Razorbacks set 2009 Red-White Game
Posted on Wednesday, May 14, 2008
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“ We wanted to set the date for next year’s spring game so our fans can start making plans to be a Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on April 18, 2009, ” Petrino said. “ Razorback fans came out in record numbers this year and we want to continue to build upon our new spring game tradition.
“ We appreciate our tremendous fan support and look forward to setting new records in the years to come. ”
The 2008 spring finale more closely resembled an actual game, including the format of the game and the pre-game festivities leading up to the game.
Petrino divided his squad with the first-team offense and defense on the Red team, and the second and third-teamers on the White team. It was a fullcontact scrimmage with the exception of tackling the quarterbacks and covering kicks and punts.
The Razorback band participated in pre-game ceremonies and formed the “ A ” for the team to run through prior to the opening kickoff.
FAYETTEVILLE — Less than two weeks after Bobby Petrino’s first Red-White Game as head football coach at Arkansas, the university has set April 18 as the date for the 2009 spring game.
“ We are grateful to the Razorback fans for making the 2008 Red-White Spring Game a resounding success, ” University of Arkansas vice chancellor and director of athletics Jeff Long said. “ The enthusiasm generated from that special weekend has produced a heightened sense of anticipation and excitement for the upcoming season. I am confident that the continued passion and support of the Razorback fans will help ensure that the Red-White Spring Game will remain a marquee event on the Razorback athletics calendar. ”
This year’s spring game drew a school-record crowd of 40, 200 to Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. That figure was seventh-best in the nation and third-best in the Southeastern Conference.