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Students attending the summer band camp practice at Breedlove Auditorium
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Summer Camps at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Begin in June

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ is offering camps throughout the summer, ranging from volleyball and basketball to band for kids ages K-12.

May 15, 2026
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AthleticsFeatured

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ to Host Military Appreciation Night Nov. 7

Military Appreciation Night at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ will honor U.S. military veterans and active-duty service members during the Nov. 7 volleyball match against Newman University. Plus, two Lions will be presented with a personalized plaque by Chancellor Terisa...

November 07, 2025
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Celebrates 2025 Hall of Fame Class

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ celebrated the induction of the 2025 Coach Louis Whorton Hall of Fame class on Monday, April 21, recognizing the last 25 years of athletic excellence and leadership.

April 22, 2025
Ana Demmer, '20, embraces her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs center Creed Humphrey, at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Staring Back at You: The Impact of Ana Demmer

Before Ana Demmer graduated from the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ in 2020, she helped bring words of affirmation to students across campus. Nearly five years later, her impact lives on in the reflection of bathroom mirrors around ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ.

September 20, 2024
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Volleyball, credit Eddie Kelly
AthleticsFeatured

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Volleyball: Setting the Standard of Athletics

Volleyball at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ has become the standard of athletics for the university. Founded and led by head coach Jane Sargent, the team competes with the best Division II teams yearly. Over the last 26 years at the helm,...

April 12, 2024
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Volleyball to Host the Razorbacks in Spring Scrimmage

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ welcomes the Arkansas Razorbacks in a free spring volleyball scrimmage at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, at the Stubblefield Center.

March 07, 2024
Sydney Barnes smiling for the camera.
Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Sydney Barnes

In this week's Lion Voices, Sydney Barnes. She talks about how she landed in Arkansas and became a Lion. She mentions her decision to stay at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, even when she lives a bit away.

November 17, 2023
Head coach Jane Sargent talks with her team during the 2021 Pink Out
AthleticsCommunityEventsNews

Fight Breast Cancer with ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Volleyball and Annual Pink Out Match

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ volleyball team brings awareness to breast cancer with its annual Pink Out. The Lions host Arkansas Tech on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m., becoming the first ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ team to host ATU.

October 09, 2023
Alumni and current volleyball players with coach Jane Sargent

Alumni Ready for More

Before the first game of the season, before the Blue-White game, there was the alumni game, when this year’s ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ volleyball team took on opponents … who were playing volleyball before today’s students were, well, born.

October 05, 2023
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Legends of the Games They Played

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Lions Hall of Fame is the highest honor bestowed by the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Athletics Department.

October 04, 2023
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NewsÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag: #RunToTheRoar

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag returns featuring an edition covering ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Athletics. The fall athletic season highlights ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ volleyball, cross-country, golf, and tennis. Get out and cheer for your Lions!

September 12, 2023
Anna Demmer (10) leaps to return a shot by an opponent
EventsAlumni

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Alumni Prepare for Inaugural Game

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ volleyball alumni set to return for the inaugural alumni game. Some of the greatest Lions will compete against current players on Saturday, August 19, at 2 p.m., at Stubblefield Center. The game is free and open...

August 07, 2023
Statue of Numa, the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ mascot, at sunset in front of the Stubblefield Center
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Athletics to Host Summer Camp Programs for Community Kids

While school is out of session, University of Arkansas – Fort Smith athletics teams will hold class at the Gayle Kaundart Arena at the Stubblefield Center for community children.

May 09, 2023
Jane Sargent accepts ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hall of Fame award from Curtis Janz
EventsFeaturedNews

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Hall of Fame Grows with 2023 Class Induction

Winning a championship at any level is the pinnacle of achievement in athletics. However, beyond the game, there is one more goal to be reached – the hall of fame.

April 12, 2023

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