Key Highlights
- The 2025-26 season opener for the Arkansas Razorbacks against the Southern Jaguars is set to take place on Monday, November 3rd.
- Tip off between the Hogs and Jaguars from Bud Walton Arena will be at 6 p.m. (CST).
- The game will be televised by SEC Network; however, YouTube TV subscribers will not have access due to contract disputes with Disney.
- Arkansas senior forward Nick Pringle emphasized that Southern is a tough team to face and highlighted the importance of taking this game seriously.
The Arkansas Razorbacks: A Season of Rebuilding Begins
The 2025-26 season kicks off for the No. 14 ranked Arkansas Razorbacks against their SWAC rivals, the Southern Jaguars. Head coach John Calipari enters his second year at the helm with high expectations and a challenging schedule ahead.
Arkansas’ Season Outlook
The Hogs began preseason play with impressive victories over Cincinnati and Memphis. In exhibition games, Arkansas showcased their dominance with a 89-61 win over Cincinnati and a 99-75 triumph against Memphis. Coach Calipari noted that early-season performances should be evaluated critically, as both teams are still finding their rhythm.
“Coach is very honest with us,” said senior forward Nick Pringle. “He tells us when we’re doing good and when we’re lacking or doing bad. It’s been both, really, and that’s how it should be, especially this early in the season.”
Preparing for Southern
The Razorbacks will face a formidable opponent as Southern enters their third year under head coach Kevin Johnson. Last season, Johnson led the Jaguars to a 19-10 record and secured the regular season championship of the SWAC. Pringle expressed his team’s respect for Southern, acknowledging that they are expected to perform well this season.
Game Details and Broadcast Information
The Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Southern Jaguars game is scheduled for Monday, November 3rd, at 6 p.m. (CST) in Bud Walton Arena. The venue has a capacity of 19,200 spectators. Fans tuning into the match can watch it on SEC Network or listen to the radio broadcasts via Sirius Ch. 99 and XM Ch. 190.
Notably, subscribers to YouTube TV will not have access to the game due to ongoing contract disputes with Disney, which has led to the indefinite removal of the ESPN family of networks from their platform.
The Challenge Ahead for Arkansas
Taking on Southern in this early season opener is a critical test for the Razorbacks. While the Hogs are looking to make a statement early in the campaign, they must remain vigilant and focused against a team that has shown significant improvement under Coach Johnson.
Pringle emphasized the importance of avoiding complacency as both teams prepare for what promises to be an intense matchup at Bud Walton Arena.
Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Southern Jaguars: The game tips off on Monday, November 3rd, at 6 p.m. (CST), marking a significant early challenge in the new season and setting the stage for a competitive battle between SEC and SWAC rivals.
