Gov. Sanders calls for the renewal of Arkansas vs. Arkansas State football game in Little Rock
Sanders sent a letter to the board of trustees at both universities suggesting they make the game an annual event, calling Saturday’s game a “long-overdue occasion” that united fans across the state. ... This week marked a historic moment for our state, the city of Little Rock, and War ... Sanders sent a letter to the board of trustees at both universities suggesting they make the game an annual event, calling Saturday’s game a “long-overdue occasion” that united fans across the state. ... This week marked a historic moment for our state, the city of Little Rock, and War Memorial Stadium as we hosted the first-ever meeting between the Razorbacks and the Red Wolves on the football field.As trustees of your respective institutions, you share in the pride and passion of your fan bases—and you hold the ability to ensure this game is not a one-time event, but the beginning of a lasting tradition. As Governor, a native of Little Rock, and a lifelong football fan, I am calling on you to make this historic matchup an annual event at War Memorial Stadium, in the heart of our state.(KY3) - Arkansas Governor Sarah Sanders believes Arkansas and Arkansas State should play every season in Little Rock. The schools met for the first time ever on Saturday. The Razorbacks dominated the Red Wolves in a 56-14 victory. Arkansas jumped out to a 28-7 lead in the first ten minutes of the game.