Stories by Clay Henry
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Arkansas, Cincy share similar philosophies
John Cooper doesn’t expect a phone call from one of his favorite former players. But if Cincinnati coach Luke Fickell asks for some advice about …
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Pittman restores pride to Razorback football
These are halcyon days for Razorback Nation. Name a program at the University of Arkansas, chances are it is going great guns.
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Mr. Versatility: Latham comfortable at any spot on O-line
It was in August 1979 when the SWC press tour arrived in Fayetteville for the annual hype stop for football season. A little known offensive …
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When in doubt, throw it hard
It sounded like fun when Kevin Trainor phoned with an offer in early April to throw out the first pitch to celebrate my retirement as …
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Decades of thank yous
It was a bittersweet drive from Fayetteville to my home near the Norfork River on Saturday night after covering my last Arkansas football practice.
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Toughness factor continues to rise with Arkansas football
The excitement needle lies flat on the good side of the meter for Arkansas football as Sam Pittman finishes his third spring as the head …
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Finishing with one more 13
This is my 30 for 30. It is 30 minutes on 30 years.
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Lettermen feel sense of pride at Pittman practice
Sometimes it’s fun to just hang out at practice instead of take notes on every play or the specifics of a throw or pass route.
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State of the Hogs: ESPN’s Branch high on Musselman
Always under promise, over deliver. So many do the opposite.
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Shibest enjoys return home to watch friend Pittman
Is Arkansas football back? That was my question to James Shibest while we watched Sam Pittman’s third squad work through its fourth day of spring …
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Defense, intensity give Arkansas great chance
Arkansas coach Eric Musselman utilized one of my dad’s favorite words during his description of how the Razorbacks eliminated No. 1 Gonzaga on Thursday night …
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Razorbacks further along on first day of spring drills
It was advertised as the first day of spring football practice.
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Razorbacks not looking for a pat on the back
It’s probably good that I’d pressed my mute button as Sam Pittman answered the final question Thursday.
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Burnett's greatness obvious on field, in life
Who is the greatest Arkansas Razorback football player? I’ve asked many people that question in recent years.
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Stromberg: Razorbacks will speak with their pads
Bigger isn’t always better for an offensive lineman. Ask Ricky Stromberg, the returning center for the Arkansas football team.
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Notae was tougher for Arkansas
Not many teams have matched the toughness that has been the calling card for Arkansas over the last two months. LSU came close.
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George Wilson worthy of Kentucky honor
There were great plans to write about Kentucky basketball this week. Then came an email that George Wilson would be inducted in the Kentucky Pro …
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Razorbacks dance 2-step in Gainesville
Did you know what a palindrome was before last night? I didn’t, so I would not have known about any of this until I read …
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Van Horn expects to battle elements again this week
Here’s a prediction: Arkansas is going to hit a lot of home runs this season.
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Open season: Hogs are in SEC crosshairs
The most interesting comment in a January one-hour interview with Dave Van Horn came after a question about the strength of the SEC for the …
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7 keys for Diamond Hogs in 2022
How can a baseball team that loses so many great players open the season ranked No. 4 in the USA Today Coaches Poll?
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Pool takes lead in Arkansas' front 7
The focus will be on rebuilding the defense when the Arkansas football team begins spring practice March 13.
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Analyst impressed with 'greatest atmosphere'
Take a bow Arkansas fans.
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Hope never too far away
Dennis Byrd asked for my address two weeks ago. Expect a “gift,” said my old friend from my days with Stephens Media.
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'21 Razorbacks were strikingly similar to team 46 years before
It hit me first while watching the Arkansas football team destroy Texas 40-21.
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Razorbacks' team photo brings to mind one 57 years earlier
Pictures are worth thousands of words, or so it is said.
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Dodging ducks required at Hampton’s Reservoir
I left Red Hill Hunting Lodge glad the ducks did not fly much better.
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Week of basketball and ducks
Duck camp can be a lot of things good for the soul.
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Noland prepared for big season
After fighting through an injury last spring, Connor Noland admits health is a primary concern as he prepares for his last try at college pitching.
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Pittman’s leadership shines bright
It’s a feel-good time for Arkansas fans following the 24-10 victory over Penn State in the Outback Bowl.
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PODCAST: On the Razorbacks' Outback Bowl win
On this edition of the WholeHog Football Podcast, we look back at Arkansas' 24-10 victory over Penn State in the Outback Bowl.
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With Outback Bowl win, Pittman joins 'good company'
Add Sam Pittman to a small list of Arkansas coaches with Florida bowl victories.
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Clay Henry's Top Keys: Arkansas vs. Penn State
It took a bowl game to make the interview with Nathan Parodi happen.
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Retired professor knows flies
This is slippery slope. Writing about several good days fishing for brown trout produces phone calls from buddies.
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Tiger's 320-yard drive wows in pro-am
Tiger Woods will play with his son Charlie in the PNC Championship.
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PODCAST: Players leaving and returning, Pittman's contract
On this edition of the WholeHog Football Podcast, we discuss the departure of Treylon Burks, return of Jalen Catalon and Ricky Stromberg, and much more.
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Burks leaves as an all-time great
The discussion on best all-time Arkansas high school player generally starts with running backs.
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PODCAST: Get to know Penn State, significance of Morgan's Burlsworth win
On this edition of the WholeHog Football Podcast, we take a look at Penn State, which will play Arkansas in the Outback Bowl on New …
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Best and Worst of Arkansas football in 2021
Someone asked this week to define Arkansas’ 8-4 football season in one word.
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PODCAST: Rarity of 8 regular-season wins, bowl options
On this edition of the WholeHog Football Podcast, we discuss the significance of eight regular-season wins, plus give our take on Arkansas' bowl destination.
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Pool made sure Hogs turned up fire in second half
Bumper Pool made sure Arkansas closed the regular season with another trophy.
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PODCAST: Missouri preview, weekend predictions
On this episode of the WholeHog Football Podcast, we take a look at this week's matchup between No. 25 Arkansas and Missouri at Reynolds Razorback …
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Clay Henry's Top 10 Keys: Arkansas vs. Missouri
What’s in a number? It’s a lot of crazy good fun and a lot of good luck.
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PODCAST: Observations from Alabama, Garth Brooks coming to town
On this episode of the WholeHog Football Podcast, we take a look back at the Razorbacks' loss at Alabama.
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No gold in Tuscaloosa, but Razorbacks leave with pride intact
There are no trophies in the Arkansas-Alabama football series, but there was a silver flavor to what a mostly stunned crowd of 98,323 saw Saturday.
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PODCAST: Previewing Alabama game, weekend predictions
On this episode of the WholeHog Football Podcast, we take a look at this week's matchup between No. 21 Arkansas and No. 2 Alabama at …
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Clay Henry's Top 10 Keys: Arkansas vs. Alabama
No one would argue that Paul “Bear Bryant and Nick Saban coached at Alabama during different eras.
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PODCAST: Recapping LSU game, assessing individual awards
On this episode of the WholeHog Football Podcast, we take a look back at Arkansas' 16-13 win at LSU in overtime.
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Little validates Pittman's recruiting belief with biggest boot yet
One week after three missed kicks sent Arkansas bowling, it was a kick that won the Golden Boot.
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Previewing LSU game, possible bowl destinations, weekend predictions
On the latest WholeHog Football Podcast, we discuss the Razorbacks' upcoming game at LSU and give our weekend predictions.
