The Diamond Classic exhibition games for Arkansas baseball and softball are scheduled this fall, featuring a total of eight games over four days in September and October. This series includes three exhibition matches, a Red-White scrimmage, and a home run derby. The softball team, fresh off their Women's College World Series appearance, will kick off the event with a Red-White Game, followed by the baseball team's Red-White Game and derby. Both teams will take on out-of-town opponents, concluding the classic on October 23. Proceeds from the event will support Name, Image, and Likeness opportunities for student-athletes.

By the Numbers
  • Diamond Classic features 8 games over 4 days.
  • Single-game general admission tickets for baseball are $17; for softball, they are $11.
State of Play
  • Softball opens the classic with a Red-White Game on September 18 at Bogle Park.
  • Baseball's Red-White Game and home run derby are also scheduled for the same evening at Baum-Walker Stadium.
  • The Diamond Classic will conclude with a second Red-White Game for softball and baseball's matchup against UCA on October 23.
What's Next

The Diamond Classic will serve as a key opportunity for both Arkansas squads to prepare for the upcoming competitive season while engaging with fans through interactive events like meet-and-greets and autograph sessions.

Bottom Line

The Diamond Classic is not just a showcase of talent but also a strategic initiative to enhance community engagement and support for Arkansas baseball and softball programs through NIL opportunities.