Little Rock Baseball will kick off its 2027 season with the 12th annual First Pitch Banquet on Jan. 28, featuring ESPN college baseball analyst and former MLB player Chris Burke. The event will celebrate a program-record 2026 season in which the Trojans reached their first NCAA Super Regional.

By the Numbers
  • Jan. 28, 2027: Banquet date; the event starts at 6 p.m.
  • 39 wins: A program record for Little Rock in 2026.
  • 12th: The annual banquet’s edition.
  • 2004–09: Burke’s six seasons in Major League Baseball.
Yes, But

Little Rock’s historic postseason run sets a high bar, but the banquet is a celebration and season kickoff—not a preview of how the 2027 team will perform. Burke will share perspective from college baseball and the majors, while the Trojans aim to carry last season’s momentum forward.

What's Next

Fans can attend the banquet, meet the 2027 team and hear Burke speak. Individual tickets and table sponsorships are available through the event’s ticket link; questions can be directed to Associate AD for Development Noah Henkell at (501) 916-5349 or [email protected].

Bottom Line

Little Rock is turning its best season into a springboard for the next one, with a high-profile guest helping launch the 2027 campaign.