This article originally appeared in the September 4, 2013 issue of The Arkansas Traveler.
Suspended, by the NCAA, for the first half of Texas A&M’s season opener against Rice, 2012 Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel. After an investigation, the NCAA concluded Manziel violated a rule that prohibits student-athletes to allow other people to profit from their name and likeness. The Aggies beat Rice 52-31.
Agreed to a $765 million settlement, the NFL and former NFL players. The settlement is the result of several lawsuits filed against the NFL over concussion-related brain injuries. It will compensate victims, as well as fund medical exams and research.
Arrested for allegedly beating a Fayetteville man to death, former Razorback football player Josh Melton. Melton was a center at Arkansas from 1999 to 2002. He is facing a second-degree murder charge.
Signed, by the Houston Rockets, former Razorback basketball player Ronnie Brewer. Brewer averaged 18.4 points per game during three seasons at Arkansas. The Rockets are his sixth NBA team since being drafted in 2006. One of his teammates with the Rockets is former Razorback Patrick Beverley.
Named to the Golf Digest Top 50 Female Players to Watch List, senior Emily Tubert and sophomore Gabriela Lopez. Last season, Tubert was a first team All-SEC selection, while Lopez made the SEC All-Freshman Team and earned second team All-SEC honors.
Named to the Golf World Top 50 Players to Watch in 2013-14 list, senior Sebastian Cappelen. Cappelen is a three-time All-American and won the individual SEC title last season. He was also named the Razorbacks’ “Go-To-Guy” by Golfweek.
Inducted into the Missouri Valley Conference Hall of Fame, cross country and track and field head coach Chris Bucknam. Before coming to Arkansas, Bucknam was the head coach at Northern Illinois for 25 years. During his time at UNI, his teams won 35 MVC titles and his athletes earned 85 All-American honors.
Won his first game as the head coach of Kent State, former Arkansas defensive coordinator Paul Haynes. The Golden Flashes defeated Liberty 17-10, despite star running back Dri Archer being injured early in the game. Haynes was Arkansas’ defensive coordinator for last season only.
Won his first game as the head coach of Western Kentucky, former Arkansas head coach Bobby Petrino. The Hilltoppers upset Kentucky 35-26. Petrino was Arkansas’ coach from 2008-2011, compiling a 34-17 record.
Lost his first game as the head coach of Idaho, former Arkansas offensive coordinator Paul Petrino. The Vandals fell to North Texas 40-6, had 11 penalties and lost three fumbles. Petrino was Arkansas’ offensive coordinator from 2008-2009 and 2012.
Hired as the volunteer assistant coach for the Arkansas baseball team, former Missouri All-Big XII catcher Brad Flanders. He replaces Brian Walker, who was hired as a full-time assistant at Wichita State this summer. Flanders has six years of coaching experience, including the last two as the volunteer assistant at Saint Louis.
Granted a hardship waiver by the NCAA and allowed to play this season, former Razorback wide receiver Mekale McKay. McKay transferred to Cincinnati last month. He had 21 receptions for 317 yards and two touchdowns as a freshman for Arkansas in 2012.
Broke his foot in his first game at North Carolina State, former Arkansas quarterback Brandon Mitchell. He completed all three of his pass attempts for 93 total yards and added 19 yards on five carries before the injury. After losing the starting job to Brandon Allen this spring, Mitchell transferred to North Carolina State.
Awarded the SEC Defensive Player of the Week award, junior defender Allie Tripp. Tripp collected two assists in Arkansas’ double overtime 3-2 win over SMU, including assisting on the game-winning goal in the 101st minute.
Named SEC Defensive Lineman of the Week, junior defensive end Trey Flowers. In Saturday’s game, Flowers recorded five tackles, three tackles for loss, two sacks, two quarterback hurries and one forced fumble.
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