Varsity Vibe: Arkansas
Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley are home to some of the most passionate student-athletes, dedicated families, and loyal fans, and Varsity Vibe wants to bring a consistent, high-quality platform to spotlight its talent and stories. We’re here to provide authentic, in-depth coverage that celebrates local athletes and strengthens community pride.
Episodes
Shiloh Christian came to play Friday night, and State Champions were crowned in Girls Golf. Those topic in more in this week’s Varsity Vibe presented by First Security Bank.
After the first week of conference play around Arkansas for high school football, the action rolls into Week 5.
The crew of The Coaches Pod is joined by special guest Steve Wood for this week's episode.
The first week of conference play around the state is in the books. In this week’s episode, an update on the game canceled between Little Rock Christian and Cabot due to medical emergencies, and find out how many teams remain undefeated through the first five weeks.
Plus, Bentonville’s Evan Canode has stepped in seamlessly into the QB1 role for the Tigers
Week 4 of High School Football begins in Arkansas on Friday. It's also the beginning of conference action around the state, as the competition turns up a notch.
The Coaches Pod crew is joined by special guest, Doug Loughridge, as they look at the games that catch their attention this week.
Week 3 of High School football got everyone ready for the start of conference play this upcoming Friday. In this week’s Varsity Vibe, We look at Bentonville’s road trip win, Searcy’s comeback and how senior quarterback Slade Norwood is looking to help carry Farmington this season.
Some of the big schools are off this week, but that doesn't take away from other big games happening around Arkansas.
The Coaches Pod crew, joined by guest picker Keith Fimple, look at all the action happening in Week 3.
In this week’s Varsity Vibe, We take a look at some of the big performances of Friday night, as well as some former Arkansas high school players now playing in the NFL.
We also share the story of Ozark running back John Skolarski.
Coach Scooter Register joins the crew of The Coaches Pod this week to help pick the predicted winners of Week 2.
We've got some big match-up in the Natural State, including Bryant hosting the defending National Champions St. Frances Academy, North Little Rock vs. Springdale, Prairie Grove vs. Farmington, and Pine Bluff vs. El Dorado.
Week One of High School Football had a handful of teams catching our attention with big time wins. Alyssa Orange looks back at the action from Friday night and what to look forward to in the upcoming week.
Plus, it's a big week for Dierks High School as they get ready to debut their brand new stadium thanks to the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights Competition.
With Week 0 in the books, The Coaches Pod crew along with special guest, Hall of Famer Bill Elmore, look at the slate of games around the state of Arkansas and discuss who could be the big winners in Week 1.
Week 0 of high school football in Arkansas did not disappoint. Benton upset Bryant in the Salt Bowl, Northside took down Southside in the Battle of Rogers Avenue, and much more.
See the week's top plays in this week's Varsity Vibe.
It's finally here! The High School Football season has officially begun, and before the games kick off on Friday night The Coaches Pod crew looks at the match-ups you need to pay attention to.
From 7A-2A these are the games to keep an eye on, plus Fimp's Top Six.
In the final classification breakdown, the Coaches Pod and Varsity Vibe break down the 2A and what teams could be standing when it's all said and done.
Plus, Des Arc Head Coach Nick Smith tells us about his team heading into 2026.
The Mansfield Tigers brought home the 3A State Championship in 2025. Will the Tigers be able to do it again, or will there be a new team left standing at War Memorial Stadium come December?
The Coaches Pod Crew & Varsity Vibe breakdown the 3A classification ahead of the start to the season.
Elkins brought home the trophy a season ago in the 4A, but once again the classification is wide open and full of talented teams around the state.
The Coaches Pod and Varsity Vibe take a look at the 4A heading into the 2026 season.
"The toughest league there is by far," is how The Coaches Pod's Jeff Williams describes what the 5A conference has to look forward to in 2026.
Not only do they welcome Greenwood into the mix, but so many teams around the state have the talent to find themselves at War Memorial Stadium in December. Yes, that includes defending state champions- Joe. T Robinson.
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With Shiloh Christian off to the 7A-West and Greenwood moving down to the 5A, the 6A classification has teams around the state ready to move in and take over.
Those two schools have won 6 of the last 10 State Championships. Benton and Searcy have two talented squads heading into the season, and Mountain Home and Van Buren feel good about what they bring to the table.
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The Coaches Pod & Varsity Vibe are breaking down each classification one by one as the football season gets closer to kickoff.
In this episode they look around the state at the 7A. Who can de-thrown Bryant? What does the East and West look like? Plus, Bentonville head coach Jody Grant and Conway head coach Buck James gives some insight on their teams this year.
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In this week's episode of Varsity Vibe, hosted by Alyssa Orange, we talk with the director and producer of "Because of the Tigers" about their documentary on the 2001 football team.
We also highlight Fayetteville's Will Caston as he gets ready to lead the purple dogs his senior season.
August is here, and the Elkins Elks are excited about the potential of another successful season heading into 2026. However, coming off a state championship in 2025, they've got a lot of holes to fill. Head Coach Zach Watson sits down with Alyssa Orange to look ahead to the season.
Plus, Bentonville West, Bentonville and Bryant are the focus of this week's Lewis Automotive Opening Drive.
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