Mulerider Athletics is pleased to announce a three-phase facilities enhancement project for the Mulerider Football Program that is set to begin later this month. The announcement comes after private funds were raised for Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the project, both of which will provide an immediate impact on the football program.
Phase 1, which is set to begin this month, will focus on revitalizing Wilkins Stadium with a newer, more modern appearance. The project will include a complete exterior overhaul featuring new metal, brick, and signage.
Phase 2, set to begin in early summer, will include the removal of the existing artificial turf and the installation of Pivot Performance Turf. Pivot Turf is designed to deliver grass-like athlete performance without performance infill, providing consistent traction and controlled release that support speed, acceleration, cutting, and confident movement under repeated load in all weather conditions. With the addition of Pivot Turf inside Wilkins Stadium, Southern Arkansas is set to become one of the first universities in the nation with the new technology.
“When given the opportunity to serve on the Rankin College of Business Advisory Board and subsequently the Alumni Board, I have a front row seat to witness the impact SAU has on the community, the state of Arkansas, and young men and women around the world. My family and I felt compelled to give back to an organization that has given so much to me and so many others. We give to the travel fund. This affords many students the ability to experience life changing events that may not otherwise been at their disposal. We are happy to be in a position to give and are just hopeful it makes a small difference.”
– John O. Armour
