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Arkansas Baseball Holds First Preseason Scrimmage
Razorbacks coach, players recap team's performance ahead of season opener
Feb. 6, 2026 at 5:47pm
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The Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team held its first preseason scrimmage on Friday at Baum Walker Stadium, with head coach Dave Van Horn, catcher Ryder Helfrick, and right-handed pitcher Jackson Kircher discussing the team's performance.
Why it matters
As the Razorbacks prepare to open their 2026 season next weekend at the Shriner's Children's College Showdown in Arlington, Texas, this scrimmage provides an early look at the team's strengths and areas for improvement before the games start to count.
The details
During the scrimmage, the Razorbacks' coaching staff and players had the opportunity to evaluate the team's progress and identify any issues that need to be addressed before the season opener. The feedback from Van Horn, Helfrick, and Kircher provides valuable insights into the team's performance and readiness for the upcoming campaign.
- The scrimmage took place on Friday, February 6, 2026.
The players
Dave Van Horn
The head coach of the Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team.
Ryder Helfrick
A catcher for the Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team.
Jackson Kircher
A right-handed pitcher for the Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee
What’s next
The Razorbacks will hold two more scrimmages before their season opener against Texas Tech on February 14th at the Shriner's Children's College Showdown in Arlington, Texas.
The takeaway
This scrimmage provides an early glimpse into the Razorbacks' preparations for the 2026 season, with the coaching staff and players identifying areas for improvement as the team looks to build on its success from the previous year and compete for a spot in the College World Series.
