Dear Trojan Nation,
It's a Great Time to Be a Trojan!
Over the past two years, our teams have delivered championship results that have made us all proud — a true testament to the relentless spirit that defines our program!
As we celebrate those hard-earned victories, I write to you with immense pride for all we have accomplished— and with even greater excitement for the incredible opportunities, victories and championships that await. The energy is electric, the potential is sky-high, and we are on the edge of our seats to see what our Trojans will accomplish next!
I fully recognize, that none of this would be possible without
YOU — our passionate and loyal supporters —
The Team Behind the Team. Everyone associated with the Little Rock Department of Athletics is incredibly grateful for your unwavering commitment to the Trojans.
Academic Excellence
Our student-athletes continue to raise the bar in the classroom. During the 2024–25 academic year, the Trojans earned a program-record 3.43 cumulative GPA with all 15 teams recording a 3.0+ GPA, a testament to their discipline, focus, and pursuit of excellence beyond competition. This accomplishment was further highlighted by 138 student-athletes earning Dean's List recognition and another 122 named to the Chancellor's List. These milestones reflect a program-wide commitment to academic excellence — one that stands alongside our competitive goals. At Little Rock, we believe that building champions for life starts in the classroom, and our Trojans continue to set the standard.
Championship Results
The past two years have marked a remarkable chapter in Little Rock Athletics. During this time, the Trojans captured 11 conference championships, highlighted by winning the 2024 OVC Commissioner's Cup — a recognition of all-around excellence across every sport. In 2025, the Trojans narrowly missed a repeat, finishing as runner-up by just a single point, further underscoring the consistency and competitiveness of our entire program.
One of the most memorable moments of last season — in a year filled with highlights across every sport — came from Trojan Baseball. In a remarkable run, the team won five games in four days to capture the OVC Tournament Championship. Their storybook season continued at the NCAA Baton Rouge Regional, where they secured the program's first-ever NCAA Tournament win — three victories in total — including a dramatic upset over eventual national champion LSU. These achievements go far beyond trophies—they reflect the pride and determination that define the Trojans, reminding us to never underestimate the heart of a champion!
The Changing Landscape of College Athletics
As the world of college athletics undergoes transformational change — the Transfer Portal, Name, Image & Likeness, Revenue Sharing, and Conference Realignment, to name a few among many — our commitment to comprehensive, broad-based excellence remains steadfast.
More than just navigating these industry changes, we aim to lead through innovation and strategic investment, ensuring our programs are positioned for long-term success. Furthermore, we are dedicated to being in full alignment with UA Little Rock as an institution and honoring our guiding principles of Respect, Positivity, Focus, Excellence, Discovery, Dependability, and Honor.
A Call to Action
As proud as we are of our recent accomplishments, our journey is far from over! We need you in order to continue to perform at an elite level in the classroom as scholars, in the community as good citizens, and in
competition as fierce competitors.
To sustain this momentum and unlock even greater potential, your support is essential… Here's how you can support the Trojans as
The Team Behind the Team…
- Join the Trojan Athletic Fund (TAF) – Renew your membership or call us to discuss the great benefits of joining the TAF
- Become a Season Ticket Holder – Purchase or upgrade your seats for Women's and Men's Basketball, Wrestling, Baseball and Volleyball
- Consider A Major Gift Opportunity – Support Capital Projects, Scholarships and other Student-Athlete Investments
Every contribution fuels our ability to compete at the highest level and directly impacts the experience and success of our student-athletes. With your continued commitment and investment, the next chapter of Trojan Athletics will be even more extraordinary than the last.
I look forward to seeing you this Fall as the Trojans chase championships at the Jack Stephens Center, Coleman Sports Complex, and Donaghey Aquatics Center.
Thank you for believing in Little Rock Athletics and for being an integral part of our championship drive!
GO TROJANS!
Frank M. Cuervo
Director of Athletics
