"We’ve crossed the uncrossable chasm – the first game has been played. I agree with Gov. Sanders that we can’t let this be the last time these teams play each other. The feedback I had over the weekend from fans of both teams was that this needs to continue. The atmosphere was invigorating. In today’s environment for collegiate athletics, this just makes an awful lot of sense.
From Arkansas State’s perspective, there is great benefit to playing this game in Little Rock on a regular basis. And as someone who grew up in Warren, I see great benefit to UA. It was always a big deal to come to a game in Little Rock. My first game at War Memorial was in 1975 when Arkansas beat No. 2 Texas A&M and went on to the Cotton Bowl.”
– Steve Eddington, Chair of the ASU Board of Trustees and Henderson State University alumnus
"Whether your favorite red is scarlet or cardinal, this past weekend has proven that the Red Wolves and Razorbacks can unite communities and energize Arkansans from every corner of the state. It’s a celebration of Arkansas, and we fully support making it a recurring event."
– Todd Shields, Chancellor of Arkansas State University
"In-state matchups like this are the heartbeat of college athletics. The overwhelming response from this past weekend reinforces that making a game between the Red Wolves and Razorbacks a tradition is a win for the sport, for both universities and for Arkansas. This opportunity makes too much sense for us not to work toward a solution that serves everyone."
– Chris Pezman, Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics at Arkansas State University
