Arkansas’ play in the field has earned great reviews from opposing coaches all season.
The No. 2 Razorbacks entered Friday’s series opener at No. 4 Mississippi State fielding .984, four points better than any other team in the SEC.
“They defend like maniacs,” Louisiana Tech coach Lane Burroughs said at the conclusion of his team’s series against the Razorbacks on March 14. “I’ve never seen a team defend the field like them.”
Alabama coach Brad Bohannon heaped more praise on Arkansas’ fielders prior to last week’s series in Fayetteville.
“They play elite defense,” Bohannon said.