Arkadelphia Badgers prepare for 2026 season under Chris Kizer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 3:13 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Arkadelphia Badgers enter the 2026 football season with new defensive coordinator Chris Kizer following a runner-up finish in the 2025 Class 4A playoffs. Arkadelphia finished the previous season with an 11-2 record, narrowly losing in the quarterfinals. Kizer aims to instill a fierce playing philosophy while adapting the offense to utilize sophomore quarterback Turner Ross, a dual-threat option. Senior players express determination to improve on last year's performance, aiming for a return to the state championship. The season opener is scheduled for August 28 at Camden Fairview.
- •Arkadelphia finished the 2025 season with an 11-2 record.
- •Chris Kizer replaces Trey Schucker as head coach.
- •Turner Ross steps in as starting quarterback.
- •Badgers lost in the 2025 quarterfinal by a total of four points.
- •Season opener against Camden Fairview is on August 28.
- 3:13 AMYahoo Sports — Fearless 40: Arkadelphia Badgers
"New defensive coordinator Chris Kizer leads the Arkadelphia football team into the 2026 season following a runner-up finish in the 2025 Class 4A playoffs.
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