The University of Arkansas Razorback Hockey Club’s Division III (D3) team is set to begin its 2024-2025 season with a highly anticipated home series against Dallas Baptist University (DBU) this weekend. The games will take place at the Jones Center in Springdale, AR, with the first faceoff on Friday, September 20, at 7:30 PM, and the second game on Saturday, September 21, at 3:15 PM. The Razorbacks, under expanded leadership, are eager to start the season strong on home ice.

Led by Greg Betzold, Razorback Hockey’s new D3 Head Coach and Director of Player Development, brings a renewed energy and focus to the program. Betzold, who comes with a wealth of experience from his playing days in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) and East Coast Hockey League (ECHL), aims to build on the team’s established success while guiding it toward a competitive and exciting season.

“We’re ready to hit the ice and give our fans a season to remember,” said Betzold. “Our players have worked hard in the offseason, and we’re prepared to bring fast-paced, high-intensity hockey back to the Jones Center. This weekend’s series is just the beginning, and we’re focused on making an impact right from the start.”

The D3 team is determined to compete for a national championship this season, and the home opener against DBU provides the perfect opportunity to set the tone for the year.

New Chapter for Razorback Hockey: Expansion into Division II

In addition to the excitement surrounding the D3 team, the Razorback Hockey Club has expanded its program for the 2024-2025 season with the introduction of a Division II (D2) team. This marks a significant moment in the program’s history as it continues to grow in both size and competitiveness within the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA).The D2 team, led by Head Coach Keller Sims, has already had an impressive start to its inaugural season, winning two thrilling overtime games against the University of Oklahoma and splitting a series with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE).