Northwest Arkansas Razorback Club E-News

2009 Football Banquet – Special Edition

In This Issue

• 2009 Football Banquet

Coach Petrino

Monday, April 20th

Bentonville High

• Banquet Logistics

• Raffle and Live Auction Items

Sites:

www.bbvrazorbackclub.org

Contact Us

Jgroff1@att.net

Doyle Groff – President

479-366-1209

2009 Football Banquet featuring Coach Bobby Petrino, presented by

and the George Billingsley Northwest Arkansas Razorback Club

Monday, April 20th Bentonville High School South Commons 1901 SE J Street, Bentonville, AR

Doors Open/Registration: 5:30 p.m. Dinner: 6:00 p.m. Autographs: Approx. 6:00 Live Auction/Raffle: Approx. 6:30 Program: 7:00 p.m.

Limited tickets are still available, so if interested contact jgroff1@att.net, call (479) 366-1209 now or go online and purchase at www.bbvrazorbackclub.org All tickets must be purchased in advance.

Come join the fun, as in addition to Coach Petrino, we’ll have Assistant football coaches, Athletic Director Jeff Long, Chuck Barrett, Miss University of Arkansas, Miss Northwest Arkansas, numerous pom, RBI girls and cheerleaders, some former Razorbacks and others…

Banquet Logistics Map - Copy and paste to your browser to see Map on MapQuest: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/1-0p5sHZ9210*jMyh6UcYq

Separate registration tables will be set up for Reserved Tables and Individual Tickets. Weather permitting, these tables will be set up outside as you enter the main entrance of the South building. Reserved Tables • To speed up the registration process for your guests, Table hosts

please email a list of your attendees (if attendees will be arriving separately) to jgroff1@att.net

• Tables will be numbered and have the Host’s name and/or Business name on them, based on your order request. Please have your guests ask for that name when registering.

• A chart will show where your Table is located.

Individual Tickets • Seating for Individual Tickets is not reserved – thus first

come/first served. • Tables without Numbers are Individual seating tables and will be

located on the sides and in the back of the venue.

Autographs • Coach Petrino will be signing autographs beginning at approx.

6:00. Attendees are welcome to bring items. The autograph table will be set up at the South side of the room near the serving lines. Coach Petrino will be signing for a limited time, so first come, first served. Only 1 autograph per person please.

Contact jgroff1@att.net or 479-366-1209 for more information…

A special thank you from our Board to Arvest for their

sponsorship of this event

Great Raffle and Live Auction Items/Packages

Besides numerous Razorback memorabilia, 2009 baseball tickets, as well as a Broyles/Matthews parking pass, our raffle and live auction will include other great items and packages donated by our sponsors.

Another special thank you from our Board to Big Red’s – Fayetteville for providing club discounts on Razorback

items.

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2009 Southwest Classic Package

• Two Club Seat Tickets to the 2009 Southwest Classic featuring Arkansas/Texas A&M on Saturday, October 3rd in Arlington, Texas at the new Dallas Cowboys Stadium, provided by George Billingsley Northwest Arkansas Razorback Club (a Platinum Broyles/Matthews member)

The Arkansas – Texas A&M series will combine the best of the old SWC football rivalry with the 21st Century state-of-the art experience of the new Dallas Cowboys stadium.

For more club-related information associated with the 2009 Southwest Classic, check our website at

www.bbvrazorbackclub.org

• $75 Gift Certificate, provided by The Keg Steakhouse and Bar – Arlington

A steakhouse with a difference… great Keg steaks, a casual atmosphere, and friendly, knowledgeable service are the proud trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar.

Visit, and experience firsthand The Keg philosophy of welcoming you not as a customer, but as a guest. The Keg offers a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and casual bar setting, creating an energetic and inviting, uniquely gratifying restaurant experience.

For a great meal when you’re in town for the 2009 Southwest Classic, try the Arlington Keg at 4001 Arlington Highlands Blvd (817)-465-3700. Check out their website at www.kegsteakhouse.com

• Six Pack of “Texas Sux” Beer, donated by Foghorn’s

Whether it’s the “Longhorn’s or the Aggie’s”, it really doesn’t matter… this beer says it all!

Caution: Good to look at, but the name also says it all as far as taste too…

Foghorn’s is fantastic place to gather before and after Razorback games in Fayetteville and to watch sports on TV - the new Foghorn’s at 1545 W. 15th Street in Fayetteville across the street from Baum Stadium. Or check out Foghorn’s original location at 2175 N. College in Fayetteville. Go to www.foghornswings.com for information.

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A “Suite” Razorback Football Experience

• Two Suite Tickets in Billingsley Suite for Arkansas/Troy game at Reynolds Razorback Stadium on Saturday, November 14th, donated by Boyce Billingsley

• $75.00 Gift Certificate for the “new” Basil’s in Rogers, donated by Wade and Kelly Jones

The new Basil’s in Rogers has an ambience others strive for. A sophisticated, welcoming feel, combined with great food and

service create a customized dining experience. It’s a great

place for lunch, drinks after work at their bar or patio and for that special dinner.

Basil’s features salads, house pastas, specialty pizzas and entrees like Razorback Risotto (sorry Tusk, but it’s great!), Roasted Pheasant and Tomahawk Chop Ribeye.

Located in the Pinnacle Hills Shopping Center (3300 Market Street, #136 - across from Embassy Suites and next door to Eddie Haskell’s in the World Trade Center lobby, Basil’s is open for lunch Mon-Friday 11:00am-2pm and dinner Mon-Saturday 5pm-until.

Whether you visit Basil’s for lunch, dinner or a private party, we're sure you’ll go back for more. For Reservations or information, contact (479) 464-4190.

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Razorback Baseball Package

• Two tickets (Sec. 104) to Arkansas/LSU baseball game on Sunday, May 3rd at Baum Stadium

• Autographed Dave Van Horn baseball jersey

• Autographed 2009 Razorback team baseball

Enjoy an afternoon at Baum and root on the Diamond Hogs in what could shape up to be the most “important” SEC series of the season when they host the top-rated LSU Tigers.

If you’re interested in purchasing Razorback baseball tickets, contact the ticket office at 479-575-5151.

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Razorback Tailgate Package

• Roadtrip® Grill - Full size grill cooking surface and grill grates like bigger grills but portable

• Red 62Qt Extreme Cooler • Red Steel Belted Cooler • and 10’ x 10’ Tailgate Tent, all donated by Coleman

Nearly 100 years ago, a young man with an entrepreneurial spirit and a better idea began manufacturing lanterns in Wichita, Kansas. His name was W.C. Coleman.

The company he founded is now a leading manufacturer of outdoor recreation gear, including coolers, backpacks, footwear, camp stoves/grills, other camping accessories and tailgating equipment.

Check out their many products at www.coleman.com and look for the Coleman camping package for four at our golf tourney on June 19th!

• Barbeque Dinner for 16 Chicken, BBQ Sauce, 16 Buns, Two Quarts Each: Beans, Coleslaw a

Barbeque so popular that Fodor’s lists Whole Hog Café among 5 restaurants as “Don’t Miss” when traveling through Arkansas and Rachel Ray

Whole Hog CaféChoice Awards Democrat Gazette Best BBQ award every year from 2005won numerous awards at various BBQ contests, such as the Memphisin-May World Championship, ArkanRivergate Festival, etc.

With Walton Blvd., Bentonville and 3009 North College (Fiesta Square) in Fayetteville,Rock, North Liand Santa Fe, New Mexico and two locations in Memphis. BarBQ!!! If you haven’t tried it, you need to…information see their website at

• $50.00 gift certificate for a Razorback cake, donated by Harp’s

Founded in 1930 in Springdaleowned and opInc. Arkansas, you andguaranteed quality and freshness.

Select locations offer friendly pharmacy services, freshlycakes, fo

For more information on Harp’s gowww.harpsfoods.com

Barbeque Dinner for 16 – 4 lbs. of Pork, Beef or Chicken, BBQ Sauce, 16 Buns, Two Quarts Each: Beans, Coleslaw and Potato Salad

Barbeque so popular that Fodor’s lists Whole Hog Café among 5 restaurants as “Don’t Miss” when traveling through Arkansas and it’s been featured on Food Network’s “Tasty Travels with Rachel Ray.

Whole Hog Café has been the winner of the Arkansas Times Reader’s Choice Awards – Best BarBQ every year from 2001Democrat Gazette Best BBQ award every year from 2005won numerous awards at various BBQ contests, such as the Memphis

May World Championship, Arkansas State Championship, Tunica Rivergate Festival, etc.

With two locations in the Northwest Arkansas area Walton Blvd., Bentonville and 3009 North College (Fiesta Square) in Fayetteville, Whole Hog Café can also be found in Little Rock, North Little Rock, Conway, Jonesboro, New Orleans, Albuquerque and Santa Fe, New Mexico and two locations in Memphis. BarBQ!!! If you haven’t tried it, you need to…information see their website at www.wholehogcafe.com

$50.00 gift certificate for a Razorback cake, donated by Harp’s

Founded in 1930 in Springdale, employee owned and operated Harps Food Stores, Inc. now has 62 store locations throughout Arkansas, Oklahoma and Missouri to serve you and your family with groceries of guaranteed quality and freshness.

Select locations offer friendly pharmacy services, freshly baked goods and custom cakes, (like the Razorback cake shown for tailgating and special events).

For more information on Harp’s go to www.harpsfoods.com

4 lbs. of Pork, Beef or Chicken, BBQ Sauce, 16 Buns, Two Quarts Each:

Barbeque so popular that Fodor’s lists Whole Hog Café among 5 restaurants as “Don’t Miss” when traveling through Arkansas

featured on Food Network’s “Tasty Travels with

e Arkansas Times Reader’s Best BarBQ every year from 2001-2008; the Arkansas

Democrat Gazette Best BBQ award every year from 2005-2008 and has won numerous awards at various BBQ contests, such as the Memphis-

sas State Championship, Tunica

two locations in the Northwest Arkansas area – 1400 SE Walton Blvd., Bentonville and 3009 North College (Fiesta

Whole Hog Café can also be found in Little ttle Rock, Conway, Jonesboro, New Orleans, Albuquerque

and Santa Fe, New Mexico and two locations in Memphis. It’s great BarBQ!!! If you haven’t tried it, you need to… For more

holehogcafe.com.

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Frank Broyles Autographed Photo

• 16 x 20” Autographed Frank Broyles Photo, by B. D. Wes Harold

After shooting aerial photos of University of Arkansas athletic facilities for over 30 years, B.D. Wes Harold’s Aerial Photo Service nowoffers these exceptional prints to Razorback fans.

Wes has great aerial photos for sale of Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium (day and night shots), Baum Stadium, Bud Walton, the 2006 ESPN Game Day festivities and others.

You can receive additional information on photos that are available or order photos by contacting bdwh96@gmail.com or 479-925-4141.

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Arkansas/Mississippi State Game Package

• Two Great Tickets (Section 27) for the Razorbacks game with Mississippi State on Saturday, November 21st in Little Rock, from NWA Razorback Club

• Free Oil Change, donated by Nunnally Chevrolet

George Nunnally Chevrolet in Bentonville, committed to doing what it takes to make you happy.

Located at 1001 S. Walton Blvd., be sure to check out Nunnally Chevrolet for an oil change or buying a new car! For more information, go to www.georgenunnallychevrolet.com or call them at (479) 250-0576.

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Taste of Northwest Arkansas

• $40.00 Gift Certificate, donated by Catfish Hole –Fayetteville

For great family style catfish, steak and chicken, the Catfish Hole is a favorite of Northwest Arkansas residents and frequented by Coach Petrino when hosting Razorback recruits.

The location in Fayetteville at 4127 W. Wedington Drive (479-521-7008) is open Tuesday thru Sunday for lunch and dinner. A second location is located in Alma.

For large groups up to 90, the Razorback Room (at the Fayetteville location only), can be reserved at “no charge”.

For more information, go to their website at www.thecatfishhole.com

• $50.00 Gift Certificate, donated by Crabby’s Seafood Bar and Grill – Rogers

Crabby's Seafood Bar and Grill is nestled in the Crossland Construction building in Pinnacle Hills in Rogers (1800 S. 52nd Street), directly across the street from the aloft Hotel.

This “upscale, but not stuffy" seafood restaurant is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Brunch is served on Sundays. Or join them for happy hour.

For more information contact them at 479-273-0222 or check out their website at www.crabbysseafood.com

• $50.00 Gift Certificate, donated by Fred’s Hickory Inn – Bentonville

Established in 1970, Fred’s Hickory Inn at 1502 North Walton Blvd. in Bentonville is a Northwest Arkansas “institution”!

With a menu including hand-cut steak, smoke meats, shrimp, pastas and homemade desserts, as well as a buffet style Sunday brunch, Fred’s continues to serve quality food with courteous and efficient service in a comfortable dining atmosphere. Fred’s Hickory Inn is open for Lunch (M-F), Dinner (M-S) and Sunday Brunch.

Recipient of numerous awards, you can find out more by going to www.fredshickoryinn.net or calling (479) 273-3303.

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Arkansas Alumni Fan Pack

• “The University of Arkansas

• Arkansas”

• Leather P

• And other RazorbaAssociation

The Alumni Association plays afor the U of A, providing student scholarships (five dollars of every membership goes to needsthe university. The Association coordinates Homecoming, sponsors pregame rallies prior to Fayetteville home games at the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House, sponsors numerous alumni trips all around the world and hosts many other activities. In addition, local Arkansas Alumni chapters around the U.S. host various activities th

Did you know that membership in the Arkansas Alumni Association (graduates) providessubscription to Arkansas Magazine and newslettervarious products and services like hotels, spas, select theatre shows, car care and rentalstores, like Brooks Bro

For more informationArkansas Chapter and its activitiesHembree Alumni House on campus

www.arkansasalumni.org

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Arkansas Alumni Fan Pack

“The University of Arkansas - Etched in Stone”

“Beacon of Hope – The Story of the University of Arkansas” DVD Leather Portfolio

And other Razorback items, donated by Arkansas Alumni Association

The Arkansas Alumni Association seeks connect alumni, friends, and studentsUniversity of Arkansas.

The Arkansas Alumni Association launched the Drive for Thirty-Five Challenge in 2009 membership from 27,000 to 35,000 members

a goal to be #1 in the SEC

Northwest Arkansas Chapter: A Day at Baum Stadium

11:30 am to 1:05 pm

The Northwest Arkansas ChaptAssociation will be hosting a tent dBaum. Free hot dogs, giveinformation will be available.

Free baseball tickets for the Arkansas/LSU game are available on a first come Association members. You must request tickets through email. For more information contact Elizabeth Underwood at or call (479)575-2292.

The Alumni Association plays a significant role in raising financial support for the U of A, providing student scholarships (five dollars of every membership goes to needs-based scholarships) and promoting growth of the university. The Association coordinates Homecoming, sponsors preame rallies prior to Fayetteville home games at the Janelle Y. Hembree

Alumni House, sponsors numerous alumni trips all around the world and hosts many other activities. In addition, local Arkansas Alumni chapters around the U.S. host various activities throughout the year.

Did you know that membership in the Arkansas Alumni Association (annual memberships begin at $25.00 graduates) provides lots of benefits, including subscription to Arkansas Magazine and the @Arkansas monthly newsletter, discount rates at Alumni Assoc. events, various products and services like hotels, spas, select theatre shows, car care and rental services, moving services, stores, like the Alumni Store, U of A BookstorBrooks Brothers, among others…

For more information on the Association and the Northwest Arkansas Chapter and its activities, stop by the JaneHembree Alumni House on campus or go to

www.arkansasalumni.org.

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Etched in Stone” Book

The Story of the University of

ck items, donated by Arkansas Alumni

sas Alumni Association seeks to connect alumni, friends, and students to the

Alumni Association launched the Five Challenge in 2009 to increase

membership from 27,000 to 35,000 members, with

in the SEC!

Northwest Arkansas Chapter: Day at Baum Stadium – Sunday, May 3rd

The Northwest Arkansas Chapter of the Alumni will be hosting a tent directly in front of

. Free hot dogs, give-aways and chapter available.

for the Arkansas/LSU game are available on a first come - first serve basis to

. You must request tickets For more information contact

Elizabeth Underwood at esaxman@uark.edu

significant role in raising financial support for the U of A, providing student scholarships (five dollars of every

based scholarships) and promoting growth of the university. The Association coordinates Homecoming, sponsors pre-ame rallies prior to Fayetteville home games at the Janelle Y. Hembree

Alumni House, sponsors numerous alumni trips all around the world and hosts many other activities. In addition, local Arkansas Alumni chapters

roughout the year.

Did you know that membership in the Arkansas Alumni memberships begin at $25.00 for recent lots of benefits, including annual

@Arkansas monthly , discount rates at Alumni Assoc. events, discounts on

various products and services like hotels, spas, select theatre services, moving services, retail

Alumni Store, U of A Bookstore, Razorback Shops,

on the Association and the Northwest , stop by the Janelle Y.

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Arlington, Texas Getaway Package

• Two Nights and Breakfast for Two, donated by Holiday Inn – Arlington, TX (Gift certificate cannot be used for 2009 Southwest Classic weekend)

The newly constructed Holiday Inn in Arlington offers great accommodations for those who appreciate fine furnishings and added luxuries.

Select any of their 147 guest rooms and you’ll experience unforgettable comfort and relaxation. Each superior guest room features a microwave, refrigerator, refreshment bar and complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, some with whirlpool jet tubs.

Located at 1311 Wet N Wild Way in Arlington (817) 460-2500 Check out their website at www.hiarlingtontx.com

The club finalized a “deal” with the Holiday Inn in Arlington for

an additional 30 rooms at $159.00/night, plus taxes (a $40.00 savings off their current offered rate of $199/night) for the 2009 Southwest Classic Weekend (Oct 2-4). There is a 2-night minimum with this price. Contact them at 817-460-2500 and

ask for the Northwest Arkansas Razorback Club rate.

• Dinner for Two at Texas de Brazil – Numerous DFW locations

For a special treat while in the DFW area, try Texas de Brazil, an authentic Brazilian churascaria (steak house). Texas de Brazil combines the cuisine of Southern Brazil with the generous spirit of Texas, featuring dramatic interiors, handsomely clad gauchos (cowboys) serving a nonstop parade of deliciously seasoned grilled meats and traditional Brazilian side dishes tableside, an extravagant 40 - 60 item seasonal salad area and extensive wine selections.

For more information, visit their website at www.texasdebrazil.com

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