Longtime sports reporter Bob Holt, known for his unparalleled coverage of the Arkansas Razorbacks, passed away on December 4, as announced by Wally Hall from the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. Holt’s final byline was a poignant collection of stories from the Razorbacks’ recent football season. A Missouri graduate, Holt was a respected member of various sports organizations and was known for his relentless pursuit of the local angle in his reporting. He was described as the most curious journalist at SEC Media Days and was praised for his knowledge and gentlemanly demeanor by former SEC commissioner Mike Slive. Holt dedicated his 43-year career to covering the Razorbacks and building close relationships with the coaches, athletes, and fans that made the team so special. From Lou Holtz and Eddie Sutton, to Nolan Richardson and Ken Hatfield, Holt told the stories of the Razorbacks and their impact on the state of Arkansas. He once spent several years based in Dallas reporting on Arkansas interests in Texas, showcasing his commitment to bringing the local angle to his reporting. Holt was a four-time Arkansas Sportswriter of the Year and a 2022 inductee to the Arkansas Sportscasters and Sportswriters Hall of Fame. His charming personality and folksy style endeared him to those he covered and readers alike. Despite the challenges and demands of his profession, Holt expressed his unwavering dedication to his work, saying he couldn’t imagine doing anything different. His legacy as a dedicated sports journalist will continue to be felt by Razorbacks fans and the sports community at large.
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Iconic Arkansas sports writer Bob Holt dies
