Longtime Arkansas Democrat-Gazette sports writer Bob Holt, known for his non-confrontational yet persistent questioning at Razorback press conferences, passed away at the age of 65. Holt suffered a cardiac arrest while walking back to the press box after a Razorbacks game in Missouri. The sports community mourns the loss of this respected journalist, with tributes pouring in on social media.
Holt began his career in 1981 and covered the Razorbacks and SEC sports for over 40 years. He was inducted into the Arkansas Sportscasters and Sportswriters Hall of Fame and was named Arkansas Sportswriter of the Year multiple times. Coaches, players, and colleagues remembered him as a kind and genuine man who made a significant impact on everyone he met.
The Southeastern Conference, former Razorback coach Nolan Richardson, and current coaches like John Calipari and Eric Musselman all expressed their condolences for Holt’s passing. His colleagues reminisced about his professionalism, humor, and his unwavering love for the Arkansas Razorbacks. Holt’s legacy as a dedicated journalist and a beloved member of the sportswriting community will be remembered by many for years to come.
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