Keith Jackson, a former NFL tight end, will be honored by the John Mackey Award Foundation this weekend for his outstanding career. Jackson, who played for the Oklahoma Sooners and later the Philadelphia Eagles, Miami Dolphins, and Green Bay Packers, is recognized for his impressive five Pro Bowl selections and Super Bowl win. After retiring from football, Jackson founded Positive Atmosphere Reaches Kids (P.A.R.K) in Little Rock, a program that helps struggling students improve their grades and receive college scholarships.
The Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame banquet will take place in Hot Springs at the Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort on Friday night. The event is sold out, with guests from various sports being honored for their dedication and hard work. In addition to the banquet, Hot Springs is hosting a banking convention and the highly anticipated Apple Blossom Handicap race, featuring Thorpedo Annie, the 2024 Horse of the Year.
The Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame, a non-profit organization established in 1958, celebrates athletes from a wide range of sports, including tennis, golf, wrestling, basketball, football, and track and field. The organization aims to honor those who have shown determination and perseverance in their athletic careers. Membership information can be found on their website arksportshalloffame.com.
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