Arkansas wins SEC Tournament, finally ends title drought
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Nashville. Arkansas' Darius Acuff Jr. scored 30 points and dished 11 assists, leading No. 17 Arkansas to an 86-75 victory over 22nd-ranked Vanderbilt on Sunday, securing the Razorbacks' first SEC Tournament championship and automatic NCAA Tournament berth since 2000. Arkansas produced a decisive 12-0 run in the final minutes to seal the game. Billy Richmond III added 18 points; Trevon Brazile scored 16. Vanderbilt finished 26-8. The victory also marked coach John Calipari's first SEC tournament title with Arkansas and his 16th combined conference tournament championship. The win snapped Arkansas' four-game skid. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline
- 1. 2000 — Arkansas last won an SEC Tournament championship prior to 2026.
- 2. 2017 — John Calipari’s Kentucky beat Arkansas in the SEC final.
- 3. 2018 — Calipari’s most recent SEC Tournament title with Kentucky before 2026.
- 4. 15th March 2026 — Arkansas defeated Vanderbilt 86-75 in the SEC Tournament final; Darius Acuff Jr. recorded 30 points and 11 assists.
- 5. 15th March 2026 — Calipari became the first coach in SEC history to win tournament titles at two different programs.
Why it matters
This win is a big morale boost for Arkansas fans. It ends a 26-year drought and brings a sense of pride to the community. If you're a Razorbacks supporter, it's a great time to celebrate and show your team spirit.
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