29TH ANNUAL
BROYLES AWARD
Oaklawn, hot springs
February 13th-14th
be part of award history
The Broyles Award has moved to the postseason due to the extension of the playoffs. We are still following the same format, where all five finalists will be present, and the winner will be announced at the Award Ceremony.
The reception and college awards dinner on February 13th will be held in the brand-new ballroom at Oaklawn, with the High School event in the same space the following night.
Our New Venue
Guests and spouses are invited to use all of Oaklawn’s amenities, including the resort, spa, casino, racetrack, and world-class restaurants. As this year’s event falls on Valentine’s Day, we encourage spouses to join past winners for a memorable, two-day getaway that marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Broyles Award.
“At Oaklawn, we aspire to be the finest Racing Casino Resort destination in the region by creating memorable experiences for our guests and the community.”
Special Guests
Schedule of Events
Thursday, February 13th
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ARRIVAL RECEPTION 4:15PM
- Private reception at First Turn for finalists, former winners, and special guests
- Hors d'oeuvres and champagne toast provided for all guests -
PHOTOS 5:00PM
Coach and sponsor photos with Broyles Award Trophy
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TOM SCHUECK MEMORIAL RECEPTION 5:00-7:00PM
VIP Pre-Ceremony Reception for coaches, special guests and sponsors
Attire:
Men: Suit and Tie
Women: Cocktail -
AWARD CEREMONY 7:00-9:00PM
- About 800 guests in attendance
- Special guests: Desmond Howard and Mark May
Attire:
Men: Suit and Tie
Women: Cocktail -
POST-CEREMONY 9:30PM-CLOSE
- Meeting in Hospitality Suite and going to - Pop's Lounge at 9:30pm
- Pop’s Lounge is private space reserved for finalists, High School Broyles Award winners and special guests to relax and unwind
- Open tables at Casino for interested parties
- Sports bar with games, activities, food, television, and more
Attire: Please feel free to change into more comfortable clothing after ceremony
Friday, February 14th
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COACHES' BREAKFAST 8:00-9:00AM
- Finalists, winner, and former winners at the Bugler, overlooking the horse track while the horses do a morning workout
- Private affair for coaches and select guests to meet and share stories over a meal
Attire: Casual -
WIVES' BREAKFAST 8:15-9:00AM
- Casual event for spouses in Hospitality Suite, hosted by Betsy Broyles Arnold and Molly Harrell (daughter and granddaughter of Coach Broyles)
Attire: Casual -
STABLE TOURS 9:15AM
- Join us for a tour of one of the top thoroughbred racing stables in America
Attire: Casual, recommend shoes that can get dirty. Will provide a bag for dirty shoes after the event. -
HORSE RACING 12:30-5:30PM
- Coaches and Broyles Award team will meet at casino entrance at 12:00PM to walk together to private booths.
- VIP booths for all special guests, and each finalist will have a race named after them.
- Coaches and wives will be invited to the winners circle to take a photo with the winning horse and jockey.
Attire: You will see everything from jeans and a t-shirt to boots and hats. We encourage you to embrace the racing atmosphere! -
RACE TIMES APPROX.
- 12:30pm: 2024 Broyles Award, Mark May, Outland Trophy Winner and Super Bowl Champion
- 1:06pm: 2024 Broyles Award Finalist, Al Golden, Defensive Coordinator, Notre Dame
- 1:39pm: 2024 Broyles Award Finalist, Tim Banks, Defensive Coordinator, Tennessee
- 2:43pm: 2024 Broyles Award Finalist, Marcus Arroyo, Offensive Coordinator, Arizona St.
- 3:15pm: 2024 Broyles Award Finalist, Bryant Haines, Defensive Coordinator, Indiana
- 3:47pm: 2024 Broyles Award Finalist, Pete Kwiatkowski, Defensive Coordinator, Texas
- 4:19pm: 2023 Broyles Award Winner, Phil Parker, Defensive Coordinator, Iowa -
HIGH SCHOOL BROYLES AWARD RING CEREMONY 7:00-9:00PM
- Guest speaker Coach Matt Rhule
- Located in the Grand Ballroom
- The High School Broyles Award honors the top assistant high school coach from each state.
- We will have nearly 50 winners and their spouses joining us from across the country this year (around 200 guests in attendance)
Attire: Business/cocktail -
POST-CEREMONY 9:00PM-CLOSE
- Event at Pop's Lounge with reserved seating, live music
Event Details
- Hospitality Suite will be open throughout the event, with refreshments available for guests. Guests will be provided access information upon arrival.
- Accommodations at Oaklawn are provided at no cost for invited guests and spouses
- Guests are responsible for arranging their own air travel to the Little Rock National Airport (LIT) if traveling via air
- The Broyles Award will provide private transport between the Little Rock Airport and Oaklawn Hot Springs for special guests (45m travel time)
Questions? Contact Molly Harrell for more information:
molly@broylesfoundation.org
479-313-4195