SINCE 1996

29TH ANNUAL

BROYLES AWARD

Oaklawn, hot springs

February 13th-14th

For the first time ever, former winners are invited back to join us in honoring college and high school football’s top assistant coaches.

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.

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Thoroughbred racing is where it all began at Oaklawn. We are best known as the home of the Racing Festival of the South and $1.25 million Arkansas Derby. Over the last decade, the track has played host to some of the biggest names in the sport.
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Casino
Our newly expanded, state-of-the art casino is open 24/7 and offers live craps, live blackjack, popular slot machines and live music. Plus, we have a sportsbook area that’s great for watching and wagering on sports of all kinds. Grab a cold beverage at the award-winning Silks Bar & Grill, make yourself comfortable at a table or machine and let the good times roll!
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Hotel and Dining
Our eight-story Forbes® recommended hotel towers over the grounds and offers unparalleled views of the racetrack or surrounding Ouachita Mountains. And with plenty of dining establishments and multiple casual eateries and bars on-site, you’ll never have to leave the resort to eat like royalty.
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Special Guests

Matt Rhule, Nebraska
Matt Rhule, Nebraska
Mark May, Hall of Fame
Mark May, Hall of Fame
Desmond Howard, ESPN
Desmond Howard, ESPN

Schedule of Events

Thursday, February 13th:

  • 4:15 pm – Private reception for finalists, former winners, and special guests reception
  • 5:30 pm – VIP Pre-Ceremony Reception for special guests and sponsors
  • 7:00 pm – Awards Ceremony
    • About 800 guests in attendance

Post-Ceremony (9:00pm – close):

  • VIP lounge to relax and unwind with finalists, former winners, High School Broyles Award winners, and special guests
  • Open and reserved tables at Casino for interested parties
  • Sports bar with games, activities, television, and more

Friday, February 14th:

  • 8:00 am – Coachs’ Breakfast for finalists, winner, and former winners at the Bugler, overlooking the horse track while the horses do a morning workout
  • 8:30 am – Wives’ Breakfast, a casual, drop-in event for spouses
  • Private tour of the stables following breakfast
  • 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm – Horse-racing at Oaklawn – VIP booths  for all special guests. A race will be named after our Broyles Award winner, with trackside festivities to celebrate.
  • 7:00 pm – High School Broyles Award Ceremony with guest speaker Coach Matt Rhule.
    • 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)

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

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