LITTLE ROCK – The inaugural Big Miller Football Media Days kick off on Wednesday morning at First Community Bank and will conclude Friday afternoon.
Over 60 teams from most regions of Arkansas will meet in the heart of the state to discuss the 2024 season that is just around the corner. All three days will be live streamed on The Natural State Sports Network’s YouTube Channel, Facebook page and Twitter (X). All interviews will be available to watch by the end of each day if you miss the live viewing.
The event gets started with a bang Wednesday as 103.7 The Buzz’s Wess Moore and Joe Franklin will be live on location for ‘Out of Bounds’ from 1-4 p.m.
Here is the full schedule:
Who is ‘Big Miller’?
Kevin Miller, widely known as ‘Big Miller’, was a staple in promoting Arkansas’ prep athletes in both football and basketball. When Kev was not working or spending time with his wife and two children, he was often seen at a court or field collecting film to make highlight reels.
One of Kev’s goals to help continue growing Arkansas prep athletics was to put a media day event together and that came to fruition last October. He was the driving force in planning what turned out to be a highly successful two-day event for basketball, which prompted the idea to do the same thing for football.
Sadly, Kev suddenly passed away in February at the age of 43. Shortly after his passing, some of his friends and colleagues got together and quickly came to the agreement that there are few better ways to honor all that he did for others than combining his name with what he loved doing most.
Family Statements
“Our son-shine, not a day goes by that we don’t think about you. Our hearts broke the day you left us. We know to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! You were and still is our shining light. The love you gave out to others was amazing! I thank God for his spirit that abided in you to share for his glory! Rest on, son, until we meet again! ❤️ always Mom and Dad! Forever in our hearts!”
Calvin and Mary Miller, Father and Mother
“Your absence has made me realize how much I miss the little things about you. It also made me realize time is precious and to make every minute count.Your blessings on earth have not gone unnoticed, bro. You’re receiving the highest blessing of all … To share your life with the King… Well done, bro.”
– Cory Miller, brother
“My brother is truly missed, I think about him just about everyday. The memories I treasure dearly, he was a blessing in my life as well as us all. I will keep my faith and trust in God until we meet again. Love always.”
– Derrick Miller, brother
“To my loving second son, thanks for all the wonderful memories you have left me. If love could have saved you, you would still be here off of my love and others. Thanks for the experience to witness your greatness, unselfishness, and humble sacrifices you made for others. Gone, but never forgotten. Love Always.”
– Barbara Stevenson, aunt/motherly figure
A special thanks to our sponsors; Chris Crain Hyundai, Genesis of Conway, Athletic Field Service of Arkansas, American Pie Pizza, Count Porkula BBQ and Fearless Friday.
Kyle Sutherland is a journalist and podcast host (Arkansas Preps Weekly) for The Natural State Sports Network. His written work has been featured in outlets including the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Best of Arkansas Sports and Hooten’s Arkansas Football. He is also the color commentator for 103.7 The Buzz’s high school football Game of the Week. Email Kyle at kyle@naturalstatesports.com.