Online Home of the Big Blue Nation: Kentucky Wildcats Sports for the Discerning Fan
What an up-and-down season it has been for Kentucky Basketball, as shown by just the last two games: A dominating win over Vanderbilt, where the Wildcats led for 38+ minutes, followed by a double-digit loss to Texas A&M just 72 hours later, allowing a 27-3 run. While locked in an at-large bid in the NCAA […]
Is anyone in the country hotter than Clara Strack? After Kenny Brooks challenged his star, Strack has responded in a now historic way. Take a look at her last 3 games: South Carolina – 24 points, 9 reboundsArkansas – 20 points, 13 reboundsGeorgia – 33 points, 8 rebounds, 5/7 on 3s That stat line against […]
While the concerns are real amongst Big Blue Nation that the Kentucky Wildcats could play on Wednesday of the SEC Tournament, there is some positive news on the final week of the regular season. Kam Williams, who has been sidelined with a broken foot since January 21st against Texas, is returning to practice on Thursday, […]
After picking up a dominant win to kick off the SEC Tournament yesterday, Coach Kenny Brooks and the Kentucky Wildcats are back in action today, taking on Georgia. Kentucky dominated from start-to-finish in its 94-64 win over Arkansas yesterday, with six different players scoring in double figures. Things get much tougher today though, as Kentucky […]
Kentucky is reportedly showing interest in 6-foot-7 point guard Dink Pate, as head coach Mark Pope was spotted in Philadelphia on Wednesday morning to watch Pate play for the Westchester Knicks against the Delaware Blue Coats. Originally part of the 2023 recruiting class, Pate has spent the last three years playing in the NBA G-League, […]
Kentucky Basketball didn’t just make The Athletic’s list of the top 50 rivalries in college hoops. Writer Scott Dochterman ranked five of the Wildcats’ matchups among the nation’s best, highlighting both historic bitterness and blue-blood prestige. Dochterman called Indiana Hoosiers–Kentucky Wildcats the “most difficult rivalry to place,” noting how the annual series once defined non-conference […]
With just one regular-season game remaining, time is running out for Kam Williams and Jayden Quaintance to play again this season. During his Wednesday radio show, head coach Mark Pope shared the latest update on his two injured Wildcats who may be able to return in the postseason. First, Williams has progressed enough from foot […]
Kentucky Football became the first SEC program to officially jump into the recruitment of Braylon Key, a 6-foot, 170-pound cornerback from Batesville (Miss.) South Panola, extending an offer that the emerging 2027 prospect calls a “true blessing.” Though Key is not yet ranked, his stock has been climbing rapidly throughout the winter, with college coaches […]
With the Cats in comeback mode, Trent Noah was on the floor for his offense. He had made two 3s and drew a foul on another when he stepped into another. As he backpedaled to the side after the shot missed, Noah unfortunately stepped on Mark Pope and rolled his ankle. If you have played […]
You read that headline, and you might say, “Man, that is harsh,” but there was a method to the madness for Kentucky women’s basketball coach Kenny Brooks. Clara Strack was coming off a sloppy game in a win against Auburn on the road, and the Cats were set to host No. 3 South Carolina. Brooks […]
Kentucky Basketball entered College Station needing a win that could help solidify its SEC and NCAA Tournament positioning. Fresh off a strong win over Vanderbilt, the Wildcats looked ready to carry that momentum forward early against Texas A&M. For the first stretch of the game, they did exactly that. Kentucky came out aggressively and efficiently […]
Good morning, BBN! Well, that was an ugly game to watch last night. It started off so strong. The Kentucky Wildcats seemed to have picked up right where they left off against Vanderbilt, gaining a 30-18 lead with about nine minutes left in the first half. Then, Mark Pope decided to play five reserves at […]
The Kentucky Wildcats have found themselves playing from behind versus high-major teams a good bit this season. An awful trend that has continued to occur throughout this roller-coaster of a season. According to Steven Peake at KSR, the Wildcats have trailed by 15+ in 40% of their games against high-major teams this season. A mind-boggling […]
The Kentucky Wildcats were simply outplayed for the majority of Tuesday night’s matchup against Texas A&M. It was a tough road loss for the Cats, as most of the team didn’t have their best game. However, Mo Dioubate really gave it his best effort, having one of his best outings of the season for one […]
Kentucky Basketball kicked off tonight’s game in College Station right where they left off against Vanderbilt on Saturday. The offense was clicking, and the defense looked locked in once again. However, after a 12-point lead was built, the Cats imploded, as they dropped a very winnable game to the Aggies. How bad was it? Well, […]
From up 12 in the first half to down 21 in the second half. That’s what a 27-3 run to end the first half will do. That’s how Tuesday night went for the Kentucky Wildcats. They went from nearly being in complete control of the game to getting blown out. It’s inexcusable. Texas A&M made […]
Kentucky Basketball dropped the ball on the road tonight in a 96-85 loss at Texas A&M. The loss is the 11th of a season that has been a struggle for the Wildcats to find any sort of consistency. Despite the unfortunate injuries this team has had to battle through, the lack of grit and the […]
When news broke earlier today that Mitch Barnhart would be stepping down on June 30th, everyone’s mind went right to the biggest question: Who is going to be replacing him? Eli Capiluto said he would be going on a “listening tour” before making any decision. These are 10 internal and external candidates that you should […]
A former University of Kentucky assistant cross-country and track coach is facing allegations of stalking and sexual harassment. The Lexington Herald-Leader reports former UK assistant coach Hakon DeVries faces multiple allegations that are detailed in a report from the school last November. DeVries left his role last year after the university’s Office of Equal Opportunity […]
On Tuesday night at 7:00 PM, the Kentucky Wildcats will tip off against Texas A&M in what will be their final road test of the season. The Aggies have an identical 19-10 record as the Cats this year, but are one game behind in the SEC standings. Seeding in next week’s conference tournament will come […]
After 24 years as the Director of Athletics at the University of Kentucky, Mitch Barnhart is officially retiring from his post, but his work in Lexington is far from finished. Barnhart will transition into a new position as Executive in Residence for the UK Sports & Workforce Initiative, a role that extends through 2030 and […]
Hardley Gilmore IV is back with Kentucky Football for the 2026 season. Gilmore returned to Lexington and participated in Tuesday’s practice, per KSR’s Jacob Polacheck. A wide receiver from Belle Glade, Florida, Gilmore totaled 28 receptions for 313 yards and one touchdown for the Wildcats during the 2025 season. The 6-foot-1 sophomore has had a […]
The University of Kentucky has announced that Mitch Barnhart is retiring as the school’s athletic director in June and will be taking a new job with the school, UK President Dr. Eli Capilouto announced on Tuesday. “Mitch Barnhart has led University of Kentucky Athletics for nearly a quarter-century,” Capilouto said in a press release. “It […]
Don’t look now, but the Kentucky Wildcats have a chance to earn a double-bye in the SEC Tournament as March begins. In a season marked by injuries, drama and frustrating losses, the Wildcats unlocked a high level of resilience to put themselves in position to be in a favorable position in the SEC and NCAA […]
It appears the end is finally here for the Mitch Barnhart era, as the UK athletics director is set to retire. ESPN’s Pete Thamel broke the news first on Tuesday that Barnhart’s retirement announcement is expected to come in the “near future.” The 66-year-old Barnhart has been UK’s AD for 24 years now, overseeing much […]