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New commit Kyle Wiltjer explains why he’s going to Kentucky

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Kyle Wiltjer - photo by L.E. Baskow | Portland Tribune

Kyle Wiltjer’s first visit to Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, Calif., on Sunday was memorable if for nothing else than the influence of younger brother Sam.  “He’s nine, but he acts like my older brother,” Kyle says with a laugh. “He’s making me scared of all these rides.  The day at the theme park capped an unforgettable weekend for Wiltjer, the 6-10 senior-to-be who led Jesuit High to back-to-back state 6A titles in 2009 and ‘10.

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On This Day in UK Basketball History

On December 5, 1953, Cawood Ledford broadcasts his first game as the radio “Voice of the Wildcats.”

 

On December 5, 1953, Cliff Hagan scored 51 points against Temple.

 

On December 5, 2009, freshman John Wall bounced back from a bout with dehydration and a queasy encounter with an IV drip to finish with 16 points -- including the clinching free throws with 4.3 seconds left -- seven assists, five rebounds and three steals to lift the Wildcats to a 68-66 victory over the North Carolina Tar Heels.  This was the first signature win of Calipari's tenure and proved his rebuilding job was well ahead of schedule.

 

Wildcats Born on This Date

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