Mark Pope was on track to follow his basketball playing career by venturing into medicine. But a series of revelations culminated in a change of heart and a switch in direction. Read article.
Former Cat Mark Pope prefers hardwood over medicine
Kentucky Basketball Releases Three Walk-ons
WKYT in Lexington is reporting that Matt Scherbenski, Dwight Perry and Adam Delph have been dismissed. Read article.
Adolph Rupp listed in Sporting News’ 50 greatest coaches of all time
This is sure to cause some heated debate. Adolph Rupp is listed at number 21 behind Dean Smith at number 8, Bobby Knight at number 16 and that Duke coach called Coach K at number 19. Read article.
Meeks’ career at Kentucky was a prelude to the pros
According to the Milwaukee Bucks official website, Jodie Meeks stated, ““Playing at Kentucky definitely got me ready for the NBA. You’re put on a pedestal at Kentucky just like you are in the NBA … maybe moreso in some ways.” Read article.
Bernadette Locke Mattox as Kentucky Men’s Assistant Coach: ‘a great experience’
Per the Providence Journal, in an article on women coaching men: Former Pitino assistant says her time at Kentucky was ‘a great experience.’ Read article.
Bill Keightley Hired As Kentucky Assistant Equipment Manger – 1962
In the summer of 1962, Bill Keightley was hired as an assistant equipment manager for the University of Kentucky men’s basketball team, a part-time job. For more information on Mr. Wildcat, go here.
Patterson Will Be Kentucky’s Leader (VaughtsViews.com)
There’s nothing wrong with speculating how good Kentucky’s incoming freshman class will be during the 2009-2010 basketball season. Read article.
Larry Stamper wishes he could still play (WinchesterSun.com)
Larry Stamper is a retired school teacher living in Winchester with his wife and likes to spend his time either hunting, fishing or playing golf. However, for long-time University of Kentucky basketball fans, Stamper will always be remembered as one of the toughest, most physical players to play for the Wildcats during his three-year career…
LeBron James pays Kentucky Wildcats surprise visit
The King has entered the building. Read article. Pics here and here.
The Man in Brown: Adolph Rupp, December 16, 1957 (SI.com)
“All I want out of life,” Rupp says, “is to get a bunch of boys together and whip somebody else.” Year after year, he does just that—and with Kentucky boys almost exclusively. Read article.