Speaking for the first time since The New York Times reported earlier this week that the NCAA was looking into his background, Kentucky signeeNerlens Noel said the NCAA hasn’t contacted him or his mother directly and that he’s in “great position to qualify.” “No, the NCAA hasn’t contacted me or my mom directly,” the 6-foot-10 Noel, the projected…
Thamel: NCAA investigating Nerlens Noel’s recruitment
The N.C.A.A. sent two members of its enforcement staff to Massachusetts this week to inquire about Nerlens Noel, who is the country’s top basketball recruit and has committed to play at Kentucky. Cindi Merrill and Frank Smith, assistant directors of enforcement with the N.C.A.A., went to Everett High School on Tuesday to meet with school officials about…
Anthony Davis named as finalist for 2012 USA Basketball National Team
Anthony Davis, who led Kentucky to its eighth NCAA championship, and Oklahoma City Thunder standout guard James Harden, have been added to the list of finalists for the 2012 USA Basketball National Team, USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo announced today. The official 12-man U.S. Olympic team roster will be announced later this year. “It’s a…
Former Cat John Wall chosen as member of USA Select Team
According to Dave Johnson of WTOP radio in Washington, Team USA has chosen John Wall to be a part of the USA select team. He’ll be joining DeMarcus Cousins who has also been invited to join the Select team of young NBA stars who will train with Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and the other 2012 Olympians…
President Obama to honor 2012 NCAA Champion Wildcats at the White House
President Barack Obama will honor the 2011-12 UK men’s basketball team Friday at the White House for its national championship. The team’s eighth NCAA national championship will be celebrated at 4:5o p.m. with remarks from the president.
Terrence Jones’ song “Teach me ’bout Kentucky” to benefit Stone Cold Willow’s teeth
From WTVQ: “Stone Cold Willow was a fixture in the ERupption Zone at Kentucky home games this past season. He was a student at Bluegrass Community and Technical College but had to quit school due to financial reasons. He now works at UK cleaning dorms. Terrence Jones wants to help him out. Jones along with…
Future Cat Alex Poythress garners another honor
Alex Poythress is hard at work preparing for the next phase of his career. The Northeast High basketball phenom spends much of his day working out as he prepares to leave for Lexington, Ky. to officially begin his college career at the University of Kentucky on June 3. But before he graduates, putting an end…
One former Cat considered one of the dirtiest players in the NBA
One former Cat considered one of the dirtiest players in the NBA
Video: Terrence Jones gives flowers to Louisville cheerleader he ran over
Video: Terrence Jones gives flowers to Louisville cheerleader he ran over
Photo: The May issue of Basketball Times features the Kenfetti Wildcats
Photo: The May issue of Basketball Times features the Kenfetti Wildcats