The 1978 National Championship team is honored at Rupp Arena on the 35th anniversary of their championship. For more on the Wildcats, visit WildcatWorld.com and be sure to visit us regularly for all your news on Kentucky basketball, past present and future.
Video: The 1978 National Champions welcomed back to Rupp Arena
Jack Givens’ soft jumpers provided a touch of class to Kentucky’s attack
The story goes that Adolph Rupp once had a 6’9″ center who assiduously avoided contact. This infuriated Rupp, who liked Kentucky pivotmen to throw more elbows than hook shots. In practice one day, Rupp caught the timid one loitering on the foul line during a fierce battle under the boards. Calling the workout to a halt, Rupp gazed up at the center and said,…
Video: Highlights of 1978 NCAA National Championship game
Video: James Lee slams in the final two points of the 1978 NCAA Championship game
November 30, 1974: Kentucky’s “Super Kittens” debut with 97-70 win
From the “Kentucky Basketball: The Season Never Ends Calendar:” Kevin Grevey had 32 points and Jimmy Dan Conner 12 as the #16 Kentucky Wildcats blasted Northwestern 97-70 to open the season. The win featured the debut of “The Super Kittens”: James Lee (11 points), Jack Givens (8 points), Rick Robey (8 points) and Mike Phillips…