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Walter’s Wildcat Dispatch — August 25, 2026

Walter's Wildcat Dispatch

TyTy Washington Signs With ASVEL, Joining Nate Sestina in France • Kentucky Makes Final Seven for Five-Star Point Guard Reese Alston • Anthony Davis Among NBA’s Comeback Players to Watch • Kerr…

’92 squad lifted program out of probation shadow

Unforgettables

“Weep no more, my lady, Oh, weep no more today!”  At 10 a.m. Friday, May 19, 1989, the NCAA gave UK basketball fans a reason to cry, as sanctions were handed down for rules violations in the preceding years.  Less than a week later, on June 1, fans were given a reason to weep no…

Deron Feldhaus unforgotten in Kentucky lore

As one of the four Unforgettables, Deron Feldhaus will be remembered as a member of the Wildcat team responsible for bringing Kentucky basketball back from the depths of probation to respectability and prominence.  It’s a team many UK basketball fans tuck closely to their hearts, remembering the loyalty and perseverance Richie Farmer, John Pelphrey, Sean Woods and Feldhaus…  …

Also on this date in Kentucky basketball history…

1992 Unforgettables

Kentucky capped an evening of tribute to its 1991-92 basketball team by unexpectedly retiring the jerseys of four players directly responsible for the rebuilding of the Kentucky program after NCAA sanctions had leveled it. As the seniors stood at mid-court with their families, four jerseys were unveiled: Richie Farmer‘s No. 32, Deron Feldhaus‘ No. 12,…

Arkansas fires John Pelphrey

Arkansas has fired coach John Pelphrey after four seasons with the Razorbacks, a source close to the situation told ESPN.com Sunday.  The Hogs will make a formal announcement later in the day.  Arkansas finished fourth in the SEC West. Pelphrey has three years remaining on his contract and will be paid a negotiated buyout.  Pelphrey,…

Former Cat John Pelphrey saves job with elite recruits

John Pelphrey

There are two sure-bet ways for a college coach to keep his job. One is to produce wins. The other is to create hope. In a perfect world, a coach will do both — win at a high level so the present is great while recruiting at a high level so the future also looks terrific. Syracuse’s Jim Boeheim, Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski, Ohio State’s Thad Matta and Villanova’s Jay Wright are a few who meet both criteria.

On this day in Kentucky basketball history…

From the Season Never Ends 2010 Calendar:  “Kentucky capped an evening of tribute to its 1991-92 basketball team by unexpectedly retiring the jerseys of four players directly responsible for the rebuilding of the Kentucky program after NCAA sanctions had leveled it.  As the seniors stood at mid-court with their families, four jerseys were unveiled:  Richie…

Boxscore and Game Notes: Kentucky vs. Arkansas

Go here for boxscore.   Kentucky is 19-0, 4-0 in the Southeastern Conference while Arkansas is 8-11 overall, 1-3 in league action. Kentucky’s 19-0 start is its best since the 1965-66 squad opened with 23 consecutive wins. This is only the third time in school history that the Wildcats have begun a season with at…