Bill Keightley passed away on this day 4 years ago. Here’s a great tribute to Mr. Wildcat. Also, John Calipari announced on this day, 3 years ago, he had accepted the job as the head coach at the University of Kentucky. Kentucky has not been the same since.
Two very significant events happened on this date in Kentucky basketball history…
It happened on this day in Kentucky basketball history…
Bill Keightley Bill Keightley passed away on this day 3 years ago. Here’s a great tribute to Mr. Wildcat. Also, John Calipari announced on this day, two year ago, he had accepted the job as the head coach at the University of Kentucky.
Remembering Mr. Wildcat: A Tribute to Bill Keightley
Found this article this morning while surfing the web. Didn’t remember seeing it before and wanted to share. 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.