All-American Vernon Hatton, one of the “Fiddlin’ Five,” and the leading scorer on Kentucky’s 1958 NCAA National Championship team, has died.
Kentucky Wildcats ‘Fiddlin’ Five’ Great Vernon Hatton Has Died
Vernon Hatton Named 2023 SEC Legend
Former Kentucky men’s basketball All-American and national champion Vernon Hatton will represent the Wildcats as a member of the 2023 Southeastern Conference Legends at the SEC Tournament in Nashville, Tennessee.
On this date in Kentucky basketball history…
On December 7, 1957, Vernon Hatton launched a 47-foot prayer from half-court that saved Kentucky and forced the game into a second overtime. What was then referred to as “the longest game in UK history” proves fruitful for the Wildcats as they defeat Temple 85-83 in three overtimes. Vernon Hatton scores UK’s final six points…