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Kentucky's Davion Mintz made a move behind Jacob Toppin's screen in a 77-74 win over Vanderbilt last season. (Kentucky Today/Tammie Brown)

Calipari says schedule will challenge Cats

September 12, 2021
Josh Ali celebrated after making a catch in Kentucky's win over ULM Saturday at Kroger Field.

Levis, receivers not surprised by Cats’ performance in opener

September 5, 2021
Wan'Dale Robinson's first catch of his UK career was a touchdown catch from Will Levis in a 45-10 win over ULM Saturday at Kroger Field.

New-look offense impressive as Cats open season with win

September 4, 2021
Kentucky running back Chris Rodriguez has high expectations going into this season.

Rodriguez hopes to be best back in SEC this season

September 1, 2021
Tubby Smith watched his tee shot from the No. 11 tee box during a Pro-Am event ahead of the Barbasol Championship two years ago.

Tubby looking forward to Rupp Arena return

August 30, 2021
Former Morehead State head coach Sean Woods will bring his Southern Jaguars to Rupp Arena in December.

Former UK standout will bring Southern to ‘Unity Series’

August 28, 2021
Vince Marrow has been impressed with Will Levis during preseason workouts.

Marrow confident Levis ready to lead UK offense

August 26, 2021
Will Levis launched a throw during an open practice for media members Tuesday in Lexington.

Now with weight off his shoulders, Levis ready to be a leader

August 17, 2021
Will Levis makes a pass during Kentucky's fan day open practice last Saturday at Kroger Field.

Levis named UK’s starting quarterback

August 15, 2021
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops jokes around during fan day last week at Kroger Field. The Wildcats open the season on Sept. 4 against Louisiana Monroe.

Stoops pleased with Cats’ play in scrimmage

August 15, 2021
Will Levis threw a pass during Kentucky's Fan Day open practice last Saturday at Kroger Field.

Three battling for starting quarterback job at UK

August 9, 2021
Coach Mark Stoops says Kentucky is on a good path.

Stoops says Cats are on their way to next level

July 20, 2021
Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns have a 2-1 lead over the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Finals. Game 4 is set for Wednesday night.

Booker says playing for Calipari taught him ‘how to be a pro’

July 14, 2021
Davion Mintz will return and play for the Kentucky Wildcats next season.

Mintz follows heart, drops out of NBA Draft

July 2, 2021
Eastern Kentucky Athletics Director Matt Roan and the Colonels officially become members of the Atlantic Sun on Thursday.

EKU begins new era as member of Athletic Sun Conference

June 30, 2021
Kentucky redshirt freshman Dontaie Allen is determined to do great things with the Wildcats.

Allen envisions ‘a great finish’ to college career

June 12, 2021
Keion Brooks is looking forward to his third season with the Wildcats and will be counted on to be a leader this year.

Brooks focusing on getting better heading into junior season

June 9, 2021
Kentucky coach John Calipari has stocked next year's roster with transfers but doesn't think that will be a trend for his team in the future.

Calipari doesn’t expect Cats to depend on transfers in the future

May 29, 2021
Tatum Spangler and Lauren Johnson celebrated after the Wildcats defeated Notre Dame in the first of two games Sunday at Joe Cropp Stadium in Lexington.

Kentucky advances with sweep of Notre Dame

May 23, 2021
Iowa guard CJ Fredrick (5) is pictured against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

Fredrick hopes to build on past success at Rupp

May 21, 2021
Sahvir Wheeler is confident the SEC will allow him to play for the Wildcats next season.

Wheeler brings confidence, experience to UK roster

May 19, 2021
Georgia transfer Sahvir Wheeler averaged 14 points per game for Georgia last season.

Georgia guard becomes Kentucky’s latest transfer

May 17, 2021
TyTy Washington verbally committed with Kentucky on Wednesday night.

Heralded point guard in 2021 class commits to Kentucky

May 13, 2021
Orlando Antigua is prepared to begin his second stint with the Wildcats.

Antigua plans to build on past experiences in second stint at UK

May 10, 2021
Greg Todd was named women's basketball coach at Eastern Kentucky University on Monday after seven seasons at Morehead State University.

Todd returning home as women’s basketball coach at EKU

May 10, 2021
Antigua, Coleman added to UK basketball staff

Antigua, Coleman added to UK basketball staff

May 6, 2021
Cats land former Covington Catholic sharpshooter

Cats land former Covington Catholic sharpshooter

May 5, 2021
Offensive coordinator Liam Coen has been mostly all smiles during spring workouts.

Stoops likes urgency, tempo of UK offense under Coen

April 11, 2021
Kellan Grady is looking forward to the next phase of his collegiate career.

Competitive environment drew Grady to Kentucky

April 1, 2021
Kellan Grady scored more than 2,000 points in his four-year career at Davidson.

Wildcats add Davidson transfer

March 29, 2021
Florida State coach Leonard Hamilton directed his team during a game against North Carolina in the semifinal round of the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament in Greensboro, N.C.

Former UK assistant building powerhouse at Florida State

March 26, 2021
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark (22) reacted after hitting a 3-pointer during the first half of a game in the second round of the women's NCAA Tournament at the Greehey Arena in San Antonio, Texas.

Freshman leads Iowa past Kentucky in second round of tourney

March 25, 2021
Blair Green went up for a layup against Idaho State on Sunday afternoon.

Green helps lead Kentucky to first-round victory

March 21, 2021
Kentucky's Brandon Boston Jr. was fouled going to the basket against Alabama on Jan. 12.

Boston joins Clarke, Jackson in declaring for NBA Draft

March 21, 2021
Kyra Elzy and the Wildcats will take on Idaho State in the NCAA Tournament on Sunday in San Antonio.

Elzy says Wildcats in good frame of mind going into tourney

March 16, 2021
Isaiah Jackson went up for a shot in a win over South Carolina last Saturday at Rupp Arena.

Cats taking one game at a time approach at SEC Tournament

March 9, 2021
BJ Boston led Kentucky with a game-high 21 points in a win over South Carolina on Saturday at Rupp Arena.

Cats riding high following blowout win over South Carolina

March 7, 2021
Kentucky concludes the regular season against South Carolina on Saturday in a noon tipoff at Rupp Arena.

Calipari, Brooks confident Cats can finish season a high note

March 5, 2021
Keion Brooks led Kentucky with 16 points in a 70-62 loss at Mississipi on Tuesday night.

Cats fail to fight back in loss to Ole Miss

March 3, 2021
Kentucky's Olivier Sarr goes up for a shot in Kentucky's 71-67 loss to Florida on Saturday at Rupp Arena.

Gators spoil Kentucky’s Senior Day

February 28, 2021
Olivier Sarr muscled his way to the basket in a win over Tennessee on Saturday in Knoxville. Sarr finished with 10 points.

Wildcats end road trip with win over Tennessee

February 21, 2021
Isaiah Jackson went up for a block in the first half of Kentucky's 82-78 win over Vanderbilt on Wednesday night in Nashville.

Cats withstand Vandy rally, hold on for win

February 18, 2021
Coach John Calipari and Kentucky aren't throwing in the towel despite a 5-12 record with only eight games remaining. Davion Mintz hustled for a loose ball against Tennessee with Cal urging him on.

Cal, Cats not ready to give up on season

February 7, 2021
Eastern Kentucky football coach Walt Wells discussed the Colonels' move to the Atlantic Sun Conference Friday during a press conference at McBrayer Arena.

Eastern leaves OVC to join Atlantic Sun Conference

January 29, 2021
Olivier Sarr slammed home a dunk in Kentucky's 70-59 loss to Alabama Tuesday night in Tuscaloosa. Sarr finished with 12 points.

Cats falter late as Alabama completes sweep

January 27, 2021
Kentucky coach John Calipari is discouraged after the Wildcats blew a late six-point lead at Georgia on Wednesday.

Calipari discouraged after Cats lose third straight

January 21, 2021
Jacob Toppin scored 10 points off the bench in Kentucky's 66-59 loss at Auburn on Saturday.

Wlldcats come up short as Auburn rallies for win

January 16, 2021
Kentucky's coaching staff, led by John Calipari, kneeled in protest during the national anthem last weekend in Gainesville.

Cats say support, criticism from decision to kneel not a distraction

January 11, 2021
Jemal SIngleton

Singleton expecting an easy transition to college coaching

January 9, 2021
Dontaie Allen made seven 3-pointers and scored a career-high 23 points to lead Kentucky past Mississippi State on Saturday night in Starkville.

Allen gets his chance and delivers as Cats win in overtime

January 3, 2021
Chris Rodriguez scored a pair of touchdowns in Kentucky's win over North Carolina State in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl on Saturday in Jacksonville.

Cats edge Wolfpack for third straight bowl victory

January 3, 2021
Isaiah Jackson and the Wildcats will open Southeastern Conference play on Saturday night at Mississippi State.

Kentucky ready for fresh start as league play opens

December 31, 2020
Mark Stoops talked to reporters during a zoom press conference Monday. The Wildcats will take on N.C. State in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl Saturday in Jacksonville.

Stoops has no regrets on decision to play in bowl

December 29, 2020
Kentucky redshirt freshman Dontaie Allen (right) walked onto the court with teammates BJ Boston (3) and Cam'Ron Fletcher (21) earlier this season.

Allen will get his ‘turn to shine’ against Mississippi State

December 29, 2020
Davion Mintz pumped his fists during a loss to Louisville on Saturday at the KFCYum! Center. Mintz led the Wildcats with 19 points.

Struggles continue for Cats in loss at Louisville

December 28, 2020
Kentucky coach John Calipari spoke to the media during a zoom press conference on Christmas Eve. The Wildcats play rival Louisville on Saturday.

Calipari still having fun during losing streak

December 24, 2020
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops and the Wildcats will play North Carolina State in the Taxslayer Gator Bowl on Jan. 2 in Jacksonville.

Cats to meet North Carolina State in Gator Bowl

December 20, 2020
Roy Williams and the North Carolina Tar Heels will take on Kentucky this weekend in the CBS Sports Classic.

Cats to play North Carolina, instead of UCLA, in CBS Sports Classic

December 16, 2020
Kentucky football coach Mark Stoops and his staff signed 18 players on Wednesday, the first day of the early signing period.

Stoops signs seven Kentuckians as part of recruiting class

December 16, 2020
Kentucky offensive coordinator Liam Coen talked to the media during a zoom call on Tuesday.

Coen selected to lead Kentucky offense

December 15, 2020
Kyra Elzy has the ninth-ranked Kentucky women's basketball team off to a perfect 6-0 start this season.

Interim tag removed for Elzy after 6-0 start

December 14, 2020
Olivier Sarr scored 22 points in Kentucky's loss to Notre Dame Saturday at Rupp Arena.

Kentucky’s comeback falls short in loss to Notre Dame

December 12, 2020
Kentucky coach John Calipari is discouraged after the Wildcats blew a late six-point lead at Georgia on Wednesday.

Calipari delves into ‘bag of tricks’ to inspire Cats

December 11, 2020
Blair Green scored 17 points, a career-high, in Kentucky's win over Marshall earlier this week in Lexington.

Green’s confidence growing after career-high night

December 10, 2020
Davion Mintz says the Wildcats aren't a good team right now and improvements are needed in order to succeed.

Jackson says Cats have time to get back on track

December 9, 2020
Kentucky offensive coordinator Eddie Gran was relieved of his duties on Sunday.

Gran, Hinshaw out as UK assistant coaches

December 6, 2020
Kentucky coach John Calipari watched his squad during a loss to Kansas in the State Farm Champions Classic last Tuesday.

Calipari toughens practice to ‘light a fire’ under Cats

December 4, 2020
Kentucky forward Isaiah Jackson defended against Kansas' Jalen Wilson in a 65-62 loss to the Jayhawks earlier this week in Indianapolis.

Jackson says Cats have plenty of time to get back on track

December 3, 2020
Isaiah Jackon slams home a dunk in a loss to Kansas Tuesday night in Indianapolis.

Struggling Wildcats suffer second straight loss

December 2, 2020
Kentucky freshman Devin Askew brought the ball up the floor against Richmond on Sunday.

Richmond knocks off Cats with strong second half

November 29, 2020
Kentucky quarterback Terry Wilson throws a pass in last week's 63-3 loss at Alabama. The Wildcats are at No. 6 Florida on Saturday at noon.

Short-handed Cats face tough test at Florida

November 27, 2020
Kentucky's AJ Rose looked for running room earlier this season in a loss to Ole Miss. The Wildcats take on Florida on Saturday in Gainesville.

Stoops hits reset button following blowout loss to Alabama

November 24, 2020
Brad Calipari won't be making a return trip to UK this week.

Calipari’s return postponed as Mercy drops out of Bluegrass Showcase

November 24, 2020
Devin Askew has decided to transfer after one season at the University of Kentucky

Askew feels right at home with Wildcats

November 22, 2020
Keion Brooks is looking forward to his second season with the Wildcats and will be counted on to be a leader this year.

Injury gave Brooks a chance to analyze his game

November 19, 2020
Kentucky coach Matthew Mitchell directed players in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against South Carolina during the Southeastern Conference Tournament.

Mitchell steps down as UK coach following health scare

November 13, 2020
Lance Ware considers himself a player who will bring energy to the floor this season for the Wildcats.

Ellison sparked UK freshman’s love for the game

November 11, 2020
BJ Boston will bring plenty of confidence to the court for the Wildcats this season.

Heralded UK freshman brings swagger to court

November 10, 2020
Isaiah Jackson has been one of Kentucky's surprise performers in preseason workouts.

Jackson relishes underdog role with Wildcats

November 10, 2020
Calipari says schedule will be a 'great test' for young Cats

Calipari says schedule will be a ‘great test’ for young Cats

November 6, 2020
Big Blue Madness will be held without fans on Nov. 20 at Memorial Coliseum.

Big Blue Madness returning to its roots

November 5, 2020

Stoops expects Gatewood to play well in first start with Cats

October 29, 2020
UK switches games against Missouri, Georgia

UK switches games against Missouri, Georgia

October 18, 2020
Kentucky graduate transfer Davion Mintz brings experience to this year's squad.

Mintz happy with decision to attend Kentucky

October 15, 2020
Kentucky quarterback Terry Wilson threw a pass during an open practice last year.

Wilson ‘locked in’ going into opener at Auburn

September 24, 2020
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops discussed strategy with his defensive unit last season as the Wildcats finished 9-4. UK opens the season on Saturday at Auburn.

Cats ready for opener against Auburn

September 21, 2020
Brandin Echols made a move during a practice session earlier this week.

Cats working to build depth, contingency plan

September 4, 2020
Alabama, Ole Miss fill UK's 10-game schedule

Alabama, Ole Miss fill UK’s 10-game schedule

August 7, 2020
Kentucky quarterback Terry Wilson threw a pass during an open practice last year.

Wilson “all in” as Cats prepare for season

August 6, 2020
Kentucky quarterback Terry Wilson and the Wildcats will play a league-only schedule this fall.

Kentucky plans league-only schedule for 2020

July 30, 2020
Rupp Arena was renamed in January and will now be known as Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center.

UK faculty group seeks name change for Rupp Arena

July 23, 2020
NCAA prepares guidelines for fall sports

NCAA prepares guidelines for fall sports

July 17, 2020
Coach John Calipari shouted instruction in Kentucky's win over UAB.

Kentucky adds UAB, Marshall to schedule

July 14, 2020
Decision expected by late July on football

Decision expected by late July on football

July 14, 2020
Mitch Barnhart and Mark Stoops are taking careful steps as schools re-open to allow athletes back on campus for voluntary workouts next month.

Barnhart wants special game day experience when sports resume

June 29, 2020
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops is keeping an eye on his team's progress remotely this summer.

Tests show six UK football players had virus

June 22, 2020
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