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Father of five-star recruit shares how Mark Pope is revolutionizing recruiting

Mark Pope became a fan-favorite instantly when his first year began at Kentucky last season. The head coach put together a pretty good resume in year one, and off the court, his work in recruiting really showed.

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Kentucky Volleyball Crowd Helps Overcome In Home Opener

No. 3 Kentucky defeated No. 10 SMU 3-1 (26-28, 25-22, 25-18, 25-23) in their home opener at Memorial Coliseum on Saturday afternoon, with a crowd of over 3,000 fans.

Cutter Boley News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 13

What we learned from Cutter Boley's first start of the season

Kentucky football welcomed the Eastern Michigan Eagles to Kroger Field on Saturday in a game that, after not looking good against Toledo and collapsing against Ole Miss with an offense that never could find a consistent rhythm, fans were looking for a blowout win.

College Basketball News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 13

Kentucky basketball's success projection for the next 25 years will outrage Big Blue Nation

Without a doubt, Kentucky is the most successful and historic program in all of college basketball. It has obviously been over a decade since the Wildcats have won a national title, but things seem to be trending in the right direction under Mark Pope.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 13

According to a recruit's father Mark Pope isn't afraid to flaunt Kentucky's resources

Kentucky hosted a very important target on an official visit this past weekend in 2026 top five prospect Caleb Holt. The staff was hoping to make a good impression on Holt and his family, and it seems like they did that.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 12

Kentucky basketball posted a mysterious photo of Jayden Quaintance practicing

The number one question heading into the season for the Kentucky Wildcats is when star center Jayden Quaintance is going to be back on the floor. Last season, Quaintance went down with an ACL tear toward the end of his freshman season at Arizona State.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 11

College basketball analytics continue to fall in love with the Kentucky Wildcats

Many college basketball experts are believers in this 2025-26 Kentucky basketball team, so fans have been curious to see what the analytics have to say about this team.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 11

One of Kentucky's 2026 recruiting targets has set a commitment date

Joe Tipton of On3 just announced that five-star Tay Kinney is set to pick his college on September 28th. The schools Kinney is picking between are Kentucky, Louisville, Indiana, Kansas, Arkansas, and Oregon.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 11

Should fans be concerned with Kentucky's three-point shooting?

Last season, Mark Pope's first squad at Kentucky was filled with shooters everywhere. Led by Koby Brea, who was an extremely efficient shooter, that was one area that wasn't a weakness at all.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 11

According to CBS Sports Kentucky has three of the best defenders in college basketball

In year one of the Mark Pope era, the defense wasn't great for the Kentucky Wildcats as it finished ranked 51st in KenPom, and the defense struggled mightily in the loss to Tennessee in the Sweet 16.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Sneakers on SI / September 10

The Curry Fox 2 'Lexington' Pays Homage to the Kentucky Wildcats

Earlier this summer, Curry Brand launched De'Aaron Fox's second signature shoe. The Curry Fox 2 has received strong reviews from hoopers, and now sneakerheads are taking note of the latest colorway to drop.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 10

Three Kentucky Wildcats who will be key for a deep NCAA Tournament run

Kentucky basketball hasn't seen all that much NCAA Tournament success over the last handful of years, but in year one of the Mark Pope era, he took the Wildcats to the Sweet 16.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 10

This underrated Kentucky forward could be the best defender in the SEC

Mark Pope looks to have a really good squad set to take the floor in their first exhibition next month. One of the goals of the coaching staff this offseason was to improve in the areas of athleticism and defense.

Ty Bryant News / Stadium Rant / September 10

Kentucky Legacy Recruit Ty Bryant Shines On The Big Stage

Junior safety Ty Bryant was born in Lexington, Kentucky. His football journey started with the local Southland Chiefs but skyrocketed as a Frederick Douglass Bronco in high school.

Lane Kiffin News / Yardbarker / September 3

Lane Kiffin has stern warning for Ole Miss — and Rebels must listen

Ole Miss will play Kentucky in Week 2.

Ole Miss, Kentucky head into conference play after warm-up wins

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Mark Stoops News / Stadium Rant / August 25

Underdog Mentality: Kentucky Football Challenges Are Fixable

The Kentucky football program is always embracing the underdog each season, but this season will tell the tale of whether they can put the storm behind them of last season and the last few years and return to Kentucky football Standards.

Mark Stoops News / Yardbarker / July 28