All articles tagged with #mark pope
Originally Published 25 days ago — by UK Athletics
Kentucky faces St. John’s in the CBS Sports Classic, featuring a matchup between former coach Rick Pitino and his former player and current UK coach Mark Pope, with both teams aiming for Final Four potential. The game also highlights potential return of Jayden Quaintence and Kentucky's recent strong performance against Indiana.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by On3
Collin Chandler's impressive dunk during Kentucky's 77-51 win over Nicholls caught the attention of coach Mark Pope, who expressed curiosity about his reaction and praised Chandler's natural position as a shooting guard, highlighting the significance of Denzel Aberdeen's return to the lineup.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by WDRB
Kentucky's basketball team, under coach Mark Pope, achieved an impressive victory over No. 1 Purdue in an exhibition game, emphasizing themes of sacrifice, unity, and purpose-driven play, with Pope inspiring his team through a sermon-like speech about care, humility, and brotherhood.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by On3
Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope is preparing for a highly anticipated Big Blue Madness event with potential surprises, including special guests, alumni appearances, and unique fan experiences, aiming to make it a memorable start to the season.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by On3.com
Kentucky Wildcats are considered one of the biggest winners in college basketball's transfer portal cycle for 2025, having added top-tier talent including five top-60 transfers, which significantly bolsters their roster for the upcoming season under coach Mark Pope.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by CBS Sports
Otega Oweh, Kentucky's top player, has decided to withdraw from the 2025 NBA Draft and return for his senior season, bolstering Kentucky’s roster and making them a strong contender in college basketball next year.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Lexington Herald Leader
The Kentucky Wildcats faced unexpected challenges in their return to Rupp Arena, narrowly defeating the Colgate Raiders 78-67. Despite a strong 17-0 start, Kentucky struggled with shooting and energy, allowing Colgate to close the gap significantly by halftime. The Wildcats eventually regained control with a late 12-0 run, led by Koby Brea's 17 points. Coach Mark Pope acknowledged the team's energy issues and emphasized the importance of learning from such games. Injuries to key players Lamont Butler and Kerr Kriisa also impacted Kentucky's performance.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSR
Kentucky Wildcats' head coach Mark Pope provided an update on starting point guard Lamont Butler's ankle injury, describing him as 'day-to-day' with optimism for his return against Colgate or Louisville. Butler, who missed the game against Gonzaga, is eager to return, but has not yet participated in practice. The team managed to win without him, but his return is crucial, especially with Kerr Kriisa out indefinitely.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by A Sea Of Blue
The Kentucky Wildcats, under coach Mark Pope, achieved a remarkable comeback victory against the Gonzaga Bulldogs, who were highly ranked in various polls. Trailing by 16 at halftime, Kentucky rallied to secure one of their best regular-season wins in decades. Vinny Hardy discusses this significant win in a new episode of Bleav in Kentucky, available on multiple platforms.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSR
The Kentucky Wildcats face a challenging matchup against the No. 7 Gonzaga Bulldogs in the Battle in Seattle, following their first loss of the season to Clemson. Kentucky, known for its depth and high-scoring offense, will need to improve its recent shooting struggles to compete against Gonzaga's potent offense. The game will be broadcast on ESPN2 at 10 p.m. ET, with live updates available on KSR's platforms. Kentucky coach Mark Pope, who has a poor record against Gonzaga, hopes to turn the tide in this top-10 clash.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSR
Koby Brea shone in Kentucky's 108-59 victory over Jackson State, scoring a career-high 22 points and hitting five of eight three-pointers, boosting his season three-point percentage to 74.1%. Brea, who was previously a star at Dayton, has quickly adapted to playing at Rupp Arena, a venue he admired during a Drake concert visit. His performance is part of Kentucky's record-breaking streak of making at least 10 three-pointers in five consecutive games. Coach Mark Pope praised the unique appeal of Kentucky basketball and the players' collective dream of success.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by A Sea Of Blue
The Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball team, led by coach Mark Pope, has made history by scoring 97+ points in their first four home games for the first time ever, including a recent 108-59 victory over Jackson State. This offensive prowess is highlighted by a 77-72 win against a top-10 Duke team. Upcoming games against Western Kentucky, Clemson, and Gonzaga will test whether this scoring trend continues, as Kentucky aims to advance further in the NCAA Tournament than in recent years.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSR
Kentucky Wildcats dominated Lipscomb in a decisive victory, maintaining their perfect start to the season under new coach Mark Pope. The Wildcats showcased strong performances, including a standout 20-point game from Jaxson Robinson, and continued their impressive shooting streak by hitting 12 three-pointers. Despite Lipscomb's shooting struggles, Kentucky's depth and fan support at Rupp Arena highlighted their potential as a formidable team this season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by A Sea Of Blue
Kentucky Wildcats, led by coach Mark Pope, secured a significant victory over the Duke Blue Devils in the Champions Classic, overcoming a nine-point halftime deficit to win 77-72. Rick Pitino, a notable figure in college basketball, congratulated Pope, who has a history with Kentucky as a former player. This win marks a major milestone in Pope's coaching career.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSR
Rick Pitino congratulated Mark Pope on Kentucky's 77-72 comeback win over Duke, highlighting the strong bond between the two. Pitino, who played a significant role in Pope's hiring, expressed his pride in a tweet. This gesture comes amid Pitino's own busy schedule as coach of St. John's Red Storm. The emotional connection between Pitino and Kentucky was evident during a recent event where he received a standing ovation, reflecting on his impactful relationship with Pope and the team.