
2022-08-13

Takeaways from Kentucky's Game 3 in the Bahamas vs. Carleton University
Once the UK Athletics circus closed up its tent for the day, Kentucky Basketball played its third preseason exhibition game down in the Bahamas against Carleton University and it was another 40-minute highlight reel for John Calipari's Wildcats....

John Calipari on "basketball school" comments: "I said the wrong thing"
On Thursday, John Calipari created quite the stir within the athletics department when he said he believes his team deserves a new practice facility because Kentucky is a basketball school first and foremost. The comment did not sit well with Mark...

Sources Say: Jacob Toppin, Antonio Reeves lead Kentucky to blowout win over Carleton
KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 203 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky's blowout win over Carleton in the Bahamas. Among the highlights: Jacob Toppin goes nuclear (and looks like a...

Antonio Reeves making an early case as Kentucky's go-to shooter
CJ Fredrick has deservedly earned the reputation as Kentucky's best outside shooter throughout the preseason, but Antonio Reeves is making his own case for that honor. Through three games on the team's Big Blue Bahamas Tour, Reeves is the...

PHOTOS: Kentucky's 118-56 win over Carleton
It was another fun night in the Bahamas as Kentucky cruised to its third straight win, beating Carleton University 118-56. Enjoy the victory through the lens of our photographer Dr. Michael Huang. Photo by Dr. Michael Huang | Kentucky Sports...

Postgame notes, cumulative stats from Kentucky's win over Carleton University
You likely already know this, but Kentucky has been straight up dominating the competition this week on the program's Big Blue Bahamas Tour. Saturday night was no different for the Wildcats, which smacked Carleton University (Canada) by a final...

WATCH: Highlights from Kentucky's 62-point win over Carleton University
Another game in the Bahamas, another blowout victory for Kentucky men's basketball. The Wildcats demolished Canada's Carleton University on Saturday night to the tune of a 118-56 final score. It was the third straight win by at least 50 points...

The ridiculous numbers behind Kentucky's 118-56 win over Carleton
Coming into the Bahamas trip, Carleton University was billed as Kentucky's biggest competition. The Ravens have won 16 of the last 19 national championships in Canada and, in the past, have beaten NCAA teams like Wisconsin, Alabama, Memphis, Baylor,...

FINAL: Kentucky steamrolls Carleton University 118-56 in third game of Bahamas trip
Outside of the opening two minutes, Kentucky obliterated Carleton University (Canada) in what was arguably the Wildcats' most impressive win of the week so far. On Saturday night, UK steamrolled through Carleton by a final count of 118-56 in the...

HALF: Kentucky leads Carleton University 55-19 at the intermission
Carleton University came into Saturday's game as one of the top programs that Canada has to offer, but they've stood no chance against the Kentucky Wildcats through one half of basketball. At the halftime break, Kentucky holds a commanding 55-19...

Kentucky vs. Carleton LIVE BLOG, sponsored by Condado Tacos
KSR’s Live Blogs for Kentucky’s Bahamas games are sponsored by Condado Tacos. Stop in to see our friends at Condado to try some of their summer features like the Mango Guacamole or Chicken Bacon Ranch taco. Yum! They’ve also got Happy Hour deals...

WATCH: Mark Stoops, Mitch Barnhart Press Conferences
What a Saturday. If you've been away from the computer, Mark Stoops and Mitch Barnhart both spoke about the comments John Calipari made about Kentucky being a "basketball school," the backlash, and the relationship between the two coaches. Barnhart...

Mitch Barnhart has no plans to give John Calipari a new practice facility
The heart of the feud between John Calipari and Mark Stoops was over upgrades to the Wildcats' basketball practice facility. Coach Cal's pleas are falling on deaf ears. "Where we are right now, it's not a project that we've put on our strategic...

'Not who we are': Kentucky AD Mitch Barnhart opens up on John Calipari vs. Mark Stoops
These are unique times in the Big Blue Nation. On Thursday, comments made by John Calipari on Thursday became viral when Mark Stoops quickly struck back on Twitter with two tweets to defend his program....

Kroger Field continues alcohol prohibition for fans outside of luxury suites
Mitch Barnhart is keeping beers out of the hands of Kentucky football fans at Kroger Field. Well, unless you have a lot of money to afford seats in luxury suites. Then it's perfectly acceptable to consume alcohol and watch Kentucky football. In...

Mark Stoops Responds to John Calipari: "We won't be derailed"
As is tradition during Kentucky football fall camp, Mark Stoops was scheduled to speak following Saturday's scrimmage. Most expected the Wildcats' head coach to de-escalate a public feud with John Calipari. Instead, Stoops threw more fuel on the...

Recruitment is heating up for in-state DL Jamarrion Harkless
Four months ago, Jamarrion Harkless became a very popular man on the recruiting trail. The Lexington (Ky.) Frederick Douglass rising senior was offered by Georgia on April 13. A flurry of offers followed. Auburn, Cincinnati, Kentucky, Louisville,...

Kentucky freshman Destin Wade is settling in at quarterback
Kentucky does not have a quarterback in the 2023 recruiting class. As of right now, it doesn't appear that will change as signing day is just four months away. That means true freshman Destin Wade could have a golden opportunity. The Spring Hill...

Preseason Top 25: Projecting what the poll should look like
The coaches poll was released last week, and it got many folks excited. For the first time ever, Kentucky appeared inside that ranking during the preseason. But that is not the granddaddy of them all when it comes to top 25 rankings. The AP Top 25...

KSR Today: Big Blue Bahamas Tour Game 3
After a day off in paradise, the Kentucky men's basketball team will return to action this evening for game three of their international tour. After taking down the Dominican Republic and Monterrey Tech, the Wildcats will face off against Carleton...

Kentucky basketball gives back with Samaritan's Feet, youth camp
The Kentucky men's basketball team spent their off day in the Bahamas giving back to the community. After two games -- two blowout wins, specifically -- the Wildcats spent the morning with Samaritan's Feet and ProCamps for the Players First Bahamas...

Mitch Barnhart holding a press conference Saturday
Tomorrow just got a little more interesting. UK just announced that athletics director Mitch Barnhart will address reporters Saturday afternoon. Mark Stoops and select players were already scheduled to speak to the media at Kroger Field following...

Player-Led Kentucky Defense Makes Difference in Preseason Practice
Mark Stoops officially has 10 assistant coaches on his staff. The Kentucky defense has just as many unofficial coaches in 2022. The Wildcats' veteran-laden defense has propelled Brad White's group to a point typically reserved for the final days...

Kentucky Volleyball scheduled for 8 matches on ESPN networks this season
Head coach Craig Skinner's squad plans to enter the upcoming season as a nationally ranked program, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to watch them live. On Friday, the Southeastern Conference and ESPN announced the national TV schedule for...

Ryan Lemond called in from his "Field of Dreams" trip with his dad
The Summer of Ryan Lemond reached its peak Thursday night when Ryan and his dad traveled to Iowa for the "Field of Dreams" game. If you know Ryan or listen to KSR, you know his love for the cornfields and "Field of Dreams," and the strong baseball...