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Kipngok advances to steeplechase final on opening day of NCAA Championships

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Kentucky sophomore Collins Kiprop Kipngok advanced to the NCAA steeplechase final by winning his semifinal with a season-best 8:24.39 on the opening day of the championships in Eugene, Oregon on June 10.

UK Football Releases 2026 Kickoff Times, TV Designations

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The SEC announced Kentucky football's 2026 kickoff times and television designations, featuring at least four consecutive night conference games. The schedule opens Sept. 5 against Youngstown State and concludes Nov. 28 against Louisville under new head coach Will Stein.

UK Women's Golf Adds Tennessee Player of Year Isabella Johnson

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University of Kentucky women's golf has signed transfer Isabella Johnson, the 2025 Tennessee Women's Player of the Year from Middle Tennessee State, who will join the Wildcats as a junior for the 2026-27 season.

UK Assistant Coach McLean Named Head Coach of Bahamas National Team

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Kentucky assistant coach Mikhail McLean has been named head coach of The Bahamas National Team, beginning with World Cup qualifying games in July. He will retain his position with the Wildcats while leading the Caribbean nation.

Kentucky Women's Basketball Lands Florida Transfer Me'Arah O'Neal

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University of Kentucky women's basketball signed Florida transfer Me'Arah O'Neal, a 6-4 forward and daughter of Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal, as a junior. O'Neal averaged 13.6 points and 6.4 rebounds last season for the Gators.

Amoore sisters reunite as Jemma signs with UK women's basketball

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Kentucky women's basketball signed transfer guard Jemma Amoore, the younger sister of former UK standout Georgia Amoore, as a junior for the 2026-27 season.

Kentucky sends 22 athletes to NCAA outdoor championships in Eugene

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The University of Kentucky sent 22 athletes to the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships in Eugene, Oregon, featuring standout performers including SEC champion Emmi Scales and SEC Freshman Field Athlete of the Year Kemarah Howard.

Kentucky's Arseneault wins ITA Ohio Valley Rookie of the Year

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Kentucky freshman Nicolas Arseneault was named the 2026 ITA Ohio Valley Region Rookie of the Year, marking the third consecutive year a Wildcat freshman has won the award. Arseneault finished his debut season with a 16-11 singles record and earned All-SEC Second Team and SEC All-Freshman Team honors.

UK Baseball Stars Bell, Jelkin Named ABCA All-Region Honorees

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Kentucky shortstop Tyler Bell and pitcher Jaxon Jelkin earned ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division I First-Team Midwest All-Region honors Tuesday, recognition that makes them eligible for All-America selection.

UK Football Mourns Death of Defensive Lineman Nic Smith

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The University of Kentucky announced the death of defensive lineman Nic "Happy" Smith, a 20-year-old redshirt freshman from Loganville, Georgia, who was found dead in a residence hall Monday morning. An initial investigation indicated no foul play was involved.

Howard wins SEC freshman field athlete award

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Kentucky freshman Kemarah Howard won the SEC Women's Freshman Field Athlete of the Year award after sweeping conference high jump titles indoors and outdoors in 2026.

Former Wildcats Making Impact in Professional Baseball

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More than 40 University of Kentucky baseball alumni are currently competing in professional baseball in 2026, including Major League Baseball players and coaches like Collin Cowgill and Taylor Rogers.

Star first baseman Hudson Brown returns to Kentucky baseball

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Star first baseman Hudson Brown announced he will return to Kentucky baseball for the 2027 season, declining to enter the 2026 MLB Draft. The redshirt sophomore batted .333 with 12 doubles and seven home runs this season despite missing time due to mononucleosis.

Elite shooter Momcilovic signs with Kentucky basketball

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Milan Momcilovic, the nation's leading 3-point shooter at 48.7 percent last season from Iowa State, has signed with Kentucky basketball. The 6-foot-8 forward, ranked among the top transfers available, becomes the sixth transfer addition for coach Mark Pope's second season.

UK Athletics upgrades game day concessions under Compass Group deal

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The University of Kentucky announced a partnership with Compass Group to significantly reduce game day concession prices at Kroger Field and other athletics venues, with core items priced at $5 or less beginning this football season.

Kentucky to Travel to Virginia for SEC/ACC Challenge

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Kentucky will travel to Virginia on Dec. 2 for an SEC/ACC Challenge game, marking the first meeting between the programs since 2002 at the Maui Invitational.

Kentucky women's basketball hosting Clemson in SEC/ACC Challenge

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Kentucky women's basketball will host Clemson in the SEC/ACC Challenge on Dec. 3 at Rupp Arena, reuniting coach Kenny Brooks with former Virginia Tech assistant Shawn Poppie in the Tigers' head coaching role.

Two Wildcats Return to UK Baseball Program in Staff Roles

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Former Kentucky catcher Devin Burkes and pitcher Ryder Giles have joined the Wildcats' baseball program staff as the team continues to build on its historic 2024 College World Series run under Coach Nick Mingione.

UK Football Mini-Pack Tickets Now Available for 2026 Season

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Kentucky football mini-pack tickets for the 2026 season are now on sale, offering fans flexible options starting at $136 for three-game packages and rising to $252 for five-game options featuring marquee matchups against Florida and Louisville.

Five UK Baseball Players Named Academic All-District

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Five University of Kentucky baseball players — Ben Cleaver, Leighton Harris, Nate Harris, Luke Lawrence and Jayce Tharnish — were named to the College Sports Communicators' Academic All-District team, with Lawrence and Tharnish advancing to All-America voting.

Kentucky Women's Golf Retains Title-Contending Lineup for 2026-27

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All five members of Kentucky women's golf's NCAA Championship team, including three sophomores and two juniors, have committed to returning for the 2026-27 season under coach Golda Borst.

Kentucky's Season Ends in Heartbreaking 10-Inning Loss to West Virginia

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Kentucky's baseball season ended in heartbreak Monday as West Virginia walked off with a 6-5, 10-inning victory in the Morgantown Regional final, despite the Wildcats staging a dramatic comeback from a four-run deficit.

Kentucky, Louisville Set Rivalry Game for December 9

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Kentucky women's basketball has announced its rivalry matchup with Louisville will take place December 9 at Rupp Arena, marking the 62nd meeting between the two programs in what is the first scheduled game for the 2026-27 season.

Kentucky to Face Must-Win Game Against West Virginia

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West Virginia's five-run ninth inning rally gave the Mountaineers an 11-9 victory over Kentucky, forcing a winner-take-all game Monday night in the Morgantown Regional.