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The University of Kentucky men's soccer team lost 2-1 to Lipscomb despite outshooting the Bisons 21-7 and scoring a second-half goal to cut into a two-goal deficit.
Kentucky football head coach Will Stein emphasized the importance of maintaining strong practice habits and process-oriented thinking following the Wildcats' 31-21 road victory over ninth-ranked Texas A&M. The team faces South Alabama on Saturday.
University of Kentucky women's golf won the Bettie Lou Evans Invitational championship with a record-setting 839 (-25) team total, winning by 11 shots. Senior Cathryn Brown captured the individual title with a 206 (-10).
Kentucky women's golf holds a nine-shot lead after two rounds of the Bettie Lou Evans Invitational at University Club of Kentucky, with Isabella Johnson leading the individual race at 7-under par.
UK tennis player Mikael Arseneault advanced at the ITA All-American Championship in Tulsa with a three-set victory Monday, while teammates Rafael Ymer and Tom Sickenberger also won their pre-qualifying matches.
Kentucky volleyball players Brooklyn DeLeye and Molly Tuozzo earned SEC Player of the Week honors following the Wildcats' victory over No. 3 Louisville. DeLeye led with 22 kills while Tuozzo recorded 21 digs in the upset win.
The University of Kentucky men's soccer team travels to Nashville to face Lipscomb on Tuesday, seeking their first win of the 2026 season after an 0-4-2 start.
Will Stein earned Dodd Trophy National Coach of the Week honors after leading Kentucky to a 31-21 upset victory over No. 9 Texas A&M, the first true road win against a top-10 opponent by a UK head coach in his first season.
Kentucky safety Jordan Castell earned Senior Bowl Defensive Player of the Week honors after recording 13 tackles, a pass breakup and a crucial fourth-quarter interception in the Wildcats' 31-21 victory over Texas A&M.
No. 4 Kentucky volleyball defeated No. 3 Louisville 3-1 Sunday at Historic Memorial Coliseum, rallying from a poor first set to beat another Final Four contender.
No. 4 Kentucky volleyball defeated No. 3 Louisville 3-1 Sunday at Historic Memorial Coliseum in the first-ever top-five matchup in the venue's history, with Brooklyn DeLeye recording 22 kills in a nationally televised win that drew over 6,000 fans.
Mark Stein earned his first signature victory as Kentucky football head coach with a 31-21 road upset over No. 9 Texas A&M on Saturday, becoming only the third first-year UK coach to defeat a top-10 opponent and the first to do so away from home.
Coach Will Stein's Kentucky squad defeated No. 9 Texas A&M 31-21 on the road, marking his first SEC win and first victory over a ranked opponent in his inaugural season.
Kentucky's defense held Texas A&M to 21 points Saturday in a 31-21 SEC victory, with defensive coordinator Jay Bateman earning praise in his return to College Station where he previously worked for the Aggies.
Kentucky upset No. 9 Texas A&M 31-21 in College Station, scoring 21 third-quarter points behind efficient quarterback play by Kenny Minchey and strong defensive performances.
Kentucky's men's soccer team dropped its Sun Belt Conference opener 1-0 to Marshall on Saturday night at home, falling to 0-4-2 overall despite creating early scoring chances and strong second-half defending.
Former Kentucky tennis player Liam Draxl defeated world No. 32 Arthur Rinderknech in straight sets at the Davis Cup qualifiers in Quebec City, marking the biggest win of his professional career.
All tickets for Kentucky basketball's Big Blue Madness on Oct. 2 sold out within 22 minutes, with UK Athletics implementing enhanced security measures including refreshing barcodes to prevent fraud.
The University of Kentucky men's tennis team has signed Latvian junior prospect Rihards Neimanis, ranked 65th in ITF junior singles and 34th in doubles, who will join the Wildcats in January.
The University of Kentucky men's soccer team will open Sun Belt Conference play Friday night against Marshall at home, looking to break a winless streak. The Wildcats have not won a match this season after dropping to 0-3-2.
Kentucky men's golf tied for seventh at the Bearcat Invitational in Cincinnati, with Gabriel Hull earning a tie for 14th place individually and Cole Stockard finishing tied for 21st in the 17-team field.
University of Kentucky sophomore Ann Lemirisho, a transfer from Cincinnati, won the SEC Women's Runner of the Week award after placing first in the 3-mile race at the Tennessee Invitational with a time of 15:54.7 in her first event for the Wildcats.
UK football coach Will Stein blamed offensive execution and poor second-half performance for the Wildcats' first loss of the season to Alabama, saying the team must improve in all aspects before facing Texas A&M on the road.
Gabriel Hull's 6-under par second round powered Kentucky men's golf to sixth place through two rounds of the Bearcat Invitational in Cincinnati, with the Wildcats standing 10 shots off the lead.
University of Kentucky will release tickets for Big Blue Madness on Sept. 18 through Ticketmaster, with the basketball showcase scheduled for Oct. 2 at Rupp Arena. Students, BBN United members, and the general public will have separate ticket opportunities.
No. 3 Kentucky volleyball swept Houston 3-0 in the Paradise Invitational final in Nassau, with Lizzie Carr starring with eight kills and five blocks. The Wildcats next face No. 5 Louisville on Sunday.
Kentucky men's golf competes in the Bearcat Invitational on Sept. 14-15 in Cincinnati, looking for its second tournament of the season. Sophomore Cole Stockard leads the Wildcats lineup after a strong performance to open the fall campaign.
No. 12 Alabama defeated Kentucky 45-17 on September 12, 2026, extending its winning streak in the series to nine straight games. Despite the loss, the Wildcats showed defensive intensity and offensive weapons led by their tight end group and rookie wide receiver Kenny Darby.
Kentucky football lost to Alabama 45-17 on September 12, dropping to 1-1 on the season. Coach Will Stein cited defensive struggles with short fields and offensive execution issues, particularly on third downs, while noting the team remains early in development with opportunities to improve before facing Texas A&M.
No. 12 Alabama defeated Kentucky 45-17 on Saturday at Kroger Field after a dominant second-half performance, with the Tide scoring 28 unanswered points to overcome a 17-13 halftime deficit.
No. 8 SMU defeated No. 3 Kentucky volleyball 3-1 in the Paradise Invitational opening round in Nassau. The loss drops Kentucky to 6-2 on the season.
UK tight end Willie Rodriguez has been named to the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Watch List in recognition of his leadership and community service, particularly his work supporting children with disabilities and caring for his sister who has Rett syndrome.
The Kentucky football game against No. 12 Alabama on September 12 has officially sold out, though verified resale tickets remain available. UK Athletics is warning fans about counterfeit tickets and encouraging purchases only through official channels.
University of Kentucky cross country opened its 2026 season with the women placing second and men placing third at the Tennessee Invitational, led by strong performances from Ann Lemirisho and Collins Kipngok.
Ten former University of Kentucky Dance Team members will compete for professional NFL and NBA cheerleading squads in the 2026-27 season, with alumni representing six NFL teams and one NBA team.
UK volleyball's October 25 home match against Texas A&M has been upgraded from ESPN to ABC with an earlier 1 p.m. ET start time, underscoring the sport's surging popularity.
The University of Kentucky cross country team opens its 2026 season Friday at the Tennessee Invitational in Knoxville, with men competing at 8 a.m. ET and women at 8:45 a.m. ET under the direction of second-year coach Tito Medrano.
The University of Kentucky launched Kentucky Mobile, a new wireless phone service that allows customers to automatically support UK Athletics, scholarships or campus programs with each monthly bill payment, in partnership with Collegiate Mobile.
Morgan Gaerte is thriving in her new role on the right side for Kentucky volleyball, recording a season-high 17 kills and a career-high 11 digs in the Wildcats' win over North Carolina.
No. 3 Kentucky defeated No. 18 North Carolina 3-0 Wednesday night in the Shriners Children's Showdown at the Net ACC/SEC Challenge, with junior Morgan Gaerte recording 17 kills and 11 digs for her first double-double in a Kentucky uniform.
Kentucky women's golf finished eighth at the Folds of Honor Collegiate in Michigan, led by senior Cathryn Brown's tied-for-ninth individual finish. The preseason 31st-ranked Wildcats will return home for their next tournament later this month in Lexington.
The University of Kentucky Wildcats announced their 2027 SEC softball schedule, featuring eight three-game conference series beginning in mid-March. The SEC tournament will move to Madison, Alabama for the first time as a permanent neutral site, moving away from rotating among conference campuses.
Kentucky men's soccer fell to No. 3 Ohio State 4-1 Tuesday night at home, with the Wildcats playing down a man after an early red card to goalkeeper Benjamin Rasmussen and later down to nine men when a defender was sent off.
Kentucky women's golf improved to tied for sixth place after Tuesday's second round at the Folds of Honor Collegiate in Michigan, with senior Cathryn Brown maintaining her consistent play and positioning the Wildcats 10 shots behind the top three teams heading into Wednesday's final round.
Will Stein's Kentucky football team prepares for its SEC opener against No. 13 Alabama on Saturday at Kroger Field after dominating Youngstown State 45-13 in the first-year coach's debut.
Kentucky women's golf opened its 2026-27 season at the Folds of Honor Collegiate, with senior Cathryn Brown leading the Wildcats to a tie for seventh place after the first round.
Senior libero Molly Tuozzo earned SEC Player of the Week and Defensive Player of the Week honors after recording 19 digs against Penn State at Wrigley Field, her first overall conference player of the week award.
The Kentucky Wildcats seek their first win of the season when they host undefeated No. 4 Ohio State on Tuesday night at the Bell Soccer Complex, with kickoff at 7:30 p.m. ET.
No. 3 Kentucky defeated No. 13 Penn State in four sets Sunday at Wrigley Field before 43,067 fans, the second-largest crowd in the historic ballpark's history, as part of the inaugural Big Ten/SEC Volleyball Challenge.
No. 3 Kentucky volleyball made history by defeating No. 13 Penn State 3-1 in the first-ever collegiate volleyball match at Chicago's Wrigley Field, part of the inaugural Big Ten/SEC Volleyball Challenge.
University of Kentucky women's golf opens its 2026-27 season at the Folds of Honor Collegiate this week in Michigan with an all-upperclassmen roster and preseason ranking of 31st in the nation.
SEC Nation, SEC Network's traveling pregame show, will broadcast live from the University of Kentucky campus on Sept. 12 as the Wildcats prepare to face Alabama in their SEC opener at Kroger Field.
Will Stein's UK coaching debut resulted in a historic 45-13 victory over Youngstown State, with transfer quarterback Kenny Minchey throwing for 301 yards and four touchdowns in his first start.
Will Stein won his first game as Kentucky football head coach, leading the Wildcats to a 45-13 victory over Youngstown State with balanced offense, strong special teams play, and a dominant defensive performance at home.
First-year Kentucky football coach Will Stein earned his first victory Saturday with a 45-13 home win over Youngstown State, as quarterback Kenny Minchey completed 18 of 27 passes for 301 yards and four touchdowns in his debut start.
Freshman Thomas Berteotti scored his first career goal to earn Kentucky men's soccer a 1-1 draw against Evansville on Friday night at the Bell Soccer Complex.
UK Athletics has partnered with UK Invests, a student financial wellness program, as the official jersey patch partner for Kentucky Football under new head coach Will Stein. The program, which has served over 18,000 students since its 2022 launch, combines financial education with real investment opportunities.
Will Stein makes his head coaching debut at Kentucky against Youngstown State on Saturday, taking over a program that finished bowl-ineligible the past two seasons.
The Kentucky Wildcats will host the Evansville Aces on Friday night seeking their first win of the 2026 season. The match kicks off at 7:30 p.m. ET at the Bell Soccer Complex and will be streamed on ESPN+.
UK Athletics announced a multiyear partnership with Heaven Hill Brands, naming Elijah Craig and Evan Williams as official bourbon partners of the Kentucky Wildcats and creating premium hospitality venues and fan experiences.
UK Athletics announced a multiyear partnership with Heaven Hill Brands, naming Elijah Craig and Evan Williams as official bourbon partners. The deal includes venue upgrades, limited-edition bottles, and branded activations across major athletic facilities.
Third-ranked Kentucky volleyball swept UCLA 3-0 Wednesday in the SEC/Big Ten Challenge at Historic Memorial Coliseum, recording seven aces and hitting .346 for the match to improve to 3-0 on the season.
No. 3 Kentucky swept UCLA 3-0 on Wednesday in the Allstate Big Ten/SEC Challenge, with Morgan Gaerte leading the Wildcats with 16 kills in their third consecutive sweep of the season.
Kentucky head coach Will Stein takes the field for his first game Saturday against Youngstown State at Kroger Field, seeking to build on a successful preseason as he begins his tenure.
Kentucky men's golf finished 15th at the Visit Knox Collegiate in Knoxville, with sophomore Gabriel Hull posting a 4-under final round to lead the Wildcats' even-par team finish on Tuesday.
New UK Athletics Director J Batt is focused on maintaining excellence as the 2026 athletic season begins, with football kicking off September 5 under first-year head coach Will Stein.
Kentucky football head coach Will Stein will debut his weekly radio show on the UK Sports Network on September 2, hosted by Tom Leach and broadcast on 630 WLAP and multiple streaming platforms.
Sophomore Cole Stockard led Kentucky men's golf with consecutive 1-under rounds as the Wildcats began their season at the Visit Knox Collegiate in Knoxville, positioning themselves in 17th after 36 holes.
Kentucky true freshman wide receiver Kenny Darby has been selected to the 247Sports Preseason True Freshman All-America Team, earning national recognition ahead of his debut in head coach Will Stein's first season.
The University of Kentucky men's golf team opens its fall season Monday at the Visit Knox Collegiate in Knoxville, Tennessee, led by standout sophomore Cole Stockard and featuring reinforcements including transfer Gabriel Hull.
Kentucky volleyball coach Craig Skinner earned his 500th career victory Saturday with a sweep of South Florida, adding another milestone to a 22-year tenure that has transformed the Wildcats into a national powerhouse.
Kentucky volleyball coach Craig Skinner won his 500th career match Saturday in a 3-0 sweep over South Florida, becoming the second SEC coach to reach the milestone and the winningest coach in program history.
Kentucky volleyball swept Utah State 3-0 in its home opener Friday night at Memorial Coliseum, showcasing offensive efficiency and dominant side out defense while unveiling its 2025 NCAA runner-up banner.
No. 3 Kentucky swept Utah State 3-0 in its home opener Friday night, with senior Brooklyn DeLeye hitting .600 and recording 16 kills. The Wildcats dominated defensively, holding Utah State to .117 hitting.
The Kentucky men's soccer team fell 3-0 to Virginia Tech on Friday in Blacksburg, Virginia, dropping to 0-2-1 on the season in their first road test.
Kentucky football head coach Will Stein has named Alex Brown, a veteran personnel executive with NFL and college experience, as the program's assistant general manager.
Kentucky basketball's 2026-27 schedule is finalized, featuring three exhibition games and a challenging slate of opponents highlighted by contests against Kansas in the Champions Classic and North Carolina at Madison Square Garden.
Kentucky men's soccer travels to Virginia Tech on Friday for its first road match of the 2026 season, seeking to break a winless streak to start the year.
Kentucky women's basketball finalized its 14-game nonconference schedule for 2026-27, featuring five NCAA Tournament teams including Sweet Sixteen participants Louisville and Virginia, plus 2026 WNIT champion Marshall.
Spectrum has signed a multiyear agreement with University of Kentucky Athletics and secured naming rights to a new studio for Wildcat media programming. The partnership includes NIL opportunities for select student-athletes and professional resources for content creation.
Kentucky tight end Willie Rodriguez, a Cuban-American junior from Taylor Mill, has been named to the Hispanic College Football Player of the Year watch list. Rodriguez recorded 23 catches for 310 yards and one touchdown last season as he enters his junior year under new head coach Will Stein.
University of Kentucky gymnastics earned a top-five academic honor from the Women's Collegiate Gymnastics Association for the 2025-26 academic year, posting a team GPA of 3.8326 with nine perfect 4.0s among its roster.
UK Athletics announces multiple fan experience upgrades for the 2026 football season at Kroger Field, including significant concession price reductions, cashless transactions, and new in-stadium programming.
The University of Kentucky softball team announced its 2026 fall schedule featuring five exhibition games and the sixth annual Big Blue Boo event on October 17 against Marshall at John Cropp Stadium, with free admission to all home games.
Kentucky transfer cornerback Hasaan Sykes emphasized the importance of maintaining a short memory—moving past both successes and failures quickly—as the Wildcats defensive backs prepare for the SEC season under first-year head coach Will Stein.
Kentucky wide receiver Nic Anderson, a senior transfer from LSU, has been named to the watch list for the Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award, which honors college football's top offensive player from or playing in Texas.
Louisville's Giacomo Zizza scored twice in the final seven minutes to lift the Cardinals past Kentucky 3-2 in the Battle of the Bluegrass soccer match Monday night at the Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington.
No. 4 Pittsburgh defeated No. 3 Kentucky 3-1 in the AVCA First Serve event, handing the Wildcats their first loss of the season. Kentucky will return home to host the Bluegrass Battle at Historic Memorial Coliseum beginning August 28.
Kentucky men's soccer hosts Louisville in the Battle of the Bluegrass on Monday night at the Bell Soccer Complex, with the Wildcats seeking their first win of the season.
Kentucky football's wide receiver group is showing promise in fall camp under first-year coach Will Stein, with quarterback Kenny Minchey impressing in Saturday's scrimmage as the Wildcats prepare for their season opener in two weeks.
No. 3 Kentucky volleyball defeated No. 6 Wisconsin 3-0 to open its 2026 season at the AVCA First Serve tournament in Milwaukee on Friday, with Brooklyn DeLeye recording 12 kills and Morgan Gaerte adding 10 in the dominant performance.
No. 3 Kentucky volleyball swept No. 6 Wisconsin 3-0 in the 2026 season opener at the AVCA First Serve in Milwaukee, hitting .385 with balanced offensive contributions across seven players and dominant defensive play.
UK men's basketball coach Mark Pope and his wife Lee Anne are hosting the third annual Hoops and Heels event on Sept. 25 at Historic Memorial Coliseum, with proceeds benefiting the Markey Cancer Foundation.
The Kentucky Wildcats men's soccer team opened their 2026 season with a 2-2 draw against Western Michigan on Wednesday, rallying from a 2-0 deficit behind goals from Tom Keller and Costa Iliadis.
Three University of Kentucky football players—running back CJ Baxter Jr., defensive back Aaron Gates and outside linebacker Sam Greene—have been named to the 2026 Comeback Player of the Year Award watch list, recognizing their resilience in overcoming serious injuries.
Kentucky women's basketball will face NC State in the Ally Tipoff on Nov. 8 in Charlotte as part of its 2026-27 nonconference schedule, featuring a ninth-ranked Wildcats team led by senior All-American Clara Strack.
Seven University of Kentucky football players have been named to the 2027 Senior Bowl Top 300 List, a prestigious ranking of top NFL draft prospects. The game takes place January 30, 2027, in Mobile, Alabama.
Kentucky men's soccer opens its 2026 season tonight against Western Michigan at the Bell Soccer Complex at 7:30 p.m., coming off a 2025 Sun Belt Conference Regular Season Title. The Wildcats return 10 players from last season and welcome 16 newcomers.
Kentucky football seniors Lance Heard and junior Willie Rodriguez have been named to the 2026 Preseason Coaches All-SEC Team, with Heard earning second-team honors and Rodriguez selected to the third team.
Kentucky volleyball's Brooklyn DeLeye returns to full health heading into her senior season after playing through a torn meniscus most of last year, during which the Wildcats reached the NCAA Final Four and won the SEC Tournament.
University of Kentucky women's basketball will host Morehead State on Nov. 2 in its season opener, led by returning All-American Clara Strack and a nationally ranked roster.
Kentucky volleyball libero Molly Tuozzo prepares for her senior season looking to build on her leadership growth since her freshman year and chase a program ace record while helping the Wildcats pursue another championship run.
Kentucky men's soccer announced 13 new additions to its 2026 roster, including eight freshmen and four transfers, led by head coach Johan Cedergren as the program prepares for the fall season following a successful 2025 Sun Belt Conference championship campaign.
UK tight ends are expected to play a central role in the 2026 offense under new head coach Will Stein, with junior Willie Rodriguez positioned as a feature player in the pass-heavy system.
Senior Lizzie Carr and the Kentucky Wildcats are motivated to win a national championship after falling in last year's title game to Texas A&M, with the returning roster studying past mistakes and bringing more competitive energy into practice.
Kentucky football coach Will Stein called his team's first fall scrimmage 'sloppy' but expressed confidence that the Wildcats have three weeks to improve before their September 5 season opener against Youngstown State.
Notre Dame transfer Morgan Gaerte is stepping into a key role for Kentucky volleyball after Eva Hudson's departure, bringing All-ACC credentials and a willingness to move to right side for the Wildcats' pursuit of a 10th consecutive SEC title.
Sofia Ceccarello, a decorated UK rifle standout with nine first-team All-America honors, joins the UK coaching staff as a graduate assistant coach for the 2026-27 season.
Kentucky cross country releases its 2026 fall schedule, opening September 11 at the Tennessee Invitational and concluding with the NCAA Championships in November under new head coach Tito Medrano.
Kentucky volleyball setter Kassie O'Brien, the AVCA National Freshman of the Year, prepares for her sophomore season after leading the Wildcats to last year's NCAA championship match.
Kentucky defensive line coach Anwar Stewart praised his unit's adaptation to the aggressive, fast-paced defensive scheme introduced by new head coach Will Stein and defensive coordinator Jay Bateman during Wednesday's practice.
Three University of Kentucky men's soccer players earned preseason All-Sun Belt Conference honors, led by sophomore midfielder Agustin Lopez and defenders Sinan Solmaz and Max Miller, as the Wildcats prepare for the 2026 season.
Kentucky safety Ty Bryant has been named a nominee for the prestigious William V. Campbell Trophy, which honors college football's top scholar-athlete for academic excellence, leadership and on-field performance.
Kentucky football will host a free Meet the Team Day on August 15 at Kroger Field, giving fans the opportunity to meet players and coaches and collect autographs ahead of the 2026 season.
UK tight end Willie Rodriguez is one of 113 nominees for the 2026 Allstate Wuerffel Trophy, awarded annually to college football players excelling in community service, academics and athletics. His volunteer work supports children with special needs, inspired by caring for his sister with Rett syndrome.
Kentucky men's soccer midfielder Agustin Lopez has been named to the Hermann Trophy Watchlist, college soccer's most prestigious individual award. The Argentine sophomore earned First Team All-Sun Belt honors after scoring four goals last season.
University of Kentucky volleyball is ranked No. 3 in the AVCA preseason poll with four first-place votes as the team prepares for a challenging schedule featuring 11 ranked opponents.
Kentucky's offensive line has impressed early in fall camp under coach Cutter Leftwich, showing physicality and sharp mental execution in pads while maintaining strong team chemistry led by transfer center Coleton Price.
UK volleyball tickets for the 2026 Allstate SEC Volleyball Tournament go on sale August 12, with the competition set for November 20-24 in Savannah, Georgia. The tournament returns to the same city where Kentucky won the SEC championship last year with a dramatic comeback victory over Texas.
Three Kentucky football players — center Coleton Price, defensive back Ty Bryant and defensive lineman Tavion Gadson — earned preseason honors from Pro Football Network, with Price making the second-team All-America squad.
Kentucky men's golfers Gabriel Hull, Jacob Lang and Cole Stockard qualified for the 126th U.S. Amateur, being held Aug. 10-16 at Merion Golf Club and Philadelphia Country Club in Pennsylvania.
Kentucky's men's and women's soccer teams open their 2026-27 season Saturday with a Fan Day doubleheader at the Bell Soccer Complex, hosting Lexington Sporting Club and Northern Kentucky respectively.
Four Kentucky natives—track star Tyson Gay, basketball official Lisa Mattingly, NBA champion Rajon Rondo, and pitcher Brandon Webb—have been inducted into the Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026, to be honored on October 29 at Freedom Hall in Louisville.
Kentucky senior center Coleton Price earned preseason Rimington Trophy watch list honors after transferring from Baylor, joining teammate Lance Heard in receiving national recognition on the heralded 'Big Blue Wall' under new coach Will Stein.
Kentucky volleyball is preparing for another championship run after finishing last season as the NCAA runner-up, with nearly every player returning and four Wildcats on the national player of the year watch list.
Kentucky volleyball announced a program-record 11 nationally televised regular-season matches for the 2026 season, highlighted by the program's first-ever regular-season home match on ABC against Louisville on Sept. 20.
Kentucky men's golf adds Tyler Nickol as assistant coach after his stint at Bowling Green State University, where he helped both men's and women's teams finish third at the Mid-American Conference Championship.
UK senior offensive lineman Lance Heard, a transfer from Tennessee, has been named to the 2026 Outland Trophy preseason watch list recognizing the nation's top interior lineman.
New Kentucky head coach Will Stein held his first media day Monday, emphasizing the importance of details and execution during fall camp as the Wildcats prepare for their September 5 season opener against Youngstown State.
New Kentucky football coach Will Stein opened fall camp Monday emphasizing process and competition as the Wildcats prepare for their season opener. Stein addressed recent comments about his confidence in the program and highlighted key players working back into practice.
The University of Kentucky men's golf team announced its 2026-27 schedule featuring 10 regular season events, with the Cullan Brown Collegiate returning as a home tournament in October honoring a late Wildcat golfer.
UK Athletics is distributing a 2026 Kentucky Football schedule poster beginning Aug. 1 at Kroger stores and select Lexington businesses, featuring the debut season of head coach Will Stein.
Jerone Morton, a Winchester native and George Rogers Clark High School alum, has joined Kentucky basketball after two seasons at Morehead State and one year at Washington State. The 6-foot-4 guard says coming to his childhood dream school is a blessing.
Kentucky volleyball led all Division I programs by placing four players on the 2026 AVCA National Player of the Year Watch List, as the Wildcats pursue a 10th consecutive SEC championship.
Pete Nochta has been promoted to general manager of Kentucky football, replacing Pat Biondo who departed after seven months. The promotion comes as Head Coach Will Stein prepares for his first season.
Kentucky volleyball has been picked by SEC coaches to win the conference title for the 10th consecutive year, with five Wildcats earning preseason All-SEC honors including standout setter Kassie O'Brien and three-time All-SEC selection Brooklyn DeLeye.
Kentucky Volleyball single-match tickets for the 2026 season are now on sale, with high-profile opponents including Texas, Texas A&M, and Louisville coming to Historic Memorial Coliseum.
The University of Kentucky rifle team released its 2026-27 schedule featuring 14 regular-season matches, with six home competitions at the UK Rifle Range. The Wildcats will feature returning national champion Braden Peiser and several other key athletes as they aim to build on a fourth-place finish at the 2026 NCAA Championships.
Kentucky Athletics has promoted Lakia Bailey to Senior Creative Director and hired Austin Christensen as Director of Strategic Communication to strengthen its Brand and Content team.
Kentucky baseball lands top 10 recruiting classes from both the 2026 high school cycle and transfer portal, featuring elite prospects like Grayson Willoughby and 12 experienced college transfers.
Kentucky women's soccer announced its 2026 home promotional schedule with themed events and free admission for all 11 matches at Bell Soccer Complex, starting with an exhibition against defending Gainbridge Super League champion Lexington Sporting Club on August 8.
The SEC announced conference game dates for Kentucky basketball's 2026-27 season, featuring an 18-game league slate. The full non-conference schedule is still being finalized for Mark Pope's third season coaching the Wildcats.
Kentucky volleyball coach Craig Skinner will be inducted into the Delaware County Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday in his hometown of Muncie, Indiana, joining 10 other members in the Class of 2026.
Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope expressed optimism about the 2026-27 Wildcats roster Friday, citing strong progress during six weeks of summer practice and praising the team's depth, versatility, and ball-handling options heading into the new season.
Kentucky football seniors Lance Heard and Willie Rodriguez earned preseason All-SEC honors as the Wildcats prepare for their 2026 season under new head coach Will Stein.
Kentucky basketball transfer Alex Wilkins said he appreciates coach Mark Pope's comparison to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander but is focused on proving himself on the court this season.
New Kentucky football coach Will Stein said Monday at SEC Media Days that his first seven months have focused on building connection and accountability as he begins his inaugural season with 45 newcomers.
Kentucky tight end Willie Rodriguez has been named a nominee for the 2026 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, recognized for his extensive community service work with children and families affected by disabilities, particularly inspired by caring for his sister who has Rett syndrome.
First-year Kentucky football coach Will Stein makes his SEC Media Days debut Monday in Tampa, bringing quarterback Kenny Minchey and three players as the Wildcats begin their rebuilding campaign under new leadership.
The Los Angeles Sparks signed former Kentucky point guard Tonie Morgan, the 2026 WNBA Draft's 32nd overall pick, to a development player contract on Friday.
UK Athletics announced that Kentucky football fans can begin setting up tailgates at Kroger Field on August 8, with all items requiring contact information tags to avoid removal.
UK Athletics has opened season ticket renewals for the 2026-27 men's basketball season, with invoices available online and a July 31 early renewal deadline offering bonus incentives.
Kentucky junior hurdler Emmi Scales earned her first CSC Academic All-America honor, selected to the Third Team after a historic 2026 season that included two SEC gold medals and a 3.817 GPA in criminal justice.
Kentucky men's basketball earned the NABC Team Academic Excellence Award for the 2025-26 season, with guards Walker Horn and Zach Tow recognized on the NABC Honors Court for the second consecutive year.
UK men's golf adds Gabriel Hull, a standout Division II golfer from Emmanuel University, to its 2026-27 roster. Hull earned Conference Carolinas Freshman of the Year honors and won the prestigious Press Thornton Future Masters championship in June.
Kentucky football single-game tickets go on sale to the public July 16, with season ticket holders receiving a presale starting July 14. The 2026 home schedule features seven games including matchups against Alabama, LSU, Vanderbilt and Florida.
Tubby Smith, who led Kentucky to the 1998 NCAA national championship in his first season and coached the Wildcats for 10 years, has been inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026.
Kentucky's baseball program dispersed across the 2026 MLB Draft as two Wildcats pitchers were selected, four signees heard their names called, and top-ranked recruit Grayson Willoughby withdrew to join the Wildcats.
Infielder Ethan Hindle announced he will return to Kentucky for his fourth season after a standout 2026 campaign, joining teammates Hudson Brown and Jayce Tharnish in declining MLB draft opportunities to continue playing for the Wildcats.
Kentucky outfielder Jayce Tharnish announced his return for his senior season after a breakout first year in the SEC, batting .351 with 84 hits and 32 stolen bases.
Kentucky pitcher Jaxon Jelkin was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies with the 135th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 MLB Draft, marking the final selection of Day 1. The Omaha native, who redshirted in 2025, went 8-3 with 106 strikeouts in his only season with the Wildcats.
University of Kentucky shortstop Tyler Bell was selected 10th overall by the Colorado Rockies in the 2026 MLB Draft, becoming the highest-drafted player under coach Nick Mingione and only the second Kentucky player ever picked in the top 10.
UK shortstop Tyler Bell was selected 10th overall by the Colorado Rockies, becoming the highest drafted player in the Nick Mingione era. Pitcher Jaxon Jelkin was selected 135th overall by the Philadelphia Phillies in the fourth round.
UK STUNT head coach Blair Bergmann announced the hiring of Payton McHugh as an assistant coach. McHugh, a two-time national champion from Davenport University, brings significant competitive experience to Kentucky's program, which finished last season as the national runner-up.
J. Batt will begin his tenure as UK Athletics Director and CEO of Champions Blue LLC on July 28, succeeding Mitch Barnhart who retired after 24 years. Batt comes to Lexington from Michigan State, where he secured the largest single gift in college athletics history.
Kentucky football announced four new staff additions to head coach Will Stein's program, including returnee Dillon Sanders as inside linebackers coach and promoted staffer Leah Barnard as assistant director of recruiting.
Ron Mercer, a key member of Kentucky's 1996 national championship team and a former Boston Celtics first-round draft pick, was inducted into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame on Saturday in Nashville as part of the 2026 class.
UK Athletics has introduced updated tailgating guidelines for the 2025 season, requiring setup to begin August 8 and all structures to be tagged with owner contact information. New safety protocols include restrictions on deep ground stakes and prohibitions near tree roots to protect underground utilities.
Former University of Kentucky goalkeeper Marz Josephson has signed a professional contract with defending Gainbridge Super League champion Lexington Sporting Club after starring for the Wildcats across two seasons.
Eleven Kentucky Wildcats are participating in the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas from July 9-19, spread across rosters with four teams competing on opening night.
Kentucky's athletic department placed 27th out of 365 Division I schools in the 2025-26 Directors' Cup standings, extending its streak of top-10-percent finishes to 14 consecutive years with 16 of 23 varsity teams reaching NCAA championships.
Former UK star Rhyne Howard of the Atlanta Dream has been named a reserve for the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game, her fourth All-Star selection in five seasons.
Three University of Kentucky golf alumni—J.B. Holmes, Cooper Musselman and Jansen Preston—will compete in the ISCO Championship at Hurstbourne Country Club in Louisville this week, with Holmes returning as an accomplished PGA Tour veteran and Preston making his professional tour debut.
Kentucky women's basketball coach Kenny Brooks addressed media during early summer workouts, calling his 2026-27 squad a "national championship group" while emphasizing three-point shooting improvements and highlighting key offseason additions including Slovenian guard Ajša Sivka.
Kentucky softball signed two-way player Addyson Frye, a freshman from Providence College who compiled six pitching wins and 59 strikeouts while maintaining a perfect fielding record during the 2026 season.
UK Athletics will take over SEC Network on Wednesday, July 8, with 24 hours of exclusive Wildcat programming featuring classic games and highlights from across the university's athletic programs.
UK gymnast Delaynee Rodriguez earned Second Team honors on the 2025-26 CSC Academic All-America Women's At-Large Team with a perfect 4.0 GPA, capping a standout 2026 season that saw her achieve All-America status for the first time.
The University of Kentucky Athletics Department placed 145 first-year student-athletes on the SEC Academic Honor Roll, continuing the program's streak of maintaining a 3.0 cumulative GPA for 28 straight semesters.
Kentucky women's soccer announced its 2026 schedule, featuring the return of the Louisville rivalry for the first time in eight years and matches against eight teams that participated in the 2025 NCAA Tournament. All home matches at the Bell Soccer Complex will be free to the public.
The University of Kentucky placed 124 student-athletes on the 2026 SEC Spring Academic Honor Roll, with the STUNT team leading all programs with 47 selections. All 23 varsity programs achieved a team GPA of 3.0 or higher.
University of Kentucky Athletics announced a multiyear partnership with Hoot App, Inc., a location-based social platform that connects fans at the same event in real-time. The Big Blue Nation Canopy will debut in Fall 2026, featuring tools for fans to discover gameday energy, share experiences, receive location-based deals and connect with fellow fans.
Six University of Kentucky football players earned All-SEC recognition for the 2026 season, led by offensive lineman Lance Heard on the second team and defensive back Ty Bryant on the third team.
The University of Kentucky Athletics named six individuals to its 2026 Hall of Fame class, including former basketball star Michael Kidd-Gilchrist and women's swimmer Asia Seidt, the 2020 NCAA Woman of the Year.
Washington transfer Zoom Diallo has quickly established himself as Kentucky's starting point guard, impressing coaches and teammates with his leadership and playmaking during early summer practices. The 6-foot-4 sophomore committed to the Wildcats in April after Mark Pope called him immediately when the transfer portal opened.
Kentucky football announced its 2026 home promotional schedule Thursday, revealing themed fan activations for all seven Kroger Field games under first-year coach Will Stein, including a White Out for the opener against Youngstown State and specialty events for matchups against Alabama, LSU, and Louisville.
McKenzie Godfrey, an incoming University of Kentucky women's soccer freshman, has been called up to the U.S. U-18 Youth National Team Training Camp in Georgia, where she will compete for a spot on the roster for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland.
Former Kentucky guard Otega Oweh was selected 41st overall by the Miami Heat in the 2026 NBA Draft and traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder, where he will join two other former Wildcats.
Jayden Quaintance became the highest draft pick under Kentucky coach Mark Pope when the San Antonio Spurs selected him 20th overall on June 23, making him Pope's first first-round selection in his tenure as Wildcats coach.
Kentucky forward Jayden Quaintance was selected 20th overall by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday, becoming the first Wildcat chosen despite playing in only four games this season due to a lingering knee injury.
The University of Kentucky gymnastics team announced its 2027 home schedule, featuring five regular season meets including non-conference opponent Ohio State and SEC rivals LSU, Auburn, Arkansas and Alabama, all held at Historic Memorial Coliseum.
Seven University of Kentucky STUNT athletes earned All-American honors from the College STUNT Coaches Association, with six earning first-team selections as the Wildcats finished as the Division I national runner-up for the fourth consecutive year.
The Kentucky Wildcats men's soccer team released its 2026 fall schedule featuring 18 matches, including a Sun Belt Conference slate and marquee matchups against arch-rival Louisville and other Power Five opponents.
UK sophomore golfer Gavin Clutts was named to the SEC Community Service Team for his work mentoring youth, coaching golf at Lexington Country Club, and volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters and Operation Christmas Child.
University of Kentucky women's golfer Raleygh Simpson has been named to the Southeastern Conference Community Service Team after logging more than 80 hours of volunteer work with local organizations.
Kentucky volleyball has finalized its non-conference schedule with the 2026 Bluegrass Battle at Historic Memorial Coliseum from Aug. 28-30, featuring matchups against Utah State, South Florida, and Eastern Kentucky.
The University of Kentucky women's basketball team received its 2026-27 SEC conference schedule, featuring eight home games and eight away games with Tennessee as the sole home-and-away opponent.
University of Kentucky junior Eli Stephenson earned selection to the 2026 ITF College Accelerator Program after ranking No. 26 in the final ITA Singles Rankings, capping a breakout season that included 14 wins over ranked opponents.
Kentucky alumni Jack Schoenberger and J.B. Holmes both qualified for the 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, with Schoenberger making his major championship debut and Holmes returning after a seven-year absence.
Kentucky announced seven home nonconference basketball games for 2026-27, including a season opener against Manhattan. The roster will feature five returning players and a notable group of six transfers led by Iowa State's elite 3-point shooter Milan Momcilovic.
J Batt, a nationally recognized fundraiser who previously led athletics at Michigan State and Georgia Tech, has been named director of UK Athletics and CEO of Champions Blue LLC, succeeding retiring longtime athletic director Mitch Barnhart.