Don’t forget Oscar Tshiebwe. He’s still key to Kentucky basketball’s NCAA chances.
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NBA G League Ignite coach is Mark Pope’s second addition to his first UK basketball staff
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Mark Pope lands a transfer. Amari Williams, an elite defensive big man, is coming to UK.
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Caitlin Clark is set to sign a new Nike contract valued at $28 million over 8 years, reports say
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/23/caitlin-clark-nike-contract/
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Secures Groundbreaking Contract with Nike After WNBA Salary Criticism
- Following public criticism of Caitlin Clark's modest WNBA rookie salary, she secured an impressive deal with Nike.
- As the top pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, she landed a long-term agreement with the athletic footwear and apparel brand, including a signature shoe.
- This partnership represents the largest sponsorship deal for a female basketball player.
Man who attacked police after storming US Capitol with Confederate flag gets over 2 years in prison
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Karter Knox, a Kentucky legacy recruit, commits to Arkansas after UK’s coaching change
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-recruiting/article287739480.html
Live updates from Rupp Arena: Kentucky basketball introduces Mark Pope as new head coach
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287673085.html
Quick Glance: Enthusiastic Kentucky Fans Welcome Mark Pope as New Wildcats Coach at Rupp Arena
- Mark Pope's debut game as Kentucky's coach is still over six months away. However, the manner in which fans packed Rupp Arena for his unveiling as UK's new men's basketball coach would surprise those unfamiliar with the sport's calendar, considering the 2024-25 season doesn't commence until November.
- Rupp Arena accommodates 20,500 spectators. The lower section of the venue features 10,000 theater-style seats, all of which were occupied. The upper section, with an additional 10,500 seats, took longer to fill, but by the time Pope was formally introduced at 4:54 p.m. on Sunday, not a single seat was vacant.
- All of this to greet back a beloved figure.
- "We witness these introductory press conferences frequently," Pope remarked. "No individual worldwide has ever witnessed a spectacle like this."
This could be a big week as Mark Pope builds UK’s roster. ‘You’ll need a little patience.’
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287883505.html
What You See in the Dark by Rudy Gobert | The Players’ Tribune: This is the real Rudy Gobert: “I don’t think you’ll understand me unless you understand a bit of ...
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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
UK basketball recruit Travis Perry is sticking with the Wildcats and new coach Mark Pope
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Prince Louis turns 6! See the new photo Princess Catherine shared of her growing son
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Quick Glance: Celebration of Prince Louis' Sixth Birthday by Kensington Palace
- A recent photo of Prince Louis, captured by The Princess of Wales in Windsor, has been posted on Kensington Palace's social media to commemorate his sixth birthday.
- In honor of his sixth birthday, events are being organized for William and Kate's youngest child to partake in.
- The released photo marks the first image of the children since the contentious Mother's Day picture altered by Kate.
- Following the Easter break, Prince Louis resumes classes at Lambrook School in Berkshire alongside his siblings.
Pink moon to rise over Kentucky, then a meteor shower. Here’s when to catch a glimpse
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Kyle Rittenhouse Reacts to Shooting Survivor Speaking at His College Event
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Elite 3-point shooter names Kentucky among finalists. The star transfer has quite a list.
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287908920.html
Lexington TV hosts Lee and Hayley leave WTVQ for new station, largest US broadcaster
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In the unending war between Calipari and Pitino, Ricky P. has won the latest battle
kentucky.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/mark-story/article287796785.html
Caitlin Clark leaves Iowa her way, battling to the end with her head held high: Iowa won’t see the likes of Clark again, but oh, how it has had someone to take ...
thegazette.com/iowa-basketball/caitlin-clark-leaves-iowa-her-way-battling-to-the-end-with-her-head-hung-high/
Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship
- South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.
- Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.
- It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.
- The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.
Letters to the Editor: Did Crafts’ booster power unduly influence Coach Cal’s departure?
kentucky.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/article287603510.html
Iowa Will Retire Caitlin Clark's No. 22 After Historic Collegiate Career: The Iowa women's basketball program announced on Wednesday that it will officially ...
si.com/college/2024/04/10/iowa-retire-caitlin-clark-no-22-jersey
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Honored for Historic Collegiate Career in Iowa
- The Iowa women's basketball program announced the official retirement of jersey No. 22 in recognition of Caitlin Clark, following the conclusion of her college career on Sunday with the Hawkeyes' loss to South Carolina in the NCAA tournament national championship game.
- Moving forward, no Iowa players will wear the iconic No. 22 jersey. Clark now joins Megan Gustafson (No. 10) as one of the three players from the Iowa women's basketball team to have her number retired.
- The decision was revealed by Iowa's Athletics Director, Beth Goetz, on Wednesday night at the Carver-Hawkeye Arena in the presence of Clark and the fans.
- Clark has officially entered the WNBA draft scheduled for Monday, April 15. She is anticipated to be the top pick, selected by the Indiana Fever.
Chicago Sky select LSU women's hoops star Angel Reese with No. 7 pick in WNBA draft
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/chicago-sky-select-lsus-angel-reese-with-no7-pick/article_a0cd9c1e-6e61-57e2-be3d-a2d394f25bc0.html
Zvonimir Ivisic has entered the transfer portal after one season with Kentucky basketball
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287663055.html
A new Kroger, fuel station is coming to southern Jefferson County. What we know: The planned Kroger supermarket and fuel station is planned for the Fern Creek ...
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Two Powerball players just miss $103 million jackpot — but still win big in US
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Mark Pope makes first hire for Kentucky staff. He’s bringing a trusted assistant from BYU.
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287761425.html
Man setting himself ablaze in NYC is a scary reflection of our new extremist politics | Opinion
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Mark Pope had success with the transfer portal at BYU. Will that translate to Kentucky?
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-recruiting/article287629400.html
Caitlin Clark selected by Indiana Fever with No. 1 pick in 2024 WNBA Draft: In elementary school, she wrote down one of her future goals: to make the WNBA ...
theathletic.com/5417306/2024/04/15/caitlin-clark-wnba-draft-indiana-fever-first-pick-basketball/
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark's Eventful WNBA Draft Week
- Caitlin Clark, the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, had a whirlwind week before the WNBA Draft, signaling just the beginning of her promising career.
- From the national championship to "SNL" to the Empire State Building and the draft, Clark is celebrated as one of the most sought-after and scrutinized rookies in the WNBA.
- After a series of events within eight days, including appearances on "Saturday Night Live", meetings, and honors, Clark looks forward to starting her professional career with the Indiana Fever.
- With a 190 percent increase in ticket prices and a massive fan response upon her arrival at the Fever, Clark and the team have high hopes for a successful season and a return to the playoffs.
New Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope has already lined up a transfer portal visitor
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-recruiting/article287672535.html
New UK coach Mark Pope walking into his first Kentucky-Louisville recruiting battle
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-recruiting/article287657180.html
As the Kentucky Derby turns 150, Black heritage in racing is in the Louisville spotlight
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/17/kentucky-derby-150-black-history/
Popular restaurant chain filing for bankruptcy, closing all locations: The market and kitchen locations achieved considerable growth over the past several years.
kentucky.com/news/business/article287945855.html
The inevitability of Scottie Scheffler. He wins by 3 in Monday finish at RBC Heritage
kentucky.com/sports/golf/article287896165.html
Caitlin Clark Crashes SNL to Shame Michael Che for Hating on Women’s Sports: The “Weekend Update” co-anchor got brutally roasted to his face by the NCAA ...
thedailybeast.com/caitlin-clark-crashes-snl-to-shame-michael-che-for-hating-on-womens-sports
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Impresses on Saturday Night Live
- Caitlin Clark appears on 'Saturday Night Live,' thanking WNBA icons who paved the way
- Clark joined Michael Che to discuss the WNBA Draft, where the top pick was in New York City.
- She expressed gratitude to past players for their WNBA contributions and gifted Che a signed apron.
- Clark concluded by honoring predecessors who paved the way in the WNBA and presented Che with a signed apron as a token of appreciation.
One of the best defensive players in college basketball is taking a recruiting visit to UK
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-recruiting/article287772155.html
Another John Calipari player is leaving Kentucky. This one plans to stay in the NBA draft.
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287714670.html
Why EPA Efforts to Clean Up Kentucky Town Haven’t Worked: Despite years of air monitoring, inspections and millions in penalties for petrochemical plants ...
propublica.org/article/calvert-city-kentucky-epa-pollution-westlake-sacrifice-zones
Reed Sheppard will enter the NBA draft. His Kentucky career is over.: Kentucky basketball star Reed Sheppard will enter the 2024 NBA draft and does not plan to ...
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287302460.html
Severe Storms Threaten Illinois to Tennessee: Weather Watch : Hail, strong winds and possibly a tornado are on Bloomberg Green’s radar today.
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/severe-storms-threaten-illinois-to-tennessee-weather-watch
South Carolina’s win over Iowa draws record 18.7 million viewers, most watched basketball game since 2019
theathletic.com/5400210/2024/04/08/south-carolina-iowa-caitlin-clark-viewership-record/
‘Loving’ pregnant dog dumped from U-Haul in New York — then community steps up
kentucky.com/news/nation-world/national/article287819865.html
Kentucky wins 30-run, 33-hit, four-hour baseball marathon at Louisville
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-baseball/article287757030.html
Le plus grand vitrail du monde dévoilé en Pologne: Avec ses 426 mètres carrés, le vitrail est légèrement plus grand qu'un terrain de basket.
notesfrompoland.com/2024/04/23/worlds-largest-stained-glass-window-unveiled-in-poland/
Quick Glance: World's Largest Stained Glass Window Unveiled in Poland
- The world's largest stained-glass window has been installed in a church in Kraków.
- Measuring 426 square meters, it depicts biblical scenes and was designed by Wincenty Kućma.
- Taking almost two years to complete, the artwork shows Jesus surrounded by disciples and saints.
- Kraków is home to other famous stained glass pieces, including 'God the Father - Arise' by Stanisław Wyspiański.
How to attend, watch the introduction of Mark Pope as the Kentucky men’s basketball coach
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287631295.html
Cal the Hogs: Former Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari is introduced at Arkansas
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287550140.html
Kentucky is moving quickly to make Baylor’s Scott Drew the Wildcats’ next basketball coach
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287535585.html
'The Impossible Dream': Small budget, cancer couldn't keep Demeritte from Kentucky Derby
courier-journal.com/story/sports/horses/kentucky-derby/2024/04/22/west-saratoga-trainer-larry-demeritte-kentucky-derby-field-gray-horse/73333515007/
'I tried telling them to stop': Video shows people yank bear cubs from tree for selfie
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/19/black-bear-cubs-pulled-from-tree-north-carolina-video/73381162007/
I-75 crash kills one driver, causes major Kentucky traffic backup for hours: Driver dead after fatal crash, wrecks closed, blocked off interstate southbound ...
kentucky.com/news/local/counties/scott-county/article287930405.html
Chiney Ogwumike: The New Generation Of Women's Basketball Has The Spotlight Like Never Before
womenshealthmag.com/fitness/a60403602/chiney-ogwumike-womens-final-four/
Sturgeon travels record-setting distance down Mississippi, officials say. ‘What a trek!’
kentucky.com/news/nation-world/national/article287950185.html
With John Calipari on the way out, a top candidate for the Kentucky job makes a statement
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287503915.html
Quick Glance: Arkansas Saves Kentucky and John Calipari
- John Calipari and Kentucky were on the brink of giving it one more shot. Arkansas saved them from themselves - and that's good for everyone.
- The relationship between the 65-year-old Hall of Fame coach and the elite program was not just dull but also burdensome. When athletic director Mitch Barnhart and Calipari sat for a local television interview last month to assure fans that they were on the same page and committed to getting the Wildcats back on top, it seemed more like a hostage video.
- Arkansas and its billionaire supporters unexpectedly intervened to recruit the coach nobody else pursued and offer him a compensation beyond what others could provide. Everyone benefits. Perhaps not the Razorbacks - time will tell - but certainly Calipari and Kentucky. He was in desperate need of a fresh start, as were the Wildcats. After failing to reach the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth consecutive year, the individual who led Kentucky to seven Elite Eights, four Final Fours, and a national title in his initial decade came to a realization.
- This is not intended to diminish Calipari's past achievements at Kentucky. He revitalized the Cats, contributed to their national title, and kept UK in contention for a championship nearly every year during his remarkable first ten years. He served as a positive influence in the state, demonstrating his philanthropy in times of crisis. This is about recognizing that since 2020, Calipari was tarnishing this legacy. It's about acknowledging that both sides knew the journey had come to an end and it was time to step away. Just when it seemed that Calipari and Kentucky were considering another attempt, Arkansas intervened and rescued them from themselves.
Keith Asmussen set to make Kentucky Derby debut with longtime trainer D. Wayne Lukas
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Swarms of screaming insects to invade the Midwest, South soon — including parts of KY
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U.S. Basketball Writers Association will name women's coaching award after UConn's Geno Auriemma
apnews.com/article/auriemma-award-coach-uconn-5d3d55b5a30074864a4dedde42b34905
Quick Glance: U.S. Basketball Writers Association Honors UConn's Geno Auriemma with Coaching Award Recognition
- The U.S. Basketball Writers Association revealed the decision to name their annual women's national coach of the year award after Geno Auriemma from UConn.
- Having just concluded his 39th season at the school, the 70-year-old coach led the Huskies to their 23rd Final Four.
- Successfully guiding UConn to 11 national championships and six flawless seasons, he has been a standout recipient of the USBA award.
- Auriemma's impressive record of 1,213-162 places him second on the all-time Division I wins list, trailing only three games behind Stanford's Tara VanDerveer.
Kentucky baseball commit returns from injury as a force for Frederick Douglass: Frederick Douglass High School senior pitcher Leighton Harris lost a season due ...
kentucky.com/sports/high-school/article287707540.html
Women's NCAA title game outdraws the men's championship with an average of 18.9 million viewers
apnews.com/article/march-madness-ratings-iowa-clark-b592435cc286c75a7ac9278c97326ad8
Quick Glance: Women's NCAA Title Game Shines with Record Viewership
- South Carolina’s victory of 87-75 over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in the women’s NCAA championship game marks a historic moment. For the first time, the women's game surpassed the men's title game, achieving the second-highest viewership for a non-Olympic women's sporting event on U.S. television.
- The viewership for the Sunday afternoon game, which awarded the Gamecocks their fourth national title and denied Clark's Hawkeyes their first, peaked at 24.1 million during the final 15 minutes. Nielsen's figures include an estimate of individuals watching outside their homes, a metric not previously accounted for before 2020.
- The audience for the national title game increased by 90% compared to the previous year when Clark and Iowa faced off against LSU. Moreover, this was the inaugural occurrence since 1995 of the championship being broadcast on network television.
- During the Final Four, Clark emphasized the positive impact of audience growth on all women's sports, not solely basketball. Fox broadcasted 14 women's games this season, including three in prime time, NBC featured two, and CBS televised the Big Ten tournament championship. ABC presented five regular-season games and nine during the NCAA Tournament.
2024 Kentucky Derby: Latest odds, schedule, and how to watch at Churchill Downs: This year marks the 150th Kentucky Derby. Here's the latest schedule, odds ...
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Kentucky’s starting point guard is in the transfer portal. All options are on the table.
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287689150.html
Your mom would know: HGTV star Chip Gaines to send home decor to Kentucky mother
kentucky.com/entertainment/celebrities/article287583620.html
She thinks rioting in DC on Jan. 6 was ‘funny.’ That lack of remorse might cost her | Opinion
kentucky.com/opinion/article287749925.html
LEONARD GREENE: Caitlin Clark’s paltry $76K salary shows WNBA players deserve more money
nydailynews.com/2024/04/21/leonard-greene-caitlin-clarks-paltry-76k-salary-shows-wnba-players-deserve-more-money/
Caitlin Clark Poised to Land Eight-Figure Deal, Signature Shoe With Nike, per Report
si.com/wnba/2024/04/17/caitlin-clark-nike-shoe-deal-report
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Events invite people to Drop Everything and Read rare Black literature at Lexington park
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Yes, Forbes just ranked a Kentucky city among top 10 in the US for the worst drivers
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John Calipari, Kenny Payne will reunite on Arkansas basketball staff: John Calipari and Kenny Payne are teaming up again. After leaving the Bluegrass State on ...
courier-journal.com/story/sports/2024/04/18/john-calipari-kenny-payne-arkansas-basketball-coaching-staff-louisville-kentucky/73270270007/
Marine dies training near Camp Lejeune in NC just days after his promotion, corps says
kentucky.com/news/nation-world/national/article287893870.html
Wait, Caitlin Clark Is Only Getting Paid $76,000?: College basketball’s leading scorer became the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft on Monday night ...
wsj.com/sports/basketball/caitlin-clark-salary-wnba-indiana-fever-9881ecdd
Dave Ramsey explains how your mortgage is key to early retirement
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Pedestrian killed near historic site after being struck by train, Lexington police say
kentucky.com/news/local/counties/fayette-county/article287887720.html
Senate Republican leader backs legislation to force Chinese divestment of TikTok: U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell on Monday called for legislation ...
reuters.com/world/us/senate-republican-leader-backs-legislation-force-chinese-divestment-tiktok-2024-04-08/
Zedan Racing files appeal of ruling keeping Bob Baffert-trained Muth out of Kentucky Derby
courier-journal.com/story/sports/horses/kentucky-derby/2024/04/19/bob-baffert-muth-kentucky-derby-field-2024-zedan-churchill-downs/73388842007/
Caitlin Clark Had Such a Classy Gesture for Iowa Teammates At End of 'SNL' Appearance
si.com/college/2024/04/14/caitlin-clark-iowa-teammates-snl
UK’s second-leading scorer last season won’t be part of Wildcats’ future with Kenny Brooks
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-women/article286838220.html
No matter the decision, Kentucky basketball fans need to give Reed Sheppard a break
kentucky.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/john-clay/article287757090.html
How is Kentucky football recruiting going? The NFL draft starting Thursday will tell us.
kentucky.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/john-clay/article287968270.html
John Calipari leaves Kentucky after 15 years, saying the men’s basketball program ‘needs to hear another voice’
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/09/john-calipari-leaves-kentucky/
Another former Virginia Tech assistant joins Kenny Brooks’ UK basketball staff
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-women/article287569725.html
Hawkeye women’s basketball celebration planned for Wednesday at Carver: 6 p.m. event will honor 2024 historic NCAA finals run
thegazette.com/iowa-hawkeyes/hawkeye-womens-basketball-celebration-planned-for-wednesday-at-carver/
Kentucky’s Eniya Russell announces transfer decision. She’s staying in the SEC.
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-women/article287706165.html
The Big Number: $76,535: A look at why Caitlin Clark, the star women's basketball player, will be paid so little as a player for the Indiana Fever.
nytimes.com/interactive/2024/04/19/business/caitlin-clark-salary.html
Transylvania women’s basketball hires from within to replace Juli Fulks as head coach
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