KU closing the gap on K-State is notable enough. But how and why? That’s what matters
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How Kansas State came from behind to win its most satisfying game over KU in years
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UK basketball recruit Travis Perry is sticking with the Wildcats and new coach Mark Pope
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Quick Glance: Travis Perry Commits to Kentucky Wildcats Under Coach Mark Pope
- Travis Perry confirms his decision to play at Kentucky Wildcats despite coaching changes.
- Perry, a 6-foot-2 in-state guard, is likely to be the only member of the 2024 recruiting class to stay.
- Perry, a four-star recruit, is expected to thrive in Pope's five-out offense.
- Perry becomes the third confirmed player in Pope's first roster for the 2024-2025 season.
NBA G League Ignite coach is Mark Pope’s second addition to his first UK basketball staff
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Mark Pope’s debut was something else. ‘It felt like the best days of Kentucky basketball.’
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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."
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Taylor Swift shares video glimpse of life with Travis Kelce. And she’s wearing KU gear
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Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'
- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
- HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.
Jeff Sheppard ‘pumped up’ for the Mark Pope era to begin. ‘This is going to be awesome.’
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Mark Pope to meet with former Kentucky recruit Jayden Quaintance. Could he stick with UK?
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In 2024-25, Kentucky basketball fans will see things they haven’t witnessed before
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Home run robbery, HBPs and 9th inning eruption: KC Royals have new win streak brewing
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UK basketball recruit Travis Perry is sticking with the Wildcats and new coach Mark Pope
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These transfers are visiting Kentucky as part of a big recruiting weekend for Mark Pope
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UK basketball transfer Amari Williams ‘a man among boys on the court,’ Mark Pope says
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The Kansas City Royals have won 9 straight home games. This was the key to the latest
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Shortsighted Kansas City turned down Denver-style prosperity by rejecting new stadium | Opinion
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McDonald’s All-American Boogie Fland, a former UK basketball signee, commits to new school
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High-scoring college forward will visit Kentucky basketball and Mark Pope next week
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Mark Pope’s Kentucky basketball roster rebuild will require plenty of portal patience
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24 to watch in 2024: What will Kentucky basketball sensation Reed Sheppard do next?
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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 ...
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Mark Pope is building his staff at Kentucky. And the Cats got some good financial fortune.
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BYU’s best basketball recruit in nearly a decade now Mark Pope’s 1st commitment at Kentucky
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Ellen Calipari posts goodbye video, supportive of Kentucky departure: Ellen Calipari said she’s supportive of John Calipari as new coach of Arkansas and thanked ...
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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.
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Kansas City Royals start new winning streak with another close victory vs. Jays
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The coach who gave Mark Pope his first basketball job makes sense of what’s happening now
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Royals beat Blue Jays in shortened game after umpires stopped tarp from being used
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Kentucky basketball's Jordan Burks reportedly plans to transfer: Kentucky basketball freshman Jordan Burks reportedly has entered the transfer portal after one ...
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Chicago White Sox made history with their 8th shutout in 22 games. Here’s a closer look at each missed scoring opportunity.
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Does Mark Pope still have time to build a contender for next season? ‘He’s turning heads.’
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Another Kentucky men’s basketball signee decommits from the Cats’ 2024 recruiting class
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What is Reed Sheppard’s future with Kentucky basketball? New UK coach Mark Pope weighs in.
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Kansas City Royals open home series vs. Toronto Blue Jays with 3rd straight loss: Brady Singer made his fifth start as the Kansas City Royals faced the Toronto ...
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Billy Donovan might be interested in the Kentucky basketball job. But there’s a problem.
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The Royals needed a spark to snap losing skid. Bobby Witt Jr. came through (again)
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Kentucky basketball coaching search ends with Mitch Barnhart having questions to answer
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Why is KC taking over Royals stadium talks? Emails show what went wrong in Jackson County
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Future KU Jayhawks center Flory Bidunga named Mr. Basketball in state of Indiana: Flory Bidunga, who has signed a letter of intent with KU, on Tuesday was named ...
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Mark Pope’s first Kentucky recruit hasn’t played basketball in two years. Does it matter?
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George Brett shares thoughts on Royals’ future in KC after stadium tax failure: Baseball Hall of Famer George Brett also shared his reasons for why the Royals ...
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Three reasons to have hope in new UK basketball coach Mark Pope — and two areas for worry
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Letters to the Editor: Did Crafts’ booster power unduly influence Coach Cal’s departure?
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What’s Mark Pope looking for as he builds his first Kentucky roster? He tells us the plan.
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Royals Announcers Had Priceless Reactions to Ump’s Terrible Call on First Pitch of Game
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Kansas governor vetoes ban on gender-affirming care for minors and 2 anti-abortion bills
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Quick Glance: Kansas Governor Kelly Blocks Gender Confirmation for Minors
- Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, a Democrat, vetoed a bill on gender confirmation for minors, leading to conflict with Republican state lawmakers.
- The package of measures now goes back to the state Legislature, where the GOP majority is likely to have enough votes to override the governor's veto. Lawmakers are expected to return for a veto session on April 29.
- The proposed measure would ban gender-affirming care for trans and non-binary youth in Kansas, including puberty blockers and surgeries, although surgical procedures on children are rarely performed.
- The law would also allow lawsuits against doctors who would lose their licenses if they provide gender-affirming treatments to minors, and state funds like Medicaid would not be used for such treatments.
Zvonimir Ivisic has entered the transfer portal after one season with Kentucky basketball
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Blue Jays prospect Addison Barger to debut; centre fielder Kevin Kiermaier to the IL
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Salvador Perez returns from injury ... and blasts game-winning home run for KC Royals
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Whitey Herzog, innovative manager, Cardinals champion and creator of 'Whiteyball,' dies at 92
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Quick Glance: Whitey Herzog, Legendary St. Louis Cardinals Manager, Passes at 92
- Hall of Fame manager Whitey Herzog, known for leading the St. Louis Cardinals to three pennants and a World Series title in the 1980s, has died at the age of 92.
- Herzog was famous for his 'Whiteyball' strategy, emphasizing speed, defense, and line-drive hitters.
- Under Herzog's guidance, the Cardinals secured three pennants and a World Series victory, highlighting his stern yet good-natured style and focus on speed and defense.
- Herzog was a successful manager and player, with a long career in baseball, earning the respect of many players and colleagues.
In one month, Kenny Brooks has already changed UK women’s basketball in two big ways
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What will new Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope’s offense look like? Bombs away!
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Baylor’s Scott Drew will not be the next Kentucky basketball coach. UK’s search continues.
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Billy Richmond was the last 2024 UK basketball recruit to decommit. He has new college plans.
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‘Cringe.’ Travis Kelce chugs a beer while getting diploma. It’s not going down smoothly
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New Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope has already lined up a transfer portal visitor
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Mark Pope’s vision for Kentucky basketball? ‘We’re searching for the magic of this game.’
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Chicago White Sox get strong pitching from Jonathan Cannon and Erick Fedde in doubleheader split with Kansas City Royals
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Cal the Hogs: Former Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari is introduced at Arkansas
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Former Kentucky basketball player Joey Hart announces new school via NCAA transfer portal
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Rex Chapman on an amazing day for Kentucky basketball
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6-foot-7 international prospect will follow Kenny Brooks to play for Kentucky basketball
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Could the woeful White Sox lose more than the ’62 Mets? They’re off to a great start!
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2023 NCAA Tournament Hero Lamont Butler Transferring to Kentucky, per Report: The fifth-year guard will live forever in San Diego State lore.
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Dan Hurley comments on Kentucky basketball job after leading UConn to back-to-back titles
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Quick Glance: Dan Hurley Confronts Purdue's Zach Edey Over Hard Screen on UConn
- During Monday's national championship game, Dan Hurley expressed discontent with Zach Edey, making his feelings known to the Purdue center.
- Hurley was observed engaging with the Boilermakers star after Edey knocked down UConn's Stephon Castle with a hard screen.
- Edey seemed to push Castle during the screen, frustrating Hurley as Purdue's key player avoided a potentially costly foul.
- Edey did not accumulate a foul in the first half, contributing 16 of the Boilermakers' 30 points, along with five rebounds and two blocks.
Who is Joe Craft and why are UK basketball fans frantically tracking his private jet?
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KC Royals’ perfect homestand vs. Astros aided by huge days from Witt, Pasquantino
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How impressive was Kyle Isbel’s catch in a Royals rainstorm? Diving into the numbers
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These are the top transfer portal targets for new Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope
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What’s fueling this Kansas City Royals turnaround? And can they really keep it up?
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Being Kentucky basketball coach is not for everyone, but it’s still a great job
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Vinnie Pasquantino records career-high 5 RBIs as Royals extend winning streak to six games
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The KC Royals will hold a multiday celebration of 2014 ALCS team next month
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Rick Pitino says Mark Pope will ‘win in a big way’ as Kentucky’s basketball coach
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Kentucky’s most electric player is headed to the NBA draft. He’s projected in the top 10.
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KC Royals recall pitcher Will Klein, give update on Alec Marsh, who was put on IL
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