For the first time in the history of the rivalry, Kentucky and Louisville will be bringing new head coaches to the table. Mark Pope is now leading

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Five reasons why Kentucky will beat Louisville (again)

We should've known we were doomed when our first gas station stop had poop stains on the walls with an empty Mega Lollies box on the cracked sink --

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Littlejohn Coliseum needed more Lil Jon and other notes from KSR's terrible trip to Clemson

The competition wasn't the best, but the product sure was. Kentucky rolled to a 49-point victory over Jackson State inside Rupp Arena to move to 5-0

Kentucky's starting lineup vs. Jackson State - Dr. Michael Huang, Kentucky Sports Radio

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KSR's ten favorite things from Kentucky's blowout win over Jackson State

There was never a doubt, Kentucky steamrolling Lipscomb from start to finish inside Rupp Arena to move to 4-0 on the year and 1-0 in the BBN

Kentucky students hold signs in the eRupption Zone - Dr. Michael Huang, Kentucky Sports Radio

10 things we learned from Kentucky's blowout win over Lipscomb

If you've heard it once, you've heard it a thousand times. Mark Pope hadn't done anything of substance since landing the Kentucky job, at least in

Mark Pope coaches against Duke in the Champions Classic

No chance for told-you-sos with Mark Pope's first statement win

We're enjoying the start to the Mark Pope era, Kentucky rolling to yet another big-time win to open the season, this time over Bucknell with a final

Kentucky's Koby Brea, Ansley Almonor, Collin Chandler, and Kerr Kriisa celebrate a big play by Amari Williams - Dr. Michael Huang, Kentucky Sports Radio

10 things we learned from Kentucky's win over Bucknell

Two has become three, Kentucky earning a commitment from Acaden Lewis on Saturday. The four-star guard ranked No. 30 overall in 2025 chose the

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What Acaden Lewis' commitment means for Kentucky

Four-star point guard Acaden Lewis, a top-30 prospect out of Washington, DC in the class of 2025, has committed to Mark Pope and the Kentucky

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Acaden Lewis commits to Kentucky: "The Pope is coming to play for (Mark) Pope."

After a whirlwind week, Lee Anne Pope finally found a moment to be still. She was sitting in her husband's new office at the University of Kentucky,

Lee Anne Pope stands by husband Mark Pope as he embarks on his first season at Kentucky, a full-circle moment for them both - Photos and illustration by Kentucky Sports Radio

"Our Dream": How Lee Anne Pope helped chart the course for Mark Pope's return to Kentucky

Talking season is quickly starting to wrap up ahead of the 2024-25 college basketball season, coaches trading out microphones for whistles with

Photo of Mark Pope at Kentucky Basketball's Club Blue NIL event by Dr. Michael Huang | Kentucky Sports Radio

KSR's seven things to watch for at SEC Media Day

Anyone else feel like they woke up this morning after the wildest fever dream of all time? Sitting in a pool of sweat, just dazed and confused

Mark Pope embraces Rick Pitino at his first Big Blue Madness as Kentucky's coach - Dr. Michael Huang, Kentucky Sports Radio

Mark Pope's program-first messaging put on full display at Big Blue Madness

The Kentucky men's basketball schedule had been finalized to the extent of opponents and dates with a couple of tip times and TV designations

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Kentucky Basketball Pro Day inside Historic Memorial Coliseum 

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Five takeaways from Kentucky basketball's schedule release

A new era of Kentucky basketball begins tonight, 30 NBA teams pouring into Historic Memorial Coliseum for UK Pro Day -- also known as Mark Pope’s

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4-Point Play: Potential standouts at UK Pro Day

Can Mark Pope land five-stars at Kentucky? He hadn't leading up to his time as the head coach in Lexington. Can he find postseason success with the

Mark Pope at his introductory press conference - Aaron Perkins, Kentucky Sports Radio

Mark Pope shares three key reasons for early recruiting success at Kentucky

The first time Mark Pope reached out to Jasper Johnson, the five-star guard actually declined the FaceTime call. It came from an unknown number, so

Jasper Johnson talks to KSR after announcing his commitment to Kentucky - Dylan Ballard

Jasper Johnson reveals the moment he knew he wanted to play for Mark Pope at Kentucky

Paul Miller Ford and Morgan & Morgan banners sat behind Jasper Johnson as he yanked a Kentucky jersey out of a Donatos Pizza box at Woodford

Jasper Johnson announces his commitment to Kentucky - Dylan Ballard

Kentucky did not lead in NIL for Jasper Johnson: "It was definitely not the deciding factor for us"

And then there were two, Jasper Johnson joining Malachi Moreno to give Mark Pope a pair of in-state standouts to open his 2025 recruiting class. The

Jasper Johnson takes official visit to Kentucky with family

What Jasper Johnson's commitment means for Kentucky

Lexington's own Jasper Johnson will be staying home, committing to the Kentucky Wildcats in a public ceremony at his old stomping grounds, Woodford

5-star guard Jasper Johnson takes official visit to the University of Kentucky

5-star guard Jasper Johnson commits to Kentucky

Tubby Smith can remember sitting there with his wife, Donna, at Bridgestone Arena this past March for the SEC Tournament. The three-time SEC Coach of

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Tubby Smith offers Mark Pope words of wisdom on replacing John Calipari: "Stay the course"

We all had that moment last year watching Reed Sheppard in his debut season with the Kentucky Wildcats. Maybe it was in Toronto in July when he

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Jeff Sheppard details son's unexpected ride as a one-and-done at Kentucky

ESPN analyst and College GameDay co-host Seth Greenberg has been one of John Calipari's closest friends for nearly five decades. Not that Coach Cal

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ESPN's Seth Greenberg calls Mark Pope 'perfect fit' for Kentucky

It feels like the Wildcats just started the move-in process yesterday, all 12 newcomers arriving with their suitcases, golf clubs and PS5s ahead of

Mark Pope speaks at Kentucky Basketball's Club Blue NIL event - Dr. Michael Huang, Kentucky Sports Radio

4-Point Play: What we learned about Kentucky during summer practice

We all know what Monday means, the rivalry between Kentucky and Louisville returning to Freedom Hall when La Familia takes on The Ville in The

Dec 27, 2014; Louisville, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Tyler Ulis (3) dribbles against Louisville Cardinals guard Chris Jones (3) during the first half at KFC Yum! Center. Kentucky defeated Louisville 58-50.  Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-USA TODAY Sports

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4-Point Play: La Familia's best rivalry moments vs. The Ville

For some, Lexington is home, Nate Sestina sticking around with his fiancée, former Kentucky volleyball superstar Madison Lilley, when he's not

NCAA Basketball: NCAA Tournament-2nd Round-Kentucky vs Kansas State

Mar 21, 2014; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kansas State Wildcats forward Thomas Gipson (42) is trapped by Kentucky Wildcats forward Willie Cauley-Stein (15) and James Young (1) in the first half during the 2nd round of the 2014 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship at Scottrade Center. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

Former Cats return to Lexington with La Familia: "It feels good to be home"

Hell has frozen over. Rick Pitino is an ally of KSR and UK Athletics, specifically the Kentucky men's basketball program. All we needed was Pardon My

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