John Calipari Women's Clinic returns to Rupp Arena on Oct. 22

The John Calipari Women’s Clinic is set to return to Rupp Arena.

An annual fan favorite, the season tip-off event will take place on October 22 from 5-8 p.m. ET, with registration now open for interested participants. The cost will be $75 with the first 250 attendees receiving two free Big Blue Madness tickets.

What can fans expect from the event? It’s designed for women of all levels of basketball knowledge and experience, an opportunity to meet the new Wildcats and get an exclusive inside look at the Kentucky men’s basketball program.

So here’s what your $75 will get you:

• Two Big Blue Madness tickets for the first 250 participants
• A small group picture with the entire Kentucky basketball team
• An opportunity to take a photo with John Calipari and Ellen Calipari

And that’s just what you take home. Basketballs will also be for sale during registration, while team photos will be free for digital or print use after the clinic via download.

As for the experience itself, participants will enjoy a self-guided tour of Rupp Arena, including the men’s basketball locker room. Staff members will be stationed throughout the facility for directions and questions. Food will also be available during the clinic.

From there, light calisthenics with strength and conditioning coach Brady Welsh, an introduction of the 2023-24 Kentucky men’s basketball team, a panel with the assistant coaching staff — including new assistants Chuck Martin and John Welch — and a Q&A session with Coach Cal, among other activities.

Registration will be from 4-5 p.m. ET, participants asked to enter through the main gates of Rupp Arena off High Street for check-in. Parking will be available in the High Street lot through Gate 1. Attendees must park in a legal parking spot.

Those participating are encouraged to wear comfortable attire and athletic shoes, activities and presentations done at their own risk. The clinic is open to women only, prospect-age females (grades 7-12, junior college or prep school) not permitted to register for or attend the clinic due to NCAA rules.

A confirmation email will be sent with additional details and an event itinerary.

(UK Athletics)