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La Familia opened the best‑of‑three Alumni Bracket series with a 72‑68 win over The Ville, overcoming a 17‑point third‑quarter lead by The Ville and sealing the game with a decisive dunk by Darryl Morsell. The victory puts La Familia ahead 1‑0 ahead of Game 2, scheduled for Monday night at Freedom Hall in Louisville and broadcast on FS1.
The Ville’s opening win streak was halted by La Familia, who edged a close contest 72‑68. The team now faces a must‑win game on Monday at Freedom Hall.
On his 21st birthday, University of Kentucky football star Trent DiGiuro was shot dead in Lexington. The killer, Shane Ragland, confessed to the crime years later, citing a bruised ego as motive. After serving eight years, Ragland’s life was forever altered by a subsequent accident.
A birthday celebration turned fatal when a University of Kentucky football player was shot on his porch, exposing a petty motive and a case that lingered for years.
South Carolina running back Ahmir Smith, a three‑star recruit, commits to Kentucky after stints at Northern Illinois and Garden City Community College, bringing size and eligibility to the roster.
The Christian County Tigers and Lady Tigers made their debut at the Bluegrass State Games in Lexington, delivering a dominant performance by the Lady Tigers and a hard‑fought tie for the Tigers.
A Kentucky coach’s brush with lightning during a 7‑on‑7 football event has sparked a renewed focus on thunderstorm safety across high school athletics.
With one scholarship still available, Coach Mark Pope confirms he is satisfied with the current roster's depth but remains open to a late addition that could elevate the team's prospects.
Boeheim's Army edged Hall In 81‑76 in Syracuse, with multiple players in double figures, and now faces La Familia in Lexington on Sunday.
New Kentucky head coach Will Stein declares that success will be earned through hard work and belief, not waiting for it to happen, while drawing parallels to Curt Cignetti's 'Google Him' moment.
Kentucky’s new head coach Will Stein projects confidence that is already influencing players like Ty Bryant, as he seeks to close talent gaps through recruiting, social‑media presence, and a championship mindset.
A recent gathering at Gainesway Park brought together parents, children, and members of the Lexington Sporting Club to celebrate soccer and community spirit.
Montrezl Harrell’s 35 points, including a 16‑point second quarter, swing the series dead‑even and set up a decisive third game.
The Ville surged to a 36‑22 halftime lead and never looked back, defeating La Familia 82‑62 in Game 2. With Montrezl Harrell leading the charge, the series now shifts to a pivotal Game 3 in Lexington on July 22.
Jon Sumrall, the first‑year Florida coach, will use the SEC Media Days in Florida to address key questions about quarterback competition, offensive line upgrades, and a new Air Raid scheme as the Gators aim to break a decade‑long title drought.
The 2026 Illinois State American Legion baseball tournament opens in Aviston with Alton Post 126 facing Danville Post 210. Manager Doug Booten praises Danville's pitching, hitting and defense, while Alton looks to build on a 10‑1 win over Orient. The event will also feature a banquet with speakers Gary Gaetti and Frank Colston.
A recent UK Sports Network interview reveals how a week‑long training camp in Las Vegas gave the Wildcats a chance to sharpen skills, connect with recruits and enjoy a unique bonding experience.
Setup day is scheduled for August 8 at 8 a.m. ET, with strict tagging requirements, prohibitions on permanent structures and guidelines to protect stadium utilities and parking.
Louisville’s Ville and Kentucky’s La Familia meet in a winner‑takes‑all third game of The Basketball Tournament, with playoff implications, key player performances and broadcast details.
Despite an early double‑digit advantage, The Ville could not hold off La Familia, with Archie Goodwin's late three‑pointer sealing a 63‑57 loss.
In a tightly contested game, La Familia overcame The Ville 65-57, clinching a best‑of‑three series victory and advancing to the next round of The Basketball Tournament.
Kentucky adds a towering, defensive-minded big man with a strong work ethic and a close bond with fellow center Zoom Diallo.
Jayce Tharnish will return to the Kentucky Wildcats baseball team, bringing back a .351 hitter and defensive standout as the program faces potential MLB draft departures.
After a breakout season that saw a .351 average and 38 RBIs, Jayce Tharnish is set to rejoin the Wildcats, offering a timely lift as the program faces the possible departure of top prospects Tyler Bell and Jaxon Jelkin to the 2026 MLB draft.