
NCAA’s 5-for-5 Rule Strips Kentucky’s Antonio O’Berry of 2026 Eligibility
The NCAA’s strict five‑season limit left Kentucky’s Antonio O’Berry ineligible for the 2026 campaign despite the Wildcats’ offseason push to reinstate him.
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The NCAA’s strict five‑season limit left Kentucky’s Antonio O’Berry ineligible for the 2026 campaign despite the Wildcats’ offseason push to reinstate him.

LeRoy Panthers, led by veteran coach BJ Zeleznik and returning quarterback Brett Helfrich, aim to turn a near‑playoff season into a conference title run in 2026.

The Paul Laurence Dunbar Bulldogs, entering their ninth year under head coach Wes Johnson, are betting on a ground‑heavy scheme that produced over 1,300 rushing yards last season. With most starters returning, the team hopes to translate that success into victories beginning with a showdown at Somerset High School on August 22.

The Southeastern Conference announced three Wildcats — Michelle Moskau, Nadia Ramadan, and Lexi Tylenda — on its 2026 Preseason Watchlist, highlighting returning star Lexi Tylenda and newcomers Michelle Moskau and Nadia Ramadan as key players for the upcoming season.

Former Atlanta United academy players are making significant moves into NCAA Division I soccer, navigating conference realignments, professional contracts, and emerging as key prospects for the 2026 season.

Dale Hamlin, a revered coach and volunteer with South Lexington Youth Baseball, passed away on August 1. His legacy lives on through the league’s motto and the upcoming Cal Ripken World Series participation of his teams.

A Lexington family is demanding accountability after their son was violently attacked during a youth soccer match, a case that has drawn national attention.

Kentucky’s basketball program is reportedly courting Mark Mitchell, a 6‑foot‑9 forward whose recent performances and eligibility make him a prime target for filling the Wildcats’ power‑forward vacancy.
Vanderbilt's first double‑digit win season propels the program into 2026, with departing Heisman finalist Diego Pavia, coach Clark Lea, and a revamped roster poised for a challenging slate of SEC matchups.

During a media day in Lexington, Kentucky, head coach Will Stein outlined the team's focus on mastering basics, discussed an emerging quarterback battle, and hinted at potential roster additions following a recent eligibility ruling, setting the stage for the Wildcats' September 3 matchup against Youngstown State.
One day after Pat Biondo stepped down, the Wildcats appointed assistant GM Pete Nochta, a longtime insider, as their new general manager. Coach Will Stein highlighted the move’s swiftness and the candidate’s deep ties to the program.
Coach Will Stein explains the Wildcats’ strategy for bolstering the squad through high school, portal and junior‑college recruiting while navigating a Colorado court injunction that could restore eligibility to 2022 athletes.
A look at the SEC’s most intimidating college football venues, from LSU’s Tiger Stadium to Texas A&M’s Kyle Field, and the fan cultures that define them.

The Kentucky alumni squad La Familia will contest the championship of The Basketball Tournament against Davis Steel on Sunday at 2 p.m. ET, a game that offers a $2 million prize and showcases a dominant defensive performance.
Kentucky's alumni team La Familia has reached the TBT championship after a 78‑65 win over JHX Hoops, setting up a showdown with Davis Steel on August 2 at Memorial Coliseum.

Youngstown State’s upcoming matchup against Kentucky kicks off ticket sales this week, with a staggered rollout for priority groups and a digital‑only purchasing model.

La Familia, the Kentucky alumni team, defeated Kansas 78‑65 to reach the championship game of The Basketball Tournament. Key performances from Archie Goodwin, Chris Coffey and Willie Cauley‑Stein powered the win, and a $2 million prize awaits the victor in Las Vegas.

Recent data reveal a persistent threat of exertional heat stroke among young players, prompting updated safety protocols and targeted strategies for high‑risk positions.

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope is considering adding an international coach to his staff, navigating new NCAA regulations that affect foreign athletes and drawing interest from programs like LSU and Illinois.

With a $2 million prize on the horizon, Kentucky’s alumni team La Familia is set to face Kansas’s JHX Hoops in a high‑stakes semi‑final, streamed live on FS1 and accompanied by a fan‑driven white‑out.

Despite solid height and length, the Wildcats rank only solid in rebounding within the SEC, and coach Mark Pope says every player must step up to compete with the league’s elite.

After an opening loss at the Bluegrass State Soccer Games, University Heights Academy posted back‑to‑back wins, highlighted by goals from Jayden Williamson, Jack Conrad and Graham Conrad, and now faces a packed preseason slate.
After a victory over Wichita State’s AfterShocks in The Basketball Tournament, a chaotic push by Marcus Keene sent Jacob Hanna into Maggie Gehring, resulting in a broken nose, an open fracture and a broken septum that required emergency care.

Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats are banking on sophomore center Malachi Moreno to deliver a breakout performance and potentially launch a future NBA career.