Kermit Davis Sr.: A Mississippi Basketball Legend and His Enduring Influence
A look at the life, career, and lasting impact of Kermit Davis Sr., a coach whose influence spanned generations and transformed Mississippi basketball.
Aug 15, 2026
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Adolph Rupp
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Kentucky Coach Mark Pope Continues Wheeler Pharmacy Tradition
Mark Pope’s recent stop at Lexington’s historic Wheeler’s Pharmacy links today’s Wildcats staff to a ritual that has accompanied every Kentucky national championship since the 1950s.
Aug 10, 2026
Remembering Poo Welch: A Basketball Legend’s Enduring Legacy
A tribute to Poo Welch, the Tyler-born point guard whose career, friendships and humor left an indelible mark on the court and beyond.
Jul 31, 2026
Pat Doyle to Be Inducted into Kentucky Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Pat Doyle, a 1959 state champion and Kentucky’s Mr. Basketball, will be recognized at the 2026 Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony in Lexington.
Jul 28, 2026
Forrest “Phog” Allen: Architect of College Basketball’s Early Legacy
From his early days at Baker University to his influential tenure at Kansas, Forrest “Phog” Allen shaped college basketball and mentored a generation of coaches who would redefine the sport.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026
Former Kansas coach Ted Owens, a pillar of college basketball, will be honored in 2026 alongside a distinguished group of players and mentors.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens will join an elite group of basketball legends when he is enshrined in the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame this October, a testament to his enduring impact on the game.
Jul 27, 2026
Ted Owens to Receive 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame Induction
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens will be honored in 2026 for his remarkable career, which includes 19 seasons, a 348‑182 record and six Big Eight titles.
Jul 25, 2026
Razorbacks Land Ilia Frolov as Kentucky Sets Historic Manhattan Showdown
Arkansas has secured a verbal commitment from Real Madrid’s 6‑foot‑11 center Ilia Frolov, a prospect who brings 13.5 points and 7.4 rebounds per game from Spain’s Liga U. The pledge comes as coach John Calipari continues to stack talent ahead of his third season in Fayetteville. Meanwhile, Kentucky has announced that its 2026‑27 campaign will open with a historic matchup against the Manhattan Jaspers, a program steeped in college‑basketball lore.
Jun 16, 2026
Kentucky Basketball’s Historic Matchups and the Shadows of Past Scandals
The Wildcats open the season with two historic opponents, Gardner‑Webb and Manhattan, whose past encounters with Kentucky are steeped in both triumph and controversy.
Jun 15, 2026
Kentucky Basketball Poised for High‑Scoring Revival Under Coach Mark Pope
Kentucky’s offense, led by a talented starting lineup and a versatile bench, is expected to surge back to elite scoring levels under Coach Mark Pope.
Jun 14, 2026
Corky Withrow, Kentucky Basketball Hall of Famer and Former MLB Outfielder, Dies at 88
Raymond “Corky” Withrow, a Hall of Fame basketball player from Kentucky who later pursued a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball, died on April 22 at the age of 88 in Owensboro, Kentucky. He is survived by his wife Barbara and their children Keith, Kelly and Robin.
Jun 3, 2026
How a 1927‑28 Kentucky Wildcats Season Redefined the Program
The 1927‑28 season marked the first winning record for Kentucky after years of struggle, setting the stage for a dynasty that Adolph Rupp would later expand.
May 24, 2026
Duke and Kansas Eye Exhibition Showdown at Allen Fieldhouse
Duke and Kansas eye a fall exhibition at Allen Fieldhouse, with a reciprocal game slated for Cameron Indoor Stadium next year, promising a clash of historic programs.
May 23, 2026
Kentucky’s Basketball Legacy Faces New Challenges in the NIL Era
A look at how Name, Image and Likeness policies are reshaping the Wildcats' future and the potential impact of innovative coaching minds.
May 13, 2026