John Calipari preseason Q & A Oct 2, 2009
John Calipari recently sat down with reporters to discuss a variety of topics concerning his transition to the Commonwealth, his style of play, what he expects from his players and what his grand vision is for the future of Kentucky basketball in this portion of his Q The Cats' Pause 2009-10 Kentucky Basketball Yearbook. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Kentucky Sports -- Rivals.com)
Players still buzzing over Calipari's pronouncement Oct 2, 2009
"Coach told us all that he got in the car with his wife and said, 'This might be the most talented team I've ever had,'" Orton recounted. "And she said, 'You're kidding me.' And he said, 'No, I'm serious.'"He explained to us that he's had bad players on teams before but there are no bad players here all the way down to the last man," Orton said. "Plus, he's never had this kind of size and length. (Kentucky Sports -- Rivals.com)
2009-10 Basketball Kickoff with Larry Vaught Oct 1, 2009
Senior KSR writer Larry Vaught, named Kentucky's Sportswriter of Year three times, will be bringing you the best Kentucky basketball coverage available, beginning now. Over the next ten days, we will be bringing you new chapters in Larry Vaught's 1-on-1 series; in-depth, comprehensive interviews with coaches and Orlando Antiqua, freshmen , , and and sophomore. (BigBlueNation.com)
The Beginning of a New Era - In Recruiting Sep 30, 2009
By KSR Recruiting AnalystDate: Sep 27, 2009 John Calipari has brought a level of excitement to Kentucky basketball not seen in Lexington in several years. One of the more exciting situations for the Wildcats is the visitor list for Big Blue Madness. (BigBlueNation.com)
Ex-Kentucky player pleads not guilty in tix scam Sep 18, 2009
(AP) -- Former Kentucky basketball player Derrick Miller has pleaded not guilty to theft by deception charges in connection with an alleged ticket scam. The Lexington Herald-Leader reports Miller's lawyer entered that plea Wednesday in Clark County District Court, but Judge Earl-Ray Neal said another felony count has been filed in Bell County against the 42-year-old ex-Wildcat. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
UGA's Boykin finally showing 'explosiveness' Sep 18, 2009
As a ninth-grader, Boykin attended Tubby Smith's Kentucky basketball camp. The rest of the campers called on him to show off like it was the slam dunk contest at the NBA All-Star weekend. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Ex-basketball player charged in ticket scam Sep 9, 2009
Lexington police say a former University of Kentucky basketball player has been charged in connection to a scam to sell fake season tickets. According to a police statement, Derrick G. Miller, a Savannah, Ga. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
First Of All, Its Good To Win Sep 7, 2009
Former Kentucky Basketball Coach Adolph Rupp said, If the score doesnt matter, why do we spend all that money on scoreboards. Former Tide Coach Gene Stallings said The fun is in the winning. (BamaMag.com)
Q & A with Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News Sep 4, 2009
The Sporting News' basketball writer Mike DeCourcy talks college basketball and Kentucky basketball in this Q sion ... I think the statewide passion for Kentucky basketball is at a separate level. (BigBlueNation.com)
Former Ky. G Davender arrested in ticket scam Sep 2, 2009
(AP) -- Police say they have arrested former University of Kentucky basketball star Ed Davender in a scam to sell fraudulent season tickets for the upcoming season. Lexington, Ky. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Basketball Recruiting Round-Up Aug 30, 2009
By KSR Recruiting AnalystDate: Aug 29, 2009 Kentucky basketball is experiencing somewhat of a Renaissance and you can tell by the way recruiting efforts are going. Currently there are four known prospects who've set up an in-home visit with Kentucky. (BigBlueNation.com)
Ex-Kentucky coach Gillispie charged with drunken driving Aug 28, 2009
(AP) Police have charged former Kentucky basketball coach Billy Gillispie with drunken driving. Police dispatcher Todd Sparrow said Lawrenceburg police arrested Gillispie and took him to the nearby Franklin County Regional Jail. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
N.C. State sells out its season tickets Aug 28, 2009
Gillispie charged with DUI: Former Kentucky basketball coach Billy Gillispie was arraigned on a drunken driving charge Thursday after refusing sobriety tests during an early morning traffic stop in which officers said they smelled alcohol on his breath. Police say they arrested Gillespie at 2:47 a.m. along a highway in Lawrenceburg, Ky. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Piniella takes blame for Cubs’ fall Aug 28, 2009
Former Kentucky basketball coach Billy Gillispie was arraigned on a drunken driving charge after refusing sobriety tests during an early-morning traffic stop in Lawrenceburg, Ky. Gillispie was fired by the university in March. (Boston Globe)
Yes, it's an issue for UK Aug 21, 2009
For decades, the more thoughtful elements among the UK basketball fan base have longed to see Kentucky basketball perceived nationally in the way the programs at North Carolina and Duke are ... I've never seen a coach, including Rick Pitino, come close to handling the public relations aspects of the Kentucky basketball job as well as Calipari has in his first few months. (News & Observer -- Sports)
2009 Senior Games: Senior Games a winner with local merchants Aug 8, 2009
"They're drinking. We had a nice crew last night. There were eight from a Kentucky basketball team. They got eliminated and each one had two cocktails. They lost their game. I guess they figured, 'What the heck?'" he said. With 4,000 and 5,000 more athletes expected to arrive this weekend, the pace of business could speed up. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Steelers Notebook: Stapleton scheduled for left knee surgery Aug 7, 2009
" Quick hits University of Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari, a Moon native and former Pitt assistant, was a visitor to training camp yesterday and watched practice from the sideline. Calipari arranged the trip through wide receivers coach Randy Fichtner, who was an assistant football coach at Memphis when Calipari was the head basketball coach there. "You respect what he's done in the basketball arena," Tomlin said of Calipari, whom he met before practice. ... The team practiced for the... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Two-minute drill: Get well Loran, Greenie update, Dr. Basketball Jul 18, 2009
Finally, the has an interesting story on how former Kentucky basketball player Mark Pope decided to give up medical school at Columbia University to become one of new coach Mark Fox s assistants at UGA.. 24 comments. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
SPRING WRAP: Gators No. 1 in latest Top 25 Jun 24, 2009
The son of former Kentucky basketball star Rick Robey came on strong this spring, so strong he could enter preseason practice as the starting center. That would allow junior Maurkice Pouncey to move back to guard, where he started as a freshman. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Upside too good not to cheat Jun 16, 2009
Because he wins and somewhere Dickie V is screaming to every 2010 recruit that Kentucky basketball is back. What percentage of player and coach misconduct do you figure actually gets caught. (Fresno Bee)
VAUGHT: One less defection Jun 5, 2009
Date: Jun 5, 2009 If Billy Gillispie was still coaching the Kentucky basketball team there was going to have been one major defection from the UK basketball program. to read the rest of this story. (BigBlueNation.com)
Kentucky's big 'Cat Jun 2, 2009
In the middle of the recent Southeastern Conference's spring meetings, new Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari stretched out in a couch in a Destin hotel hallway to take a break ... The offices overlook the basketball court, and he gushes when discussing a sign that declares his new residence as the home of Kentucky basketball. (Florida Today)
Dates set for Calipari basketball camps May 25, 2009
WILDCAT SERIOUS SKILLS CAMPAdvanced week of training combines some of the country's best coaches with the enthusiastic Kentucky basketball staff and featuring Wildcat greats Tony Delk and Scott Padgett. Individual attention and instruction included with focus on shooting, ball-handling and passing drills. (Kentucky Sports -- Rivals.com)
The Accidental Tweet May 24, 2009
A text message looks an awful lot like an email, and one that Coach John Calipari inadvertently sent gives us an indication that something is in the works with Kentucky basketball. to read the rest of this story. (BigBlueNation.com)
RECRUITING TRUTH: Mapping out this year's all-star targets May 23, 2009
Coaches should take a lesson from Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari, who found a way to Tweet a major recruiting victory without breaking NCAA rules. Shortly after receiving a commitment from point guard John Wall this week, Calipari sent this tweet: "This is unbelievable. Tomorrow we will !#$@+&%# that %&$* %&:; has $@~'%# to *2$( at %&%#&%$. Can u believe this!". (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
No surprise: Calipari off to strong start May 20, 2009
"Kentucky basketball is one of the most powerful brands in college sports," said ESPN analyst Jay Bilas, who lives in Charlotte. "They hired a coach who is a great recruiter and a great salesman, and somebody who maximizes the assets that he has. I think this is what everybody expected when they hired Calipari ... that he was going to bring in the talent that Kentucky would expect to have.". (News & Observer -- Sports)
Excited? You bet. May 20, 2009
This Kentucky basketball team should win every game ... This great new Kentucky basketball class under new coach John Calipari won't always keep the fans happy, or as happy as they are right now. (News & Observer -- Sports)
No catching Rondo May 17, 2009
Truth was, the deliberate style of Kentucky basketball never really suited Rondo or his game. The NBA was a better fit. (Boston Globe)
Calipari lures another blue chip to Kentucky May 7, 2009
On Wednesday, Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari picked up another impressive recruit when the news broke that five-star rated point guard Eric Bledsoe signed with the Wildcats. The 6-foot-1 point guard out of Parker (Birmingham, Ala. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bleacher Report on Uk basketball and football May 4, 2009
The Bleacher Report released two interesting articles about Kentucky basketball and football this week. Don't look now, but has won two bowl games in a row, with wins over in 2007 and in 2008. (BigBlueNation.com)
Pletcher's Derby woes continue May 3, 2009
Also in the VIP area were new Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari and baseball Hall of Famer Frank Robinson. Wet DerbyHeavy overnight rain produced a sloppy track and turned the Derby into a mudfest. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Notes: Pletcher's Derby drought, Phelps at race May 3, 2009
Also in the VIP area were new Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari and baseball Hall of Famer Frank Robinson. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Notebook: Pletcher now 0-for-24 at Kentucky Derby May 3, 2009
"I liked it, but Michael didn't,'' Bowman said.Phelps and Bowman were backing Pioneerof the Nile in the Derby, a nod to Bob Baffert, who trains the colt. Phelps became a friend of Baffert's nephew when he trained at Michigan.Among Bowman's horses are ones with swimming-related names, like Midnight Swim, Vanderkaay (for Olympian Peter Vanderkaay) and Going for Gold.Also in the VIP area were new Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari and baseball Hall of Famer Frank Robinson.---WET DERBY: Heavy... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Coach's racket is producing winners Woffington produces winners May 1, 2009
To give you an idea of how big of an honor it is, consider one of the other inductees will be University of Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari, who grew up in Moon. For sure, Woffington has had quite an impact in his almost four decades of coaching. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Cousins inks letter of intent, joins Calipari at UK Apr 16, 2009
Cousins signs with Kentucky basketball. Associated Press. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
PHOTO GALLERY: Open Gym Apr 16, 2009
New Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari welcomed the press corps into the Craft Center on Wednesday for an open practice session with the Wildcats. This CatsPause. (Kentucky Sports -- Rivals.com)
UK fans hope Calipari just like Saban at Bama Apr 12, 2009
Saban says the potential distractions are just a little louder and more pronounced at the traditional powers like Alabama football and Kentucky basketball ... Thats what we want to do with Kentucky basketball. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Former UK player Casey dies of heart problems Apr 11, 2009
(AP) -- Former Kentucky basketball player Mike Casey has died at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, Tenn. He was 60. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Ex-Kentucky top scorer Casey dies at age 60 Apr 11, 2009
-- Former Kentucky basketball player Mike Casey has died of heart complications. He was 60. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Opinion: Kiffin not only entertaining coach Apr 9, 2009
The special bottle, released for the 13th consecutive year, has saluted Kentucky basketball and champion thoroughbreds. Brooks is the first UK football guy to receive the honor -- and the first to re-set the bar for coach-led fundraisers. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pratt's comments about Gillispie revealing Apr 5, 2009
That was not the case, and is one of the most revealing reasons why Gillispie was not the right fit for Kentucky basketball. to read the rest of this story. (BigBlueNation.com)
2010 Texas guard re-opens recruitment Apr 4, 2009
Prior to the official announcement that John Calipari was headed to the Bluegrass State to take over the Kentucky basketball program, 2010 Wildcat commitment K.C. Ross-Miller was holding solid with his verbal to UK. Now he's had a change of heart. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Kentucky Sports -- Rivals.com)
Wildcats make an expensive splash with Calipari Apr 3, 2009
John Calipari points to national championship banners hanging on the wall after being introduced as the new Kentucky basketball coach during a news conference in Lexington, Ky ... " John Calipari wears a broad smile after being introduced as the new Kentucky basketball coach during a news conference in Lexington, Ky., Wednesday, April 1, 2009. Before the press conference Kentucky's athletics board approved an eight-year, $31.65 million contract that will make Calipari the highest paid coach in... (Florida Times-Union)
Calipari takes reins at UK: 'I do not walk on water' Apr 2, 2009
John Calipari address the press on his first day as Kentucky basketball coach ... By Bob Kimball, USA TODAY John Calipari knows just what awaits him as Kentucky basketball coach: "The challenge of being here is (not just) competing for national titles, but winning them.". (USA Today -- Sports)
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We have all heard the term "player's coach." Turns out new Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari has taken that concept one step further with his Dribble Drive Motion offense that could easily be described as a "player's system." Says Calipari: "They look at us play and they say, 'That's how I want to play. Give me the freedom to go do what I want to do.'". To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Kentucky Sports -- Rivals.com)
Calipari Opts To Leave Memphis For Kentucky Apr 2, 2009
-- John Calipari has agreed to leave Memphis for the tradition-rich Kentucky basketball program. . (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Calipari to Join Kentucky, May be College Basketball's Highest-Paid Coach Apr 1, 2009
John Calipari to Coach Kentucky Basketball, Leaving Memphis - Bloomberg ... John Calipari to Coach Kentucky Basketball, Leaving Memphis. (Bloomberg -- US)
Calipari Headed To Kentucky Apr 1, 2009
John Calipari has accepted an offer to leave Memphis for the tradition-rich Kentucky basketball program, according to reports. Calipari spent the day considering the Wildcats' lucrative offer and calling former Kentucky coaches, including Joe B. Hall. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Bradley’s Buzz: Would Evander be the real deal for Falcons? Apr 1, 2009
Gillispie got canned because he was a terrible ambassador for Kentucky basketball, and Georgia needs a salesman as much as it needs a coach. And the Bulldogs could hire Mike Krzyzewski and they d still stink next season. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Top Catsonce again Apr 1, 2009
The time frame is significant, though, because that's about how long it will take him to turn Kentucky basketball into a championship contender. He is that good. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Calipari accepts Kentucky's offer Apr 1, 2009
- John Calipari has accepted an offer to leave Memphis to coach the tradition-rich Kentucky basketball program, according to reports ... - John Calipari has accepted an offer to leave Memphis to coach the tradition-rich Kentucky basketball program, according to reports. (Athens Banner-Herald)
400 Minn. ballots to be reviewed Apr 1, 2009
Washington Times - 400 Minn. ballots to be reviewed. (Insight on the News)
Gillispie regrets not winning more at Kentucky Mar 30, 2009
Ousted Kentucky basketball coach Billy Gillispie checks his cell phone after he leaves a news conference at the Marriott Griffin Gate Resort in Lexington, Ky. on Saturday, March 28, 2009. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Sources: Calipari, UK now have mutual interest Mar 30, 2009
Then again, having a unique feel for the rhythms of Kentucky basketball is the kind of thing you can't put on a resume ... "We desire for Kentucky basketball to be a part of the championship picture every year; that is our goal.". (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Pitino floats two candidates for Kentucky Mar 30, 2009
The report on Sunday said that Kentucky was "gathering information on Calipari," who "is indeed interested. As far as the Pitino-endorsed candidates, Ford is from Madisonville, played point guard for Pitino in the early 1990s and just led Oklahoma State to the second round of the NCAA tournament. Pelphrey, from eastern Kentucky, was a small forward for Pitinos first Wildcat teams and is the head coach at Arkansas. VideoMarch 27: Fired Kentucky coach Billy Gillispie runs away from a... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Gillispie: 'I wish we'd won more games' at Kentucky Mar 29, 2009
By Brett Dawson, The (Louisville) Courier-Journal A day after he was fired as the University of Kentucky basketball coach, Billy Gillispie said today he has "no regrets" and harbors "no ill will" toward UK.. "I'm not a woe-is-me person," Gillispie said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Kentucky Blue: Gillispie Out After Two Years Mar 28, 2009
"Unfortunately there are times and situations when the people involved simply do not create the right chemistry or fit. It is our belief that is where we are and where we find ourselves with Kentucky basketball today. For that reason we decided not bring back coach Gillispie back," Kentucky athletic director Mitch Barnhart said. "We firmly believe that moving in a different direction would be in the best interest of everyone involved with this program. ABC 7 Talkback: "It is my evaluation that... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Gillispie fired as UK basketball coach Mar 28, 2009
Report: Gillispie fired as University of Kentucky basketball coach - Business Courier of Cincinnati ... Report: Gillispie fired as University of Kentucky basketball coach. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Barnhart: Gillispie wasn't 'right fit' for UK Mar 28, 2009
Adolph Rupp built Kentucky basketball into arguably the greatest program in college basketball. Rick Pitino resurrected it after a devastating recruiting scandal. (Kentucky Sports -- Rivals.com)
REALITY BITES: Gillispie the wrong fit with 'Cats from start Mar 28, 2009
The problem was he was unable to embrace and adapt the culture of being the Kentucky basketball coach, all of which would have been OK if they kept winning -- you can be a bad guy, but everything is fine as long as you keep winning. I'd like to add that the thing that bothers me is Kentucky athletic director Mitch Barnhart is the one who made the hire, but he cuts the coach loose, keeps his job and he has the backing of the school president and no one takes responsibility. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Inside the Vaught--Plus, KSR Special Edition Mar 27, 2009
Larry Vaught has been on top of the latest, breaking news for weeks on the Kentucky basketball coach saga. Lonny Demaree checks in tonight with a very special report, and read what "CitizenBBN," and KSR's Keith Bays have to share concerning the UK basketball coach--and maybe the next one, too. (BigBlueNation.com)
DECKER BLOG: Thursday, March 26 Mar 27, 2009
Today, we look at a new addition to Indiana Elite One's AAU team, the Kentucky basketball coaching situation, and some new images from IU's facility upgrades. HoosierNation. (HoosierInsider.com)
Kentucky Catline: Football talk, Hoops & more Mar 25, 2009
Larry Vaught joins the CatLine to talk about the Wildcats match up with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Kentucky basketball program. Also, host Michael Draper is joined by Brian Eldridge of Kentucky Sports Report to talk about the basketball coaching situation, spring football and the Kentucky baseball team. (BigBlueNation.com)
Miller blossoming into third scorer? Mar 23, 2009
By KSR Associate PublisherDate: Mar 23, 2009 During a tumultuous time in Kentucky basketball Darius Miller has quietly stepped to the forefront and is beginning to become the third scorer that coach Billy Gillispie thought he would be entering the season. to read the rest of this story. (BigBlueNation.com)
Kentucky fans want Gillispie to admit mistakes Mar 20, 2009
Kentucky basketball, thank goodness, has a great foundation, Hall said. Its not going to crumble. (MSNBC -- Sports)
