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Acting dean of the College of Education reappointed
Acting dean of the College of Education reappointed
December 19, 2024
A young volunteer looks at books during the Firefighter Toy Drive on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Fire Fighter North Pole off New Circle Road in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters supports families with annual toy program
December 18, 2024
Volunteers help attendees choose gifts during the Firefighter Toy Drive on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Fire Fighter North Pole off New Circle Road in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: the annual Lexington Firefighter’s Toy Program
December 15, 2024
Paula Scanlan takes the stage during the Young Americans for Freedom event held at the Gatton Student Center on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Former swimmer speaks at ‘Keep Men Out of Women’s Sports’ event
December 15, 2024
Alpha Phi Alpha Members with this year's Miss Black and Gold, Miss Gold, and Miss Epsilon Chi during the Miss Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant on Dec. 4, 2024 at the Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
Contestants take the stage at Miss Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant
December 15, 2024
Acting dean of the College of Education reappointed
Acting dean of the College of Education reappointed
December 19, 2024
Paula Scanlan takes the stage during the Young Americans for Freedom event held at the Gatton Student Center on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Former swimmer speaks at ‘Keep Men Out of Women’s Sports’ event
December 15, 2024
Students fill their plates with chicken tenders before grabbing waffles during the Crunch Brunch event on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
UK students unwind with food, activities at Crunch Brunch
December 13, 2024
Callie Brown, a graduate student, purchases a poinsettias during the Horticulture Club Winter Sale on Dec. 11, 2024 at the Agriculture North Building Lobby, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
Horticulture Club sells wreaths and plants for winter sale
December 12, 2024
A student chooses a song to break-dance to during Rhythm Riot on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, at UKFCU Esports Lounge in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Gamers get down at Rhythm Riot
December 11, 2024
The class of 2026 fills the student section at Big Blue U on Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
‘Healthier, wealthier, wiser Kentucky.’ The changing landscape of UK
August 25, 2022
The Albert B. Chandler Hospital on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
More people than ever are applying to the College of Medicine. Students and faculty have ideas about why
September 9, 2021
UK mandates weekly COVID-19 tests for unvaccinated faculty, staff and students
August 26, 2021
UK to require both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals to wear masks indoors
August 6, 2021
Database breach discovered in UK College of Education; UK to implement new security measures
August 5, 2021
A young volunteer looks at books during the Firefighter Toy Drive on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Fire Fighter North Pole off New Circle Road in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters supports families with annual toy program
December 18, 2024
Volunteers help attendees choose gifts during the Firefighter Toy Drive on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Fire Fighter North Pole off New Circle Road in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: the annual Lexington Firefighter’s Toy Program
December 15, 2024
Parade participants ride horses down the route during the Lexington Holiday parade on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at Main Street in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Lexingtonians marched into the holiday season at the Lexington Holiday Parade
December 10, 2024
Attendees walk through the various booths during the Crafted Social Winter Market on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at Greyline Station in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Lexington community shops, skates at Winter Market
December 8, 2024
A parade participant waves at bystanders during the Lexington Holiday parade on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at Main Street in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: The annual Lexington Holiday Parade
December 8, 2024
Paula Scanlan takes the stage during the Young Americans for Freedom event held at the Gatton Student Center on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Former swimmer speaks at ‘Keep Men Out of Women’s Sports’ event
December 15, 2024
Donald Trump delivers a victory speech at his official watch party in the early hours of Nov. 6, 2024 at a Mar-a-Lago property in Palm Beach, Florida. Photo from livestream by the Associated Press.
Donald Trump wins 2024 presidential election, Kamala Harris concedes
November 6, 2024
Emma Lee Curtis reacts to winning Lexington Fayette Urban County Council District 4 at the Team Fayette and the Fayette County Young Democrats Election Night Watch Party on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, at Greyline Station in Lexington, Kentucky. Curtis is the first openly transgender woman on the county council. photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Emotions rise at Team Fayette Election Night Party
November 5, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
Live 2024 presidential election updates
November 5, 2024
Voters fill out their ballots on Election Day Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, at The Carver Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer
PHOTOS: Voters fill the polls on Election Day 2024
November 5, 2024
Acting dean of the College of Education reappointed
Acting dean of the College of Education reappointed
December 19, 2024
University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto speaks to the Kentucky Kernel editors in an interview on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at the Main Building in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
University President Eli Capilouto on campus safety, construction and tuition
November 19, 2024
President Eli Capilouto gives the president's report at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky, Board of Trustees Meeting in the Gatton Student Center, Harris Ballroom, Friday, Sep 13, 2024. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Capilouto discusses record enrollment at UK Board of Trustees meeting
September 16, 2024
Shared governance stones outside of J. David Rosenberg College of Law Building on Monday, May 13, 2024 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
UK Board of Trustees vote to adopt President’s Recommendation 6
June 24, 2024
Resolution on Shared Governance at UK approved in Senate Council meeting
Resolution on Shared Governance at UK approved in Senate Council meeting
April 13, 2024
Kernel sues UK over withheld records
Kernel sues UK over withheld records
November 25, 2024
Timothy Umstead's mugshot from the Fayette County jail website on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. Umstead was arrested on the night of Feb. 7, and he was booked on Feb. 8.
Former UK student’s weapon possession charges reduced
February 12, 2024
Thomas "Lofton" Hazelwood
‘He’s not gonna make it to serenades.’ The missing details of the Hazelwood investigation
November 17, 2022
Excerpts from UK's Student Code of Conduct investigation reveal FarmHouse Fraternity showed a “deeply ingrained culture of alcohol and hazing behaviors.”
UK’s FarmHouse Fraternity had a culture of hazing, investigations reveal
November 17, 2022
An anonymous tip, submitted to UK on September 19, 2020, via the incident reporting form, alleges that Delta Sigma Phi held an over-capacity party. A copy of the tip was obtained by the Kentucky Kernel via an open records request.
Multiple fraternities suspended for COVID-19 infractions
September 28, 2021
Gabi Franzone, the Student Activities Board Executive Director of Event Management, hands out a coat, hat, and gloves at the annual Coats for Cats event on Nov. 13 held in the Center for Student Involvement in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Annie Alvarez | Staff
‘Coats for Cats’ provides students with opportunity for winter gear
November 22, 2024
Former NBA player and Kentucky basketball player Rex Chapman speaks during SpeakBlue with Rex Chapman on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Singletary Center for the Arts in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
SAB and SGA present ‘Speak Blue’ featuring Rex Chapman
April 5, 2023
Isaac Sutherland, left, and Mallory Hudson answer questions during the SGA Presidential and Vice Presidential Debate on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
SGA court finds Sutherland/Hudson violated election rules, Sutherland will appeal
March 23, 2023
Lizzy Hornung, left, and Jason Marcus were named the 2023 student body president and vice president on March 8.
SGA disqualifies unofficial student body president and vice president winners, names new official winners
March 9, 2023
Ashlee Bell, a junior marketing major, pays for parking outside William T. Young Library on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Students can park for free using SGA coupon program
February 10, 2023
Saif Al-Khafaji was arrested by Louisville Airport police on a warrant issued in Fayette County. Al-Khafaji was charged with first-degree sexual abuse and second-degree indecent exposure. Photo sourced from WDRB.
Suspect arrested for reported on-campus sexual assault released from jail
November 24, 2024
Crime bulletin alerts campus community of 5th reported sexual assault
Crime bulletin alerts campus community of 5th reported sexual assault
November 15, 2024
Tape patches bullet holes in the Cornerstone Parking Structure window after a shooting at Raising Canes across Winslow Street on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
UKPD to increase safety measures, access to be limited for parking on campus
November 7, 2024
Tape patches bullet holes in the Cornerstone Parking Structure window after a shooting at Raising Canes across the street on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky.
Gunfire near UK campus sparks alert confusion, bullet holes found in building
November 3, 2024
Former UK student Sophia Rosing walks into her sentencing on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. Rosing was sentenced to 12 months in jail for assaulting a student desk clerk in November 2022. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Former UK student sentenced to 12 months in jail after being arrested for assault in 2022
October 17, 2024
Anna Pollock looks back at the stage wall on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, at The Burl in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
ROOTS OF CREATIVITY: Anna Pollock leans on nature to connect art and music
December 18, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
Book of the week: ‘Carry On,’ by Rainbow Rowell
December 15, 2024
A comedian cracks a joke during his set on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, at Comedy Off Broadway, in Lexington, Kentucky. | Photo provided by Nick Marcum.
Laughter takes the stage at Comedy Off Broadway’s open mic night
December 13, 2024
Doug Frutos takes the first jump of the day off the Young's High Bridge on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. Photo by Ava Bumgarner | Staff
‘Stealing altitude’: How Vertigo Bungees crew fosters family and friendship in the sky
December 11, 2024
A member of the Rock Climbing Club looks over at other members climbing on the wall during the weekly club meeting for the UK Rock Climbing Club on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, at Johnson Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
UK Rock Climbing Club scales new heights
December 9, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) tries to backdown a defender during the basketball game vs. Ohio State on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
At the buzzer: No. 4 Kentucky men’s basketball falls to Ohio State in New York City
December 21, 2024
Physics sophomore Nate Bussard (front) and mechanical engineering freshman Eddie Alvarez fight for a loose ball during the lacrosse practice at Goodbarn field on Wednesday. Photo by Zach Brake
JOINING THE MOVEMENT: Kentucky becomes the 27th state to sanction high school lacrosse championships
December 17, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (0) dunks the ball during the basketball game vs. Louisville on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky 93-85. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
CATS OVER CARDS: No. 5 Kentucky men down Louisville 93-85 inside Rupp Arena
December 17, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Georgia Amoore (3) calls a defensive play during the Kentucky vs Purdue women’s basketball on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Indiana. Kentucky won 82-52. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 16 Kentucky downs Purdue 82-52, marking first program win against Big Ten opponent since the 2022-23 season
December 17, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats gymnast Skylar Killough-Wilhelm does the splits in the air during her floor routine during the Kentucky Blue White women’s gymnastics meet on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky Gymnastics hosts annual Blue vs White meet
December 16, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops shrugs during the Kentucky vs. Texas football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas. Kentucky lost 31-14. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: A Long Road Ahead
December 8, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) and Kentucky Wildcats guard Kerr Kriisa (77) hug after a timeout was called during the basketball game vs. Lipscomb Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: A New Era
November 22, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) celebrates with Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) after defeating Duke during the basketball game vs. Duke on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta , Georgia . Kentucky won 77-72 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Popes and Devils
November 15, 2024
Kentucky wideout Fred Farrier II (13) jogs off the field during the football game vs. Auburn on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Turning the Page
November 1, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Brock Vandagriff (12) looks for an open receiver during the football game vs. Florida on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. Kentucky lost 48-20. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: One Last Chance
October 25, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) tries to backdown a defender during the basketball game vs. Ohio State on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
At the buzzer: No. 4 Kentucky men’s basketball falls to Ohio State in New York City
December 21, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (0) dunks the ball during the basketball game vs. Louisville on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky 93-85. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
CATS OVER CARDS: No. 5 Kentucky men down Louisville 93-85 inside Rupp Arena
December 17, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) pokes the ball free from Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Dusty Stromer (4)during the basketball game vs. Gonzaga on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. Kentucky won 90-89. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky men’s basketball star Jaxson Robinson proves vital for Cats’ championship aspirations in Seattle
December 15, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) holds up L’s downs after the basketball game vs. Louisville on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 93-85. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
No. 5 Kentucky defeats Louisville 93-85
December 14, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Trent Noah (9) smiles after making a three-point shot during the basketball game vs. Colgate on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 78-67. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
No. 5 Kentucky defeats Colgate 78-67
December 11, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Georgia Amoore (3) calls a defensive play during the Kentucky vs Purdue women’s basketball on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Indiana. Kentucky won 82-52. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 16 Kentucky downs Purdue 82-52, marking first program win against Big Ten opponent since the 2022-23 season
December 17, 2024
Kentukcy Wildcats head coach Kenny Brooks yells during the Kentucky vs. Louisville women’s basketball game on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 71—61. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky women’s basketball slides to No. 16 in Week 6 AP Top 25
December 15, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Gabby Brooks (11) high fives fans after the Kentucky vs. Queens women’s basketball on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 87-45. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky women’s basketball decimates Queens Royals inside Historic Memorial Coliseum
December 15, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Teonni Key (7) fights for a rebound during the Kentucky vs Purdue women’s basketball on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Indiana. Kentucky won 82-52. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Photos: No. 16 Kentucky women’s basketball wins 82-52 over Purdue
December 15, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Lexi Blue (4) fights for a rebound during the Kentucky vs Queens women’s basketball on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 87-45. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 16 Kentucky Women’s basketball beats Queens 87-45
December 10, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Dane Key (6) points after reaching the first down marker during the football game vs. Murray State Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky football wide receiver Dane Key enters transfer portal
December 9, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops shrugs during the Kentucky vs. Texas football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas. Kentucky lost 31-14. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: A Long Road Ahead
December 8, 2024
Louisville players celebrate while carrying the Governors Cup after the football game vs. Louisville on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Kroger Feild in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 41-14. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Kentucky loses 41-14 to Louisville in 2024 Governors Cup
December 1, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Cutter Boley (8) hands the ball off to Kentucky Wildcats running back Jamarion Wilcox (10) during the football game vs. Louisville on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
RAPID-FIRE RECAP: Four takeaways from Kentucky football’s Governor’s Cup embarrassment
November 30, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats running back Jamarion Wilcox (10) runs the ball down the field during the football game vs. Louisville on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
At the Whistle: Kentucky football falls 41-14 to Louisville in 2024 Governor’s Cup
November 30, 2024
Kentucky Pitcher Ryan Hagenow delivers a pitch to home plate. Kentucky beat Oregon State 3-2 to win the Lexington Super Regional and advance to the 2024 College World Series on Monday, June 10, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Cole Parke | Staff
Kentucky baseball announces fall exhibition against Wright State in Ohio
October 4, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Nick Mingione talks to reporters after the No. 18 Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Nick Denes Field in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-8. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky baseball head coach Nick Mingione receives significant contract extension
September 7, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Émilien Pitre (4) runs to third base during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State baseball game on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 15-1. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky baseball infielder Emilien Pitre selected by Tampa Bay Rays in 2024 MLB Draft
July 14, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt (21) runs to first base during the Kentucky vs. Evansville home opener baseball game on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-3. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky baseball star Ryan Waldschmidt drafted No. 31 overall by Arizona Diamondbacks in 2024 MLB Draft
July 14, 2024
Kentucky outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt swings during the Kentucky vs Louisville baseball game on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Jim Patterson Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Kentucky won 17-13. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
MLB Draft expert wary of UK’s Ryan Waldschmidt as first-round MLB Draft pick
July 12, 2024
A Kentucky player slides into home during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. No. 3 LSU softball match on Friday, March 8, 2024, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 6-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky softball falls short in Stillwater Regional, ends 2024 season
May 22, 2024
Kentucky pitcher Alexia Lacatena (35) prepares to pitch the ball during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. No. 3 LSU softball match on Friday, March 8, 2024, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 6-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky softball selected for 15th straight NCAA Tournament, will play in Stillwater Regional
May 13, 2024
Kentucky outfielder Vanessa Nesby prepares to throw the ball towards home during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. No. 3 LSU softball match on Friday, March 8, 2024, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 6-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 25 Kentucky softball’s SEC Tournament run ends early after loss to Ole Miss
May 8, 2024
Kentucky infielder/outfielder Peyton Plotts (37) prepares to bat during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
No. 24 Kentucky softball swept by No. 3 Tennessee in final weekend of regular season
May 7, 2024
Kentucky pitcher Sydney Langdon (33) pitches the ball during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
No. 22 Kentucky softball falls short in final home series against South Carolina
May 1, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats gymnast Skylar Killough-Wilhelm does the splits in the air during her floor routine during the Kentucky Blue White women’s gymnastics meet on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky Gymnastics hosts annual Blue vs White meet
December 16, 2024
Inside Memorial Coliseum while renovations are being done Friday, July 12, 2024, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Construction at Memorial Coliseum continues as fall rapidly approaches
July 13, 2024
Jillian Procasky, Annie Riegert, and Makenzie Wilson watch their teammates perform during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
‘Team 50’ ends historic season in NCAA Tournament Regionals
April 10, 2024
Cecily Rizo performs her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
Records continue to break for Kentucky gymnastics after finishing third in SEC Championship
March 28, 2024
Raena Worley winks after completing her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
Kentucky gymnastics sweeps Kidney Care Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics Championship
March 24, 2024
Gabriel Diallo celebrates winning a game during the UK vs. Virginia tennis match on Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 4-2. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
CATS IN THE PROS: Gabriel Diallo achieves childhood dream as top 100 tennis player
November 19, 2024
Members of the Kentucky men's tennis team celebrate during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. Illinois men's tennis match on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
FAMILY AND CHARACTER: A look into the unique world of college tennis recruiting
September 13, 2024
Senior Joshua Lapadat looks to hit the ball at the Hillary J. Boone Tennis Facility on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. He wins his sets 6-3 and 6-1 respectively.
Kentucky men’s tennis relishes in offseason awards ahead of pivotal 2024-25 season.
July 5, 2024
Freshman Eli Stephenson warms up at the Hillary J. Boone Tennis Facility on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky.
Key takeaways for Kentucky men’s tennis following NCAA Tournament defeat
May 22, 2024
Sophomore Jaden Weekes warms up at the Hillary J. Boone Tennis Facility on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky.
Kentucky men’s tennis prepares for critical Elite Eight matchup in NCAA Tournament
May 16, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats Rifle head coach Harry Mullins gives a speech after the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 1 Kentucky rifle closes out 2024 with highest aggregate score of the season
November 25, 2024
Kentucky fifth year Emmie Sellers and junior Allison Buesseler prepare shots during the Kentucky vs. Ole Miss rifle match on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Buell Armory in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4718-4707. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 1 Kentucky rife remains undefeated after defeating No. 8 Air Force and No. 12 Akron in tri-meet
November 24, 2024
Kentucky Rifle
No. 4 Kentucky rifle remains unbeaten after victorious tri-match against No. 6 Murray State, No. 13 Army
November 17, 2024
Kentucky Rifle
No. 4 Kentucky rifle bests No. 11 Ole Miss 4,740-4,714
November 5, 2024
Kentucky fifth year Emmie Sellers and junior Allison Buesseler prepare shots during the Kentucky vs. Ole Miss rifle match on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Buell Armory in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4718-4707. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 5 Kentucky rifle outlasts No. 12 Navy in tightly contested battle
October 29, 2024
Inside Memorial Coliseum while renovations are being done Friday, July 12, 2024, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Construction at Memorial Coliseum continues as fall rapidly approaches
July 13, 2024
The Kentucky STUNT team celebrates during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT finishes 2024 season as national runner up
April 16, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats junior Gabbi Freeman competes during the Kentucky vs. Michigan State STUNT game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Michigan State won 15-14. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky STUNT sweeps weekend in Ashland ahead of National Championship
April 7, 2024
Jocelyn Zerr (#19) and Chloe Lynch (#17) compete during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT concludes California week 4-1
March 26, 2024
Jocelyn Zerr (#19) and Chloe Lynch (#17) compete during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT boasts strong showing at Dallas Baptist Tournament
February 20, 2024
Kentucky outside hitter Megan Wilson (1) celebrates after scoring a point during the Volleyball match vs. Arkansas on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky volleyball punches ticket to Elite Eight with 3-1 win over Missouri
December 12, 2024
Setter Emma Grome (4) and Brooke Bultema (8) celebrate after Kentucky scored a point during the Volleyball match vs. Arkansas on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky volleyball advances to NCAA Regional Semifinals behind record-setting Emma Grome performance
December 10, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Erin Lamb (13) and libero Molly Tuozzo (12) celebrate their win during the Kentucky vs Minnesota volleyball game on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky volleyball defeats Minnesota 3-1 to advance in the NCAA Tournament
December 7, 2024
Kentucky wildcats head coach Craig Skinner celebrates after the win during the Kentucky vs. Minnesota volleyball game on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky volleyball begins road to Louisville as No. 3 seed in NCAA Tournament
December 7, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Brooklyn DeLeye (17) celebrates with teammates after getting an ace during the volleyball match vs. Minnesota on Friday, Dec, 6, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Robby Robinson.
Kentucky volleyball stars rack up accolades ahead of postseason
December 7, 2024
Kentucky Forward Logan Dorsey celebrates after making a goal on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor. Kentucky defeated Oral Roberts 3-2.
Kentucky men’s soccer’s Logan Dorsey excels with lifelong soccer dream
December 10, 2024
Forward, Eric Onos watches as Louisville players celebrate their win over Kentucky on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 1-0. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer falls 2-1 to West Virginia in Sun Belt Tournament Semifinals
November 15, 2024
Kentucky soccer huddles together before the Kentucky vs Bradley Men’s Soccer game on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky and Bradley tied 2-2. Photo by Annie Alvarez | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer bests South Carolina in quarterfinals of Sun Belt Conference Tournament
November 11, 2024
Kentucky forward Logan Dorsey, looks up to put in a cross during the Kentucky vs. Oral Roberts men's soccer game on Thursday, Aug. 22nd, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-2. Photo by Christan Kantonsky | Staff
HISTORIC HAT TRICK: Logan Dorsey propels Kentucky men’s soccer to 7-4 win over Georgia State
November 7, 2024
Kentucky Forward Logan Dorsey celebrates after making a goal on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor. Kentucky defeated Oral Roberts 3-2.
HAT TRICK: Logan Dorsey shines in 5-0 victory over Costal Carolina
October 28, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Troy Fabiano smiles as he celebrates with his team after the win in the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer season ends after 3-1 NCAA Tournament loss to Notre Dame
November 24, 2024
Fans cheer as the Kentucky goalkeeper saves a penalty in extra time of the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Women’s Soccer defeats WVU (4-2) in Penalties
November 17, 2024
Kentucky Wildcat Forward Maddie Kemp (2) celebrates with her team after her equalizing goal in the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer advances in NCAA Tournament with 4-2 penalty kick win over West Virginia
November 17, 2024
Kentucky forward Mia Bookhard kicks the ball during the Kentucky vs. Kent State women’s soccer game on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell soccer complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer hosts first NCAA Tournament game in decade
November 15, 2024
Kentucky defender chases for the ball against Florida player in Kentucky Women’s Soccer Game vs Florida, on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Kentucky. The teams drew 0-0. Photo by Brayden Finn | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer gears up for NCAA Tournament after crushing loss in conference tournament
November 14, 2024
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky cross country’s Collins Kiprop Kipngok and Morgan Dick lead successful showing
November 6, 2024
CATS RUN WILD: Kentucky’s Ed Bird sets course record at Gans Creek Classic
September 29, 2024
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky track and field wraps up regular season with new records
February 11, 2024
A Kentucky track and field athlete leads the pack in the 60 meter hurdles event during the Jim Green Invitational meet on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky track and field set new records at Tom Jones Memorial
April 16, 2023
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Masai Russell breaks 100-meter hurdles record at Texas Relays.
April 3, 2023
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky cross country places sixth in Alabama
October 17, 2023
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky men’s and women’s cross country compete in Sean Earl Lakefront Invitational
October 2, 2023
Kentucky cross country shines at Panorama Farms Invitational
October 19, 2022
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
UK Women’s Cross Country finish third at NCAA Southeast Regional
November 12, 2021
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October 15, 2021
A swimmer competes during the 2024 SEC Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Championships on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, at the James E. Martin Aquatic Center in Auburn, Alabama. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive men defeat Tennessee for the first time in 71 years 173-127
December 15, 2024
Kentucky men’s swimmer Carson Hick competes during the NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the IU Natatorium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive comes up short in Tennessee Invitational
November 25, 2024
Kentucky men’s swimmer Carson Hick competes during the NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the IU Natatorium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive gears up for bounce back season after tumultuous 2023-24 calendar
November 7, 2024
A Kentucky swimmer competes during the 2024 SEC Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Championships on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at the James E. Martin Aquatic Center in Auburn, Alabama. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dives dominates West Virginia in an early season clash
October 28, 2024
Kentucky men’s swimmer Carson Hick competes during the NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the IU Natatorium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive kicks off 2024 season in Columbus
October 25, 2024
Kentucky women’s golf’s Elin Pudas Remler racks up career honors
November 19, 2024
Kentucky men’s golf places eighth in Steelwood Collegiate Invitational
October 30, 2024
MEET THE TEAM: Kentucky men’s golf 2024-25
October 17, 2024
Kentucky women's golf sophomore Brooke Oberparleiter at the Bettie Lou Evans Invitational at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky women’s golf finishes sixth in Ruth’s Chris Tar Heel Invitational
October 14, 2024
Kentucky men’s golf hosts Cullan Brown Collegiate, places two teams in top ten
October 14, 2024
Kentucky center Marc L'Heureux (37) celebrates during the Kentucky vs. Michigan hockey game on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky hockey ends 2024 with sweep of Ohio State
December 10, 2024
Kentucky players celebrate after scoring a goal during the Kentucky vs. Penn State hockey match on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky club hockey splits home-and-home series against Cincinnati
November 18, 2024
Kentucky fan Gavin Marshall, 16, shouts during the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-4. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky club hockey moving up to ACHA men’s Division-I, highest level of non NCAA hockey
November 11, 2024
Fans react to Kentucky scoring a goal during the Kentucky vs. Penn State hockey match on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky hockey scores 23 combined goals in two-game sweep over Bowling Green State Univeristy
November 10, 2024
A fan celebrates after Kentucky scores a goal during the Kentucky vs. Penn State hockey match on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky hockey earns statement sweep over Liberty Flames in Lynchburg
November 6, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Cutter Boley (8) looks for an open receiver during the football game vs Florida on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. Kentucky lost 48-20. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
COLUMN: It’s time for Kentucky football to turn to Cutter Boley full time
October 27, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats linebacker J.J. Weaver (13) celebrates after a stop during the game vs. Ohio University on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. by Matthew Mueller | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky’s front seven is among the best in the country and will prove it against Vanderbilt
October 11, 2024
University of Kentucky mens basketball head coach John Calipari testifies in front of the Senate Education Committee in favor of Senate bill 6, which passed unanimously on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, at Kentucky State Capitol annex building in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
COLUMN: Matthew Sluka fiasco further proves that college football isn’t college football anymore
September 27, 2024
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops speaks to a game official during the game between Kentucky and South Carolina. Kentucky lost to South Carolina 31-6. Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
COLUMN: Kentucky football has peaked and change is necessary
September 20, 2024
Head Coach Mark Stoops speaks with members of the media about Kentucky’s upcoming season during Kentucky Football’s media day on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
COLUMN: Kentucky football is fine and the outrage after Georgia was unwarranted
September 20, 2024
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Vivek Ramaswamy — American patriot or sketchy entrepreneur?
December 17, 2024
Illustration by Cameron Holmes.
The best movies to enjoy this holiday season
December 14, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
The risk of limited abortion access
December 8, 2024
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Trump’s stance on immigration is unconstitutional
December 7, 2024
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Fighting the modern media machine
December 1, 2024
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COLUMN: Democrats gifted Trump his second term
November 24, 2024
Illustration by Cameron Holmes.
COLUMN: There is nothing undemocratic about third parties
November 4, 2024
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COLUMN: Kamala Harris has a Palestine problem
September 28, 2024
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COLUMN: Harris had a better debate than Trump
September 18, 2024
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COLUMN: The end of DEI is a bad sign for UK
September 15, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
EDITORIAL: Your vote matters
October 22, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UK's "Sun Shall Shine" Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
EDITORIAL: UK must protect those who cannot protect themselves
April 23, 2024
Graphic by College Heights Herald Commentary Editor Price Wilborn.
Editorial: Defending DEI against legislative threats is vital to the future of Kentucky
March 29, 2024
A man stands in protest for the lives killed in Gaza holding a sign that reads 'ceasefire now' on Nov. 7, 2023, in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Editorial: A plea for peace: A ceasefire in Gaza is imperative
February 27, 2024
A dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is injected into a patient’s arm. Illustration by Abbey Cutrer
Editorial: Students have the power to cultivate a healthy campus
November 16, 2023
VIDEO: The Toronto Road Christmas experience
VIDEO: The Toronto Road Christmas experience
December 21, 2024
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel- Episode 4
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel- Episode 4
December 17, 2024
VIDEO:Annual St. ‘Nich’ Festival
VIDEO:Annual St. ‘Nich’ Festival
December 17, 2024
Volunteers set up stations last minute before the Firefighter Toy Drive begins on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Fire Fighter North Pole off New Circle Road in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
VIDEO: Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters hosts 94th annual toy drive
December 16, 2024
VIDEO: The Emo Night Tour
VIDEO: The Emo Night Tour
December 15, 2024
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 2
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 2
November 25, 2024
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 1
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 1
April 24, 2024
Graphic by College Heights Herald Commentary Editor Price Wilborn.
BROADCAST: DEI Editorial
March 29, 2024
BROADCAST: LeAndre Hayes
BROADCAST: LeAndre Hayes
December 13, 2023
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel- Episode 4
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel- Episode 4
December 17, 2024
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Back Like They Never Left
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Back Like They Never Left
December 15, 2024
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel-Episode Three
December 11, 2024
PODCAST: Catching Up with the Kernel-Episode 12
PODCAST: Catching Up with the Kernel-Episode 12
December 8, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops shrugs during the Kentucky vs. Texas football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas. Kentucky lost 31-14. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: A Long Road Ahead
December 8, 2024
VIDEO: The Toronto Road Christmas experience
VIDEO: The Toronto Road Christmas experience
December 21, 2024
VIDEO:Annual St. ‘Nich’ Festival
VIDEO:Annual St. ‘Nich’ Festival
December 17, 2024
Volunteers set up stations last minute before the Firefighter Toy Drive begins on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Fire Fighter North Pole off New Circle Road in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
VIDEO: Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters hosts 94th annual toy drive
December 16, 2024
VIDEO: The Emo Night Tour
VIDEO: The Emo Night Tour
December 15, 2024
Alpha Phi Alpha Members with this year's Miss Black and Gold, Miss Gold, and Miss Epsilon Chi during the Miss Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant on Dec. 4, 2024 at the Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
VIDEO: Alpha Phi Alpha hosts Miss Black and Gold Pageant
December 13, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats gymnast Skylar Killough-Wilhelm does the splits in the air during her floor routine during the Kentucky Blue White women’s gymnastics meet on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky Gymnastics hosts annual Blue vs White meet
December 16, 2024
Volunteers help attendees choose gifts during the Firefighter Toy Drive on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Fire Fighter North Pole off New Circle Road in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: the annual Lexington Firefighter’s Toy Program
December 15, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Teonni Key (7) fights for a rebound during the Kentucky vs Purdue women’s basketball on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Indiana. Kentucky won 82-52. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Photos: No. 16 Kentucky women’s basketball wins 82-52 over Purdue
December 15, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) holds up L’s downs after the basketball game vs. Louisville on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 93-85. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
No. 5 Kentucky defeats Louisville 93-85
December 14, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Trent Noah (9) smiles after making a three-point shot during the basketball game vs. Colgate on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 78-67. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
No. 5 Kentucky defeats Colgate 78-67
December 11, 2024
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March 29, 2022
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11-year-old Luke Klausing signs his papers to join UK's football team at Kroger Field on August 1, 2018 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Chris Leach

11-year-old wide receiver nicknamed “Beast Mode” signs with UK football

Chris Leach
August 1, 2018
Kentucky freshman forward Kevin Knox watches a free throw during the game against Kansas State in the NCAA Sweet 16 on Friday, March 23, 2018, in Atlanta, Georgia. Kentucky was defeated 61-58. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK helped Knox prepare for the pressures of the Knicks

Chris Leach
August 1, 2018
The Kentucky Cheerleading team holds an open practice on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky Cheer will represent the USA in the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Chris Leach | Staff

UK Cheer celebrating trip to Winter Olympics with hard work

Chris Leach
February 9, 2018
Quade Green scores the game winning layup in overtime against Vanderbilt in Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. on Jan. 30, 2018. Photo by Carter Gossett.

UK’s guards lead the way in UK’s overtime victory over Vanderbilt

Chris Leach
January 30, 2018
Freshman forward Kevin Knox hits a three during the game against Mississippi State on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won the game 78-65. Photo by Hunter Mitchell.

More efficient offense for UK prevents a late-game collapse

Chris Leach
January 24, 2018
Gameday vs. Florida

What you missed if you weren’t one of the 3,500 fans at College GameDay

Chris Leach
January 20, 2018
Kentucky freshman guard Quade Green motions to a teammate during the game against Virginia Tech on Saturday, December 16, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 93-86. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK has shown flashes to be the team fans want to see

Chris Leach
January 18, 2018
Kentucky men's basketball assistant coach Kenny Payne addresses the crowd during Kentucky head coach John Calipari's women's clinic at Rupp Arena on Sunday, October 29, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Kenny Payne doesn’t plan to leave UK soon

Chris Leach
January 15, 2018
Kentucky cheerleaders entertain the crowd during a timeout during the game against Georgia on Sunday, December 31, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 66 to 61. Photo by Olivia Beach | Staff

Internet responds to Kentucky cheer’s 23rd national championship

Chris Leach
January 14, 2018
The Kentucky Wildcat and Kentucky cheerleaders create a pyramid during the game against Fort Wayne on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 86-67. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Kentucky cheer wins 23rd national championship

Chris Leach
January 14, 2018
Kentucky freshman guard Kevin Knox and Vanderbilt senior Matthew Fisher-Davis fight for the ball during the game at Memorial Gym on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo by Ziyi Liu | Vanderbilt Hustler

Knox starting to return to form

Chris Leach
January 13, 2018

UK heads to Nashville early to avoid weather

Chris Leach
January 12, 2018
Kentucky Wildcats linebacker Josh Allen (41) runs onto the field pointing his hand with the 'L down' before the game against Louisville on Saturday, November 25, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Carter Gossett | Staff

Newborn son and NFL Draft process humbling for Josh Allen

Chris Leach
January 11, 2018
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jarred Vanderbilt celebrates during the second half of the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Thompson-Boling Arena on Saturday, January 6, 2017 in Knoxville, TN. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

Jarred Vanderbilt has one final hurdle to clear before debut

Chris Leach
January 9, 2018
Tennessee Volunteer Forward Admiral Schofield grabs a defensive rebound during the first half of the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Thompson-Boling Arena on Saturday, January 6, 2017 in Knoxville, TN. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

Toughness again an issue in UK’s loss to Tennessee

Chris Leach
January 7, 2018
Head coach John Calipari shakes hands with Volunteers head coach Rick Barnes after the game against the Tennessee Volunteers on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky defeated Tennessee 83-58.

UK set for top 25 showdown against Tennessee

Chris Leach
January 6, 2018
Kentucky junior forward Maci Morris shields the ball during the game against Louisville on Sunday, December 17, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky was defeated 87-63. Photo by Rick Childress | Staff

Cats come close to ending losing streak, but fall to Texas A&M

Chris Leach
January 4, 2018
Kentucky fights for the ball during the game against Georgia on Sunday, December 31, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 66 to 61. Photo by Olivia Beach | Staff

Early tests show SEC play will be difficult for UK

Chris Leach
January 3, 2018
Freshman forward Wenyen Gabriel shoots a layup during the quarterfinal game of the SEC Tournament against the Georgia Bulldogs on Friday, March 10, 2017 in Nashville, Ky. Kentucky won the game 71-60.

UK men’s basketball opens SEC schedule with Georgia

Chris Leach
December 30, 2017
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops talks to Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Stephen Johnson during the Music City Bowl game against Northwestern on Friday, December 29, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky was defeated 24-23. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK football’s season not a total bust with a 7-6 record

Chris Leach
December 30, 2017
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Stephen Johnson runs down the field during the Music City Bowl game against Northwestern on Friday, December 29, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky was defeated 24-23. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK’s late comeback falls short in the Music City Bowl

Chris Leach
December 29, 2017
Kentucky Wildcats running back Benny Snell Jr. is escorted to the locker room after being ejected from the game during the Music City Bowl game against Northwestern on Friday, December 29, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky was defeated 24-23. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

The internet reacts to Benny Snell’s ejection from bowl game

Chris Leach
December 29, 2017
Kentucky freshman guard Quade Green guards UCLA junior guard Aaron Holiday during the CBS Sports Classic game on Saturday, December 23, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Kentucky was defeated 83-75. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Loss to UCLA an unsurprising bump in the road for UK

Chris Leach
December 23, 2017
Kentucky redshirt freshman guard Hamidou Diallo gets the rebound during the game against Eastern Tennessee State University on Friday, November 17, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 78-61. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Notes from UK Men’s Basketball Dec. 19 practice

Chris Leach
December 19, 2017
Kentucky red-shirt freshman guard Hamidou Diallo dunks the ball during the game against Virginia Tech on Saturday, December 16, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK pulls away late to defeat Virginia Tech

Chris Leach
December 16, 2017
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops shakes hands with fans during the Cat Walk before the game against Ole Miss on Saturday, November 4, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky lost the game 37-34. Photo by Carter Gossett | Staff

Cats looking ‘rusty’ two weeks away from bowl game

Chris Leach
December 15, 2017
Freshman forward PJ Washington shoots the ball over a defender during the game against UIC on Sunday, November 26, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won the game 107-73. Photo by Hunter Mitchell

P.J. Washington has breakout game after Calipari calls it

Chris Leach
December 9, 2017
Head coach John Calipari of the Kentucky Wildcats screams at his players during the game against Harvard Saturday, December 2, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky defeated Harvard 79-70. Photo by Carter Gossett | Staff

John Calipari trying to get his team to stop letting go of the rope

Chris Leach
December 7, 2017
The Kentucky Wildcat and Kentucky cheerleaders create a pyramid during the game against Fort Wayne on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 86-67. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK cheer has a big opportunity to expand its sport

Chris Leach
December 4, 2017
UK athletics director Mitch Barnhart talks to the media after the ceremony for the new baseball stadium, scheduled to be finished fall 2018. Members of the University of Kentucky baseball team, coaching and supporting staffs, and season ticket holders signed a beam that was incorporated into the new baseball stadium on campus. The beam was installed during the "topping-out" ceremony on Thursday, November 2, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky, which is a tradition in the construction of large structures signifying the placement of the largest or highest piece of steel on the structure. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Barnhart glad the bowl game gives UK a chance to show who they are

Chris Leach
December 4, 2017
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jarred Vanderbilt #2 applauds from the bench during the Blue/White game on Friday, October 20, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Blue won 88-67. Photo by Chase Phillips | Staff

Vanderbilt not practicing this week before playing Harvard

Chris Leach
November 30, 2017
Freshman guards Quade Green (0) and Hamidou Diallo (3) talk during a foul shot during the game against UIC on Sunday, November 26, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won the game 107-73. Photo by Hunter Mitchell

More practice time around the corner as UK heads into December

Chris Leach
November 26, 2017
Louisville Cardinals running back Reggie Bonnafon (7) scores a touchdown during the Governor's Cup game against Kentucky at Kroger Field on Saturday, November 25, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Louisville won 44-17. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

After a short break, UK has work to do before their bowl game

Chris Leach
November 25, 2017
Kentucky freshman forward Nick Richards shoots a basket during the game against Fort Wayne on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Richards’ breakout game leads UK over Fort Wayne

Chris Leach
November 22, 2017
Stephen Johnson #15 of the Kentucky Wildcats high fives fans during the Cat Walk prior to the game against Vanderbilt University on Saturday, November 11, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Finding motivation is easy for UK’s offense during rivalry week

Chris Leach
November 21, 2017
Benny Snell Jr. #26 of the Kentucky Wildcats is tackled to the ground during the game against Vanderbilt University on Saturday, November 11, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky won 44 to 21. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Cats get routed by Georgia in final SEC game of the season

Chris Leach
November 18, 2017
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.

Kunc set for final cross country race at NCAA Championships

Chris Leach
November 17, 2017
Linebacker Josh Forrest (45) of the Kentucky Wildcats tackles running back Sony Michel during the first half of the game against the University of Georgia Bulldogs at Commonwealth Stadium on Saturday, November 8, 2014 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky trails Georgia 35-24. Photo by Michael Reaves

Georgia’s offense to be a handful for UK’s defense

Chris Leach
November 15, 2017
Head coach John Calipari of the Kentucky Wildcats yells at his team during the game against Kansas on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Kansas defeated Kentucky 65-61. Photo by Carter Gossett | Staff

Cats need work in late game situations after falling short to Kansas

Chris Leach
November 15, 2017
Derrick Baity #8 of the Kentucky Wildcats celebrates after a touchdown during the game against Vanderbilt University on Saturday, November 11, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky won 44 to 21. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK’s defense returns to form in beatdown of Vanderbilt

Chris Leach
November 11, 2017
Kentucky freshman forward Kevin Knox passes the ball to sophomore forward Wenyen Gabriel during the Kentucky Cares Classic charity game against Morehead State at Rupp Arena on Monday, October 30, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Cats pull away from Morehead State to win another exhibition game

Chris Leach
October 30, 2017
Kentucky linebacker Josh Allen Runs out of the tunnel before the game against the Florida Gators on Saturday, September 23, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky was defeated 28-27. Photo by Carter Gossett | Staff

Blitz Bros’ friendship supports football team

Chris Leach
October 4, 2017
Police make a line down Avenue of Champions, separating UK basketball fans from the lawn outside Memorial Coliseum on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, in Lexington, Kentucky. Fans camp out to buy tickets to secure their spot to Big Blue Madness which will be held on Friday October 13, 2017, at Rupp Arena as the beginning to the 2017-2018 basketball season. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Big Blue Madness campout means basketball season is near

Chris Leach
September 28, 2017
Jared Lorenzen weighed up to 500 pounds before launching the Jared Lorenzen Project, which is an effort to start a healthier lifestyle. Photo taken from The Jared Lorenzen Project Facebook page. 

Lorenzen has the tools to achieve goals in the Jared Lorenzen Project

Chris Leach
September 8, 2017
Offensive coordinator, Eddie Gran during the UK Football annual spring football game at Commonwealth Stadium. Saturday, April 16, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Joel Repoley | Staff.

Offense knows what mistakes it has to fix before facing EKU

Chris Leach
September 5, 2017
UK linebacker Jordan Jones attempts to tackle EKU cornerback Stanley Absanon during the University of Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky University homecoming football game on Sunday, October 4, 2015 in Lexington, KY. Photo by Cameron Sadler | Staff File Photo

EKU head coach impressed by UK’s defense

Chris Leach
September 4, 2017
Head coach Mark Stoops waves to the crowd after the game against Austin Peay on Saturday, November 19, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

Mark Stoops knows the offense must improve before Saturday’s game

Chris Leach
September 4, 2017
Kentucky men's basketball sponsors Teaming Up for Texas Telethon in collaboration with the Red Cross to raise money for victims of Hurricane Harvey in Houston. Photo by Quinn Foster | UK Athletics

Teaming Up for Texas telethon raises over $1 million

Chris Leach
September 3, 2017
Kentucky defensive end Denzil Ware rushes to the end zone after sacking the quarterback during the Wildcat's game against the Southern Miss Golden Eagles at Commonwealth Stadium on Sept. 2, 2016 in Lexington, Kentucky.

Defense comes up big in UK’s victory over Southern Miss

Chris Leach
September 2, 2017
UK Athletics plans to send a clothing donation on top of the $150,000 previously raised in the Alumni Charity game. Men's basketball is also hosting a telethon in an effort of raising more money. Photo by UK Athletics.

UK responds to Kelvin Sampson’s challenge by donating UK gear

Chris Leach
August 31, 2017
Kentucky Wildcats defensive coordinator Matt House coaches the defense during the blue white spring game at Commonwealth Stadium on Friday, April 14, 2017 in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

Defense more prepared for Southern Miss. this season

Chris Leach
August 30, 2017
Fans hold pom-poms in the air and cheer during the game against Georgia on Saturday, November 5, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

History shows that home-opening football games go well for UK

Chris Leach
August 28, 2017
Head coach John Calipari watches his team during the open practice at Baker's Life Fieldhouse on Thursday, March 16, 2017 in Indianapolis, In.

Calipari provides update on Vanderbilt and Fox’s families in Houston

Chris Leach
August 28, 2017
Members of the University of Kentucky Football Team hangout on the field during the media day at Kroger Field on Sunday July 30, 2017 in Lexington, KY. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Behind Snell, Cats project to be fine at running back

Chris Leach
August 19, 2017
Bunchy Stallings played center in high school and will likely move back to the position this season after the graduation of Jon Toth. Photo submitted by UK Athletics. 

Cats believe they can overcome the challenge of replacing Jon Toth

Chris Leach
August 19, 2017
Darius West projects to be a starting safety for UK this season. Photo submitted by UK Athletics.

Darius West ready to contribute after rough start to career

Chris Leach
August 19, 2017
Fans wait in line to get autographs from the quarterbacks during fan day at the Joe Craft Football Training Facility on Saturday, August 5, 2017 in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff

Mixed reviews come out of UK’s first scrimmage on the quarterbacks

Chris Leach
August 12, 2017
Running back Benny Snell Jr. #26 of the Kentucky Wildcats carries the ball for a short gain during the first half of the TaxSlayer Bowl against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at EverBank Field on Saturday, December 31, 2016 in Jacksonville, Florida. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK football practice report: Aug. 4

Chris Leach
August 4, 2017
Football Coach Mark Stoops talks during a pre-game press conference at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky., on Saturday, January 12, 2013.

Main takeaways from Stoops at media day

Chris Leach
July 30, 2017
Head coach Mark Stoops addresses the media on National Signing Day at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Ky. on Wednesday, February 3, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.

Three takeaways from UK’s SEC media day

Chris Leach
July 13, 2017
Kentucky defeats Louisville, 41-38, and wins the Governor's Cup for the first time since 2010 on Saturday, November 26, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

UK’s SEC Network takeover schedule set with many exciting replays

Chris Leach
July 13, 2017
14 Pj Washington (USA) - Islamic Republic of Iran v United States of America, 2017 FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup (EGY), Cairo - Cairo Stadium Indoor Hall 1(EGY), Group Phase, 1 July, 2017.

The future of UK basketball becoming clear at FIBA U19 Championships

Chris Leach
July 7, 2017
Logo of the Learfield Directors' Cup provided by NACDA's website.

UK finishes 10th in final Directors’ Cup standings

Chris Leach
June 29, 2017
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Nick Mingione celebrates after winning the Lexington Regional at Cliff Hagan Stadium on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

Epic year of UK/UofL rivalry ends in the Super Regionals

Chris Leach
June 8, 2017
Sha'Keela Saunders jumps on day one of the 2017 NCAA East Preliminary Championships on Thursday, May 25, 2017, at the Kentucky Track and Field Complex in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Elliott Hess | UK Athletics

After many close finishes, Sha’keela Saunders is ready to win a title

Chris Leach
June 2, 2017
Kentucky Wildcats forward Wenyen Gabriel and the bench react after a three pointer against the UCLA Bruins during the 2017 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament South Regional Sweet 16 at FedExForum in Memphis, TN on Friday March 24, 2017. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff

Next season’s roster gives Calipari flexibility for starting lineup

Chris Leach
May 25, 2017

UK women’s golf ends season at NCAA Regionals

Chris Leach
May 10, 2017
Mitch Barnhart during the CATSPYs on Monday, April 24, 2017 in Lexington, Ky.

Football stadium renamed to Kroger Field

Chris Leach
May 1, 2017
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Big weekend ahead for UK’s track & field team

Chris Leach
April 26, 2017
Tyler McDaniel during the second round of the Southeastern Conference Championship at Sea Island Golf Club's Seaside Course in St. Simons Island, Ga., on Saturday, April 16, 2016.

UK men’s golf falls short of advancing to match play

Chris Leach
April 23, 2017
Guard Makayla Epps and forward Evelyn Akhator laugh in the tunnel prior to the game against the Oklahoma Sooners on Monday, March 21, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

Akhator and Epps make history at WNBA draft

Chris Leach
April 13, 2017
Senior Beck Pennington competes in singles against Alabama on Sunday April 9, 2017. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK men’s tennis’ comeback falls short

Chris Leach
April 9, 2017
Kentucky Wildcats guard Malik Monk hits a late three to keep the Wildcats in the game during the 2017 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament South Regional Elite 8 at FedExForum on Sunday, March 26, 2017 in Memphis, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

Monk wins Jerry West Award

Chris Leach
April 7, 2017
Freshman Mollie Korth performs on the beam during the meet against Alabama on February 10, 2017. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK gymnastics falls short of NCAA Championships berth

Chris Leach
April 2, 2017
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UK commits have a busy week at McDonald’s All-American Game

Chris Leach
March 29, 2017
Kentucky Wildcats forward Isaac Humphries celebrates after hitting a jump shot during the 2017 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament South Regional Elite 8 at FedExForum on Sunday, March 26, 2017 in Memphis, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

Humphries’ surprise big game not enough to lift the Cats over UNC

Chris Leach
March 26, 2017
Justin Jackson UNC

Once teammates, De’Aaron Fox and Justin Jackson ready to face each other again

Chris Leach
March 25, 2017
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NCAA Tournament Sweet 16: No. 2 UK vs. No. 3 UCLA game breakdown

Chris Leach
March 24, 2017
Lonzo Ball dribbles down the court during the Wildcats' game against the UCLA Bruins at Papa John's Stadium on December 3, 2016 in Louisville, Kentucky.

LaVar Ball gives his opinion on the UCLA and UK matchup

Chris Leach
March 22, 2017
Kentucky Wildcat seniors Makayla Epps and Evelyn Akhator share a moment after defeating the #3 Mississippi State Bulldogs on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women end a successful season with a disappointing loss

Chris Leach
March 19, 2017
Head coach Matthew Mitchell of the Kentucky Wildcats gives a thumbs up to fans after the NCAA women's basketball tournament Sweet 16 game against the Washington Huskies at Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY on Friday, March 25, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.

UK women earn fourth seed in Lexington region

Chris Leach
March 13, 2017
Kentucky Wildcat forward Evelyn Akhator finishes through contact during the first quarter of the game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women head into NCAA tournament with confidence, despite injuries

Chris Leach
March 8, 2017
Kentucky Wildcat guard Makayla Epps shoots a jump shot during the third quarter of the game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women’s comeback falls short in SEC semifinals

Chris Leach
March 4, 2017
Kentucky Wildcat forward Evelyn Akhator shoots a jump shot during the second quarter of the game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women advance to semifinals after handling Alabama

Chris Leach
March 3, 2017
Kentucky Wildcat guard Makayla Epps poses with her family and Kentucky Wildcat head coach Matthew Mitchell during the senior night ceremony prior to the game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women enters SEC tournament with momentum on their side

Chris Leach
March 1, 2017
Kentucky Wildcat guard Taylor Murray shoots a layup during the first quarter of the game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women fall to South Carolina to finish the season

Chris Leach
February 26, 2017
Kentucky Wildcat guard Makayla Epps celebrates as time expires during the game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women win a thriller against Mississippi State on senior night

Chris Leach
February 23, 2017
Junior forward Evelyn Akhator (13) jumps for the ball for the opening tip before the game against the Tennessee Volunteers on Monday, January 25, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won the game 64-63. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

Akhator’s fantastic career winding down at UK

Chris Leach
February 22, 2017
Guard Makayla Epps and forward Evelyn Akhator laugh in the tunnel prior to the game against the Oklahoma Sooners on Monday, March 21, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

UK women hope to send seniors off with a big win

Chris Leach
February 22, 2017
Sophomore UT guard Jaime Nared (31) drives the paint against junior forward Evelyn Akhator (13) during the game against the Tennessee Volunteers on Monday, January 25, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won the game 64-63. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

UK women take care of Florida for tenth SEC win

Chris Leach
February 19, 2017
Freshman guard Taylor Murray (24) drives past a defender during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks on Sunday, February 21, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won the game 77-63. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

UK women win up and down battle at Arkansas

Chris Leach
February 16, 2017
Head coach Matthew Mitchell of the Kentucky Wildcats yells to his team during the NCAA women's basketball tournament Sweet 16 game against the Washington Huskies at Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY on Friday, March 25, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.

UK women look to keep winning streaks alive at Arkansas

Chris Leach
February 15, 2017
Kentucky forward Evelyn Akhator shoots a hook shot during the first half of the game against the Ole Miss Rebels at Memorial Coliseum on Thursday, January 26, 2017 in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women take care of Georgia to stay in contention in the SEC standings

Chris Leach
February 9, 2017
Kentucky guard Makayla Epps shoots a runner during the first half of the game against the Ole Miss Rebels at Memorial Coliseum on Thursday, January 26, 2017 in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women end two-game skid with a win over Vanderbilt

Chris Leach
February 5, 2017
Kentucky Wildcats guard Makayla Epps fights through contact to shoot a layup during the second half of the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women can’t contain South Carolina’s size, get pummeled at home

Chris Leach
February 2, 2017
Kentucky guard Taylor Murray directs the offense during the first half of the game against the Ole Miss Rebels at Memorial Coliseum on Thursday, January 26, 2017 in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women’s win streak ends at Mizzou

Chris Leach
January 30, 2017
Kentucky forward Evelyn Akhator finishes through contact during the first half of the game against the Ole Miss Rebels at Memorial Coliseum on Thursday, January 26, 2017 in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

UK women continue hot streak, blow out Ole Miss for fifth straight win

Chris Leach
January 26, 2017
Junior guard Makayla Epps (25) high fives freshman guard Maci Morris (4) after she makes a three during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks on Sunday, February 21, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won the game 77-63. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

UK women hold on late to beat Auburn on the road

Chris Leach
January 22, 2017
Forward Evelyn Akhator (13) shoots the ball during the game against the Oklahoma Sooners on Monday, March 21, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

Akhator continues strong play to lead Cats to third straight win

Chris Leach
January 19, 2017
Junior forward Evelyn Akhator (13) shoots the ball during the game against the Auburn Tigers on Sunday, January 17, 2016 in Lexington,. Kentucky won the game 54-47. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

UK women beat up Georgia behind another big day from Akhator

Chris Leach
January 15, 2017
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