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Hundreds gather for a vigil for UK dance team member Kate Kaufling on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Greek Park at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Kaufling, a sophomore, died from bone cancer less than a year after her diagnosis. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky students attend vigil for Kate Kaufling
April 18, 2024
The Phi Kappa Tau building on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Pennsylvania Court in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Phi Kappa Tau fraternity reinstated as student organization
April 17, 2024
Joe Bologna stands in front of his portrait on the 50th Anniversary of his pizzeria on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Joe Bolognas Restaurant and Pizzeria in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Beloved restaurant-owner Joe Bologna to retire after a life in the business
April 16, 2024
People find a place to sit before a vigil for UK dance team member Kate Kaufling on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Greek Park at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Kaufling, a sophomore, died from bone cancer less than a year after her diagnosis. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Celebration of life for Kate Kaufling
April 16, 2024
Former UK President, David P. Roselle, speaks at the Naming Ceremony for Roselle Hall on April 24, 2012, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Quianna Lige | Staff
Former UK President David Roselle dies at 84
April 15, 2024
The Phi Kappa Tau building on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Pennsylvania Court in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Phi Kappa Tau fraternity reinstated as student organization
April 17, 2024
Organizers dance to start the kick-off of Dance Blue on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Dancers raise record breaking $2.13 million at annual DanceBlue marathon
April 8, 2024
An audience of students and family members sit before the 48 Hour Film Race screening on Friday, March 29, 2024, in the William T. Young Library Auditorium in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Akhila Nadimpalli
UK Libraries and Student Media Depot announce winners of 48 Hour Film Race
April 3, 2024
Tom Fricker, a UK groundskeeper, lifts branches out of the road behind the Whitehall Classroom Building and Patterson Office Tower after severe storm damage on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Severe weather causes damage across Lexington
April 2, 2024
RJ Stone passes out Pride flags at Kentucky Black Pride fest on Saturday, Sep. 17, 2023, at Woodland park, Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Office of LGBTQ Resources hosts SafeZone workshop to educate campus community on allyship
April 1, 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
Hundreds gather for a vigil for UK dance team member Kate Kaufling on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Greek Park at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Kaufling, a sophomore, died from bone cancer less than a year after her diagnosis. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky students attend vigil for Kate Kaufling
April 18, 2024
Joe Bologna stands in front of his portrait on the 50th Anniversary of his pizzeria on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Joe Bolognas Restaurant and Pizzeria in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Beloved restaurant-owner Joe Bologna to retire after a life in the business
April 16, 2024
People find a place to sit before a vigil for UK dance team member Kate Kaufling on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Greek Park at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Kaufling, a sophomore, died from bone cancer less than a year after her diagnosis. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Celebration of life for Kate Kaufling
April 16, 2024
People watch as jockeys and their horses take to the track at the start of the third race on opening day during the Spring meet on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
UK students attend opening day at Keeneland Spring Meet
April 9, 2024
Horses race around the track during the 6th race on opening day during the Spring meet on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PHOTOS: Keeneland Spring Meet Opening Day 2024
April 6, 2024
Sarah Corman, a social work graduate student, watches the partial solar eclipse with her daughter Penelope on Monday, April 8, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Solar eclipse 2024 in Lexington
April 8, 2024
Lexington community members join University of Kentucky students to watch the solar eclipse at Johnson Center Field on the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington, KY on Monday, August 21, 2017.
Kentucky to see a solar eclipse for the first time since 2017
April 7, 2024
The Beshear family and friends stand during the Armed Forces Salute during the 62nd Kentucky inauguration ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Bill to end DEI initiatives at public universities in Kentucky fails to be voted on before veto period
March 30, 2024
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell speaks at an event during President Biden’s visit to Kentucky to discuss infrastructure on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023, near the Brent Spence Bridge in Covington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | File
Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell to step down as Republican Leader in November
February 28, 2024
Gov. Andy Beshear is sworn in during the 62nd Kentucky inauguration ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
‘We love you, and we will get the job done.’ Beshear officially inaugurated for 2nd term
December 12, 2023
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
Brandi Frisby named associate provost for academic affairs
Brandi Frisby named associate provost for academic affairs
April 12, 2024
UK extends enrollment deadline for the fall 2024 semester for first-year students
UK extends enrollment deadline for the fall 2024 semester for first-year students
April 11, 2024
Faculty expressed desire to be ‘true partners’ with administration at UK
Faculty expressed desire to be ‘true partners’ with administration at UK
March 28, 2024
Tensions remain high amidst proposed changes to shared governance structure
Tensions remain high amidst proposed changes to shared governance structure
March 12, 2024
Timothy Umsteads 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 UKs 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
Chief Justice John D. Minton Jr. listens to UKs lawyer during oral arguments heard by the Kentucky Supreme Court in UKs lawsuit against the Kernel on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, at the Kentucky Supreme Court in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.
Details of the James Harwood investigation and records battle
August 26, 2021
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
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
October 4, 2022
Timothy Umsteads 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
Former University of Kentucky student Timothy Umstead, 19, was arrested at 209 University Ave. on Feb. 7, 2024 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Former UK student arrested for wanton endangerment after allegedly making threats
February 8, 2024
UK Police reports vehicle theft on campus
UK Police reports vehicle theft on campus
August 21, 2023
UK police notify campus of sexual abuse in residence hall
UK police notify campus of sexual abuse in residence hall
May 1, 2023
UK police notify campus of sexual assault
UK police notify campus of sexual assault
March 31, 2023
Author-Illustrator Rachel Elliot sits in front of the graphic novel section of the Lucille Caudill Little Fine Arts Library on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Art is the love of Rachel Elliott’s life
April 5, 2024
Kae Brandenburg, an Electrical Engineering major, poses for a portrait on March, 22, 2024, in Lexington Kentucky at the William T. Young Library. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Mullets: Past their prime or ‘hair’ to stay?
April 4, 2024
Ty Osborne, a media arts and studies student and professional voice actor, poses for a portrait inside the University of Kentuckys Media Depot on Feb. 5, 2024, in Lexington, Ky.
Behind the mic: UK student Ty Osborne finds success as a professional voice actor
March 21, 2024
Green Party Presidential candidate Jill Stein poses for a portrait on Monday, March 4, 2024, in the William T. Young Library at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein fights to make an ‘America that works for all of us’
March 7, 2024
Friends and family of Madison Becknell gather to mourn her death during a vigil on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Baptist Campus Ministry in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Madison Pearl Becknell: ‘A ray of sunshine’
March 7, 2024
Kenny Payne talks to guard Charles Matthews on the sidelines during the UK vs. Mississippi State mens basketball game on Jan. 20, 2015, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Taylor Pence | Staff
Former Kentucky head coach John Calipari hires Kenny Payne to join Arkansas staff
April 18, 2024
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Florida mens’s basketball game on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 94-91. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky icon Reed Sheppard declares for 2024 NBA Draft
April 18, 2024
Members of the Kentucky Wildcats eSports team take on Kennesaw State in the first round of the 2023 Kentucky Overwatch LAN at The Cornerstone on April 2, 2023. UK won 2-0. | Photo provided by UKY eSports
Kentucky esports raises hundreds for charity with Louisville in Governor’s Cup showdown
April 18, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari speaks to reporters after the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Kansas State mens basketball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kansas State won 75-69. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky prospect Billy Richmond decommits from UK
April 17, 2024
Mens basketball player Anthony Davis before being inducted into UK Athletics Hall of Fame at Woodford Reserve Club in Kroger Field on Friday, Sept. 21, 2018 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky leads the way with three members of USA Basketball Olympic Team
April 17, 2024
Kentucky forward Ugonna Onyenso puts his head in his hands after the No. 3 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Oakland mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Kentucky lost 80-76. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
BROADCAST: Kentucky students react to NCAA Tournament loss
March 23, 2024
Kentucky head coach Kyra Elzy coaches her team during during the Kentucky vs. Minnesota womens basketball game on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 76-57. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PODCAST: Reeves, Elzy and all things basketball
January 21, 2024
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard leaves the court after warmups before the Kentucky vs. Louisville men’s basketball game on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PODCAST: UK Basketball SEC Openers
January 17, 2024
BROADCAST: Jojo Edmonds makes history on UK Dance Team
BROADCAST: Jojo Edmonds makes history on UK Dance Team
December 13, 2023
Kentucky running back Ray Davis (1) runs with the ball during the Kentucky vs. Louisville football game on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Kentucky won 38-31. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PODCAST: All things football
November 30, 2023
Kenny Payne talks to guard Charles Matthews on the sidelines during the UK vs. Mississippi State mens basketball game on Jan. 20, 2015, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Taylor Pence | Staff
Former Kentucky head coach John Calipari hires Kenny Payne to join Arkansas staff
April 18, 2024
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Florida mens’s basketball game on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 94-91. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky icon Reed Sheppard declares for 2024 NBA Draft
April 18, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari speaks to reporters after the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Kansas State mens basketball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kansas State won 75-69. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky prospect Billy Richmond decommits from UK
April 17, 2024
Mens basketball player Anthony Davis before being inducted into UK Athletics Hall of Fame at Woodford Reserve Club in Kroger Field on Friday, Sept. 21, 2018 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky leads the way with three members of USA Basketball Olympic Team
April 17, 2024
Kentucky forward Ugonna Onyenso watches on during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. Missouri mens basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 90-77. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky big man Ugonna Onyenso hires agent, declares for 2024 NBA Draft
April 17, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks speaks to media during his introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Kentucky women’s basketball roster tracker: Who’s gone and who’s new?
April 5, 2024
Kentucky women’s basketball gets Clara Strack from Virginia Tech
April 5, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks and athletic director Mitch Barnhart hold up a Kentucky jersey during Brooks introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Virginia Tech star Georgia Amoore announces transfer to Kentucky
April 4, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks speaks to media during his introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Kentucky women’s basketball lands first transfer under Kenny Brooks in Amelia Hassett
April 4, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks and athletic director Mitch Barnhart hold up a Kentucky jersey during Brooks introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Kenny Brooks touches down in Lexington, provides his vision for women’s basketball program
March 28, 2024
Kentucky quarterback Brock Vandagriff (12) prepares to throw the ball during the Kentucky Blue-White Spring football game on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football spring game
April 15, 2024
Kentucky coach Vince Marrow stands on the sideline during the Kentucky vs. Missouri football game on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 38-21. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky football lands 2025 three-star offensive lineman Tucker Kattus
March 27, 2024
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops walks through the Cat Walk before the Kentucky vs. Alabama football game on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo Abbey Cutrer | Staff
ANALYSIS: Kentucky football will have revitalized offense for new coordinator
February 16, 2024
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops waves to fans at the Cat Walk before the Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky football game on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky football hires new offensive coordinator Bush Hamdan
February 14, 2024
Kentucky offensive coordinator Liam Coen coaches his team during an open practice in Lexington, Ky., Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
Kentucky offensive coordinator Liam Coen leaves for Tampa Bay Buccaneers
February 3, 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
Ryan Waldschmidt, Kentucky baseball thrives in 17-13 win at Louisville
April 17, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Drew Lafferty pitches the ball during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, Mar. 5, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-0. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky baseball jumps to No. 3 of D1Baseball top 25
April 15, 2024
Kentucky infielder Ryan Nicholson prepares to hit during the Kentucky vs Auburn baseball game on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Plainsman Park in Auburn, Alabama. Kentucky won 13-8. Photo provided by Auburn Athletics
COMEBACK CATS: Kentucky baseball comes back from 7-0 down to win 13-8
April 15, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Grant Smith (12) rounds second base after hitting a homerun during the No. 18 Kentucky vs. No. 25 Missouri baseball game on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Home run frenzy sees Kentucky remain undefeated in SEC series
April 15, 2024
Kentucky infielder Ryan Nicholson catches the ball during the Kentucky vs Alabama baseball game on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Ryan Nicholson leads the way as Bat Cats conquer Auburn 6-5 in game one
April 15, 2024
Kentucky infielder Margaret Tobias (12) runs towards first base 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
Kentucky softball outlasts No. 7 Georgia to claim thrilling series win
April 16, 2024
Kentucky shortstop Erin Coffel (21) throws her bat after it breaks 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
Erin Coffel and Kayla Kowalik named to U.S. Women’s National Team’s Japan All-Star Series roster
April 14, 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
Kentucky softball takes down No. 7 Georgia 7-5 in first game of the series
April 13, 2024
Kentucky infielder Grace Lorsung (33) prepares to throw the ball to first base 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
PREVIEW: A glimpse into Kentucky softball’s remaining conference schedule
April 13, 2024
Kentucky infielder Lauryn Borzilleri (88) looks at a teammate 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
Big weekend for Borzilleri and Hamilton in Kentucky softball’s series loss to No. 14 Texas A&M
April 9, 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
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.
No. 6 Kentucky gymnastics falls on senior night
March 5, 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.
PHOTOS: Kentucky gymnastics celebrates Senior Day against Florida
March 4, 2024
Kentucky freshman Matt Rankin hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky men’s tennis freshmen and their role in undefeated SEC season
April 17, 2024
Kentucky freshman Jack Loutit hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Virginia mens tennis match on Sunday Feb. 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 5 Kentucky men’s tennis claims SEC Title, finishes league play undefeated
April 15, 2024
Kentucky women’s tennis gathers in a huddle before the start of their match vs Missouri on Mar. 29, 2024 in Lexington Kentucky at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center. Kentucky won the match 4-0. Photo by Aidan Dillard-Hijikata | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis suffers sweep to South Carolina and Florida
April 9, 2024
Kentucky fifth year Taha Baadi hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 4 Kentucky men’s tennis defeats No. 19 South Carolina, improves to 19-2
April 9, 2024
Lizzy Stevens and Zoe Hammond during their doubles match vs Missouri on Mar. 29, 2024 in Lexington Kentucky at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center. Kentucky won the match 4-0. Photo by Aidan Dillard-Hijikata | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis splits SEC matches at home
April 3, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Richard Clark puts his hand in his pocket during 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
Kentucky rifle earns 4,730 NCAA qualifying score
February 21, 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
Kentucky rifle comes up short at West Virginia
February 11, 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
Kentucky rifle defeats Navy, starts new season 2-0
November 6, 2023
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Kentucky rifle opens new season with a bullseye, defeats Morehead State 4727-4661
October 20, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Mitchell Nelson adjusts his stock during 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
Kentucky rifle comes up short in NCAA Championships in Akron, takes bronze
March 13, 2023
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
Emma Green competes 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 splits season-opening double header against Ashland and Alma
February 9, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Reagan Rutherford (10) sets the ball during the Kentucky vs. Pitt volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-0. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky volleyball veteran Reagan Rutherford to enter transfer portal following NCAA Tournament loss
December 12, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Erin Lamb (13) waits during the Kentucky vs. Pitt volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-0. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky volleyball suffers 3-2 defeat in NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen
December 7, 2023
Kentucky celebrates a kill during the Kentucky vs. Baylor volleyball game on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky seniors complete triumphant home finale with 3-0 win over Baylor in NCAA Tournament
December 5, 2023
Kentucky libero Eleanor Beavin digs a ball during the Kentucky vs. Wofford volleyball game on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky volleyball sweeps Wofford for 17th straight win to advance to NCAA Tournament Second Round
December 2, 2023
Kentucky setter Emma Grome (4) celebrates during the Kentucky vs. LSU volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky volleyball begins NCAA Tournament as No. 8 overall seed
November 27, 2023
Kentucky Midfielder Brennan Creek dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Georgia State mens soccer match on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 2-2. Photo by Kyleigh Miller | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer books last second trip to NCAA Tournament
November 23, 2023
Kentucky Midfielder Brennan Creek dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Georgia State mens soccer match on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 2-2. Photo by Kyleigh Miller | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer wraps up regular season with win over Georgia Southern
November 6, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats defender Marqes Muir (4) hypes up the crowd during the Kentucky vs. Lipscomb mens soccer match on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer stuns No. 1 Marshall 2-0, claims first conference victory
October 23, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Alfred Baafi dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. UCF mens soccer match on Friday, Sept. 29, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer saves draw against Georgia State to keep tournament hopes alive
October 20, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Johan Cedergren yells at a referee after a UK goal was called back during the University of Kentucky vs. Marshall University soccer game on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at the Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 1-0. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer’s Johan Cedergren remains confident as postseason play approaches
October 19, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Tanner Strickland chases after the ball during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky Women’s Soccer falls to the Georgia Bulldogs in SEC Championship Quarterfinals 2-1
November 9, 2023
Kentucky defender Grace Phillpotts takes a corner kick during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky Women’s Soccer claims victory against LSU, secures first SEC Tournament win since 2014
November 6, 2023
Kentucky defender Grace Phillpotts takes a corner kick during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer finishes regular season with 1-0 loss at Ole Miss
October 29, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Anna Young looks to pass the ball during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 23 Kentucky women’s soccer edges Mizzou 1-0 in its final home game of the season
October 25, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Anna Young looks to pass the ball during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 23 Kentucky women’s soccer drops second straight match, falls 1-0 to Georgia
October 20, 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
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
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 records personal bests at Black and Gold Invitational
March 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Jordan Anthony (13) makes a heart at UK fans before the Kentucky vs. Iowa Music City Bowl football game on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK lost 21-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
Jordan Anthony and Masai Russell claim silver medals at NCAA Indoors
March 13, 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
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UKs Sun Shall Shine Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
BREAKING: Kentucky swim and dive accused of complicity in sexual violence against student athletes
April 12, 2024
A Kentucky mens swimmer competes during the Kentucky Swim & Dive Senior Night and meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky Mens swim & dive won 186-111, while Kentucky Womens swim & dive won 207-93. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Column: Kentucky swim and dive’s future is bright despite what the numbers indicate
March 28, 2024
Kentucky swimmers hug after competing during the 2024 SEC Mens and Womens 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 dive’s performance during the SEC Championships establishes 16 new top-ten program times
February 29, 2024
A Kentucky womens swimmer compete during the Kentucky Swim & Dive Senior Night and meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky Mens swim & dive won 186-111, while Kentucky Womens swim & dive won 207-93. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PREVIEW: Kentucky swim and dive set to compete in highly anticipated SEC Championships
February 19, 2024
A Kentucky mens swimmer competes during the Kentucky Swim & Dive Senior Night and meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky Mens swim & dive won 186-111, while Kentucky Womens swim & dive won 207-93. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Breaking down UK swim and dive’s schedule post ‘Senior Day’
February 9, 2024
A member of the Kentucky mens golf team walks the course during the 2024 Mason Rudolph Championship tournament at Vanderbilt Legends-South Golf Course in Franklin, Tennessee. UK finished ninth. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky men’s golf finishes ninth in Mason Rudolph Championship
April 13, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats womens golfer Laney Frye swings a wedge during the first round of the SEC Championships at Greystone Golf and Country Club in Birmingham, Alabama, on April 12, 2023. | Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky women’s golf finishes in top half of Clemson Invitational
March 30, 2024
Kentucky men’s golf opens spring season with sixth place finish at Briar’s Creek
February 9, 2024
Kentucky womens golfer Laney Frye competes in the third round of the NCAA Championship finals at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona. Photo by Tim Cowie, provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky womens golf misses cut at SEC Championship
April 16, 2023
Tyler McDaniel during the second round of the Southeastern Conference Championship at Sea Island Golf Clubs Seaside Course in St. Simons Island, Ga., on Saturday, April 16, 2016.
Kentucky mens golf finishes seventh at Lewis Chitengwa Memorial
April 12, 2023
Kentucky defenseman Kyle Burke flips a puck off of his stick during the Kentucky vs. Xavier club hockey game on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 11-1. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky hockey suffers conference tournament loss versus Miami (OH)
February 11, 2024
Members of the Kentucky hockey team celebrate 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 records victory in opening round of TSCHL Tournament
February 9, 2024
Members of the Kentucky hockey team celebrate 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 sweeps regular season finale against Michigan
February 9, 2024
Kentucky center Cameron Chabot (39) skates with the puck 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 hockey suffers road loss at Ohio University
January 30, 2024
Kentucky defenseman Kyle Burke controls the puck during the Kentucky vs. Xavier club hockey game on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 11-1. Photo by Kolby Wohl | Staff
Kentucky hockey sweeps weekend series over Louisville, keeps Bourbon Barrel Trophy
January 24, 2024
Kentucky freshman Matt Rankin hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky men’s tennis freshmen and their role in undefeated SEC season
April 17, 2024
New University of Kentucky men’s basketball coach Mark Pope holds his first press conference on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at the Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
COLUMN: It’s a new era for Kentucky basketball, and it’s a breath of fresh air
April 14, 2024
Kentucky head coach John Calipari commands players during a timeout during the Kentucky vs. Tennessee mens’s basketball game on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 103-92. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
COLUMN: John Calipari’s move to Arkansas is better for him … and Kentucky
April 8, 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: The decision to ban prop bets on college athletes is the right call and more states should move to do so
April 3, 2024
Kentucky players celebrate after Kentucky Wildcats infielder Grant Smith (12) hits a home run during 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
COLUMN: Kentucky’s “Bat Cats” a real threat to win the SEC
April 3, 2024
Rallyists hold up signs in opposition during the KY Fairness Rally on Feb. 15, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
COLUMN: Nex Benedict deserved to live and so do trans youth in Kentucky
April 18, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Belonging in crisis: A Palestinian student’s call for action at UK
April 16, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Maybe we should let the TikTok ban happen
April 14, 2024
The sun rises over the Red River Gorge on Saturday, August 5, 2023, in Stanton, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
The Red River Gorge is beautiful, act right when you visit
April 11, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Senioritis is real
April 9, 2024
Rallyists hold up signs in opposition during the KY Fairness Rally on Feb. 15, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
COLUMN: Nex Benedict deserved to live and so do trans youth in Kentucky
April 18, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
COLUMN: Biden vs. Trump: Is this really the best we can do?
March 4, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
COLUMN: iPhones vs. Androids: A guide to losing all your friends
February 20, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
COLUMN: Was our childhood really that great, or is the world just exponentially worse now?
February 6, 2024
Birds fly past the State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky, on Friday, October 13, 2023. Photo by Aidan Thompson
COLUMN: Punishing the homeless is not helpful, and legislators should know better
February 3, 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
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear speaks on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, before the fourth gubernatorial debate. Kentucky Lantern photo by Matthew Mueller
Editorial: We endorse Andy Beshear
October 24, 2023
Students walk out of the Gatton Student Center on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Editorial: Attendance should only be 10% of overall grades at UK
February 28, 2023
BROADCAST: Art on the Town
BROADCAST: Art on the Town
April 11, 2024
Horses race around the track during the 6th race on opening day during the Spring meet on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
BROADCAST: Opening Weekend at Keeneland
April 10, 2024
Organizers dance to start the kick-off of Dance Blue on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
BROADCAST: UK’s DanceBlue raised over $2.13 million dollars during the annual marathon
April 9, 2024
Sarah Corman, a social work graduate student, watches the partial solar eclipse with her daughter Penelope on Monday, April 8, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
BROADCAST: UK catches brief glimpse of solar eclipse
April 9, 2024
Kentucky infielder Ryan Nicholson catches the ball during the Kentucky vs Alabama baseball game on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: The Bat Cats
April 5, 2024
BROADCAST: Art on the Town
BROADCAST: Art on the Town
April 11, 2024
Horses race around the track during the 6th race on opening day during the Spring meet on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
BROADCAST: Opening Weekend at Keeneland
April 10, 2024
Organizers dance to start the kick-off of Dance Blue on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
BROADCAST: UK’s DanceBlue raised over $2.13 million dollars during the annual marathon
April 9, 2024
Sarah Corman, a social work graduate student, watches the partial solar eclipse with her daughter Penelope on Monday, April 8, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
BROADCAST: UK catches brief glimpse of solar eclipse
April 9, 2024
BROADCAST: African Students Association presents Taste of Africa
BROADCAST: African Students Association presents Taste of Africa
April 3, 2024
Kentucky infielder Ryan Nicholson catches the ball during the Kentucky vs Alabama baseball game on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: The Bat Cats
April 5, 2024
Cars damaged from debris from the first round of storms near the Taylor Education Building on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Catching Up with the Kernel: Severe rainstorms, DEI editorial and the perfect day at Keeneland
April 3, 2024
Kentucky head coach John Calipari yells at his team during the No. 3 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Oakland mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: The Calipari Conversation
March 28, 2024
Birds fly past the State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky, on Friday, October 13, 2023. Photo by Aidan Thompson
Catching Up with the Kernel: The Anti-Transparency Bill
March 27, 2024
POP! goes the Kernel: Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine’ and a pop culture Q&A
POP! goes the Kernel: Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine’ and a pop culture Q&A
March 22, 2024
John Calipari answers questions after watching the Selection Sunday show on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at Caliparis home in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
VIDEO: Kentucky mens basketball reacts to Selection Sunday results
March 15, 2023
A Southern Belle: His Journey for Identity
January 31, 2022
Homefield
June 9, 2021
The Little Things
June 9, 2021
Anita Crick kneels by her husband, Rodney, after measuring his blood oxygen levels on Feb. 22, 2021, in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Rodney recently returned home after a month of being hospitalized for COVID-19. Photo by Rachel Crick.
Lifeline: How one couple’s 55-year love story helped them beat COVID
June 8, 2021
People find a place to sit before a vigil for UK dance team member Kate Kaufling on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Greek Park at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Kaufling, a sophomore, died from bone cancer less than a year after her diagnosis. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Celebration of life for Kate Kaufling
April 16, 2024
Christen Westphal drives the ball past a defender on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Lynn Family Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Racing FC tied 0-0 with San Diego Wave. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PHOTOS: Racing FC ties with San Diego Wave
April 15, 2024
Anton Ffiske lands a punch on Trent Breuer during the UK Boxing club exhibition match on Friday, April 12, 2024, at Thrive Tribe Boxing club in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PHOTOS: UK boxing exhibition match
April 15, 2024
Kentucky quarterback Brock Vandagriff (12) prepares to throw the ball during the Kentucky Blue-White Spring football game on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football spring game
April 15, 2024
Mark Pope greets fans at his introductory press conference as the new head coach of Kentucky men’s basketball on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: BBN welcomes Mark Pope
April 14, 2024
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Hundreds gather for a vigil for UK dance team member Kate Kaufling on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Greek Park at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Kaufling, a sophomore, died from bone cancer less than a year after her diagnosis. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Kentucky students attend vigil for Kate Kaufling

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
April 18, 2024
Kentucky athletics director Mitch Barnhart, middle, watches 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

Scott Drew declines head coaching position at Kentucky

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
April 11, 2024
Kentucky head coach John Calipari reacts to a foul call during the Kentucky vs Vanderbilt mens basketball game on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024, at Memorial Gymnasium in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky won 109-77. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

BREAKING: Arkansas officially hires John Calipari in five-year, $7 million contract

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
April 10, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari reacts to a call during the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 1 North Carolina mens basketball game in the NCAA Tournament Elite 8 on Sunday, March 26, 2017, at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. North Carolina won 75-73. Photo by Addison Coffey | Kentucky Kernel

Remembering 15 years of Kentucky men’s basketball: The Calipari Era

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
April 9, 2024
Kate Kaufling poses for a portrait during media day. Photo by UK Athletics.

Kentucky dance team sophomore Kate Kaufling dies after fight against cancer

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
April 7, 2024
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Florida mens’s basketball game on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 94-91. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Reed Sheppard recognized as NABC National Freshman of the Year

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
April 2, 2024
Kentucky players exit the floor after the No. 3 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Oakland mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Kentucky lost 80-76. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

COLUMN: Words of a graduating Kentucky student

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
March 28, 2024
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard (15) goes for a rebound during the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 7 Texas A&M mens basketball match in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky lost 97-87. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

Editors’ picks: How far does Kentucky men’s basketball make it in March?

Samantha Money, Cole Parke, and Ali Cetinok
March 21, 2024

Kernel at the Buzzer: Kentucky Basketball and the postseason

Colton Johnson, Cole Parke, and Samantha Money
March 20, 2024
Kentucky guard DJ Wagner (21) waits to be helped up from the floor after fighting for a loose ball during the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 7 Texas A&M mens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky lost 97-87. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

Kentucky men bow out in first SEC Tournament game for second consecutive season

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
March 18, 2024
Kentucky head coach John Calipari reacts to a foul call during the No. 17 Kentucky vs. Gonzaga men’s basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 89-85. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

COLUMN: There’s no home court advantage in Rupp Arena

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
February 13, 2024
The Kentucky bench cheers during the Kentucky vs. Florida mens’s basketball game on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 94-91. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

ANALYSIS: D.J. Wagner absent during No. 10 Kentucky’s unranked losses this season

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
February 2, 2024
Kentucky tight end Jordan Dingle (85) runs with the ball during the Kentucky vs. Tennessee football game on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 33-27. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

Kentucky football falls short 38-35 in chaotic final quarter of Gator Bowl against Clemson

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
December 29, 2023

BROADCAST: Jojo Edmonds makes history on UK Dance Team

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
December 13, 2023
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard (15) drives with the ball during the Kentucky vs. Saint Josephs mens basketball game on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 96-88. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

COLUMN: Kentucky men’s basketball might have it’s “Kentucky good” back

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 22, 2023
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard (15) dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Kentucky State mens basketball game on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 99-53. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Reed Sheppard shines in Kentucky men’s basketball’s season opener against New Mexico State

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 10, 2023
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops speaks with a referee during the Kentucky vs. Georgia football game on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Georgia. Kentucky lost 51-13. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

Kentucky football’s poor second quarter has been a consistent flaw in SEC play

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
October 19, 2023
Scratch poses for a photo during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Kernel sports editors predictions for 2023-24 college basketball seasons

Cole Parke, Samantha Money, and Ali Cetinok
October 19, 2023
Kentucky prepares to snap the ball during the Kentucky vs. Akron football game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Final whistle: Kentucky football takes down Akron 35-3

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
September 16, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats associate head coach Vince Marrow stands on the field during the Kentucky vs. Ball State football game on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023 at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 44-14. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Coaches’ takeaways from Kentucky football’s win over Ball State

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
September 9, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats football Media Day on Friday, Aug. 4, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Editor’s Picks: The 2023 Kentucky Football Season

Cole Parke, Samantha Money, and Ali Cetinok
September 1, 2023

Kentucky Kernel Podcast: Pigskin Preview

Nate Lucas, Cole Parke, Samantha Money, and Ali Cetinok
September 1, 2023
Kentucky wide receivers Dane Key and Barion Brown dance to music at the Cat Walk before the Kentucky vs. Ball State football game on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Dane Key, Barion Brown and the brotherhood of Kentucky football

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
August 29, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats football Media Day on Friday, Aug. 4, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Your one-way ticket to Caturdays

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
August 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (24) warms up before the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Ole Miss football game on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss won 22-19. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky football running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. drafted No. 193 overall by Washington Commanders

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
April 29, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari yells during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. No. 12 Davidson mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 15, 2018, at Taco Bell Arena in Boise, Idaho. Kentucky won 78-73. Photo by Arden Barnes | Kentucky Kernel

John Calipari, UK students seek to improve fan experience at Rupp Arena

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
April 12, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Cason Wallace (22) shoots the ball during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Kansas State mens basketball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kansas State won 75-69. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky mens basketball guard Cason Wallace enters 2023 NBA Draft

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
April 5, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jacob Toppin (0) reacts to a foul call during the Kentucky vs. Auburn mens basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 86-54. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky mens basketball forward Jacob Toppin declares for NBA Draft

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
March 31, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Maddie Scherr, right, holds her hands to her face in the locker room after the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Tennessee won 80-71. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff

COLUMN: What went wrong for Kentucky womens basketball?

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
March 12, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) gestures at guard Kareem Watkins (25) during introductions before the Kentucky vs. Auburn mens basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 86-54. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

‘If you have faith, you have everything.’ Oscar Tshiebwe finds God on and off the basketball court

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
March 7, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Ajae Petty (13) dribbles the ball up the court during the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff

At the buzzer: Kentucky falls to Tennessee 80-71 in quarterfinals of SEC Tournament

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
March 3, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Maddie Scherr (22) passes the ball during the Kentucky vs. Florida womens basketball game in the first round of the SEC Tournament on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff

At the buzzer: No. 14 Kentucky womens basketball upsets No. 6 Alabama 71-58; advances to Elite Eight

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
March 2, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Robyn Benton (1) shoots the ball during the Kentucky vs. Florida womens basketball game in the first round of the SEC Tournament on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff

At the buzzer: Kentucky womens basketball defeats Florida 72-57 in first round of SEC Tournament

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
March 1, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jacob Toppin (0) holds onto the ball during the Kentucky vs. Auburn mens basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 86-54. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

Kentucky’s confidence grows as it approaches final week of regular season

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
February 27, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jada Walker (11) dribbles the ball up court during the Kentucky vs. Georgia womens basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 50-40. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

At the buzzer: Kentucky womens basketball suffers 79-57 loss to Vanderbilt

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
February 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Cason Wallace (22) passes the ball during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt mens basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023, at Memorial Gymnasium in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky won 69-53. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky mens basketball fights its way to quadrant-1 win over Mississippi State

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
February 17, 2023
Kentucky mens basketball guard CJ Fredrick and womens basketball guard Blair Green pose for a photo at the Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Chet White | UK Athletics

Kentucky’s couple: Blair Green and CJ Fredrick grow together

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
February 13, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Cason Wallace (22) attempts a shot during the Kentucky vs. Georgia mens basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, Georgia. UK lost 68-75. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff

Wildcats unable to repeat win over Georgia in Athens

Samantha Money, Asst. Sports Editor
February 12, 2023
during the Kentucky vs. Arkansas mens basketball game on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

COLUMN: A tale of two halves: Arkansas loss illustrates Kentucky’s inconsistency

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
February 10, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Sahvir Wheeler (2) calls a play during the UK vs. Florida mens basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 78-57. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Kentucky mens basketball seeks to renew SEC winning streak against Florida

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
February 4, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Barion Brown (2) runs the ball during the Kentucky vs. Iowa Music City Bowl football game on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK lost 21-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff

Kentucky football signs four-star defensive lineman Kendrick Gilbert

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
February 3, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Antonio Reeves (12) dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. LSU mens basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 74-71. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff

Antonio Reeves records season high 27 points in Oxford

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
February 1, 2023
Kentucky Wildcat forward Adebola Adeyeye (25) controls the ball during the Kentucky vs. Missouri womens basketball game on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Kentucky womens basketball achieves first SEC win at home, taking down Missouri 77-54

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 29, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Nyah Leveretter (21) dribbles the ball up the court during the Kentucky vs. Auburn womens basketball game on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

At the buzzer: Kentucky womens basketball falls at home to Auburn 71-68

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 26, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Maddie Scherr (22) dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. No. 1 South Carolina womens basketball game on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. South Carolina won 95-66. Photo by Olivia Hall | Staff

Kentucky womens basketball in search of second SEC win against Auburn

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 25, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard CJ Fredrick (1) guards Texas A&M Aggies guard Andre Gordon (20) during the Kentucky vs. Texas A&M mens basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 76-67. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky mens basketball seeks fourth straight SEC win at Vanderbilt

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 24, 2023
Liam Draxl celebrates winning a set 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.

Kentucky mens tennis moves to 3-0 on the season after win over Illinois

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 22, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth-year senior Alafia Ayeni hits the ball during the No. 4 Kentucky vs. Dayton mens tennis season opener match on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023, at the Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky mens tennis kicks off 2023 campaign after historic 2022 season

Samantha Money, Asst. Sports Editor
January 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) rebounds the ball during the Kentucky vs. North Florida mens basketball game on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 96-56. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff

Stars shine as Cats earn 85-71 win over Georgia

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 18, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Sahvir Wheeler (2) dribbles towards the basket during the Kentucky vs. No. 7 Alabama mens basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023, at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Alabama won 78-52. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky basketball hopes to end downward spiral at No. 5 Tennessee

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 13, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jada Walker (11) shoots the ball during the Kentucky vs. No. 1 South Carolina womens basketball game on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Olivia Hall | Kentucky Kernel

Kentucky womens basketball moves to 0-5 in the SEC after loss to No. 1 South Carolina

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 12, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Cason Wallace (22) dribbles towards the basket during the Kentucky vs. No. 7 Alabama mens basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023, at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Alabama won 78-52. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky fails to receive a vote in AP college basketball poll

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 9, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Sahvir Wheeler (2) passes the ball during the Kentucky vs. No. 7 Alabama mens basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023, at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Alabama won 78-52. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky starters shut down by No. 7 Alabama

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 7, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jacob Toppin (0) makes a move in the paint during the Kentucky vs. Alabama mens basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 90-81. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel

Kentucky basketball hopes for upset win against No. 7 Alabama on the road

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 6, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Robyn Benton (1) dribbles between her legs during the Kentucky vs. Louisville womens basketball game on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Louisville won 86-72. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky womens basketball seeks an SEC win against the Georgia Bulldogs

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
January 4, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Robyn Benton (1) reacts to a foul call against Kentucky during the Kentucky vs. Louisville womens basketball game on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Louisville won 86-72. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky womens basketball comes up short 74-71 against Missouri in SEC opener

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
December 30, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops coaches his team from the sideline during the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Ole Miss football game on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss won 22-19. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky football lands Cincinnati cornerback JQ Hardaway

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
December 15, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats defensive back Carrington Valentine (14) makes a tackle during the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Ole Miss football game on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss won 22-19. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky’s Carrington Valentine declares for NFL Draft, will not play in Music City Bowl

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
December 15, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) blocks a shot during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. Yale mens basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 69-59. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Oscar Tshiebwe leads Kentucky to 69-59 victory over Yale

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
December 10, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Cason Wallace (22) shoots the ball during the No. 4 Kentucky vs. Michigan State Champions Classic mens basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Michigan State won 86-77 in the second overtime. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

UK sports to watch over winter break

Samantha Money, Asst. Sports Editor
December 9, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jada Walker (11) dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. UNC Greensboro womens basketball game on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 82-56. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky womens basketball puts defensive improvement on full display against UNCG

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
December 5, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jada Walker (11) gets helped up by her team during the Kentucky vs. Radford womens basketball game on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 82-78. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff

Column: Kentucky womens basketball is on the right track

Samantha Money, Asst. Sports Editor
December 3, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Sahvir Wheeler (2) dribbles the ball during the No. 19 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine mens basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 61-40. Photo by Jack Weaver | Kentucky Kernel

Wildcats overcome early struggles, triumph over Bellarmine 60-41

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 29, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Will Levis (7) throws a pass during the Kentucky vs. No. 1 Georgia football game on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Georgia won 16-6. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky football looks to close out season with a win against biggest rival

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 26, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jada Walker (11) guards an opponent during the Kentucky vs. Radford womens basketball game on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 82-78. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff

Jada Walker solidifies herself as a key player ahead of Bahamas

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 21, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops coaches from the sideline during the Kentucky vs. No. 1 Georgia football game on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Georgia won 16-6. Photo by Jack Weaver | Kentucky Kernel

Mark Stoops signs $8.6 million contract extension

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 20, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) reacts to a play during the No. 4 Kentucky vs. Michigan State Champions Classic mens basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Michigan State won 86-77 in the second overtime. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

No. 4 Cats square off with No. 2 Bulldogs in Spokane

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 20, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Will Levis (7) runs the ball during the Kentucky vs. No. 1 Georgia football game on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Georgia won 16-6. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Wildcats battle against No. 1 Georgia, come up short 16-6

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 20, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Sahvir Wheeler (2) dribbles up the court during the No. 4 Kentucky vs. Michigan State Champions Classic mens basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Michigan State won 86-77 in the second overtime. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Column: Kentucky’s loss to Michigan State has a silver lining

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 17, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) reacts to a fall called against him during the No. 4 Kentucky vs. Michigan State Champions Classic mens basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Michigan State won 86-77 in the second overtime. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Wednesday wrap up: Nov. 9-16

Samantha Money, Asst. Sports Editor
November 16, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats running back JuTahn McClain (17) runs the ball down the field during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 24-21. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff

No. 24 Kentucky devastated by Vanderbilt at home

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 14, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Antonio Reeves (12) dribbles the ball down the court during the No. 4 Kentucky vs. Duquesne mens basketball game on Friday, Nov. 11, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 77-52. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff

Kentucky triumphs over Duquesne 77-52

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 12, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Sahvir Wheeler (2) gets fouled in the air during the UK vs. Saint Peter’s mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at Gainbridge Arena in Indianapolis, Indiana. UK lost 85-79 in overtime. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Cats seek tone-setting win in Champions Classic

Samantha Money, Asst. Sports Editor
November 11, 2022
Kentucky head coach Kyra Elzy watches the UK vs. Princeton womens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Indiana. Princeton won 69-62. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky womens basketball announces Jordy Griggs as first signee

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 9, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Robyn Benton (1) goes up for a layup during the Kentucky vs. Radford womens basketball game on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 82-78. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff

Kentucky womens basketball wins season opener against Radford 82-78

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
November 8, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) hypes up the crowd during the UK vs. Vanderbilt SEC Tournament quarterfinals mens basketball game on Friday, March 11, 2022, at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. UK won 77-71. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Kernel Sports predicts 2022 college basketball seasons

Cole Parke, Ali Cetinok, and Samantha Money
November 4, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (24) runs towards the end zone during the Kentucky vs. Missouri football game on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 35-28. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Wildcats look to be the superior Cats against the Tigers in Mizzou

Samantha Money, Asst. Sports Editor
November 4, 2022
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CJ Fredrick looks to make triumphant debut for UK after injury

Samantha Money, Assistant Sports Editor
October 17, 2022
UKPD officers and security form a neon yellow line in the middle of the road to monitor and prevent campers from rushing the lawn on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. At 5 a.m. the campers will be released and allowed to set up their campsites. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff

The 2022 Big Blue Campout: A Big Blue disappointment

Samantha Money, Asst. Sports Editor
October 16, 2022
Fans cheer during an open practice and telethon benefitting flood victims in Eastern Kentucky at Rupp Arena on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Kentucky Kernel

Fans share expectations for Kentucky mens basketball ahead of Big Blue Madness

Samantha Money, Asst. Sports Editors
October 13, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats middle blocker Elise Goetzinger (11) and Kentucky Wildcats opposite Reagan Rutherford (10) block a ball during the Kentucky vs. Wisconsin volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 9, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Wisconsin won 3-0. Photo by Abby Szydlik | Kentucky Kernel

No. 13 Kentucky swept by No. 2 Nebraska

Samantha Money, Staff Writer
September 18, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Hailey Farrington-Bentil (0) kicks the ball during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Michigan women’s soccer match on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 5-1. Photo by Abby Szydlik | Staff

Kentucky womens soccer falls short 2-1 in SEC opener against No. 15 Ole Miss

Samantha Money, Staff Writer
September 17, 2022
The sun sets behind rows of tents during the Tent City Live event outside Memorial Coliseum on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018, in Lexington, Kentucky. Fans campout in order to have the chance to claim free Big Blue Madness tickets. Photo by Jordan Prather | Kentucky Kernel

Kentucky basketball announces return of Big Blue Madness campout

Samantha Money, Staff Writer
September 14, 2022
Liam Draxl 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

No. 10 Kentucky fights past LSU 4-2 in Baton Rouge for third straight win

Samantha Money
April 16, 2022
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 earn biggest victory of season, take down No. 5 Tennessee 4-3

Samantha Money
April 8, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Ryan Ritter (47) throws to first during the UK vs. Morehead State baseball game on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 7-5. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Pitching falters as Cats fail to take series from Ole Miss in 10-1 loss

Samantha Money
April 3, 2022
Gabriel Diallo tracks down a ball during the University of Kentucky vs. Louisiana State University mens tennis meet on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Cats defeat Vanderbilt 4-3 for fourth straight victory

Samantha Money
March 25, 2022
Gabriel Diallo returns a hit during the University of Kentucky vs. Louisiana State mens tennis meet on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

UK falls one point short of upset, losing 4-3 to No. 5 Florida

Samantha Money
March 6, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Ryan Ritter (47) jogs to first base during the UK vs. Bellarmine baseball game on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-2. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Big bats propel Kentucky to 13-11 win in game one against No. 8 TCU

Samantha Money
March 5, 2022
Gabriel Diallo tracks down a ball during the University of Kentucky vs. Louisiana State University mens tennis meet on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Without Draxl, Kentucky mens tennis falls 4-1 to South Carolina in Seattle

Samantha Money
February 21, 2022
Cally Nixon celebrates after performing on bars during the UK vs. Missouri gymnastics meet on Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Kentucky gymnastics win quad meet; improve to 5-1

Samantha Money
February 4, 2022
Liam Draxl slides to return a hit during the University of Kentucky vs. Louisiana State mens tennis meet on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

No. 11 Kentucky mens tennis defeats No. 21 Mississippi State 4-2 in ITA Kickoff Weekend

Samantha Money
January 30, 2022
A Kentucky track and field athlete competes in the pole vault competition during the Jim Green Invitational meet on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

Kentucky track and field finish with 18 individual event wins in Jim Green Invitational

Samantha Money
January 15, 2022

Governor’s March 22 update hopeful, yet cautious

Samantha Money
March 22, 2021
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