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Inside of a rock shelter on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, at Red River Gorge in Slade, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Trump’s executive order set to displace workers from national parks, including Red River Gorge
March 26, 2025
Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kernel lawsuit to be ruled on within 30 days
March 25, 2025
Protestors hold signs and march during a Rally for Human Rights on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
‘Stand for the truth, even if it’s against yourself;’ Lexington rallies for human rights worldwide
March 23, 2025
Chase McGuire leaves the podium at his preliminary hearing on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens District Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. McGuire is facing charges of rape, strangulation, sodomy and sexual abuse of a UK student. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Case of rape, strangulation of UK student dismissed by grand jury
March 22, 2025
Trump signs executive order to begin dismantling the Department of Education
Trump signs executive order to begin dismantling the Department of Education
March 20, 2025
Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kernel lawsuit to be ruled on within 30 days
March 25, 2025
Chase McGuire leaves the podium at his preliminary hearing on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens District Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. McGuire is facing charges of rape, strangulation, sodomy and sexual abuse of a UK student. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Case of rape, strangulation of UK student dismissed by grand jury
March 22, 2025
UK President Capilouto addresses university investigation led by US Department of Education
UK President Capilouto addresses university investigation led by US Department of Education
March 14, 2025
Sophia Rosing poses for her mugshot after being sentenced to 12 months in jail for assault on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. Photo provided by Fayette County jail website
Former UK student to serve remainder of sentence, court denies shock probation request
March 12, 2025
Studnets skate around on the floor during the Cosmic Roller Skating event on Thursday, March. 6, 2025, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Students roll into midterms with Cosmic Roller Skating
March 11, 2025
Authors Rachel Elliot and Willie Carver Jr. watch Frank X Walker deliver a story to the audience during the LGBT Trailblazers event on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Rachel Trotter | Staff
‘UK Trailblazers’ share journeys of literary joy and hardship during Lunch and Lit
March 4, 2025
A crowd of students gather with signs to protest outside the William T. Young Library during the Day of DEI Protest on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
UK students protest for state-wide ‘Day of DEI’
March 1, 2025
President Eli Capilouto addresses executive order changes, potential impacts to UK
President Eli Capilouto addresses executive order changes, potential impacts to UK
February 28, 2025
Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman speaks during the Lewis Honors College Leadership Conference on Saturday Feb. 22, 2025 at University of Kentucky Lewis Honors College in Lexington Kentucky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky lieutenant governor speaks at Leadership Conference hosted by Singletary Scholars
February 24, 2025
How President Trump’s federal loan and grant halt affects UK Research
How President Trump’s federal loan and grant halt affects UK Research
February 19, 2025
Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kernel lawsuit to be ruled on within 30 days
March 25, 2025
Protestors hold signs and march during a Rally for Human Rights on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
‘Stand for the truth, even if it’s against yourself;’ Lexington rallies for human rights worldwide
March 23, 2025
Chase McGuire leaves the podium at his preliminary hearing on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens District Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. McGuire is facing charges of rape, strangulation, sodomy and sexual abuse of a UK student. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Case of rape, strangulation of UK student dismissed by grand jury
March 22, 2025
Trump signs executive order to begin dismantling the Department of Education
Trump signs executive order to begin dismantling the Department of Education
March 20, 2025
People dance on stage during the Trailblazer Luminaries: A Women's History Month Celebration on Friday, March 14, 2025, at the Farish Theater in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
‘It’s no longer a dream, it’s real,’ Trailblazer Luminaries honors impact of local women during Women’s History Month
March 17, 2025
Inside of a rock shelter on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, at Red River Gorge in Slade, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Trump’s executive order set to displace workers from national parks, including Red River Gorge
March 26, 2025
Protestors hold signs and march during a Rally for Human Rights on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
‘Stand for the truth, even if it’s against yourself;’ Lexington rallies for human rights worldwide
March 23, 2025
Trump signs executive order to begin dismantling the Department of Education
Trump signs executive order to begin dismantling the Department of Education
March 20, 2025
Flags fly outside the International Center on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
US Department of State funding paused for Fulbright and other study-abroad programs
March 14, 2025
International students potentially affected by future immigration policy
International students potentially affected by future immigration policy
March 3, 2025
International students potentially affected by future immigration policy
International students potentially affected by future immigration policy
March 3, 2025
A crowd of students gather with signs to protest outside the William T. Young Library during the Day of DEI Protest on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
UK students protest for state-wide ‘Day of DEI’
March 1, 2025
President Eli Capilouto addresses executive order changes, potential impacts to UK
President Eli Capilouto addresses executive order changes, potential impacts to UK
February 28, 2025
A Professor walks by the University of Kentucky’s College of Law on Monday, Feb. 20, 2025 at J. David Rosenberg College of Law in Lexington, Kentucky. Sydney Yonker | Staff
UK receives letter regarding racial discrimination from US Department of Education
February 20, 2025
How President Trump’s federal loan and grant halt affects UK Research
How President Trump’s federal loan and grant halt affects UK Research
February 19, 2025
Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kernel lawsuit to be ruled on within 30 days
March 25, 2025
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 asks for early release from 12-month sentence
February 27, 2025
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
Presidential Candidate Morgan Brooke speaking during the SGA Presidential Debate on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, at the Worsham Room in the Gatton Student Center. Photo by Dayssia Jones | Staff
Presidential and vice presidential candidates share platforms at SGA debate
February 18, 2025
University of Kentucky Student Government Association senate executive council members discuss the Y’all Means All resolution, on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
UKSGA puts off resolution reaffirming commitment to inclusivity amid anti-DEI legislation
February 13, 2025
University of Kentucky Student Government Association (UKSGA) senate executive council members address the student fee allocation committee roster during a full senate meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
UK SGA expands Senate seats, amendments made to Constitution
February 3, 2025
Freshman Senator Conner Brumley speaks to fellow University of Kentucky SGA members during the SGA Safety Alliance Caucus on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
UK SGA holds first ‘Wildcats Safety Alliance Caucus’
January 17, 2025
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
Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kernel lawsuit to be ruled on within 30 days
March 25, 2025
Chase McGuire leaves the podium at his preliminary hearing on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens District Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. McGuire is facing charges of rape, strangulation, sodomy and sexual abuse of a UK student. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Case of rape, strangulation of UK student dismissed by grand jury
March 22, 2025
Addison Adkins walks out of his arraignment with Mike Roland, his defense attorney, on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at the Robert F. Stephens District Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. Adkins is facing charges of rape in the first-degree and strangulation in the second-degree. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
UK students arrested for on-campus rape
March 4, 2025
A UKPD police officer surveys a crowd on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
EDITORIAL: Assaults, shootings and silence: UK’s safety crisis requires transparency
February 26, 2025
Chuck Adams poses for a photo. | Photo provided by Hilary Brown
UKPD officer carries torch, represents Kentucky in the Special Olympics abroad
February 25, 2025
Sowing a brighter future: Black Soil KY fosters Kentucky agriculture
Sowing a brighter future: Black Soil KY fosters Kentucky agriculture
March 12, 2025
Members form a circle for a group warmup during the Skitty Cats Improv Club meeting on Wednesday, March 6, 2025, at the Fine Arts Building. Photo by Dayssia Jones | Staff
Skitty Cats Improv Club uplifts through inclusivity and creativity
March 9, 2025
Ric McGee (left), former executive director, and Kelly Weber, the current executive director of Ashland Terrace hug each other on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, at the Ashland Terrace Senior Living Community in Lexington, Kentucky. Ric’s Garden is named after McGee. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Ric’s Garden: A blooming sanctuary of community and joy
March 7, 2025
Performance artist, Safiya Nawaar, poses for a portrait in her studio, Arabesque World Dance, in Lexington, Kentucky on Friday, Feb. 25, 2025. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Courage and strength: Safiya Nawaar’s journey to belly dancing
March 4, 2025
The "ART with HEART" exhibit displays work from regional artists on Feb. 20, 2025, located at the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
‘ART with HEART’ paints a path to healing
February 28, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope shouts at his players on the court during the second round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Illinois Fighting Illini on Sunday, March, 23, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Kentucky won 84-75. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky men’s basketball roster tracker: Looking ahead to the 2025-26 Cats
March 26, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats meet for a timeout during the baseball game vs. NIU on Tuesday, March. 11, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky baseball proves no midweek game is automatic in 9-3 loss to Xavier
March 25, 2025
University of Kentucky Wildcats Guard Tanah Becker (8) crouches to watch her team during the Kentucky vs Kansas State women’s basketball March Madness game on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 80-79. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky freshman guard Tanah Becker to enter transfer portal
March 25, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Saniah Tyler (2) watches the ice tick down during the Kentucky vs Arkansas women’s basketball game on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 89-69. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Saniah Tyler becomes second Kentucky player to enter the transfer portal on day one
March 25, 2025
University of Kentucky Wildcats Head Coach Kenny Brooks observes his team during the Kentucky vs Kansas State women’s basketball March Madness game on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 80-79. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky women’s basketball roster tracker: Who’s back, who’s gone, who’s new?
March 25, 2025
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 head coach Mark Pope shouts at his players on the court during the second round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Illinois Fighting Illini on Sunday, March, 23, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Kentucky won 84-75. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky men’s basketball roster tracker: Looking ahead to the 2025-26 Cats
March 26, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Koby Brea (4) points at Illinois Fighting Illini bench after scoring a three-point shot during the second round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Illinois Fighting Illini on Sunday, March, 23, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky guard Koby Brea shines in Wildcats’ win over Illinois in Milwaukee
March 25, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Ansley Almonor (15) and Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) look to the crowd after Kentucky wins the second round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Illinois Fighting Illini on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Kentucky won 84-75. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: No. 3 Kentucky beats No. 6 Illinois 84-75 in NCAA Tournament second round
March 23, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) flexes after an and-one shot fell in during the second round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Illinois Fighting Illini on Sunday, March, 23, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
AT THE BUZZER: No. 3 Kentucky claims second NCAA Tournament victory, beats No. 6 Illinois
March 23, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) dunks the ball xduring the first round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Troy Trojans on Friday, March, 21, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Kentucky won 76-57. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky men’s basketball prepares for second round NCAA Tournament matchup with Illinois
March 23, 2025
University of Kentucky Wildcats Guard Tanah Becker (8) crouches to watch her team during the Kentucky vs Kansas State women’s basketball March Madness game on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 80-79. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky freshman guard Tanah Becker to enter transfer portal
March 25, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Saniah Tyler (2) watches the ice tick down during the Kentucky vs Arkansas women’s basketball game on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 89-69. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Saniah Tyler becomes second Kentucky player to enter the transfer portal on day one
March 25, 2025
University of Kentucky Wildcats Head Coach Kenny Brooks observes his team during the Kentucky vs Kansas State women’s basketball March Madness game on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 80-79. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky women’s basketball roster tracker: Who’s back, who’s gone, who’s new?
March 25, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats center Clara Silva (17) shoots the ball during the Kentucky vs. Wofford women’s basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 76-42. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky women’s basketball center Clara Silva enters transfer portal with ‘do not contact’ tag
March 25, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Dazia Lawrence (10) looks to the bench during the Kentucky vs Kansas st. women’s basketball March Madness game on Friday, Mar. 23, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 80-79. Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Kansas State defeats Kentucky 80-79
March 24, 2025
Head Coach Mark Stoops yells out instructions during Kentucky Football’s media day on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky football’s Mark Stoops speaks about program’s first Spring practice
March 10, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops signals for an incomplete pass after a play during the game between the Old Miss Rebels and the Kentucky Wildcats on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Kentucky won 20-17. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky football, Mark Stoops looks to rebound from 2024 season with transfer overhaul
February 28, 2025
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops arrives during the cat walk before the Kentucky vs. South Carolina football game on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky football hires Nate Fuqua as defensive analyst and outside linebackers coach
February 23, 2025
A tribute graphic to Ben Christman. Graphic created by UNLV Athletics
Former Kentucky football lineman Ben Christman found dead at 21
February 12, 2025
Senior quarterback Mike Hartline looks for an open reciever while being pursued by defensive tackle Mister Cobble during the Blue White game at Commonwealth Stadium Saturday April 24, 2010. Photo by Scott Hannigan
FULL CIRCLE: Mike Hartline returns to Kentucky football as offensive analyst
February 8, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats meet for a timeout during the baseball game vs. NIU on Tuesday, March. 11, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky baseball proves no midweek game is automatic in 9-3 loss to Xavier
March 25, 2025
Hofstra infielder Grady Lacourciere (88) holds a ball while in the bullpin during the baseball game vs. Hofstra on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-5. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky baseball’s 2025 season has been defined by a slim margin of error
March 24, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Ben Cleaver (48) celebrates after pitching a "1-2-3 inning" during the Kentucky vs. Hofstra baseball game on Saturday, Mar. 1, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park. Kentucky won 6-1. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
Ben Cleaver’s dominate mentality propels Kentucky baseball to 6-0 shutout over No. 20 Auburn
March 23, 2025
the during the baseball game vs. Evansville on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky 24-3 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky baseball comes up short in 8-7 extra inning loss to No. 20 Auburn
March 22, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Tyler Bell (6) pitches during the baseball game vs. NIU on Tuesday, March. 11, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky baseball falls 8-7 in heartbreaking fashion to No. 20 Auburn
March 21, 2025
Kentucky infielder Cassie Reasner rounds third base after hitting a home run during the Kentucky vs. Missouri softball match on Friday, March 7, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-4. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Kentucky softball sweeps home opener series versus Missouri
March 18, 2025
Kentucky infielder Cassie Reasner rounds third base after hitting a home run during the Kentucky vs. Missouri softball match on Friday, March 7, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-4. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Karissa Hamilton and Cassie Reasner lead Kentucky to sweep first SEC series versus Mizzou
March 10, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats celebrate after the Kentucky vs. Missouri softball match on Friday, March 7, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-4. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Kentucky softball earns series win versus Mizzou in first SEC series
March 10, 2025
Kentucky pitcher Sarah Haendiges (30) celebrates after striking out a batter for the third out during the Kentucky vs. Missouri softball match on Friday, March 7, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-4. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Kentucky softball shuts down Missouri late for 6-4 win in game one
March 8, 2025
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 sweeps day two of 2025 WKU tournament over Hilltoppers, Tennessee Tech
March 2, 2025
Kentucky Wildcat Gymnast, Creslyn Brose, hugs her coach after her beam routine during the Senior Night meet vs. Arkansas on Friday, Mar. 7, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.925-197.725. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Gymnastics defeats Arkansas 197.925 to 197.725
March 10, 2025
University of Kentucky Gymnast Skyler Killough-Wilhem marched out during the Kentucky vs. Louisiana State women's gymnastics meet on Feb. 21, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 197.200-197.075. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics wraps up home season with stellar showing versus Arkansas
March 9, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats gymnast Sharon Lee competes on vault during the Kentucky vs LSU women’s gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 197.200-197.075. Sydney Yonker | Staff
Late stumble and fall cause Kentucky gymnastics to lose away at Georgia
March 3, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats Haley Davis Beginning her performance on the mat during the gymnastics meet vs. Temple on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.175-194.200. Photo by Robby Robinson | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Gymnatiscs falls to LSU 197.200 – 197.075
February 24, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats gymnast Delaynee Rodriguez competes on beam during the Kentucky vs LSU women’s gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 197.200-197.075. Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics ‘Pajama Party’ against LSU ends in close defeat
February 22, 2025
Kentucky junior Lidia hits the ball Kentucky junior Lidia Gonzalez prepares to hit the ball during the Kentucky vs Wichita State women's tennis match on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis suffers sweeping loss to South Carolina
March 10, 2025
Kentucky senior Elizabeth Stevens hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Wichita State women's tennis match on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis drops road stint at LSU, Ole Miss
March 2, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats Martin Breysach celebrates during the Kentucky vs South Carolina men’s tennis match on Sunday, Mar. 2, 2025 at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2. Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky men’s tennis records bounce-back victory over South Carolina
March 2, 2025
Martin Breysach returns the ball from an opponent’s serve during the tennis match vs. Memphis on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky men’s tennis falls short after Florida singles sweep
March 2, 2025
Charlelie Cosnet screams after he won his set during the tennis match vs. Memphis on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky men’s tennis kicks off SEC play with sixth straight win over Mississippi State
February 27, 2025
University of Kentucky rifle team members aim at their targets during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky rifle finishes second in GARC Championship to West Virginia
March 4, 2025
University of Kentucky rifle team members aim at their targets during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
No. 3 Kentucky rifle loses in a nailbiter to No. 1 West Virginia
February 12, 2025
Kentucky fifth year Jaden Thompson lines up a shot 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. 3 Kentucky rifle suffers first loss of 2024-25 season at No. 2 Alaska Fairbanks
February 3, 2025
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 defeats No. 10 Memphis thanks to strong performance by Braden Peiser
January 21, 2025
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 Kenutcky rifle bests No. 5 Murray State to remain undefeated
January 21, 2025
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 sweeps double header versus Muskingum to improve to 11-0
March 5, 2025
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 sweeps Midwest Showdown to improve to stunning 9-0
March 2, 2025
Members of the Kentucky STUNT team 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 sweeps Bluegrass Classic to open 2025 season
February 8, 2025
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 assistant coach Meredith Jewell and Kentucky head coach Craig Skinner watch closely during the Kentucky vs Louisville volleyball game on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024, at Memorial Colosseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
A look into Kentucky volleyball’s three incoming transfers
January 30, 2025
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
Forward, Isaiah Chisolm warms up for the Kentucky Men's Soccer game vs. Virginia Tech at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex on Monday, Sep. 2, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. The teams tied 2-2. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer stars build community at Lionsbridge FC
March 4, 2025
Kentucky goalie (30) Ryan Jack celebrates after a block during the Kentucky vs. Georgia Southern Men's Soccer game on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell soccer complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky Tied 0-0. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer goalkeeper Ryan Jack lays foundation for strong collegiate career
January 31, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats goalkeeper Jan Hoffelner (1) calls out to his teammates during the University of Kentucky vs. Florida Atlantic men’s soccer match on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Amanda Braman | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer adds former star goalkeeper Jan Hoffelner as assistant coach
January 24, 2025
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
Brooklyn FC defender Grace Phillpotts (28). Photo provided by Brooklyn FC.
Kentucky women’s soccer star Grace Phillpotts recognizes professional dream with USL’s Brooklyn FC
March 2, 2025
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
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 wraps up SEC Indoor Championships
March 8, 2025
Kentucky track and field completes simultaneous events in Clemson and Boston
February 21, 2025
Kentucky track and field logs numerous first-place finishes in Fairgrounds Invitational
February 12, 2025
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
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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UKXC completes top-25 finish at FSU Pre-Nationals
October 15, 2021
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 swimmers participate in Last Chance Meet
March 5, 2025
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 competes in SEC Championships in Athens
February 25, 2025
A Louisville swimmer celebrates after beating the Kentucky swimmer in the 200 meter freestyle during the swim meet vs. Kentucky on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Kentucky swimmers and divers participate in First Chance Meet in Louisville
February 9, 2025
A Kentucky swimmer poses for a photo 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 dive sweeps Cincinnati in dominant display with multiple school top tens
January 26, 2025
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’s Carson Hick and Bridget Engel thrive despite loss to Auburn
January 26, 2025
Kentucky men’s golf finishes Desert Mountain Collegiate tied for ninth
March 10, 2025
Kentucky women’s golf concludes Darius Rucker Intercollegiate in last place
March 9, 2025
Kentucky men’s golf concludes Watersound Invitational in tie for eighth place
February 25, 2025
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 concludes Spartan Sun Coast Invitational tied for ninth
February 20, 2025
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
Cathryn Brown and Karlie Campbell lead UK women’s golf to third place finish in Boca Raton
February 9, 2025
The Kentucky hockey team poses for a photo with the trophy at the Kentucky vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky hockey sweeps Louisville in weekend series to clinch third straight Bourbon Barrel
January 29, 2025
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
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) smiles after he gets up from being fouled during the basketball game vs. the Missouri Tigers on Tuesday, March. 8, 2025, at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri. Kentucky won the game 91-83. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
COLUMN: 14 SEC teams in the NCAA Tournament isn’t just a possibility, it’s a reality
March 13, 2025
LSU Tigers guard Cam Carter (5) is fouled by Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) during the basketball game vs. the LSU Tigers on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 95-64. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
COLUMN: NIL is the lifeblood of the SEC and LSU is falling behind fast
March 12, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope watches as his team loses during the basketball game vs. Ole Miss on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion in Oxford, Mississippi. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
COLUMN: With or without Lamont Butler, Kentucky’s play in Oxford was unacceptable
February 5, 2025
Kentucky head coach John Calipari calls a timeout during the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 7 Texas A&M men's 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
COLUMN: Big Blue Nation, voice your true feelings for John Calipari
February 1, 2025
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
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Transphobic policy is the foot in the door
March 13, 2025
Illustration by Cameron Holmes.
‘The Substance’ is true feminist horror
March 8, 2025
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
The best of the best, or that’s what the Academy thinks
March 5, 2025
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
The entertainment industry needs to relearn how to be creative
March 4, 2025
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Deleting TikTok was hard, but worth it
March 4, 2025
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The ceasefire in Gaza is misleading
February 9, 2025
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Another four years of Trump will be disastrous for civil rights
February 2, 2025
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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
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
COLUMN: Kamala Harris has a Palestine problem
September 28, 2024
A UKPD police officer surveys a crowd on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
EDITORIAL: Assaults, shootings and silence: UK’s safety crisis requires transparency
February 26, 2025
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
VIDEO: Trailblazer Luminaries: A Women’s History Month celebration
March 25, 2025
PODCAST: Pop Goes the Kernel: Episode 11
PODCAST: Pop Goes the Kernel: Episode 11
March 18, 2025
VIDEO: A beloved local popcorn shop puts a flavorful twist on tradition
March 16, 2025
Students celebrate multicultural festivities at the Spring Soiree
March 14, 2025
Kentucky 4 Paws for Ability holds annual puppy party
March 14, 2025
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 3
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 3
February 24, 2025
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
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BROADCAST: DEI Editorial
March 29, 2024
BROADCAST: LeAndre Hayes
BROADCAST: LeAndre Hayes
December 13, 2023
PODCAST: Pop Goes the Kernel: Episode 11
PODCAST: Pop Goes the Kernel: Episode 11
March 18, 2025
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 10
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 10
March 12, 2025
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: March Madness and SEC Tournament Special Edition
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: March Madness and SEC Tournament Special Edition
March 7, 2025
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 9
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 9
March 4, 2025
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: March Madness and Playoff Hockey
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: March Madness and Playoff Hockey
February 28, 2025
VIDEO: Trailblazer Luminaries: A Women’s History Month celebration
March 25, 2025
VIDEO: A beloved local popcorn shop puts a flavorful twist on tradition
March 16, 2025
Students celebrate multicultural festivities at the Spring Soiree
March 14, 2025
Kentucky 4 Paws for Ability holds annual puppy party
March 14, 2025
Caroline Harper and Madi Wilson, seniors in agricultural and medical biotechnology and human health science respectively, pose for portraits in their lab on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at the Peter Bosomworth Health Science Building in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
VIDEO: 13 UK undergraduate researchers present their work at the 23rd annual Posters-at-the-Capitol event
March 12, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Dazia Lawrence (10) looks to the bench during the Kentucky vs Kansas st. women’s basketball March Madness game on Friday, Mar. 23, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 80-79. Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Kansas State defeats Kentucky 80-79
March 24, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Ansley Almonor (15) and Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) look to the crowd after Kentucky wins the second round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Illinois Fighting Illini on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Kentucky won 84-75. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: No. 3 Kentucky beats No. 6 Illinois 84-75 in NCAA Tournament second round
March 23, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) holds three fingers out after he made a three-point shot during the first round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Troy Trojans on Friday, March, 21, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
No. 3 Kentucky defeats No. 14 Troy 76-57 in first round of NCAA Tournament
March 22, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats center Clara Strack (13) and Kentucky Wildcats guard Dazia Lawrence (10) fight for a loose ball during the Kentucky vs Liberty women’s basketball March Madness game on Friday, Mar. 21, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 79-78. Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky defeats Liberty 79-78 in women’s NCAA Tournament
March 21, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) flexes after he made a and-one basket during the second round of the SEC men’s basketball tournament vs. the Oklahoma Sooners on Thursday, March. 13, 2025, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky won the game 85-84. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: No. 6 Kentucky defeats No. 14 Oklahoma 85-84 in the second round of the SEC tournament
March 14, 2025
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Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope shouts at his players on the court during the second round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Illinois Fighting Illini on Sunday, March, 23, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Kentucky won 84-75. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball roster tracker: Looking ahead to the 2025-26 Cats

Cole Parke and Tyler Russell
March 26, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Koby Brea (4) points at Illinois Fighting Illini bench after scoring a three-point shot during the second round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Illinois Fighting Illini on Sunday, March, 23, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky guard Koby Brea shines in Wildcats’ win over Illinois in Milwaukee

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 25, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) dunks the ball xduring the first round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Troy Trojans on Friday, March, 21, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Kentucky won 76-57. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball prepares for second round NCAA Tournament matchup with Illinois

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 23, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) celebrates after a big play during the first round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Troy Trojans on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Kentucky won 76-57. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

Otega Oweh comes up big in Kentucky men’s basketball win over Troy

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 22, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope and Oklahoma Sooners head coach Porter Moser shout coaching instructions to their players during the second round of the SEC men’s basketball tournament vs. the Oklahoma Sooners on Thursday, March, 13, 2025, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

SCOUTING REPORT: Breaking down Kentucky men’s basketball potential first weekend opponents

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 18, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Lamont Butler (1) celebrates his dunk during the basketball game vs. the LSU Tigers on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 95-64. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

REPORT: Lamont ‘LaMarch’ Butler to return for Cats in NCAA Tournament

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 16, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) reacts to a foul call during the second round of the SEC men’s basketball tournament vs. the Oklahoma Sooners on Thursday, March, 13, 2025, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky won the game 85-84. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Home atmosphere in Nashville propels Oweh and Brea to win over Oklahoma

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 14, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) smiles after drawing an offensive foul during the basketball game vs. Texas on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, at The Moody Center in Austin, Texas. Texas won 82-78. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

NO PLACE LIKE HOME: Kentucky men’s basketball’s inconsistent season away from Rupp Arena

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 13, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) reacts to an out of bounds called during the basketball game vs. the Missouri Tigers on Tuesday, March. 8, 2025, at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri. Kentucky won the game 91-83. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

MEN’S BASKETBALL BEAT PICKS: 2025 Men’s SEC Tournament

Isaiah Pinto and Tyler Russell
March 12, 2025
University of Kentucky Wildcats infielder Dylan Koontz (24) tosses the ball during the baseball game vs. Wofford on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 12-5 Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff

Kentucky bats shine in series opener versus Wofford

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 9, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope hugs Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) during senior day celebrations before the basketball game vs. the LSU Tigers on Tuesday, March. 4, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky 95-64. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Mark Pope and Jaxson Robinson build unbreakable bond across three-year journey

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 5, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Lamont Butler (1) celebrates after scoring a free throw during the basketball game vs. Florida on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 106-100. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

Kentucky stars Lamont Butler and Jaxson Robinson listed as ‘probable’ for Oklahoma

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 26, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) gets fouled while trying to make a lay-up during the basketball game vs. the Alabama Crimson Tide on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024, at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Alabama won 96-83. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff

Kentucky men’s basketball suffers chaotic loss in Tuscaloosa

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 26, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Ansley Almonor (15) high-fives Kentucky Wildcats guard Koby Brea (4) during the basketball game vs. Vanderbilt on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 82-61. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Complete team showing sees No. 17 Kentucky men’s basketball outlast Vanderbilt

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 21, 2025
Texas Longhorns guard Tre Johnson (20) bumps into Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) after scoring over him during the basketball game vs. Texas on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, at The Moody Center in Austin, Texas. Texas won 82-78. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball falters late in Austin, continues pattern of road struggles

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 19, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) and Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope high-five each other during the basketball game vs. Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington. Kentucky won 75-64. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

DOMINANCE: Mark Pope improves to 6-0 against Tennessee in Kentucky blue

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 15, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) gets fouled while shooting the ball during the first half of the basketball game vs. South Carolina on Saturday, Feb 8, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky big men Amari Williams and Brandon Garrison prove vital in South Carolina win

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 12, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) dribbles past Ole Miss players during the basketball game vs. Ole Miss on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion in Oxford, Mississippi. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

First-half blowout sees Kentucky men’s basketball fall short against No. 25 Ole Miss

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 6, 2025
Arkansas Razorbacks forward Adou Thiero (3) waves to fans after defeating Kentucky during the basketball game vs. Arkansas on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 89-79. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Former Kentucky stars react to John Calipari’s win in Lexington with Arkansas Razorbacks

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 4, 2025
Kentucky head coach John Calipari reacts to a foul call during the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 7 Texas A&M men's 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

PREVIEW: John Calipari, former Wildcats return to Rupp Arena for SEC showdown

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 1, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Ansley Almonor (15) celebrates after making a three-point shot during the basketball game vs. Tennessee Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025, at the Thompson–Boling Arena in Knoxville, Tennessee. Kentucky won 78-73. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball stars step up to secure short-handed win in Knoxville

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
January 29, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Ansley Almonor (15) gets fouled by Vanderbilt Commodores forward Devin McGlockton (99) during the basketball game vs. Vanderbilt on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at Memorial Gymnasium in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky lost 74-69. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

No. 12 Kentucky men’s basketball travels for road rivalry matchup against No. 8 Tennessee

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
January 28, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) looks over his shoulder after a timeout ended during the basketball game vs. Vanderbilt on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at Memorial Gymnasium in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky lost 74-69. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Costly turnovers and a weak start sink Kentucky men’s basketball in Nashville

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
January 27, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Ansley Almonor (15), Vanderbilt Commodores guard Grant Huffman (4), and Vanderbilt Commodores forward Devin McGlockton (99) try and secure a rebound during the first half of the basketball game vs. Vanderbilt on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at Memorial Gymnasium in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

AT THE BUZZER: No. 9 Kentucky men’s basketball falls short in Nashville against Vanderbilt

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
January 25, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope signs an old newspaper for Chad Hedrick on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at Central Bank Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball, Mark Pope miss on five-star Caleb Wilson

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
January 24, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Ansley Almonor (15) high-fives fans after the Kentucky vs. Brown men’s basketball game on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 88-54. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Kentucky men’s basketball’s Ansley Almonor rises to occasion while Andrew Carr battles injury

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
January 23, 2025

PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: The Big, Bad SEC

Kai McClelland, Israel Schill, AJ Nava, and Tyler Russell
January 18, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Travis Perry (11) struggles with Texas A&M Aggies forward Solomon Washington (9) during the basketball game vs. Texas A&M on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 81-69. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball continues to excel against ranked opponents ahead of No. 4 Alabama showdown

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
January 18, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope celebrates with the fans after the basketball game vs. Texas A&M on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 81-69. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s and women’s basketball continues renaissance, clocks both teams in top 12 of AP Top 25

Tyler Russell and Kai McClelland
January 18, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) celebrates after making a three-pointer during the basketball game vs. Texas A&M on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky’s Jaxson Robinson continues strong play, leads Cats to win over Texas A&M

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
January 16, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Lamont Butler (1) celebrates after scoring a free throw during the basketball game vs. Florida on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 106-100. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball faces away test in Starkville with 0-2 record in true road games

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
January 11, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (0) holds his head after he was hit during a shot attempt during the basketball game vs. Ohio State on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Kentucky lost 85-65. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball falters in ‘Big Apple,’ shoots poorly against Buckeyes

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
December 31, 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

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
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

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
December 15, 2024
Clemson Tigers forward Chauncey Wiggins (7) celebrates after hitting a three-pointer during the basketball game vs. Clemson on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson , South Carolina . Kentucky lost 70-66. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Poor three-point shooting sinks Kentucky men’s basketball against Clemson

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
December 7, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats mascot Wildcat cheers as he watches the Kentucky vs. Purdue Fort Wayne women’s basketball game on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 79—67. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff

Kentucky men’s and women’s basketball programs usher in new era with combined 10-0 start

Jenna Lifshen and Tyler Russell
November 25, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh celebrates after scoring during the basketball game vs. Jackson State on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball stays perfect, blows by Jackson State 108-59

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
November 23, 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

Kentucky men’s basketball star Jaxson Robinson puts together statement showing versus Lipscomb

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
November 21, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Kerr Kriisa (77) celebrates after drawing a charging foul during the basketball game vs. Duke on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta , Georgia . Kentucky won 77-72 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

RIVALRY RENEWED: Kentucky and Duke men’s basketball reignite famed college rivalry

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
November 20, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) celebrates after making a and-one shot 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

Andrew Carr leads Kentucky men’s basketball to 77-72 win over No. 6 Duke

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
November 19, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Kerr Kriisa (77) celebrates with fans 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

COMEBACK CATS: UK men’s basketball overcomes deficit to best former No. 6 Duke

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
November 19, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope smiles to his players during the basketball game vs. Bucknell on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 100-72. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff

No. 19 Kentucky men’s basketball and No. 6 Duke both head into Champions Classic undefeated

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
November 12, 2024
Kentucky guard Kerr Karisa (77) celebrates after hitting a three-point shot during the basketball game vs. Bucknell on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff

AT THE BUZZER: Kentucky men’s basketball conquers Bucknell 100-72

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
November 9, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (0) looks down the court during the basketball game vs. Wright State on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 103-62. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff

MENTAL GAME: Otega Oweh brings grit and determination to succeed into Kentucky men’s basketball season

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
November 9, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Koby Brea (4) laughs and high-fives fans after the basketball game vs. Wright State on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 103-62. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff

Kentucky men’s basketball stars Koby Brea and Otega Oweh finish perfect in Wright State win

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
November 9, 2024
Kentucky forward Andrew Carr (7) shoots a three during the Kentucky Blue-White Preseason Event on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Kernel Sports beat reporters pick 2024-25 men’s and women’s basketball seasons

Cole Parke, Tyler Russell, Isaiah Pinto, Kai McClelland, and Jenna Lifshen
November 7, 2024
Kentucky guard Lamont Butler sings during his introduction during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff

Kentucky men’s basketball star Lamont Butler boasts treasure trove of experience

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
October 17, 2024
Kentucky guard Rob Dillingham (0) drives with the ball 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. Kentucky lost 80-76. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

CATS IN THE PROS: Rob Dillingham exceeds expectations in preseason NBA debut

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
October 5, 2024
Mark Pope holds up his championship trophy from 1996 as he is introduced at his 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

Kentucky men’s basketball star Jaxson Robinson selected to have breakout season in 2024-25

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
October 3, 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

Kentucky men’s basketball veteran Koby Brea expected to have significant three-point presence in 2024-25 season

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
September 18, 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

Kentucky, Mark Pope earns commitment of five-star Jasper Johnson from Woodford County

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
September 5, 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

An in-depth look into Kentucky men’s basketball’s 2025 SEC schedule

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
August 26, 2024
Mark Pope claps 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

Three FIBA U17 World Cup stars that would fit perfectly in Mark Pope’s scheme

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
August 8, 2024
Mark Pope recognizes a reporter during 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

Kentucky, Mark Pope schedule Division-II national champions Minnesota State for exhibition

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
July 23, 2024
Jaxson Robinson after committing to Kentucky. Image sourced from Instagram @j4xsonn

Kentucky basketball’s Jaxson Robinson likely to be cornerstone on new team

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
July 16, 2024
Kerr Kriisa after committing to Kentucky. Image sourced from Instagram @kkriisa

Former West Virginia guard Kerr Kriisa primed to be a key leader on 2024-25 Kentucky roster

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
July 6, 2024
Kentucky head coach John Calipari, left, pleads with guard Rob Dillingham (0) as he walks to the bench during the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 7 Texas A&M men's 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

COLUMN: Minnesota was the perfect landing spot for Kentucky’s Rob Dillingham

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
June 28, 2024
Kentucky freshman guard Justin Edwards speaks to reporters during the mens basketball media day press conference on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, at the Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff

Former five-star prospect Justin Edwards signs two-way contract with Philadelphia 76ers

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
June 27, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Antonio Reeves (12) holds the ball during the Kentucky vs. Florida mens basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 72-67. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky veteran Antonio Reeves drafted No. 47 overall in NBA Draft

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
June 27, 2024
Willie Cauley-Stein looks to pass during the Sacramento Kings game against the Washington Wizards on Saturday, October 15, 2016 in Lexington, Ky.

Everything you need to know about The Basketball Tournament

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
June 13, 2024
Mark Pope cheers 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

Kentucky men’s basketball to face Clemson in second annual SEC/ACC Challenge

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
June 12, 2024
Mark Pope recognizes a reporter during 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

Kentucky, Mark Pope land NBA prospect Jaxson Robinson from BYU

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
June 4, 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

Kentucky lands second commitment in one day as Kerr Kriisa chooses Lexington

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
May 1, 2024
Mark Pope cheers 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

Mark Pope lands highly coveted transfer Koby Brea

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
May 1, 2024
Mark Pope holds up his championship trophy from 1996 as he is introduced at his 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

Former Delaware, Wake Forest big Andrew Carr commits to Kentucky

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
May 1, 2024
Mark Pope speaks 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

Mark Pope, Kentucky earns commitment of Oklahoma State transfer Brandon Garrison

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
May 1, 2024
Somto Cyril. Photo sourced from Instagram: somtocyril

Former Kentucky commit Somto Cyril commits to Georgia

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
May 1, 2024
Kentucky quarterback Devin Leary throws the ball during the Kentucky vs. Alabama football game on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 49-21. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Devin Leary drafted in sixth round by Baltimore Ravens

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 27, 2024
Mark Pope speaks 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

Fifth-year transfer Amari Williams commits to Kentucky men’s basketball

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 21, 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

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 17, 2024
Mark Pope claps 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

Kentucky head coach Mark Pope earns first commitment in Lexington with Collin Chandler

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 16, 2024
Johnuel "Boogie" Fland. Photo sourced from Instagram: boogieee

Kentucky men’s basketball commit Boogie Fland reopens recruitment

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 15, 2024
Mark Pope. Image sourced from Instagram @coachmarkpope

Who is Mark Pope? A look into the career history of Kentucky’s new coach

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 12, 2024
Somto Cyril. Photo sourced from Instagram: somtocyril

Kentucky four-star Somto Cyril released from national letter of intent, reopens recruitment

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 10, 2024
Jayden Quaintance. Photo sourced from Instagram: qjay_21

Kentucky five-star Jayden Quaintance asks to be released from national letter of intent, reopens recruitment

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 10, 2024
Karter Knox. Photo sourced from Instagram: karterrknox

Four-star prospect Karter Knox reopens his recruitment after committing to Kentucky

Tyler Russell, Men’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 8, 2024
Kentucky Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart watches the Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky football game on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 28-17. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Eight candidates to potentially replace John Calipari in Lexington

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 8, 2024
Kentucky women's 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?

Colton Johnson, Tyler Russell, and Josh Smith
April 5, 2024
Kentucky women's 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

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 4, 2024
2024 McDonald's All Americans stand on the court for the national anthem ahead of the 2024 McDonald's All American game on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, in Houston, Texas. Photo provided by Alex Pennacchia.

Kentucky’s “burger boys” show out in 2024 McDonald’s All American game

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
April 3, 2024
Kentucky women's 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

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 28, 2024

Kernel at the Buzzer: The Calipari Conversation

Colton Johnson, Cole Parke, and Tyler Russell
March 28, 2024
Mark Pope cheers 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

Kentucky men’s basketball roster tracker: Who’s back, who’s new and who’s gone?

Cole Parke and Tyler Russell
March 28, 2024
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard (15) protests a foul call during the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 7 Texas A&M men's 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

Kentucky basketball freshman grades: Who thrived and who struggled?

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 24, 2024
Fans from the Kentucky student section react to the loss after the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 7 Texas A&M men's 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

ANALYSIS: Kentucky’s defense once again at fault for SEC Tournament defeat

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 18, 2024
Kentucky head coach Kyra Elzy coaches her team during the Kentucky vs Georgia women’s basketball game on Wednesday, Mar. 6, 2024, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Kentucky won 64-50. Photos by Sydney Yonker | Staff

ANALYSIS: Kyra Elzy relieved of her duties at Kentucky, now what?

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 12, 2024
Kentucky head coach Kyra Elzy walks onto the court before the Kentucky vs. ETSU womens basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 74-66 Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Kentucky women’s basketball begins journey in SEC Tournament in Greenville

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 6, 2024
Kentucky forward Ajae Petty prepares for free throws during the Kentucky vs. Ole Miss women’s basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky lost 45-75. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Kentucky women’s basketball ends regular season with blowout loss at LSU

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 3, 2024
Kentucky guard Saniah Tyler during the Kentucky vs. Ole Miss women’s basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky lost 45-75. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Kentucky women’s basketball suffers lopsided home finale loss versus Ole Miss

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
March 2, 2024
Kentucky players talk during a stoppage in play during the No. 17 Kentucky vs. No. 13 Alabama men’s basketball match on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 117-95. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

ANALYSIS: Kentucky offense thrives during massive Alabama win

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 27, 2024
Kentucky forward Ajae Petty goes up with the ball during the Kentucky vs. South Carolina women’s basketball game on Sunday, Feb. 25, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 103-55. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Kentucky women’s basketball suffers second thrashing versus No. 1 South Carolina

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 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

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 16, 2024
Kentucky forward Ugonna Onyenso defends during the Kentucky vs. Ole Miss men’s basketball game Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 75-63. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

ANALYSIS: Ugonna Onyenso once again shines in Kentucky’s win over Ole Miss

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 16, 2024
Kentucky guard Justin Edwards (1) goes for a windmill dunk 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

ANALYSIS: Justin Edwards shines in Kentucky’s thrashing at Vanderbilt

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 9, 2024
Kentucky guard Saniah Tyler takes a shot during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State women’s basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 77-74. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Kentucky women’s basketball continues road woes, falls at Georgia

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 4, 2024
Kentucky forward Ajae Petty comes down with a rebound during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State women’s basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 77-74. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

COLUMN: Kentucky’s overtime loss to Mississippi State puts the Cats in a precarious position in Athens

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 2, 2024
Kentucky guard Saniah Tyler sits on the guard after missing a shot during the Kentucky vs, Tennessee Tech women's basketball game Monday, Dec. 4, 2023, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 73-67. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

ANALYSIS: Rebounding and free throws sank Kentucky women’s basketball versus Alabama

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
February 1, 2024
Kentucky forward Zvonimir Ivisic smiles during a press conference after the Kentucky vs. Georgia men’s basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 105-96. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Reliving Zvonimir Ivišić’s Kentucky men’s basketball debut

Tyler Russell, Women’s Basketball Beat Reporter
January 27, 2024
Members of the Kentucky women's basketball team celebrate during the Kentucky vs. Missouri women’s basketball game on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 76-71. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Kentucky women’s basketball bounces back, defeats Missouri 76-71 for second SEC win

Tyler Russell, Women’s basketball beat reporter
January 21, 2024

PODCAST: Reeves, Elzy and all things basketball

Cole Parke, Tyler Russell, Josh Smith, and Peyton Dybowski
January 21, 2024
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