The Ones We Lost In 2009

Cats Living the Good Life With a 104-61 Win

Cats add an extra win to their undefeated season, so mark down an extra W on your schedules, to total 14 wins! John Wall breaks the school record with 16 assist's and Darnell Dodson lightin up the 3's as he makes 6 for 10. Kentucky (3) held the reins the whole game, and never looked back.

.

1st Half UK, 57, H'ford, 31

2nd Half, UK, 47, H'ford, 30

Final Score UK, 104, H'Ford 61

.

Starters

P. Patterson, 23 Mins, 4 Ast's, 11 Pts

D. Cousins, 19 Mins, 12 Rebs, 2 Ast's, 1 Stl, 2 Blk's, 19 Pts

R. Harris, 22 Mins, 1 Reb, 1 Ast, 1 Stl, 7 Pts

D. Miller, 23 Mins, 1 Reb, 5 Ast's, 16 Pts

J. Wall, 30 Mins, 4 Rebs, 16 Ast's, 1 Stl, 9 Pts

.

Bench

P. Stevenson, 14 Mins, 5 Pts

D. Dodson, 18 Mins, 8 Rebs, 19 Pts

M. Krebs, 4 Mins, 1 Reb, 3 Pts

J. Harrellson, 8 Mins, 2 Rebs, 2 Pts

D. Liggins,19 Mins, 3 Rebs, 2 Ast's, 3 Pts

J. Hood, 7 Mins, 1 Reb

D. Orton, 13 Mins, 3 Rebs, 2 Blk's, 10 Pts

.

Kentucky Videos Player of the Game: John Wall. Had 16 assist's (school record) and was an amazing ball handler.

Rich Brooks Update

Just found out following the loss to Clemson in the 2009 Music City Bowl 21-13, that Rich Brooks (Kentucky Football's head coach) is 80% certain he will not be coaching, and will be retiring. He will talk it over with his family in the future, he said he will make up his mind in 4-7 days or so. We'll keep you posted on what happens.

12-27-09

Cats Win 86-73

24,288 came to watch a game today that in the beginning was a nailbiter. Long Beach State, was keeping it close the whole first half and some of the 2nd, but luckily in the last 10 minutes, UK was able to pull it out and go up by points up in the teens. Next game for UK will be in Rupp Arena against Hartford on Dec. 29 (Tue) at 7:00 to finish up December.

.

1st Half UK 37, LBSU, 37

2nd Half UK 49, LBSU, 36

Final Score, UK 86, LBSU 73

.

Team Points

P. Stevenson, 9 Mins, 3 Rebs, 1 Blk, 2 Pts

R. Harris 20 Mins, 2 Rebs, 1 Ast, 1 Blk, 7 Pts

D. Dodson, 10 Mins, 1 Reb, 5 Pts

P. Patterson, 32 Mins, 11 Rebs, 2 Ast's, 2 Blk's, 15 Pts

J. Harrellson, 7 Mins, 2 Rebs, 2 Blk's, 2 Pts

M. Krebs, 1 Min

D. Liggins, 14 Mins, 1 Reb, 2 Pts

D. Miller, 26 Mins, 4 Rebs, 1 Blk, 8 Pts

E. Bledsoe, 30 Mins, 4 Rebs, 5 Ast's 11 Pts

D. Cousins, 13 Mins, 10 Rebs, 3 Ast's, 2 Stl's, 1 Blk, 15 Pts

J. Hood, 1 Min

D. Orton, 10 Mins

J. Wall, 27 Mins, 4 Rebs, 5 Ast's, 4 Stl's, 19 Pts

R. Harris, 20 Mins, 2 Rebs, 1 Ast, 1 Blk, 7 Pts

.

Kentucky Videos Player of the Game: Patrick Patterson. He had 4 OREB's, and was a great defensive player.

Kentucky Wins 2,000 Video

I tried to use Tom Leach audio from the ending of the 2,000 game that my friend Catsfan39 gave me, but my computer wouldn't let me save the video when I put it in.

2,000 No Longer a Dream

The Big Blue Nation celebrates tonight in Rupp Arena as we become the first franchise to win 2K. Kentucky defeats Drexel 88-44 as UK stayed in control the whole time and Drexel just couldn't convert. Kentucky improves to 12-0 and Drexel falls to 6-6 in tonight's game. The Cats and their beloved fans will start the road to 3,000 total wins Wednesday afternoon at 1 .M. against Long Beach State. 24,354 that attended tonight's game will have a memory that will not be forgotten as 2K go's down in the record books at 9:00 P.M. On Dec. 21st!

.

1st Half, UK 56 - Drexel 20

2nd Half, UK 32 - Drexel 24

Final Score, UK 88 - Drexel 44

.

Starters

P. Patterson, 21 Mins, 1 Reb, 1 Ast, 1 Stl, 18 Pts

D.Cousins, 14 Mins, 13 Rebs, 2 Stl's, 18 Pts

D.Miller, 20 Mins, 2 Rebs, 3 Ast's, 1 Stl, 1 Blk, 3 Pts

E. Bledsoe, 17 Mins, 4 Rebs, 3 Ast's, 2 Pts

J. Wall, 26 Mins, 3 Rebs, 7 Ast's, 16 Pts

.

Bench

P. Stevenson, 19 Mins, 3 Rebs, 2 Blk's, 0 Pts

R. Harris, 14 Mins, 2 Rebs, 1 Ast, 9 Pts

D. Dodson, 12 Mins, 1 Reb, 2 Reb, 2 Stl's, 4 Pts

M. Krebs, 10 Mins, 1 Reb, 1 Stl, 0 Pts

J. Harrellson, 10 Mins, 3 Rebs, 2 Blk's, 5 Pts

D. Liggins, 11 Mins, 6 Pts

J. Hood, 10 Mins, 2 Rebs, 1 Ast, 1 Stl, 5 Pts

D. Orton, 16 Rebs, 7 Rebs, 2 Ast's, 1 Blk, 2 Pts.

.

Kentucky Videos Player of the Game: DeMarcus Cousins. Played very well, and was a big factor in UK's huge win today.

Video Highlights From Yesterday's Win vs APSU

Kentucky Gets 1,999th Win vs ASPU

John Calipari made history today when he coached the Cats to a 90-69 win over the Austin Peay State Governors. Patrick Patterson, DeMarcus Cousins, and John Wall all played huge games today. Four players scored double figures today; Wall, Patterson, Cousins, and Miller. DeAndre Liggins got the valuable experience he needed today if he is going to play a major role in Kentucky's productivity down the stretch. He played 12 minutes and scored 2 points. Austin Peay played the Cats well for most of the game. They gave a tremendous effort in today's game and will head back to Clarksville to host the Evansville Aces. Kentucky takes on Drexel Monday night on ESPNU seeking to be the first program to reach 2,000 all-time wins.

1st Half UK 49 APSU 35
2nd Half UK 41 APSU 34
Final UK 90 APSU 69

Starters

Patrick Patterson 31 mins, 21 pts, 9 rebs, 3 asts, 1 blk
DeMarcus Cousins 22 mins, 19 pts, 8 rebs
Darius Miller 20 mins, 11 pts, 5 rebs, 2 asts, 1 stl, 2 nlks
Eric Bledsoe 29 mins, 7 pts, 5 rebs, 1 ast
John Wall 34 mins, 17 pts, 4 rebs, 6 asts, 1 stl, 1 blk

Bench

Perry Stevenson 9 mins, 2 pts, 1 ast, 1 blk
Ramon Harris 7 mins, 6 rebs, 1 ast
Darnell Dodson 16 mins, 3 rebs, 1 ast, 3 blks
Mark Krebs 1 min
Josh Harrellson 1 min
DeAndre Liggins 12 min, 2 pts, 1 reb, 1 ast
Jon Hood 1 min
Daniel Orton 17 mins, 6 pts, 4 rebs 2 asts, 1 stl

Coach Cal To Be On FSN's "In My Own Words"

Above is a preview of the episode of FSN South's show "In My Own Words" that will be all about John Calipari. In My Own Words: John Calipari debuts on Tuesday, December 22 at 9 p.m. on FOX Sports South. Additional airings on December 23 at 3 p.m. following the Wildcats game against Long Beach State at 1 p.m.; December 28 at 9 p.m.; and December 29 at 9 p.m. (southern Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina) and 11 p.m. (Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi and northern Alabama).

John Calipari Discusses Austin Peay Game

Knight Calls Out Calipari, Coach Cal's Response

Video: Calipari responds to Knight’s calling out

UK Team Awards Announced for 2009

Courtesy of UKAA:

MOST VALUABLE PLAYER

The recipient will be the player judged to have contributed the most to the team's success, its biggest contributor with his play of the field. The award is selected by a vote of the team members. WINNER: Randall Cobb

MOST OUTSTANDING OFFENSIVE PLAYER

This award is given to the squad's best performer for the offensive unit, recognizing the best execution at his position of all team members. This award is determined by the coaching staff. WINNER: Randall Cobb

MOST OUTSTANDING DEFENSIVE PLAYER

This award is given to the squad's best performer on the defensive squad, recognizing the best execution at his position of all team members. This award is determined by the coaching staff. WINNER: Corey Peters

MOST INSPIRATIONAL PLAYER

The winner of this award will have demonstrated outstanding leadership and motivation through his play and actions on and off the field, both during competition and practice as an ultimate team player. This award is given following a vote of the team's members. WINNER: Randall Cobb, Sam Maxwell

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER

The recipient will be the squad member who has made the most improvement in his play and contribution to the team's success. It can be awarded based on progress since last spring, improvement from fall camp or development throughout the season. The coaches will select the winner of this award. WINNER: Danny Trevathan, Stuart Hines

OUTSTANDING FIRST-YEAR PLAYER

This award recognizes the efforts and performance of the top squad member in his first year in the football program. Those in consideration include freshmen and transfers. The award will be determined by members of the coaching staff. WINNER: Morgan Newton, DeQuin Evans

SPECIAL TEAMS PLAYER OF THE YEAR

This award will honor the player who made the biggest contribution to the squad's success as a member of one or more of the special teams. The recipient will be selected by the coaches. WINNER: John Conner

MOST OUTSTANDING OFFENSIVE LINEMAN

This award will be given to a member of the offensive line who consistently plays at a high level and contributes to the team's success and production. This award will be based on game grades and the recommendation of the coaching staff. WINNER: Zipp Duncan, Jorge Gonzalez

JERRY CLAIBORNE AWARD

The recipient of the award will be a senior who exemplifies the attributes and ideals championed by one of Kentucky's outstanding former head coaches. It will be based upon academic success and the display of a team-oriented attitude throughout the season. It will be selected by the coaching staff. WINNER: Ross Bogue, Corey Peters

MOST VALUABLE SCOUT TEAM PLAYERS

The awards honor another unsung facet of a football program, the players who perform on the scout teams during practice sessions. The honorees will be selected based on effort, attitude and performance in contributing behind the scenes to the team's success. They will be determined by members of the coaching staff. WINNERS: Sam Simpson (Offense), Mister Cobble (Defense)

Interviews With Scott Padgett & Josh Harrellson

Kentucky Showing Interest In #1 Rated JUCO Prospect

Calipari and the rest of the coaching staff have been to show interest in the #1 rated JUCO prospect Ricardo Ratliffe to fill there front court void going into next season. Ratliffe currently plays at Central Florida Community College in Ocala, Florida. He is 6'8 215 lbs from Hampton, Virginia. He reminds me quite a bit of Matt Pilgrim who we never got to see play at UK due to sitting out because of transferring and the firing of Billy Gillispie. His final list includes Missouri, Louisville, Clemson, Cincinnati, Alabama, Arkansas, Oklahoma and LSU, but UK is trying to get involved in the recruiting sweepstakes of Ricardo Ratliffe.

Coach Cal Showing "Big Cuz" Some Love

Video Highlights From Yesterday's Win Vs Indiana

Kentucky Wins The Battle of The Border VS Indiana

The Kentucky Wildcats picked up a huge win for them vs border-rival Indiana Hoosiers. Eric Bledsoe was the star of the show for the Cats today with 23 points( 4 threes). Patrick Patterson was good for another double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds. Kentucky struggled early on in the game and only held a one point lead at half time. Kentucky opened it up in the 2nd half adding 19 points to their lead by the end of the game. DeAndre Liggins also made his season debut today ending the ongoing speculation as to why he hadn't appeared in a game prior to today. Kentucky now has 1,998 wins. UK's next game will be next Saturday vs Austin Peay State University out of Clarksville, Tennessee. Kentucky remains undefeated(10-0) through arguably the thoughest stretch of games they have in the schedule proving they're as good as advertised. John Calipari has now tied Adolph Rupp for the best start in UK history for a coach in their 1st season

1st Half UK 42 IU 41

2nd Half UK 48 IU 32

Final UK 90 IU 73

Starters

Eric Bledsoe 23 pts, 1 stl, 1 blk, 1 reb, 1 ast

Patrick Patterson 19 pts, 11 rebs, 1 ast

DeMarcus Cousins 14 pts, 8 rebs, 3 blks, 1 stl

John Wall 11 pts, 8 asts, 6 rebs, 1 stl

Darius Miller 7 pts, 4 asts, rebs, 1 blk

Bench

Darnell Dodson 10 pts, 2 rebs, 1 stl

Ramon Harris 4 pts, 6 rebs, 1 ast

Daniel Orton 2 pts, 4 rebs, 2 stls

Jon Hood 1 min

Did Not Play

Josh Harrellson

Mark Krebs

Video Highlights From Yesterday's Game vs UConn

UConn Hits The "Wall" As Kentucky Defeats UConn To Remain Perfect

It was a back and forth game, Kentucky (4) scoring the first dozen points only to trail it at the half. 2nd half Kentucky and UConn (12) went at it as Kentucky was able to keep it close late in the second. With just a minute remaining, John Wall hits a hard runner in the lane and MAKES it for an And-1 to make the free-throw. Under 35 seconds remaining, Uconn's ball down 2, they just weren't able to convert on their possession as Kentucky's Ramon Harris able to dig out the rebound and gets fouled. He makes the first and missed the second, UConn quickly runs down to their end of the court, airballed the first three, and missed the second shot as the Cats roll over the Huskies.

.

1st Half Points, UK - 23 Uconn - 29

2nd Half Points, UK - 41 Uconn - 32

Final Score - UK - 64 Uconn - 61

.

Starters

.

Perry Stevenson, 3 Rebs, 3 Blk's, 0 Pts.

Patrick Patterson, 5 Rebs, 3 Stl's, 2 Blk's, 16 Pts.

Daniel Orton, 3 Rebs, 1 Stl, 2 Blk's, 1 Pt.

John Wall, 2 Ast's, 6 Stl's, 25 Pts.

DeMarcus Cousins, 11 Rebs, 10 Pts.

.

Bench

.

Ramon Harris, 4 Rebs, 1 Pt.

Josh Harrellson, 1 Reb.

Eric Bledsoe, 3 Rebs, 4 Pts.

Darius Miller, 1 Ast, 1 Stl, 2 Pts.

Darnell Dodson, 5 Rebs, 2 Stl's, 5 Pts.

.

Totals, 17 Offensive Rebs, 35 Rebs, 11 Ast's, 13 Stl's, 7 Blk's, 64 Pts.

.

Kentucky Videos Player Of The Game: John Wall. Yea, you'll probably be seeing his name here a lot, but him being the #1 recruit, I don't think he even knows what a bad game is. He scored the Cat's last 12 of 15 Pts as he was a big factor to why we won this game.

.

Kentucky now has 1,997 total wins.

Kentucky To Face Clemson Again In The Music City Bowl

Kentucky faced the Clemson Tigers 3 years ago in the 2006 Music City Bowl with a 28-20 victory. Kentucky will get the chance to repeat history again and try to win a record 4 straight Bowl Games for the first time ever at Kentucky. The game will be played December 17th at 8:30 PM and will be televised on ESPN. The game will be played at LP Field, home of the NFL's Tennessee Titans.

Video Highlights of UK's Win vs North Carolina

Kentucky Snaps Losing Streak To UNC, Win 68-66

Kentucky holds off a surging 2nd Half Tar Heels win to escape with a 68-66 win. Kentucky had not beat UK since 2004 until today. UK was once up by 19 points in this game but it all fell apart when John Wall had cramps and had to leave the game, as well as Orton, Cousins, and Bledsoe were in foul trouble. John Wall stole the show early in the first half with many break away dunks and smooth passes to his teammates for the assist. Turnovers killed the Cats in the 2nd Half but it did not stop them from winning. Bledsoe had nerves of steel sinking the clutch free throws for the Cats to holf on to the lead. John Wall would hit the game clinching free throws to seal the deal for the Cats. Patterson lead the Cats with 19 points. It was a heroic performance for the Cats today. They now move within 4 wins of 2000 with 1,996 and are ahead of UNC by 5 with 1,991 wins. This is UK's best start(8-0) since the 1993 season when UK won 11 straight under Rick Pitino.

1st Half UK 43 UNC 28

2nd Half UK 25 UNC 38

Final UK 68 UNC 66

Starters

DeMarcus Cousins 15 mins, 5 pts, 5 rebs

Patrick Patterson 37 mins, 19 pts, 7 rebs

Darius Miller 32 mins, 8 pts, 4 rebs

Eric Bledsoe 17 mins, 9 pts, 2 asts

John Wall 32 mins, 16 pts, 7 asts, 3 stls, 5 rebs

Bench

Perry Stevenson 8 mins, 1 reb, 1 block

Ramon Harris 21 mins, 2 pts, 3 rebs, 2 asts

Darnell Dodson 18 mins, 9 pts, 5 rebs

Josh Harrellson 2 mins

Daniel Orton 18 mins, 4 rebs, 2 blks, 1 stl, 1 ast

Did Not Play

DeAndre Liggins