What’s Next for John Calipari?

I forced myself to endure some of the UK post-game celebration and chatter last night.  I did that for two reasons: 1) to see how they celebrated so we don’t get called out for “misbehaving” when our time comes and 2) to see where Cal’s head was at after finally winning a title. I figured…

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Thoughts on the One & Done Strategy

The boys down the road in Lexington just cut the nets down for the eighth time last night in New Orleans. Congrats again, guys! I get nothing out of saying that other than appreciating the fact that some of my good friends get to enjoy a title even though they root for the “wrong” team….

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The Keys to Beating UK & a Prediction

It’s here! Game Day has finally arrived.  The beer has been iced and will be mega cold by tip-off and everyone’s nerves will be on the ultimate edge. Even though UofL is a big underdog, the game still has to be played in spite of UK having something stupid like 52 first round draft picks…

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Basketball & Football Recruiting Debate

Around Kentucky, it’s always basketball recruiting season! Over the weekend, the Cards welcomed in several top recruits to see the OT win against Pitt in the Yum! Center. I’m not sure if commenting on individual recruits constitutes some obscure violation of NCAA rules since I’m a season ticket holder so this post will not mention…

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A Huge Win at a High Cost

You probably heard the news that UofL beat #4 Pittsburgh yesterday 62-59 in overtime. I won’t recap the play-by-play, but I’ll share my perspective since I was there along with some ranting to clear my head (I even waited a day to calm down before posting). The closing of the game included a technical foul…

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