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🎺 HISTORY MADE: Kentucky Wildcats’ Fightin’ Wildcat Marching Band Named #1 in the World by ESPN! In a groundbreaking achievement, the University of Kentucky’s Fightin’ Wildcat Marching Band has been officially recognized as the #1 Marching Band in the World by ESPN, marking a historic first for the program. This prestigious accolade comes after a season of exceptional performances and national recognition. 🏆 A Season of Excellence Throughout the 2024–2025 season, the Wildcat Marching Band showcased unparalleled musicianship, precision, and showmanship. Their dynamic halftime shows, intricate formations, and high-energy performances captivated audiences at every home football game, earning them a…

💍 Celebrating 26 Years of Love: Kentucky Wildcats Coach Mark Pope and Wife Lee Anne Reflect on Their Journey Together Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball head coach Mark Pope and his wife Lee Anne joyfully commemorate their 26th wedding anniversary. The couple, who married in August 1999, have shared a remarkable journey together, both personally and professionally.  Mark and Lee Anne met in the late 1990s when Lee Anne was David Letterman’s personal assistant. Introduced by her brother Damon Archibald, the couple quickly formed a connection. Their shared values and mutual respect laid the foundation for a lasting relationship.…

$20M roster? No pocket watching for Kentucky basketball: “We keep the hoops, the hoops.” What is the NIL valuation of Kentucky‘s 2025-26 roster? “It’s close to $200 million,” Mark Pope joked back in May. He wouldn’t touch on the specifics with a 10-foot pole, specifically relating to the alleged $20 million number floating out there since the Wildcats put a bow on the portal and high school additions — plus Otega Oweh‘s return both to the floor and on the payroll, likely with a hefty raise.   Kentucky will never admit publicly what Oweh made to turn down a likely…

Kentucky Showing Interest in Qayden Samuels, The No. 15-Ranked Prospect in 2026 Qayden Samuels is a new name to watch for Kentucky. The 2026 four-star guard has recently emerged onto Kentucky’s radar.   The 6-foot-5, 200-pound shooting guard from Bishop McNamara (District Heights, MD), has been in contact with Kentucky assistant coach Alvin Brooks III, his mother tells KSR+. Sam Kaysar of LeagueRDY was the first to report the news.   Samuels is currently at the NBPA Top 100 Camp in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Kentucky head coach Mark Pope, as well as assistants Alvin Brooks III, Cody…

🚍 Legendary: Rich Rodriguez Donates Two Jaw-Dropping Luxury Buses to West Virginia Mountaineers! “We Built This Legacy — Let’s Ride Like It” In a move that has electrified the Mountaineer Nation, legendary coach Rich Rodriguez has made an unprecedented gesture of support for his alma mater by donating two state-of-the-art luxury buses to the West Virginia University (WVU) football program. This remarkable contribution is set to enhance the team’s travel experience and reflect the high standards of excellence that Rodriguez has always championed.  🏈 A Legacy of Excellence Rodriguez, who served as WVU’s head football coach from…

🏈 West Virginia Quarterback Scotty Fox Donates Entire $20 Million Signing Bonus to Homeless Charities: “I Could Easily Be One of Them” In an unprecedented act of generosity, West Virginia University (WVU) quarterback Scotty Fox has pledged his entire $20 million signing bonus to support homeless charities across the United States. The 6-foot-2, 210-pound dual-threat quarterback from Mentor, Ohio, made this announcement during his introductory press conference in Morgantown, stating, “I could easily be one of them.” Fox’s commitment to social justice and community service has garnered widespread praise and attention.  🌟 A Freshman with a Big Heart…

🏀 Historic First: West Virginia Mountaineers Women’s Basketball Team Partners with PlayStation for Groundbreaking Video Game Cover In a monumental leap for women’s sports, the West Virginia University (WVU) Mountaineers women’s basketball team has secured a historic partnership with PlayStation, becoming the first collegiate women’s team to grace the cover of a major video game. This groundbreaking collaboration is set to debut in the highly anticipated 2026 basketball video game, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of women’s athletics and gaming culture.  🌟 A Legacy of Excellence The Mountaineers women’s basketball team has consistently demonstrated excellence…

LOOK: Tyran Stokes rocks Kentucky blue on official visit to Lexington Kentucky managed to sneak the nation’s No. 1 overall recruit to Lexington for an official visit — Mark Pope proving real Gs move in silence like lasagna. The Wildcats hosted Tyran Stokes on campus this week, the five-star wing arriving June 8 to be a part of move-in and early workouts for the 2025-26 squad as we prepare for year two of the new era.   Stokes previously took official visits to Louisville and Kansas — arguably Adidas’ top basketball brands — and now, one of Nike’s top programs…

West Virginia head coach Ross Hodge inherits a basketball program that has undergone plenty of change in the past three off-seasons in Morgantown. The Mountaineers have had four coaches during that time beginning with Bob Huggins to interim Josh Eilert to Darian DeVries and now Hodge. Over the past two years, West Virginia has missed the NCAA Tournament field in each of those seasons and has compiled a 28-36 record with a 14-24 mark in the Big 12 Conference. Hodge now has the challenge of getting the basketball program back into the NCAA Tournament which has a…

     West Virginia is inching closer to a season reloaded and refocused. Word dropped today that the NCAA granted guard Chance Moore a fifth season of eligibility, clearing the biggest off-court obstacle for what promises to be a roster overhaul under new coach Ross Hodge. This isn’t just a waiver—it’s a signal to recruits, fans, and conference rivals that WVU is serious about building momentum on the fly. Moore, a 6’6″ combo guard out of Brookhaven, Georgia, is more than just a waiver beneficiary. His college journey reads like a mini case study of the transfer portal…