Jamie Vaught: UK great ‘Wah Wah’ Jones played for legends Bear Bryant, Adolph Rupp — at same time
(Editor’s Note: During our national COVID-19 crisis, longtime sports columnist Jamie H. Vaught will be writing about the ex-Wildcats who…
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Calipari atop New York Knicks’ coaching wish list? UK mentor unlikely to consider NBA opening
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today John Calipari’s name has surfaced yet again as a potential candidate for the head coaching…
UK standout John Rhodes named national co-Freshman of the Year by Collegiate Baseball News
University of Kentucky freshman infielder/outfielder John Rhodes has been named national co-Freshman of the Year by Collegiate Baseball News. The publication previously…
NKU’s Harris named to 2020 Under Armour 30-Under-30 Team of college basketball assistant coaches
The National Association of Basketball Coaches has named Northern Kentucky University men’s basketball assistant coach David Harris to its 2020…
Louisville legend, Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer Wes Unseld dead at age 74
Former University of Louisville standout Wes Unseld, a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, passed away on…
Villa Madonna Academy puts new head coaches in charge of boys, girls basketball programs
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Villa Madonna Academy has hired new head coaches for its boys and girls basketball…
Newport names former Campbell County mentor Beau Menefee as girls basketball head coach
NKyTribune staff Record-setting coach Beau Menefee, who led Campbell County High School to a No. 1 state ranking and won…
EKU standouts Lewis, Harris selected to Collegiate Baseball’s NCAA Division I All-America team
Eastern Kentucky University senior catcher A.J. Lewis and junior second baseman Daniel Harris IV have been chosen to the Collegiate…
Billy Reed: Racism has to stop now. What’s wrong with us? Why can’t we cure this insidious disease?
“…I have a dream that the day will come when my four little children will live in a nation where…
Don Owen: Even-numbered years meant odd trends — and multiple GLVC titles — for NKU baseball
What do the years 2002, 2004, 2006 and 2008 have in common with Northern Kentucky University baseball? Hint: It’s something…
Louisville quarterback ready for return to campus next week; to begin voluntary workouts June 8
By Rocco Gasparro University of Louisville After two months of being away from campus, University of Louisville quarterback Micale Cunningham…
Kentucky, Notre Dame to resume basketball rivalry this season; Irish to visit Rupp Arena on Dec. 12
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kentucky has renewed its rivalry with Notre Dame on the basketball court. The two storied…
KHSAA Board of Control votes to gradually resume high school sports activities during June
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The first steps to resume Kentucky high school sports amid the coronavirus pandemic were…
Louisville basketball standout Nwora working out in gym, preparing for upcoming NBA Draft
By Kenny Klein University of Louisville While many have been stuck at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, University of Louisville…
Calipari: UK basketball players to be in ‘pretty good bubble’ upon return to campus in June
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kentucky head coach John Calipari expects things to be different, much different, when players return…
Latonia native, Holmes graduate Brian Neal named women’s basketball head coach at Wittenberg
NKyTribune staff Latonia native Brian Neal has been named the head coach of the Wittenberg University women’s basketball program. Neal,…
Briggs overcomes rough start, stressful family situation to help NKU win Horizon League title
From NKU Athletics Communications Reilly Briggs enjoyed a memorable rookie season for the Northern Kentucky University volleyball team. She earned…
Richmond course set to host mini-PGA Tour event this week; three-day tournament begins Tuesday
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Professional golf is returning to the Bluegrass this week in Richmond. The Bull at Boone’s…
Former UK head coach Eddie Sutton dead at age 84; led Wildcats to 32-4 record in 1985-86
NKyTribune staff Former University of Kentucky basketball coach Eddie Sutton died at the age of 84 on Saturday. Sutton’s family…
Keeneland requests five-day Summer Meet in July; event would be held without spectators
Keeneland has submitted a request to the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission’s Race Dates Committee for a five-day Summer Meet, to…
UK’s Barnhart says ‘safety’ major priority as SEC gives green light to campus workouts starting June 8
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today The Southeastern Conference has given member institutions the green light to allow student-athletes back on…
WKU to induct 16 great Hilltopper squads in inaugural class of Athletic Hall of Fame Teams
The Western Kentucky University Alumni W-Club announced Thursday the 16 great athletic squads that will make up the multi-year inaugural…