This is the fourth time in the program’s history that Louisville has received this award, with their previous win coming during the 2019 season. The university will be presented with the award during the Honors Luncheon on January 8, 2024, at the AFCA Convention in Nashville, Tennessee.

Louisville enters this clash with momentum on their side, as they are currently riding a four-game winning streak. Their most recent victory was a dominant 80-40 performance against NC A&T on December 3 at home. The Cardinals’ defense once again proved to be formidable, as they secured their 38th consecutive win when holding their opponents to 59 points or less. In fact, Louisville has limited their opponents to 59 points or fewer in five of their nine games this season.

Under the leadership of head coach Tim Garrison, Team 49 made history by becoming the first Kentucky gymnastics team since 1984 to go undefeated in their homestand. The Wildcats also set a new overall meet score against Alabama and later topped that score against Arkansas with an impressive 197.875. Additionally, they secured a spot in the evening session at the SEC Championships for the first time since 2019 by achieving their highest overall road meet score at Illinois with a 197.800. Notably, the Wildcats were one of only three NCAA DI gymnastics programs to score 49.000+ in every meet, showcasing their consistency and determination.

Standing at 5-10 and weighing 216 pounds, Davis, a graduate transfer from San Francisco, had an impressive season. He accumulated 1,066 yards on 186 carries, scoring 13 touchdowns rushing. Additionally, he had 317 yards on 29 catches with a remarkable seven touchdowns receiving. Davis concluded the regular season as the program’s record holder for single-season touchdowns (20) and scoring (120 points), and he leads the SEC in both categories. Furthermore, he currently ranks 13th on the program’s list for single-season rushing yards with 1,066.

Bradshaw emphasizes the importance of practice, stating, “If something doesn’t go right, we’ve got to go to practice and correct it. Search for a different outcome, a different way we could have been better.” He believes that it is crucial for the team to analyze their mistakes and find ways to improve.

The loss marked the end of Kentucky’s season, with the Wildcats finishing with a 21-8 overall record and an impressive 17-1 record in the Southeastern Conference. Head coach Craig Skinner led the team to their seventh consecutive SEC Championship, a remarkable feat. Despite the defeat, the team can be proud of their achievements this year.

For Roed, this marks his second All-Region selection, having previously been named a second team honoree in 2022. He has consistently been a key player in Louisville’s offensive attack, and his abilities did not go unnoticed. Roed finished the season with five goals and led the Cardinals with nine assists, tying for the fourth-most in a single season in program history. His standout performance came in the ACC Championship quarterfinal round, where he notched a hat trick and an assist in a thrilling 4-3 win over Notre Dame. This incredible feat marked the first hat trick by a Louisville player since 2017 and set an ACC Championship record with seven points. Roed’s impact on the team cannot be understated.

If you’re looking for a larger package deal, there are still some options for the 2023-24 Kentucky men’s basketball season. Mini packs, which offer a five-game package, are still on sale with prices starting at $290. However, as expected, the inventory for these packages is also becoming increasingly limited. So if you want to secure your spot, it’s best to make your purchase sooner rather than later.

Miller, a Lexington native, showcased his skills on the field as a defender and played a key role in the team’s success. He led the squad in assists with a total of seven, surpassing his freshman tally. Head coach Johan Cedergren spoke highly of Miller’s contributions, saying, “His leadership on and off the field has not gone unnoticed by myself and our staff, so it’s great to see it awarded in this way.”

All UK employees are in for a treat as they can enjoy free entry for themselves and bring along one guest simply by showing their UKID at the door. But wait, there’s more! The first 50 staff members who present their UKID at the designated table inside the main entrance will receive a complimentary UK Athletics cup.