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Led by Emma Grome, who tallied 55 assists, Kentucky’s balanced attack proved too much for Texas A&M. Freshman Brooklyn DeLeye led the way with 18 kills, followed by Elise Goetzinger with 13, Erin Lamb with 12, and Azhani Tealer with 12. The Wildcats attacked at an impressive .360 clip, while holding Texas A&M to just .211.

The morning session was highlighted by junior Caroline Benda, who achieved an Olympic Trials cut in the 400 IM with a time of 4:48.39. Benda secured her spot in the event for next summer’s trials. Several other Wildcats also had strong morning swims, earning “A-final” lanes for the night session. Ryan Merani, Madi McGlothen, Anna Havens Rice, Max Berg, Lance Johnson, Torie Buerger, and Grace Frericks all secured top spots.

This Friday, Dillingham and the Wildcats will face off against Stonehill at Rupp Arena. Stonehill, with a 1-3 record, is coming off a tough 100-56 loss against Saint Joseph’s on Tuesday.

In women’s diving, junior Abby Devereaux also made her mark by reaching the final on the three-meter springboard and ultimately finishing seventh with a score of 290.50. With these outstanding performances, the Kentucky team demonstrated their prowess in the diving arena.

The Wildcats, led by head coach Kyra Elzy, have a 51-41 overall record under her leadership. Despite the loss, Kentucky still holds a 6-1 advantage in all-time matchups against the Governors, including a 4-1 record in home games. The Wildcats will now embark on a four-game away stretch, beginning with a game against NR/RV Florida Gulf Coast on November 19.

South Carolina has had a mixed bag of results this season, with their wins characterized by high-scoring performances. They have averaged an impressive 42.3 points per game in their victories. On the flip side, in five of their six losses, they have failed to score more than 20 points. The only exception was a close 41-39 defeat to Florida.

Prior to the camp, the coaches will communicate with each participant and their parent or guardian to determine their specific goals and tailor the training accordingly. This personalized approach ensures that each diver gets the most out of their experience.

To kick things off, the Cats will engage in a Blue-White scrimmage on January 13 at Frederick Douglass High School in Lexington. This will provide an excellent opportunity for the team to warm up and showcase their skills.

Calipari acknowledged that there were some breakdowns in the game, especially towards the end with missed free throws and shots, but he commended the team for their resilience. “A young team learns that,” he said. “But what I was proud of is they fought.”

Kentucky will look to bounce back in their next game against Stonehill, which will take place on Friday at home as part of the Wildcat Challenge. This game will be televised on SEC Network+.