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This meet holds significant importance for the Wildcats as they gear up for the 2024 SEC Championships, which are just over a month away. It marks the first dual matchup between Kentucky and Alabama since December 2020, making it an exciting opportunity for both teams to showcase their skills.

The competition kicks off on Friday, January 12 at noon with the Men’s and Women’s High Jump, followed by running events starting at 3 p.m. with the Women’s 60-meter dash first round. On Saturday, events will begin at 11 a.m. with the Men’s Pole Vault and Men’s and Women’s Shot Put. Running events for the day will commence at 12 p.m. with the Women’s 60-meter dash semifinals.

Kentucky moved to 2-0 in the SEC with a 90-77 home win over a cagey Missouri Tiger team.  Kentucky was never really in danger of losing but as predicted in the preview the game was closer than it should have been. 

Kentucky, currently 7-7 on the season, has won five of its last seven games and enters conference play on a three-game winning streak. The Wildcats are coming off a 72-59 victory over Samford, with senior forward Ajae Petty leading the way with 22 points and 13 rebounds.

Kentucky’s overall performance was impressive, with Tre Mitchell contributing a double-double of 20 points and 14 rebounds. D.J. Wagner added 16 points, Antonio Reeves scored 14, and Aaron Bradshaw had 10 points for the team.

Once the game concludes, make sure to stick around for the Ruoff Mortgage Wildcat Wrap up, where Tom and Jack will have exclusive interviews with players and coaches. This post-game segment promises to provide valuable insights and analysis.

Following the win, Kentucky has climbed up the rankings to become the XXth team in the Associated Press College Basketball Poll. They will return to Rupp Arena on Tuesday night to face the Missouri Tigers. Welch expects the Tigers to present a challenge due to their style of play.

Kentucky welcomes the Missouri Tigers to Rupp Arena on Tuesday and we tell you what you need to know about Kentucky’s 2nd conference opponent.

The Cats traveled to Gainesville and picked up a huge road win over the…

Eniya Russell made an impact off the bench, leading UK in scoring with 16 points. Maddie Scherr also contributed to the team’s efforts with 13 points, five assists, and four rebounds, while Saniya Tyler added valuable points with 10 on the board.