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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.”

Antonio Reeves, a Chicago native, had an impressive performance for Kentucky, contributing 24 points to the team’s effort. Freshman Rob Dillingham also stood out with 18 points, while sophomore Adou Thiero recorded career highs in both points (16) and rebounds (13). Freshman Reed Sheppard added 13 points and four steals to the Cats’ stat line.

However, Kentucky head coach John Calipari understands that this game is not about the storied past of these programs, but rather about the players on the current roster. With a relatively young team, Calipari is unsure of how they will respond to this high-pressure matchup.

Unfortunately, since their remarkable performance against Florida, the Wildcats’ rushing attack has experienced a decline in productivity. In their matchups against formidable teams like Georgia, Missouri, Tennessee, Mississippi State, and Alabama, Kentucky has averaged a mere 102.2 rushing yards per game. Their latest game against No. 8 Alabama saw a lackluster performance, with the Wildcats only managing 95 rushing yards, 74 of which came from a late fourth quarter run by Ramon Jefferson.

Head coach Johan Cedergren expressed his pride in the players, stating, “Really proud of Ben and Casper for making the all-tournament team. They both had excellent performances in the quarterfinal and semifinal matches.”

LEXINGTON, KY – In a commanding performance, the Kentucky Wildcats secured an impressive 82-54 victory over the USC Upstate Spartans. The win improves Kentucky’s record to 2-0 in the 2023-24 season, while USC Upstate falls to 0-3.

In a highly anticipated SEC matchup, the Kentucky Wildcats faced off against the powerhouse Alabama Crimson Tide at Kroger Field in Lexington, KY. Despite putting up a valiant effort, the Wildcats ultimately fell short, losing by a final score of 49-21.

In a postgame press conference at Rupp Arena, Kentucky Wildcats head coach, Kyra Elzy, expressed her satisfaction with the team’s performance, particularly highlighting the contributions of Eniya Russell in the offense. Coach Elzy praised Russell for her focused and defensive play, emphasizing her versatility and ability to pass and score. She also commended Russell for her nine rebounds, stating that she had exceeded expectations and played a pivotal role in the team’s success.

Kentucky’s quarterback, Devin Leary, completed 17 of 31 passes for 158 yards and a touchdown. However, the team struggled to find their rhythm against a formidable Alabama defense. Despite their best efforts, Kentucky’s record now stands at 6-4 overall and 3-4 in the Southeastern Conference.

Kentucky had a strong defensive performance, limiting TAMC to just 61 points. Head coach John Calipari praised the team’s defensive efforts, stating, “We did a great job of shutting down their offense and staying disciplined on defense.”