Hump Links : Game Day!

Finally it’s that time where some ball is to be played. Don’t forget that Kentucky kicks off with an exhibition game against Pikeville College tonight at 7:00 EST.

Lineups For Tonight

I guess coach Gillispie awards those who show game in practice. The starting lineups were released and may surprise some.

Ramel Bradley
Jodie Meeks
Ramon Harris
Perry Stevenson
Mark Coury

No Patrick Patterson or Joe Crawford.

Jasper Out

As expected, PG Derrick Jasper will not be available for any action.

Return To Rupp

Here’s an article on Pikeville coach Kelly Wells, who returns to Rupp where he guided Mason County to a state championship in 2003.

Coverage

UKAthletics.com, has coverage on tonight’s game, which includes press conference quotes, live game audio and stats links.

A Long Time

Espn has a story on Seattle U and Kentucky playing 50 years after their title game.

Face-Off

SU forward Ryan Coldren…

To play in Rupp Arena with the tradition they have there and to honor the old Seattle University when they challenged a powerhouse like Kentucky, it’s a honor to be in the same sentence with that group.”

SU forward Leigh Swanson…

It’s amazing. It’s a cherry-on-the-top kind of thing,” said forward Leigh Swanson. “I didn’t expect it. It’s exciting to go play in front of 23,000.”

Potty Mouth

With the NCAA’s plan on cracking down on foul language this season, coach Gillispie may experience an technical challenge.

Former Gillispie player Acie Law IV on hearing about technical fouls given on coaches who curse during games this season…

Coach is going to get a few techs this year.”

Also noted: Recruit Chris Singleton may be down to Kentucky or Florida State.

Rupp Arena

Coach Gillispie likes to practice in Rupp and has been using the facility to get familiar with it.

Lets see what others around the Blogosphere are sayin’

The Known Caucasians, gives a little BUY and SELL action on Kentucky players with Stock Report #1.

A Sea of Blue, has an Alumni report on former Cat Keith Bogans.