Friday News Updates

Hopson Update

Despite all the rumors, twists and turns going around. Billy Gillispie has yet to make contact with recruit Scotty Hopson, or his mother.

But according to his mother, UK assistants have been in contact with her recently.

Softer Side

Here’s a great story on Billy Gillispie from Larry Vaught. It shows another side of Gillispie, one that many people will like hear about.

Big Man Listings

One thing everyone agrees on, we need one.

CSTV looks at the available ‘Big Men‘ this spring.

Of interest…

• Teeng Akol 6-foot-10 200 PF Bradenton IMG Academy (Fla.)
• Josh Harrelson 6-foot-9 270 C Southwestern CC (Ill.)
• Ater Majok 6-foot-9 215 PF Martinsville Heat Academy (Va.)
• L.A. Pomlee 6-foot-8 225 PF Davenport Central (La.)

Judge and Jury

The Sporting News with an article on what the NCAA selection committee will look at when deciding the field. They look at Kentucky and their chances, or lack thereof.

Where’s The Love

Over at Yardbarker…Wildcatfanatic wonders where’s the love been for Kentucky seniors Ramel Bradley and Joe Crawford.

VIP Access

CBS Sports, along with the NCAA is again having their March Madness on Demand. This time around it will feature free live online streaming of all the Division I tournament games.

If you haven’t already, head on over to pick up your free VIP access.