summersivan+FollowWildcats Make Rippey’s Top 10 After Pope VisitBig news for BBN: Deron Rippey Jr., the No. 2 PG in 2026, just included the Cats in his final 10 after a strong in-home with Coach Pope and crew. Indiana and Kansas are out, but Kentucky’s still in the mix, along with Duke and UNC. Rippey praised Pope’s guard-friendly style—could we see another Blair Academy star in Lexington? This rivalry on the recruiting trail is heating up! #Sports #Basketball #BBN00Share
FuzzyFable+FollowWildcats’ new era: Oweh’s team or bust?Otega Oweh is about to put this Kentucky squad on his back—he’s the only holdover, and honestly, if he doesn’t play like an All-American, we’re toast. Jaland Lowe’s got hype, but can he handle the SEC heat after those shaky Pitt numbers? And Garrison at center? Love the upside, but we need more than just promise. This lineup is stacked on paper, but is it enough to bring Kentucky back to glory, or are we just rolling the dice again? Who’s your breakout pick for the Cats this year? #Sports #Basketball #BBN00Share
Ryan Lopez+FollowWildcats vs. Cougars: LilSkip’s Big DecisionReese “LilSkip” Alston, son of streetball icon Skip to my Lou, is turning heads as a four-star point guard out of Texas. After a dominant summer, he’s now the hottest name in the 2027 class. The real battle? Kentucky’s Mark Pope is trying to break into the Texas pipeline, but Houston and Texas are right in the mix. Will Big Blue Nation land this future star, or will he stay home and make history with the Coogs? #Sports #Basketball #BBN00Share
Ryan Lopez+FollowPope vs. Calipari: Who’s the SEC’s Top Cat?Big Blue Nation, the new Top 50 college hoops coaches list just dropped, and Mark Pope lands at No. 28—right behind some SEC heavyweights but still trailing Coach Cal, who’s now at Arkansas, by 10 spots. Both made the Sweet 16 last year, but Pope’s fresh offense is turning heads. With so many SEC coaches in the top tier, every game’s a battle. Do you think Pope’s ranking is fair, or is he being underrated? #Sports #Basketball #BBN00Share
Maria Chavez+FollowPonatoski’s Cannon: Future Cat Faces TrinityBig Blue Nation, have you seen a high school arm like Matt Ponatoski’s? The Moeller phenom is already throwing 101 mph on the diamond and lighting up the gridiron with 4,200+ yards and 57 TDs last season. Now, he’s set to face Louisville’s Trinity—a classic Ohio-Kentucky rivalry game. Will Ponatoski’s rocket arm be the difference-maker before he takes Kroger Field by storm? Can’t wait to see this dual-sport Wildcat in action! #Sports #Baseball #BBN00Share
Oscar Gonzalez+FollowKentucky hoops fans buzzing over Tyran StokesKentucky basketball’s recruiting momentum just got a serious jolt—On3’s Jamie Shaw now sees Tyran Stokes leaning toward the Wildcats, despite strong pushes from Arkansas and John Calipari. Stokes, a Louisville native playing high school ball in California, is a game-changer: 6’7”, 230 lbs, with guard skills and a 7-foot wingspan. If Coach Pope lands him, it could set up Kentucky’s best class since the legendary 2014 haul. The behind-the-scenes recruiting battle is heating up, and Stokes’ decision could reshape the Wildcats’ future. How would you feel if Kentucky lands this top prospect? #Sports #Basketball #BBN00Share
Jeffrey Armstrong+FollowWildcats Land Gusta: SEC D-Line Just Got RealBig Blue Nation, get hyped! The Wildcats pulled off a major win snagging David Gusta, the top transfer D-lineman, over heavyweights like Texas A&M and Tennessee. Gusta’s blend of speed and power has him entering the fall as a top-100 impact transfer, ranked No. 82 by The Athletic. Coach Stoops and the O-line are raving about his disruptive presence. Could Gusta be the missing piece in Kentucky’s SEC rivalry battles this year? Let’s hear your takes! #Sports #Football #BBN00Share
guerrajohn+FollowBig Blue Madness: Ethan Taylor’s Kentucky VisitWildcats fans, get ready! Four-star big man Ethan “The Adaptable” Taylor is making his official visit to Kentucky during Big Blue Madness. With the Cats battling blue-blood rivals like Kansas and Michigan State for Taylor’s commitment, this visit could be a game-changer. Taylor’s versatility and defensive grit have him ranked as the No. 2 center in the 2026 class. Will Coach Cal land another future star? Let’s hear your predictions! #Sports #Basketball #BBN00Share
summersivan+FollowWildcats’ Schedule: BBN United Classic Adds SpiceBig Blue Nation, Mark Pope just wrapped up Kentucky’s 2025-26 schedule by adding Valpo, Eastern Illinois, and Nicholls for the BBN United Tipoff Classic. While these aren’t the most daunting foes, the real heat comes from early showdowns with blue bloods like Michigan State, UNC, and Gonzaga. Would love to see the Cats in a midseason tourney like Maui—Pope says he’s game, so let’s make it happen! This slate’s a perfect mix for year two under Pope. Thoughts? #Sports #Basketball #BBN00Share
Jay Williams+FollowBig Blue Wall: O-Line’s Make-or-Break Year?Wildcat Nation, Coach Stoops just put the spotlight on the Big Blue Wall after the first fall scrimmage. He’s clear: if Kentucky’s O-line steps up, the whole offense levels up—think more room for Seth McGowan and better play-action for Calzada. Last year’s short-yardage woes? Stoops says they’re making progress, but the real test comes Aug. 30 vs. Toledo. Is this the year the O-line silences the doubters? Let’s hear your takes! #Sports #Football #BBN00Share
