Kentucky, Mark Pope

Mark Pope doubles down on Kentucky’s desire to win SEC Tournament: “That’s why we’re going down there.”
Mark Pope hasn’t been shy about Kentucky‘s goal entering postseason play, starting with the SEC Tournament in Nashville. It’s the same message he shared during his introductory press conference in April,
Three freshmen got chances for Kentucky this season. Mark Pope will need them in March
Collin Chandler, Trent Noah and Travis Perry have grown as players over the course of Kentucky’s season. They could be important for the Cats’ tournament hopes.
Grading Mark Pope's first regular season as the Kentucky basketball head coach
Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats finished up the regular season on Saturday with a massive road win over #15 Missouri, locking up the number six seed in the SEC Tournament. The Wildcats finished the season 21-10 overall and 10-8 in SEC play.
Freshmen Shine in Kentucky’s Win Over Missouri, Earning Praise from Coach Mark Pope
This game marked a significant step forward for the young Wildcats, as they continue to find their footing at the collegiate level. With the SEC Tournament fast approaching, Kentucky will need contributions from every player on the roster, and the freshmen proved they’re ready to shoulder more responsibility.
It took Mark Pope one season to achieve something John Calipari never did at Kentucky
Following a frustrating finish to the 2023-24 college basketball season, John Calipari stepped down as the Kentucky Wildcats head coach after 15 wildly successful years. He might've only won one national championship with Kentucky, but Calipari went 410-123 as a Wildcat overall, and consistently had his team in championship contention.
Everything Dennis Gates, Mark Pope Said After Mizzou's Loss to Kentucky
The No. 15-ranked Missouri Tigers couldn't end its home schedule with a win Saturday afternoon, falling to the No. 19-ranked Kentucky Wildcats in a 91-83 loss. With the SEC and NCAA Tournament approaching,
Mark Pope calls Kentucky basketball's win at Missouri ‘incredibly encouraging’
Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope speaks to the media after the Wildcats’ 91-83 win over the Missouri Tigers in Columbia on Saturday,.
A Mistake? Mark Pope’s Coaching Status With Kentucky Called Into Question
Mark Pope’s career as head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats has been a rollercoaster of ups and downs. Recent developments have cast doubt on his future with the team. From incredible successes to unanticipated controversies,
Mark Pope shares a key to victory for the Kentucky Wildcats over Missouri
The Kentucky Wildcats are getting set for the regular season finale on Saturday when they take on the #15 Missouri Tigers on the road in Columbia. Missouri has a very high-powered offense, and a lot of their possessions come in transition.
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Mark Pope admits referees reward coaches who throw ‘tantrums’ — but they mean well
It’s been an interesting journey for Mark Pope as he’s gotten used to life in the SEC, particularly when it comes to ...
John Calipari could learn from Mark Pope's thoughts on the SEC Tournament
John Calipari was very open during his time in Lexington about how he did not care about the SEC Tournament. Clearly, this ...
You are living through a year in Kentucky basketball history like no other
A wave of head coaching changes at six of our state’s eight NCAA Division I men’s basketball programs has changed the face of hoops in Kentucky.
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Mark Pope tightend his rotation down the stretch against Missouri
Mark Pope has now coached three full games with Kentucky’s current roster configuration. That includes a rotation without ...