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Cameron Drummond

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University of Kentucky men’s basketball, horse racing and more for Kentucky.com and @kentuckysports.bsky.social‬ ✉️ [email protected]

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Ben Roberts @benrobertshl.bsky.social · 1d

NEW: Lots of insights from Kentucky basketball Pro Day.

Who stood out, what's the chatter from UK practice, updates on Jayden Quaintance and Otega Oweh and much more from tonight's session in front of 30+ NBA scouts.

Story: www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

Kentucky basketball Pro Day: 10 things we learned from the Wildcats’ practice

A look at how each UK basketball player fared at the team’s Pro Day event, with injury updates on Jayden Quaintance and Otega Oweh.

www.kentucky.com

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Ben Roberts @benrobertshl.bsky.social · 1d

NEW: The 2025-26 Kentucky basketball schedule is set.

Game times, TV channel info and confirmed dates for every game on the SEC and nonconference schedule.

Here you go: www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

UK basketball game times and TV info have been finalized. Here’s how to watch

TV information and more specific game details are now available for the entire 2025-26 Kentucky men’s basketball schedule.

www.kentucky.com

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Ben Roberts @benrobertshl.bsky.social · 1d

Andrija Jelavic is the mystery man of this UK basketball team.

A look at how the late arrival to Lexington is faring so far, with insight on playing for Pope, comments from his new teammates and dining advice from Big Z:

www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

The mystery man of this Kentucky basketball team is still figuring things out

Andrija Jelavic talks about his new life in Kentucky, learning from Mark Pope and Big Z’s advice. His teammates talk about his progress.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 2d

Kentucky basketball is without a commitment from the 2026 recruiting class, and the early signing period is only 6 weeks away.

Here's why Mark Pope isn't worried about UK's recruiting, along with insight from Pope on his specific recruiting process: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

Kentucky basketball still doesn’t have a 2026 commit. Mark Pope isn’t concerned

UK basketball is one of only three SEC programs without a commitment from the 2026 recruiting class.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 2d

Big Blue Madness week is always an important date on the Kentucky basketball recruiting calendar.

And this year, it's a true week-long event.

Deron Rippey Jr. — the top point guard in the 2026 class — begins his UK basketball visit today: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

UK basketball hosts five-star recruit for visit to begin Big Blue Madness week

A five-star point guard from New York visits Kentucky basketball to begin Big Blue Madness week.

www.kentucky.com

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Austin Horn @austin-horn.bsky.social · 3d

New: Amy McGrath is back.

Here's what the "battle-tested" candidate had to say about her decision to run for McConnell's seat again, the issues & her response to people groaning about the 2020 fundraising "waste."

www.kentucky.com/news/politic...

‘Battle-tested’ Amy McGrath launches second Kentucky U.S. Senate bid

“This is a different race, it’s a different year, it’s a midterm,” McGrath said, comparing 2026 to her 2020 run for U.S. Senate.

www.kentucky.com

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Ben Roberts @benrobertshl.bsky.social · 2d

NEW: Kentucky basketball player Andrija Jelavic has been ruled eligible to play immediately by the NCAA, the Herald-Leader has been told.

Jelavic will begin his college career with 3 seasons of eligibility.

Here's the story on his situation: www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

No NCAA drama for Andrija Jelavic. He’s eligible to play for Kentucky basketball

The NCAA has ruled that UK basketball newcomer Andrija Jelavic will be allowed to compete immediately. But he won’t be listed as a freshman.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 3d

This is only the 2nd time in 16 career starts that Thorpedo Anna has finished out of the money.

The other came in May in the La Troienne Stakes at Churchill Downs (7th from 7 runners).

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 3d

A major upset in the Grade 1 Juddmonte Spinster Stakes at Keeneland.

Gin Gin (18-1) beats Nitrogen by inches in a photo finish.

Thorpedo Anna, the 1-2 favorite at post time, didn't factor into the stretch battle and finished 4th out of 5 runners.

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 3d

For the first time in more than a decade, the reigning Horse of the Year will run at Keeneland.

Thorpedo Anna returns to the Lexington track later today: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/horse...

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 3d

A major upset in the Grade 1 Juddmonte Spinster Stakes at Keeneland.

Gin Gin (18-1) beats Nitrogen by inches in a photo finish.

Thorpedo Anna, the 1-2 favorite at post time, didn't factor into the stretch battle and finished 4th out of 5 runners.

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 3d

For the first time in more than a decade, the reigning Horse of the Year will run at Keeneland.

Thorpedo Anna returns to the Lexington track later today: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/horse...

The reigning Horse of the Year will run on Keeneland’s opening weekend

The reigning Horse of the Year is the headline attraction for opening weekend of Keeneland’s Fall Meet.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 3d

For the first time in more than a decade, the reigning Horse of the Year will run at Keeneland.

Thorpedo Anna returns to the Lexington track later today: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/horse...

The reigning Horse of the Year will run on Keeneland’s opening weekend

The reigning Horse of the Year is the headline attraction for opening weekend of Keeneland’s Fall Meet.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 5d

The 2025 Fall Meet at Keeneland starts today.

Here’s what’s new at the historic Lexington track: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/horse...

New-look Keeneland to open for Fall Meet after major construction project

Keeneland is debuting a new entrance and winner’s circle, along with other enhancements, at this year’s Fall Meet.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 5d

Opening weekend of the Fall Meet at Keeneland is set to feature a standout entrant.

Thorpedo Anna — the reigning Horse of the Year — will take center stage on Sunday evening at the Lexington track: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/horse...

The reigning Horse of the Year will run on Keeneland’s opening weekend

The reigning Horse of the Year is the headline attraction for opening weekend of Keeneland’s Fall Meet.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 6d

Kentucky basketball's next recruiting visitor is a fast-rising prospect with family ties to the NBA.

Bryson Howard takes his UK basketball visit this weekend: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

UK basketball’s next recruiting visitor is the son of a former NBA All-Star

Fast-rising recruit with family ties to the NBA is visiting Kentucky basketball this weekend.

www.kentucky.com

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Ben Roberts @benrobertshl.bsky.social · 6d

I sat down with Otega Oweh yesterday to talk about the 2025-26 Kentucky basketball season and his outlook for the Wildcats.

Biggest question for right now: when will UK's star player be recovered from his foot injury and back on the court?

He talks about it here: www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

UK’s Otega Oweh has been out with an injury. Here’s when he’ll be back on the court

Kentucky’s top returning player talked to the Herald-Leader about his recent injury and early impressions of the 2025-26 roster.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 7d

Major changes are coming to Keeneland for this year’s Fall Meet, which starts Friday.

More on the new Paddock Building, saddling stalls and East Gate entrance at the Lexington track: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/horse...

New-look Keeneland to open for Fall Meet after major construction project

Keeneland is debuting a new entrance and winner’s circle, along with other enhancements, at this year’s Fall Meet.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 7d

Kentucky at Florida on Saturday, Feb. 14 will be broadcast on ABC.

Tip-off will be at 3 p.m. from Gainesville.

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Ben Roberts @benrobertshl.bsky.social · 8d

Injuries derailed the last Kentucky basketball season. Can the Wildcats stay healthy through this one?

A closer look at UK's injury situation for 2025-26, with some insight from Jaland Lowe, who might be the guy UK needs to stay on the court the most this season: www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

Injuries derailed the last UK basketball season. Can the Cats avoid a repeat?

Mark Pope’s first Kentucky team couldn’t stay healthy, and it cost the Cats in March. What’s the outlook for the 2025-26 season?

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 8d

Injuries derailed the last UK men's basketball season. Can the Wildcats avoid a repeat?

More from @benrobertshl.bsky.social on Kentucky's injury outlook for the season ahead: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

Injuries derailed the last UK basketball season. Can the Cats avoid a repeat?

Mark Pope’s first Kentucky team couldn’t stay healthy, and it cost the Cats in March. What’s the outlook for the 2025-26 season?

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 10d

After failing to land Kansas-bound Taylen Kinney, where does Kentucky basketball turn on the recruiting trail?

A fresh look at UK's efforts at recruiting guards in the 2026 class: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

After missing on Taylen Kinney, which 2026 guards is UK basketball recruiting?

Kentucky basketball is still looking for its first class of 2026 commitment after Taylen Kinney chose Kansas.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 10d

Star basketball recruit and Northern Kentucky native Taylen Kinney has made his college choice.

The former Newport High School star is heading to Kansas, with the Jayhawks beating out Kentucky, Louisville, Indiana and others for his commitment: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

Star basketball recruit Taylen Kinney commits to a blue blood program

Five-star point guard recruit from Northern Kentucky commits to a traditional Big 12 power over Kentucky, others.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 10d

Standout class of 2026 guard Taylen Kinney is making his college commitment this afternoon.

The Northern Kentucky native is choosing between 6 finalists, including Kansas, Kentucky and Louisville ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

Kentucky’s next top college basketball prospect is ready to commit to a school

Five-star point guard from Northern Kentucky will make his college choice on Sunday, and UK is still an option.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 12d

Per 247Sports, five-star power forward Cameron Williams is no longer visiting Kentucky this weekend.

UK is still set to host another five-star forward, Christian Collins, on a visit to Lexington ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

Kentucky basketball swings for the fences with another major recruiting weekend

Mark Pope and the Kentucky basketball program are hosting a pair of five-star prospects on official recruiting visits.

www.kentucky.com

Cameron Drummond @camdrummond.bsky.social · 13d

A major recruiting week for UK men’s basketball kicks into high gear today.

The Wildcats are hosting a pair of 5-star power forwards on official visits this weekend ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

Kentucky basketball swings for the fences with another major recruiting weekend

Mark Pope and the Kentucky basketball program are hosting a pair of five-star prospects on official recruiting visits.

www.kentucky.com

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Ben Roberts @benrobertshl.bsky.social · 15d

NEW: Big Blue Madness tickets will be available Friday.

Here's what's in store for this year's event, as well as the process for getting tickets. (It was also be on SEC Network+.)

www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

Big Blue Madness tickets will be available this week. Here’s how to get them

Big Blue Madness tickets will be distributed to Kentucky basketball fans Friday. The event is scheduled for Oct. 11 in Rupp Arena.

www.kentucky.com

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Ben Roberts @benrobertshl.bsky.social · 13d

One college basketball expert loves Kentucky's outlook for the 2025-26 season.

The other side of that? Some of UK's top rivals are looking to be in great shape, too.

Insight on Louisville, Florida, Tennessee and others as the 25-26 season nears: www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...

Kentucky basketball could be in for a special season. What about its top rivals?

A college basketball expert who likes Kentucky’s outlook for the 2025-26 season breaks down Louisville, Tennessee, Florida and others.

www.kentucky.com