KSR’s favorite moments from Kentucky’s win over Illinois to advance to the Sweet 16

KSR’s favorite moments from Kentucky’s win over Illinois to advance to the Sweet 16

For the first time since 2019, Kentucky is going to the Sweet 16, defeating No. 6 seed Illinois 84-75 in a game that saw the Wildcats control things the majority of the way. Leading for 37:23 compared to just 26 seconds for the Fighting Illini, the result was never in doubt. Calm, cool and collected, Mark Pope‘s group…

Mark Pope picked up a one-year extension, $50K bonus by coaching Kentucky back to the Sweet 16

Mark Pope picked up a one-year extension, $50K bonus by coaching Kentucky back to the Sweet 16

You know all that gas money Mark Pope sent Kentucky fans to get to Milwaukee for the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament? He just got it all paid for. With the win over Illinois, the Wildcats are going to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2019. For that, an automatic extension and bonus have been locked…

Oklahoma Sooners have two teams trying to ‘close the gap’ to secure a player OU has already had committed for 2026

Oklahoma Sooners have two teams trying to ‘close the gap’ to secure a player OU has already had committed for 2026

Currently sitting with the 18th-best class in the country for 2026, the Florida State Seminoles are putting in work, and it’s showing, even after having a two-win season. They are one of the teams trying to steal away an Oklahoma Sooners commit. Now, their recruiting is going down since the big-time season they had a few years ago, so…

Eyewitness Confirms Drastic Shift in Mark Pope’s Mood as Kentucky Fights for Sweet 16 Spot Against Illinois

Eyewitness Confirms Drastic Shift in Mark Pope’s Mood as Kentucky Fights for Sweet 16 Spot Against Illinois

As Kentucky battled Illinois for a spot in the Sweet 16, head coach Mark Pope went through a transformation that had everyone talking. Leading up to the game, Pope looked every bit like a man carrying the weight of a basketball-crazed fanbase on his shoulders. The Wildcats, a No. 3 seed, had cruised past Troy…

Florida State Seminoles are closing the gap on a four-star wide receiver for their 2026 class

Florida State Seminoles are closing the gap on a four-star wide receiver for their 2026 class

Currently sitting with the 18th-best class in the country for 2026, the Florida State Seminoles are putting in work, and it’s showing. After having a two-win season, an embarrassing one at that, they should not be having the recruiting success they have. Now, their recruiting is going down since the big-time season they had a few years…

National Champs! Wisconsin claims Frozen Four with OT win

National Champs! Wisconsin claims Frozen Four with OT win

The rubber match and national women’s hockey championship went to Wisconsin on Sunday from the Frozen Four in MInneapolis. Kirsten Simms scored the game-tying and game-winning goals for the Badgers in a 4-3 overtime victory vs. rival Ohio State. Two years ago, Wisconsin claimed the title with a 1-0 win vs. the Buckeyes. Last year, Ohio State…

Incredible rally, surprising season reason to celebrate Wisconsin basketball

Incredible rally, surprising season reason to celebrate Wisconsin basketball

In the moments following a loss in the NCAA Tournament, finding the right words to describe the team and season can be difficult. Wisconsin head coach Greg Gard was tasked with having to do just that following Saturday night’s loss in the second round to BYU. Down big early and often, the Badgers – led by star John…

Malachi Moreno ready to ‘make a legacy’ at Kentucky

Malachi Moreno ready to ‘make a legacy’ at Kentucky

GEORGETOWN, Ky. (BVM) – Kentucky has long been one of the most prestigious programs in college basketball. Within the past year, the Wildcats have endured changes, most notably Mark Pope taking over as head coach following John Calipari’s departure. Through the transition, many around the Wildcats, including Class of 2025 commit Malachi Moreno, are aiming to keep…

Texas Longhorns’ choice for their next head men’s basketball coach is quite ironic after their March Madness exit

Texas Longhorns’ choice for their next head men’s basketball coach is quite ironic after their March Madness exit

The Texas Longhorns men’s basketball team entered the offseason earlier than any fan or member of the program would have liked last week. Accordingly, changes came swiftly for the Longhorns. Rodney Terry fired by Texas The Texas Longhorns have made a change at leadership for their men’s basketball team. Rodney Terry has been fired, and…

Rodney Terry Releases Official Statement After Being Fired by Texas Longhorns

Rodney Terry Releases Official Statement After Being Fired by Texas Longhorns

AUSTIN — Rodney Terry’s time with the Texas Longhorns has officially come to an end. The Longhorns announced Sunday that the men’s basketball program has parted ways with Terry after nearly three full seasons at the helm. Terry ends his career at Texas with a 62-37 overall record and a 4-3 record in the NCAA Tournament. Per initial reports…

Jay Bilas Calls Out Texas After Firing Coach Amid NCAA Tournament

Jay Bilas Calls Out Texas After Firing Coach Amid NCAA Tournament

The University of Texas has struggled over the last couple of years ever since it reached the Elite Eight of the men’s NCAA Tournament in 2023. On Wednesday, it lost to Xavier in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament, despite holding a 10-point lead at one juncture. The Longhorns reacted by firing head coach…