Reported that Barnhart's top choice to replace Cal would be Scott Drew. IF that is true, I have not kept up with Scott Drew much. How good would he be recruiting and X's and O's?
Cal is not returning next year.
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You can believe him or you can not believe him but why you have taken on a personal crusade to convince everyone else to not believe him seems a little weird.
I agree with this with regards to Mitch's limited role in a new hire. What's strange to me is the Kyle Tucker article detailing what is essentially Mitch hamstringing Cal/UKBB. I'm a little skeptical of the claims---it may very well be a Cal media trick by his 'ol buddy Kyle. But if it's true, it seems those same "committee" people that would select the new coach would also prevent Mitch from tanking UKBB over a grudge against Cal
Look..you seem like a nice guy you really do. And your posts seem respectful
But you do need to understand about Kentucky Basketball. Our fans are like no other. And while we fight amongst ourselves we tend to get our backs up when someone from “outside” has something to say that could be perceived as…well negative
It’s like being a bunch of siblings.
Can’t describe what basketball means to us. It’s more than a game here
Or the team orthodontist. Although none of our guys wear braces, so that idea is out the window...
Pretty sure TKE hangs mostly in the HOB. I recognize the handle from my days over there.
A quick search uncovered that former assistant coach and close friend of Cal, who was removed from the basketball program under strange circumstances, is still employed by the University Athletics Dept. Could he be the leak since he would have inside knowledge of the program? 
That you can see
Could be clear aligners like InvisAlign or SureSmiles…
I actually think most of the current players dislike Cal so much him leaving could increase their chances of staying. Particularly the covid seniors (Wheeler, Toppin, Reeves) as well as Livingston. Thiero is probably the only one more likely to leave if Cal leaves since the only reason he is on the roster is a pre-existing personal connection.
Need to keep the Harvey Updike's of UK basketball in line. Steady the course my man.
Yeah, but does UK actually have or need their own orthodontist? I can see orthopedic MD or even PA, but not a dentist or orthodontist.
Assume you are talking about Robic. Do we know if he is still "employed".. maybe UK is still paying his severance on an annual basis.. that is commonA quick search uncovered that former assistant coach and close friend of Cal, who was removed from the basketball program under strange circumstances, is still employed by the University Athletics Dept. Could he be the leak since he would have inside knowledge of the program?
No, it wasn't dumb. His player turnover became evident and he no longer had a player like Miller as a Sr. I stated that young players eventually wilt under the pressure and Cal has never proven me wrong. His system used to work for winning a lot of games but not titles. Go back and find the discussions with Brianpoe. You'll see exactly what I said and I've been right.
He would never be the guy but, Jeff doesn’t have a better friend in the world than Mark Pope .
I don’t see why not actually. Your oral health affects your physical health. Gum disease can have a negative effect on your heart. Ignoring tooth pain can lead to all kinds of physical complications.Yeah, but does UK actually have or need their own orthodontist? I can see orthopedic MD or even PA, but not a dentist or orthodontist.
Orthodontia is important to help them look good on camera
Hey can you guess where I work?
Why don’t YOU steady the course ? You came to the football board and tried to play the nice guy role and nobody really cares. You get combative if a UK fan takes issue with your vanilla comments. Now you’re posting on the bball board and you’re getting ‘smarter’ with everyone that’s ready for you to back off. Maybe you should let this thread go and stop talking sh*t to real UK fans.
Yep, I can!
Maybe you're correct, and if they have one, he/she is probably on a consultancy basis, not full time. And could be part of the UK dental school.
We do have something in common! I was accepted into dental school way back in 1998, but opted to wait, completed my bioengineering degree, and never tried again. Spent 18 months volunteering as a DA prior to and after my acceptance!
I treat the Kyle Tucker and Cal story as a false narrative. He may be throwing that out there to take the heat off of Calipari and blame the AD. I have no idea if the AD is to blame but I do know our basketball program is in the worse state of my years following UK. The head basketball coach is the CEO of our program and his head should roll first.I agree with this with regards to Mitch's limited role in a new hire. What's strange to me is the Kyle Tucker article detailing what is essentially Mitch hamstringing Cal/UKBB. I'm a little skeptical of the claims---it may very well be a Cal media trick by his 'ol buddy Kyle. But if it's true, it seems those same "committee" people that would select the new coach would also prevent Mitch from tanking UKBB over a grudge against Cal
As soon as we get rid of Calipari we can move forward and address other issues. But the longer he hangs around the more drama will come. I am tired of drama.
Seeing this thread makes me a little more confident in my thought that the Tucker stuff was Cal torching the bridges on his way out after his escape was secured.
He has lost the fanbase...nearly 100% lost the fanbase. Probably 95% will never be happy with Calipari as the coach. His time is over. I think he finally sees it. Even if he wins a title next year at UK, fans are done. Plus, he can take the recruits he currently has with him to the next destination.
This all seems reasonable and likely to me.
I am just hoping this is true and Cal is leaving. As many have pointed out IF he leaves at the end of the season the new coach can use the portal and have some good players in place to help. It can be no worse the 1st year as it is this year.
He will take all but 1 with him . That’ practically the only thing that makes him attractive to any other program at this point.
Cal isn’t leaving without the money left on the contract and I highly doubt a settlement has even been discussed let alone agreed upon.
Exactly the attitude you want in a mod. Security guard”ish”.
One Final Four in 19 years at Baylor (and I like Drew) should tell you all you need to know
NIL money and an exciting new coach that gives them as good of a chance to get to NBA millions may choose to stay. The next coaching hire is critical in regards to keeping these recruits.
One thing you can count on is Barnharts short list is going to give fans heartburn.
And he'll make sure the next coach stays under his thumb
That’s not him.A quick search uncovered that former assistant coach and close friend of Cal, who was removed from the basketball program under strange circumstances, is still employed by the University Athletics Dept. Could he be the leak since he would have inside knowledge of the program?
Yep. Call me skeptical of anonymous posters on fan sites who claim insider information without providing any substantiation.
No, he'll be committing to John Calipari if he commits. And he'll follow Calipari wherever he goes.
Over the holidays I listened to an awesome podcast with D. Cousins where he talked about his recruitment. As most know, he committed to UAB, then Memphis, then UK ... because he was going to follow the coach .... he "didn't give a f**k" about the campus or where the school was. It was the most genuine, raw look into what recruits actually think about .... as fans just make assumptions.
I could see Cal taking on the basketball version of Lee Corso . You know, where he puts the mascots head on when he choose the winner .
I'll take Scott Drew yesterday.
And if he doesn't work out, we'll move on without a lifetime contract.
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That’s the only reason I posted this information. For folks that are begging for a change. Thought that might bring some hope to folks (like me when I heard it). No way in hell would I start a thread like this if I thought the information was any less than certain.
He is listed on the Athletic Dept website as "Administration" with a phone number to contact him.
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