Big Blue Dispatch
Daily Update • August 30, 2026
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Good morning, Big Blue Nation! Sunday, August 30.
Let's start with the best team on campus — UK volleyball. The Cats swept South Florida on Saturday as Craig Skinner earned his 500th career win. It was a dominant performance that showcased the depth and firepower of this Kentucky team. Skinner's milestone is a testament to his consistency and excellence — 500 wins is a remarkable achievement in college volleyball.
We're finally only six days away from kickoff, and Kentucky is a three-touchdown favorite over Youngstown State. The Cats are expected to dominate this matchup, and a statement win would set the tone for Will Stein's first season. Everything is building toward Saturday night at Kroger Field.
Speaking of football, there's a new rule this year — the fair catch kick. College football is adding another wrinkle to the special teams game, and teams will need to understand when and how to use this option. It's one of several rule changes coaches will have to teach their players before the season starts.
While the Mark Mitchell situation is still in litigation, the SEC might have cracked the door for his return if he can get a favorable court ruling. The legal battle continues, but there's a glimmer of hope that the conference could clear a path for Mitchell to suit up. Kentucky will keep fighting, and the next court decision could change everything.
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On3 — Kentucky Wildcats
A shaky start ends in a sweet surprise. Head coach Craig Skinner earned his 500th career win as No.
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On3 — Kentucky Wildcats
A new study ranked the most vulgar college football fanbases in the country. Kentucky graded out quite low, but Louisville came in near the very top.
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On3 — Kentucky Wildcats
Kentucky men’s basketball’s 2026-27 schedule has been finalized with the addition of the third and final preseason game. The Wildcats will take on the Central Florida Knights on Wednesday, Oct.
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Google News — Kentucky Wildcats
Kentucky makes final six schools for top 30 2027 guard Yahoo Sports
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On3 — Kentucky Wildcats
Georgia Amoore quickly became a fan favorite during her lone season in Lexington. She’s doing the same in the WNBA.
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On3 — Kentucky Wildcats
A top-ranked high school junior will visit Lexington this fall. According to Sam Kayser of LeagueRDY, class of 2028 point guard Brady Pettigrew has scheduled an official visit with Kentucky that will begin Friday, Oct.
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On3 — Kentucky Wildcats
Some significant kicking game changes are coming to college football in 2026. The new punt rules will be felt early when games begin in Week Zero.
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On3 — Kentucky Wildcats
One of the top-rated high school point guards in the country has Kentucky among his group of finalists. Rivals’ Joe Tipton reported Friday night that class of 2027 four-star Chase Lumpkin is down to just six schools: Kentucky, Louisville, Arkansas, Alabama, Southern California,…
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A Sea of Blue
Jan 31, 2026; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope shakes hands with Arkansas Razorbacks head coach John Calipari prior to the game at Bud Walton Arena. Kentucky won 85-77.
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On3 — Kentucky Wildcats
This is the final Saturday without Kentucky football for a long, long time. The offseason is painfully long, even when Will Stein is injecting unprecedented excitement into Big Blue Nation.
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On3 — Kentucky Wildcats
Cutter Boley has won the QB1 job at Arizona State. Boley, who spent the previous two seasons at Kentucky, has been named the Sun Devils’ starting quarterback for their Week 1 matchup next weekend against Morgan State.
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Saturday Down South
Former Kentucky quarterback Cutter Boley, a member of the Wildcats 2024 recruiting class, has been named the starter at Arizona State, according to ESPNs Pete Thamel. After appearing in four games in 2024, Boley stepped in as Kentuckys starter in 2025 after an injury to Zach…
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Google News — UK Football
Get to know the Kentucky football roster: No. 7 DJ Miller Yahoo Sports
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Google News — Kentucky Wildcats
SEC will comply with court orders on eligibility A Sea Of Blue
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Vaught's Views
Austin Newton has played and coached at the Division I level. Hes coached prep basketball and is entering his fifth season at Berea College.
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