UK linebacker Chris Oats hospitalized

According to multiple reports, Kentucky linebacker Chris Oats is in the hospital due to a recent issue. Our sister station WKYT says that the Oats' family confirmed the hospitalization is not COVID-19 related. The family also asked for privacy at this time.

Oats played in 12 of the Cats' 13 games this past season. He had 46 tackles with a career high 2.5 tackles for loss against Virginia Tech.

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Kentucky target, five-star recruit Makur Maker commits to Howard

Updated: Jul. 3, 2020 at 9:49 AM EDT

By Willie Hope

Makur Maker made the first move in high-level recruits going to HBCUs. The five-star recruit picked Howard University over Kentucky, UCLA and Memphis.

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Wolfe County hoping to grow football program

Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 11:15 PM EDT

By Willie Hope

Wolfe County has built solid sports programs, including 14th All “A” region champs in girls’ basketball and softball, as well as a boys’ basketball team that won the 55th District in 2020. Now the Wolves hope they can build their football program as well.

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WATCH: Terry Wilson shows he’s healthy for the upcoming season

Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 3:48 PM EDT

By Willie Hope

After successful surgery on September 19, 2019, Wilson showed everyone he’s more than ready to come back strong in 2020.

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Three-star 2021 receiver Christian Lewis commits to Kentucky

Updated: Jun. 30, 2020 at 2:46 PM EDT

By Willie Hope

Lewis is the fourth wide receiver to commit to Kentucky in the 2021 class.

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Former U of L Coach, UK football player Howard Schnellenberger, to receive 2021 Paul “Bear” Bryant Lifetime Achievement Award

Updated: Jun. 26, 2020 at 2:55 PM EDT

The American Heart Association’s Paul “Bear” Bryant Awards, sponsored by Marathon Oil Corporation, announced today that coaching legend Howard Schnellenberger will receive the 2021 Paul “Bear” Bryant Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Reid Travis signs with Japanese professional team

Updated: Jun. 25, 2020 at 7:44 PM EDT

By Willie Hope

Reid Travis is heading overseas to continue his professional basketball career. The former Wildcat signed with the Shimane Susanoo Magic in Japan.

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Sporting News names Max Duffy a First-Team Preseason All-American

Updated: Jun. 25, 2020 at 12:41 PM EDT

University of Kentucky senior punter Max Duffy can add another preseason accolade to his resume as Sporting News lists him as a first-team preseason All-American, it was announced Thursday.

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UK tests 106 football players, updates return plan for other sports

Updated: Jun. 22, 2020 at 2:05 PM EDT

By Willie Hope

The UK football team completed its screening process and will continue with voluntary workouts. 106 football players were tested through the initial screening process, with six testing positive through the antibody test.

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UK tests 106 football players, updates return to activity for other sports

Updated: Jun. 22, 2020 at 12:49 PM EDT

By Willie Hope

UK tests 106 football players, updates return to activity for other sports

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Xavier Peters transfers from Kentucky to JUCO

Updated: Jun. 21, 2020 at 9:57 AM EDT

By Willie Hope

Kentucky linebacker Xavier Peters is transferring from Kentucky to Garden City Community College.

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Kentucky season opener vs. Eastern Michigan moved to Sept. 3

Updated: Jun. 16, 2020 at 2:54 PM EDT

Kentucky Season Opener vs. Eastern Michigan Moved to Sept. 3.