Mark Pope, Gonzaga and Kentucky

Mark Pope says it is ‘really important’ for Kentucky to stay in the ‘national conversation’
Is the NCAA Tournament field decided in December? No. Do rankings and advanced analytics really matter at this stage? Of course not — although the last 20 national champions have been ranked inside the top 12 of the Week 6 AP Poll,
Gonzaga coach Mark Few, Kentucky counterpart Mark Pope friendly rivals
Pope was hired in April after John Calipari left for the head coaching job at Arkansas. Calipari and Few, also good friends, agreed in October 2022 on a six-game series and Few’s teams came out on top in the first two meetings.
Mark Pope explains what gave his team offensive success against Gonzaga
Kentucky struggled shooting on the night, and Gonzaga wasn't allowing much in the first half. Then came the big second hal
Mark Pope’s instant reaction to Kentucky’s wild OT win over Gonzaga
It’s been five years since the Kentucky Wildcats reached the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament, and while for many programs that may not seem like too long of a drought, in Lexington, this is an eternity.
Kentucky basketball’s Mark Pope explains defensive strategy vs Gonzaga
Kentucky men’s basketball coach Mark Pope talks to the media after the Wildcats’ 90-89 overtime victory over Gonzaga on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Seattle. UK used changing defenses in the second half to rally from a 16-point halftime deficit.
Mark Pope’s UK basketball team scores a major comeback. Coach talks about beating Gonzaga.
Kentucky basketball came from 18 points down in the second half to score a top-10 win over Gonzaga. Mark Pope explains how.
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Mark Pope loved Trent Noah’s confidence vs. Colgate: ‘That’s how I know he’s gonna be a big-time player.’
Trent Noah made the most of his extended playing time against Colgate on Wednesday night. Part of why the Harlan, KY native ...
Pope calls for debt reduction for poorer nations to mark Vatican's 2025 Jubilee Year
Pope Francis is calling on wealthy countries and institutions to substantially reduce if not outright cancel debt as a matter ...
Mark Pope gets his first shot at Louisville. It hasn’t gone well for previous UK coaches.
Mark Pope will coach against Louisville for the first time Saturday in Rupp Arena. Past UK coaches have an overall losing ...
Mark Pope explains how he is implementing the strategies of a legendary coach
A big part of Kentucky's style of basketball this season is the fast pace. But to get that fast pace, you also need to ...
Mark Pope gives updates on status of injured UK point guards Kerr Kriisa, Lamont Butler
An update on Kentucky basketball players Lamont Butler and Kerr Kriisa from UK coach Mark Pope, who hopes to have both back ...
UK had to fight to earn a win over Colgate. What did Mark Pope think of the performance?
Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope talks about another win at Rupp Arena, although this one was more difficult than expected ...
Mark Pope gives an update on the injury of Kentucky guard Kerr Kriisa
Kentucky won a big win over the Gonzaga Bulldogs on Saturday, which proved that Mark Pope's team is one of the best in the ...
Louisville vs Kentucky basketball game looms. Pat Kelsey, Mark Pope first impressions
The Louisville vs Kentucky basketball game will be here before you know it. Here's what we've learned about Pat Kelsey and ...
Mark Pope’s Wildcats pull off an epic rally on the road. UK beats Gonzaga in overtime.
Kentucky pulled off an improbable comeback against No. 7 Gonzaga in Seattle on Saturday night, erasing a 16-point halftime ...
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"Giving us love we probably didn't deserve": Mark Pope sends heartwarming message to his wife, kids and 20,000 Kentucky fans
Kentucky coach Mark Pope led the Wildcats to a 78-67 victory over the Colgate Raiders on Wednesday. The highlight of the evening was when he delivered a heartwarming message to his loved ones and the ...