Kentucky raises more than $160,000 for flood relief victims

Kentucky’s Blue-White scrimmage meant a bit extra this 12 months.

The Wildcats not solely put a strong recreation within the books but additionally raised $162,450 for victims of this summer season’s flooding. The Cats and Calipari additionally raised greater than $2 million for Jap Kentucky flood reduction with an open apply and a telethon at Rupp Area earlier this 12 months again in August.

Additionally they gave out winter garments like hoodies, sweatshirts and extra at Jenny Wiley State Park for households in want to present again to these of Jap Kentucky enduring hardship.

“We tried to maintain them on the market staying heat,” Senior Antonio Reeves mentioned. “We gave them jackets, sweaters, coats, and issues like that to ensure they keep heat type the winter. You understand, it has been a superb factor for the neighborhood and good for the group as nicely.”

Kentucky governor Andy Beshear was amongst those that attended the scrimmage.

“We’re right here tonight to ensure you know that you’re not alone,” Beshear mentioned. “In Kentucky, we love our Wildcats. And tonight, these Cats confirmed that they love you, too.”