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Wednesday Headlines: Final Kentucky Basketball Roster Spots Following Travis Perry News

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April 23, 2025

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Wednesday Headlines: Final Kentucky Basketball Roster Spots Following Travis Perry News

Good morning, BBN!

Well, that was not the news we were expecting before the portal closed last night.

Travis Perry pulled a near buzzer-beater, putting his name into the transfer portal around 10:00, just two hours before the portal closed.

While it hurts BBN to see, you can’t blame Perry for this decision. He was likely to ride the bench next year after the additions of Jaland Lowe, Kam Williams, and Denzel Aberdeen, along with Jasper Johnson’s arrival, making the competition for playing time at guard very intense.

Additionally, it was somewhat unusual that Perry never tweeted an “I’m back” message, unlike Collin Chandler and Trent Noah. Now we know why.

I hope nothing but the best for Perry. While he can still find his way back to the UK, it’s unlikely. WKU would be a cool spot to see him go and shine.

Now that we know about Perry, there’s even more uncertainty regarding the final spots for UK’s roster, particularly in light of the proposed House settlement that could cap rosters at 15 total players, including walk-ons.

Currently, Kentucky has 11 scholarship players. If Otega Oweh, who declared for the NBA Draft while maintaining College eligibility, returns as anticipated, that number would rise to 12.

The lone remaining walk-on is Junior forward Zach Tow, following the recent departures of walk-ons Grant Darbyshire and Walker Horn via the transfer portal. Tow would bring the roster to 13 total players if he remains with the program.

The Wildcats may have room for two or three additional players. These spots could be filled by another walk-on or a late addition, depending on how the situation evolves.

With that being said, Mark Pope has assembled an extremely impressive roster to this point, which will likely be among the top five preseason teams.

As the offseason progresses, Kentucky’s coaching staff will continue to monitor the roster dynamics, ensuring compliance with any new regulations while striving to assemble a team poised for a championship in the 2025-26 season.

Let us know what you think this team’s record will be next year in the comments!

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An absolute beatdown of Louisville last night for Kentucky Baseball!

Headlines:

Guard Denzel Aberdeen Commits to Kentucky for 2025-26 – UK Athletics

Get to know Kentucky’s newest guard.

Kentucky Men’s Golf Eyes Crucial SEC Championship – UK Athletics

Good luck to Men’s Golf!

Celtics’ Payton Pritchard named NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year – ESPN

I thought Malik Beasley would’ve snuck in there, but Pritchard deserved it.

Arkansas puts departed QB Madden Iamaleava in its crosshairs by encouraging NIL collective to recoup buyout – CBS Sports

This is a very interesting story, and could be a huge turn for NIL.

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum doubtful for Wednesday’s Game 2 vs. Magic with bone bruise in right wrist – Yahoo Sports

Hope Tatum gets better, but they don’t need him to beat the Magic.

Sean McVay: You’d never rule out the possibility of reuniting with Jalen Ramsey – NBC Sports

This could be fun.

Jerry Jones says Cowboys working on ‘pretty substantive trades’ – ESPN

Is he, though?…

Kirk Cousins landing spots: Where could Falcons quarterback end up during NFL Draft? – CBS Sports

As a backup… right?

New Pelicans executive Joe Dumars denies he has a mandate from ownership to trade Zion Williamson – Yahoo Sports

Finally, they have someone who knows ball.

Anthony Edwards fined $50,000 for ‘inappropriate language’ while trash talking Lakers fans – NBC Sports

Was it inappropriate? Yes. Was it hilarious? Yes. Did he deserve a $50,000 fine? Ehh.

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Kentucky WBB doubles up Purdue in dominant performance on Tuesday

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November 18, 2025

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Kentucky WBB doubles up Purdue in dominant performance on Tuesday

On a night where the men’s team was embarrassed by Michigan State, the Kentucky Wildcats women’s basketball team showed once again just how good they can be. They faced Purdue on Tuesday night and thoroughly dominated the game, winning 76-35.

Center Clara Strack had another double-double, with 17 points and 13 rebounds. She also blocked 5 shots, continuing to show that she’s one of the best defenders in the country. Jordan Obi also had 17 points and 8 boards. Amelia Hassett and Tonie Morgan each had 11 points.

The Wildcats beat Purdue in every category. They shot 41% from the field and 37% from three point range. They won the rebounding battle 49-40, and the turnover margin 6 to 9.

Defensively, Purdue was never able to get anything going. Kentucky held them to 20% shooting and 16% shooting from deep. The Wildcats also blocked 10 shots and score 13 points off turnovers.

Kentucky’s next game is a big one. They’ll take on Louisville on Saturday with both teams ranked in the top 25.

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Southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky high school bowlers to watch in 2025-2026

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November 18, 2025

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Southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky high school bowlers to watch in 2025-2026

The high school bowling season started last week in Ohio and Kentucky. Here are some top returners to watch for the season.

Who are the top returning boys bowlers?

Matthew Alvear, Lebanon – He was first-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference with a 206.9 average. He shot 629 in the sectional tournament.

Jace Amann, La Salle – The junior was co-bowler of the year in the Greater Catholic League-South. He averaged 208 with a high game of 298. He finished 15th in the state tournament with a 665, including a 269 game. He finished 23rd in the sectional tournament.

Tyler Blume, Simon Kenton – The senior finished as singles runner-up in the Region 5 tournament and finished seventh in the state tournament. He helped the Pioneers finish runner-up in the regional team tourney.

Jayden Brown, Elder – The senior was first-team all-league in the Greater Catholic League-South with a 216.8 average. He had a high game of 269 and a high series of 526 during the season. He finished 18th in the sectional tournament.

Michael Brown, Cincinnati Christian – The senior is the top returner in the Miami Valley Conference with a 195.3 average. He finished 11th in the sectional tournament.

Connor Copeland, Lebanon – The junior last year was the bowler of the year in the Eastern Cincinnati Conference. He had a 210 average including a perfect 300 game. He shot 641 in the sectional tournament to finish eighth.

Dylan Davis, Covington Catholic – The senior led the Colonels to the Region 5 team championship. He finished third in the regional singles tournament and placed ninth in the state tournament.

Tony Fox, Simon Kenton – The junior helped the Pioneers finish runner-up in the Region 5 team tournament and finished 15th in the singles tournament.

Peyton Frank, Reading – The senior was first-team all-league in the Cincinnati Hills League with a 211.6 average, leading the team to the league title. He had a high game of 268.

Drew Freeman, Mason – The senior averaged 205 last year and had a 278 game. He finished third in the sectional tournament with 638.

Maddox Kuryla, Boone County – He had the highest average in the regular season, 222. He won the Region 6 championship and finished fifth in the state tournament and led the Rebels to the second-best record behind Simon Kenton in the regular season.

Joe Mil, Deer Park – The senior was Cincinnati Hills League Player of the Year with a 216 average. He finished fifth in the sectional tournament and shot a 641 in the district tournament.

Ryan Monahan, Mason – The senior is second in the Greater Miami Conference among returning averages with 206.6. He had a 265 game last year.

Easton Pierani, Sycamore – The senior has the top returning average in the Greater Miami Conference with a 210. He shot 644 in the sectional tournament to finish seventh, 730 in the district tournament and 635 at state.

Jordan Rottinghouse, Elder – The junior was first-team all-league in the Greater Catholic League-South with a 213.5 average. He had a high game of 299 and high series of 558.

Tyler Sanders, McNicholas – The senior was the Greater Catholic League-Coed player of the year after averaging 200.3 with a high game of 258. He finished 18th in the sectional tournament.

Bryce Sargent, Campbell County – The junior finished fifth in the Region 5 singles tournament.

Gabe Schmidt, Reading – The senior was first-team all-league in the Cincinnati Hills League with a 207.7 average, helping the team win the league title. He had a high game of 299 and high series of 533. He finished fourth in the sectional tournament.

Carson Singleton, Northwest – The senior was the Southwest Ohio Conference player of the year with 215 average. He had a high game of 259 and high series of 514. He finished 27th in the sectional tourney.

Who are the top returning players in girls bowling?

Alyssa Bechtol, Notre Dame – The sophomore has transferred from Dixie Heights, where last year she was the Region 6 singles champion and helped the Colonels to the team title. She finished 14th in the state tournament. She started this year by breaking Notre Dame’s team records for high game (257) and series (466).

Ella Bohnert, Lakota East – The sophomore won a sectional title last year with a near-perfect 290 and 680 series. She averaged 179 in her first match this season.

Kree Brewer, Pendleton County – The sophomore won the Region 5 singles championship and led the Wildcats to the team title. She finished 19th in the state tournament.

Sophia Carazo, Summit Country Day – The senior is the top returning average in the Miami Valley Conference and finished fifth in the sectional tournament. She averaged 176 in the team’s first match this season.

Kendall Cook, Mercy McAuley – The junior was first-team All-Girls Greater Catholic League after averaging 185 with a high game of 251

Carolyn Edmisten, Georgetown – The senior had the highest average among Southwest Ohio DII bowlers with 202.5, helping her team win the SBAAC-National Division and sectional championships. She won the Cherry Grove sectional championship with a 638 and finished 15th in the district tournament with a 540.

Makayla Geer, Colerain – The junior is the reigning Greater Miami Conference player of the year after averaging 179 last season. She finished 14th in the sectional tourney and 32nd at the district tourney.

Taylor Hooks, West Clermont – The senior is the top returning bowler in the Eastern Cincinnati Conference after averaging 181 last year. She finished 20th in the sectional tournament.

Caitlyn Kober, Lebanon – The senior averaged 178 last year and is the second-best returning average in the Eastern Cincinnati Conference. She finished 14th in the district tourney and 18th in the sectional.

Jacelyn Lawson, Clinton-Massie – The senior is one of the top returners in the SBAAC with a 177 average. She finished second in the sectional tournament and 17th in the district.

Alex McDonald, Taylor – The junior was Cincinnati Hills League player of the year after leading the team to the league championship. She averaged 160 last year and finished 16th in the sectional tournament.

Hayley Pelstring, Notre Dame – She finished ninth in the Region 6 singles tournament.

Izzy Rhoads, Wilmington – The junior is one of three top returners with Kiley Comberger and Mackenzie Pyle for the Hurricane, who won the SBAAC-American championship. She averaged 185 and qualified for the state tourney after finishing eighth in the district tourney.

Abby Sargent, Campbell County – The sophomore finished third in the Region 5 singles tournament and 17th in the state tournament.

Meadow Williams, Indian Hill – The sophomore was first-team All-Cincinnati Hills League with a 155 average. She finished 22nd in the sectional tournament and 36th in the district.

Abree Young, Dixie Heights – The senior finished third in the Region 6 singles tournament and 16th in the state tournament. She helped the Colonels to the regional title.

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Kentucky House Democrats change leadership ahead of 2026. Here’s who was elected

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November 17, 2025

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Kentucky House Democrats change leadership ahead of 2026. Here’s who was elected

The Kentucky House Democratic Caucus has shaken up its leadership team heading into 2026, with a freshman from Louisville joining the ranks.

State House Minority Leader Pamela Stevenson will remain in the role, party officials announced Nov. 14. Rep. Lindsey Burke, a Lexington legislator in her second term, will serve as caucus chair, while Rep. Josh Watkins, in his first term representing a district in central and western Louisville, was chosen as minority whip.

The elections took place at the caucus’ annual retreat in Berea, according to a release.

Burke served as minority whip in the most recent legislative session. As caucus chair, she replaces Rep. Al Gentry of Louisville — he announced last week he would step down from the post in order to put more time toward a national team he joined working on an initiative involving adaptive golf. Gentry will remain in the House and intends to seek reelection to his seat in 2026.

Stevenson served as minority leader during the 2025 session. The west Louisville Democrat is running in 2026 for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell.

She said Burke will provide “experience, expertise, and a fierce commitment to helping families trying to build a good life” while Watkins “can always be counted on for bringing energy, optimism, and a joy to serving others that lifts everyone around him.”

Democrats are significantly outnumbered in Frankfort, where the GOP holds an 80-20 advantage in the House. The party’s leadership team will help determine legislative priorities during the upcoming 60-day session, with a two-year state budget on the agenda.

Burke listed key concerns as “affordable homes, quality education, accessible health care, and the ability (for families) to put food on the table without constant worry.”

While he’s relatively new to the Capitol, Watkins has been open in his push for state lawmakers to take more action on affordable housing and housing in general. He was first elected in 2024 to replace current state Sen. Keturah Herron, who endorsed him in his run.

“We’re at a crucial moment, and we’re meeting it with determination to make our government and our economy work for every Kentuckian,” Watkins said.

Kentucky’s 2026 legislative session is set to begin on Jan 6.

Reach Lucas Aulbach at laulbach@courier-journal.com.

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