Kentucky Wildcats

The Kentucky Wildcats play at Rupp Arena in Lexington, where Big Blue Nation creates one of college basketball's most passionate environments. Under Mark Pope, the Wildcats aim to maintain the program's championship standard. Kentucky's blue and white colors and eight national championships define college basketball royalty. The program has won more NCAA titles than any except UCLA. Rupp Arena's 20,000-plus capacity creates an electric atmosphere. The Wildcats' rivalry with Louisville and Tennessee defines the program.

Kentucky has won eight national championships under Adolph Rupp, Joe B. Hall, Rick Pitino, Tubby Smith, and John Calipari. The Wildcats have made 61 NCAA Tournament appearances. Anthony Davis, John Wall, and Karl-Anthony Towns are among the program's NBA stars. Rupp's 876 victories and four titles established Kentucky as the sport's first dynasty. The rivalry with Louisville divides the Bluegrass State.