John Calipari's time as the head coach of the University of Kentucky men's basketball team is officially over.
Calipari, who has been connected to Arkansas, released a video statement Tuesday in which he confirmed his exit from the Wildcats:
"This program probably needs to hear another voice," he said. "… We've loved it here, but we think it's time for us to step away. And step away completely from the program. There have been opportunities that have been presented to us, and we're discussing them as a family."
He also thanked his players, staff members and the Kentucky fans for helping him find success with the Wildcats before he ended the video by saying, "you know I'm always going to be a fan.