KSR's top takeaways from Big Blue Madness

Jack Pilgrim

Photo by Dr. Michael Huang | Kentucky Sports RadioCalipari’s speech was a win, but the event could use a makeover

Admittedly, I went into Big Blue Madness with low expectations. The event has become much of the same year after year, essentially the same itinerary every season. Player intros and lighthearted competitions for both teams, a weak scrimmage and a state of the program speech from John Calipari with a rehash of old comments and go-to phrases. “This is the gold standard of college basketball,” “Kentucky is not for everyone,” and “You people are crazy!” to create the ultimate Cal-ism trifecta.

Some of the criticisms remain and I do think the event is in need of a makeover.…