After months of waiting, Big Blue Nation finally got the news it had been anticipating: Andrija Jelaviu0107 has officially arrived in the United States. The 7-footer from Croatia, who committed to Kentucky nearly four months ago, was spotted with head coach Mark Pope at the Cincinnati Open — his first public appearance stateside.
For Kentucky fans, this sighting felt like confirmation that a key piece of the future frontcourt is in place. Jelaviu0107’s arrival comes later than expected, which meant he missed valuable time in summer workouts. While he won’t have the same immediate familiarity with teammates that comes from participating in summer camp, being on campus for the fall ensures he’ll be immersed in the system when it matters most.