Kentucky has a been a sturdy blueblood program for decades.
However, in the last two seasons, the Wildcats have struggled, creating some tension and fan negativity within the program. Kentucky recorded a dismal 9–16 mark during the 2020-21 season and failed to qualify for the NCAA men's tournament. Then, in the ’22 NCAA tournament, Kentucky was eliminated by Saint Peter’s as a No. 2 seed in the first round back in March.
After Kentucky's 88–68 win against FAMU on Wednesday, Wildcats basketball coach John Calipari addressed the fan negativity on his regular “Wildcat Wrap-Up,” encouraging fans to be patient with the team and the program overall.