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Good Wednesday morning BBN, here are your Quickies. The fan base may be all doom and gloom about the football season thus far, but Boom Williams wants you to know that Kentucky won’t give up.
this team won't quit!
— Boom Williams (@boom_that_guy) September 12, 2016
While it’s been hard to watch the Cats for 3⁄4 of their play thus far, I have to admit that I like that Williams wants to make it known that he and his teammates will see this through. And while it may be tough, we all know that BBN will continue to support this team and follow them through it all, whether they go 1-11 or 7-5.
And Williams is the right guy to be saying this. Even in their loss to Florida, Williams’ performance wasn’t too shabby, as he averaged over 5 yards-per-carry. He’s the right guy to be supporting his team vocally.
Tweet of the day
Kentucky needs to offer this kid right now. #WhyNot pic.twitter.com/1UMrW9VB86
— Not Jerry Tipton (@NotJerryTipton) September 13, 2016
I like the idea, but he’ll probably accept an offer from Alabama instead.
Your quickies
Kentucky Softball Announces 2016 Fall Schedule | UK Wildcats News
After a banner year for the Kentucky Softball team in 2016, head coach Rachel Lawson, who enters her 10th year at the helm in Lexington, announced her team’s fall slate of games on Tuesday afternoon.
2016 John Calipari Coaches' Clinic set for Oct. 29 - CoachCal.com
The day-long event, intended for male and female coaches, gives a unique look into the coaching philosophies and strategies that Calipari uses. It will take place on Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Joe Craft Center.
Comparing Mark Stoops’ buyout to the rest of the SEC | Kentucky Sports Radio
What...the...crap.
Adachi and Sutjiadi Return With No. 1 Doubles Ranking for 2016 | UK Wildcats News
Kentucky women’s tennis players Mami Adachi and Aldila Sutjiadi will begin the fall of 2016 at No. 1 nationally in doubles. The pair finished last season No. 1 in doubles play with an impressive 15-2 overall record and perfect 11-0 mark in SEC play.
Fate of Kentucky football coach will be known by Halloween - 247
Four upcoming SEC games may tell the story of Mark Stoops' Kentucky career. Simply put, Kentucky must beat South Carolina, Vanderbilt, Mississippi State and Missouri to secure Stoops' job. Anything less will keep him squarely on the hot seat.
Bledsoe ranked No. 49 in SI’s Top 100 NBA players list - CoachCal.com
SI continued its list of the Top 100 NBA Players for 2017 by revealing its players ranked Nos. 50-31, which included former Kentucky guard Eric Bledsoe.
Two Kentucky Men’s Tennis Players Ranked to Start Fall Season - UK Wildcats News
Bushamuka, the No. 1 singles player for the Wildcats in Kentucky’s 2016 return to the NCAA Tournament will start the season ranked No. 16 nationally, and the top-ranked Wildcat. He is the third-highest ranked player in the SEC.
Other sports news
The Anti-Doping Agency claims that Russians hacked US athlete data - CBS
Simone Biles and the Williams sisters have had data released by alleged hackers, and the release caused Biles to make it public that she has ADHD.
New Orleans Saints cut C.J. Spiller - ESPN
The Saints paid Spiller $9 million to play in 13 games, and it’s yet another costly free agent signing that didn’t pan out for New Orleans.
Jaguars RB Chris Ivory discharged from hospital - NFL
Ivory was released from the hospital on Tuesday, according to the team, but the reason for his hospitalization has not yet been released. His timetable for return has not yet been set.
Denver Broncos’ Brandon Marshall talked with Denver Police Chief - ESPN
After taking a knee during the National Anthem, Brandon Marshall was given the chance to speak to Denver Police Chief Robert White. The two talked about real issues. It’s good to see a dialogue opening up here.
Jonathan Quick named starting goalie for Team USA - ESPN
John Tortorella has announced that Quick will be the No. 1 goalie for the US in the World Cup of Hockey.
Vin Scully’s last game will be Dodgers-Giants - SFGate
It’s only fitting, right? Scully announced he wouldn’t broadcast the Dodgers games in the postseason, meaning his last game called will be between two of the most heated rivals in baseball.
Other news
iOs 10 now available - The Verge
Vastly different messaging, photo management, massive changes in UI and more. iOs 10 is one of the more overhauled updates in the iPhone’s history, and there’s no reason not to update.
Polar Bears trap scientists in the Arctic - CNN
How would you like to be surrounded by polar bears in the freezing cold arctic?