Tent City reached max capacity yesterday, setting the cap on free tickets and camping spots. Regardless of whether or not Big Blue Madness is losing its excitement, it’s still maintaining appeal one way or another. The proof is in the people that John Calipari calls “crazy” camped outside for one night of scrimmage basketball.
As is common for Tent City now, players dropped by to surprise fans (and they brought pizzas) and Calipari made a visit as well.
Tweets of the day
So tonight was fun. Thank you to the #BBN for coming out in full force for Tent City Live at the #BBMcampout. #BBM17 #EmbraceMadness ⛺️ ⚪️ pic.twitter.com/JwX3UNlMJH
— Kentucky Basketball (@KentuckyMBB) September 29, 2017
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