Thursday Quickies: John Calipari’s Message Edition

John Calipari has a message for University of Kentucky students about staying safe while on campus as multiple colleges and universities around the country have made the decision to suspend in-person classes with rising numbers of cases of COVID-19.

Calipari, sitting at his desk, says his message isn’t just about sports but keeping students, faculty, and staff safe and healthy.

“I want you to be safe,” Calipari said. “I’m not even saying this for sports. I’m saying this for you as a student... I don’t want to see one student get sick. I don’t want to see one professor get sick.”

Calipari encouraged students to follow the guidelines so the school doesn’t have to send students back home.

“Wash your hands, social distance, wear the mask,” Calipari said. “I want every one of you to have an unbelievable experience.”

Check out Calipari’s full message below.

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Quickies

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It’s good to see optimism about the wide receivers.

UK Football players savoring every moment together - Herald Leader

Take nothing for granted.

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Big Ten not revisiting decision to postpone fall sports - ESPN

There were some whispers that the decision could be examined again.

Ramifications of an extra year of eligibility - SI

There could be some logistical concerns.

Notre Dame suspending football practice - Yahoo

Hopefully the situation gets better soon.

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