Just in: On December 14, Mark Pope Kentucky basketball will host Louisville…
Basketball fans around the Bluegrass State get excited about the University of Kentucky Wildcats vs.
University of Louisville Cardinals yearly rivalry.
The two teams will play each other this year on December 14 at Lexington’s Rupp Arena, home of the Wildcats.
These two legendary programs have been at odds since 1913, and their rivalry has only grown stronger over time.
The games between Kentucky and Louisville, dubbed the Battle of the Bluegrass, are more than just a match they’re a cultural phenomenon that splits the state along basketball loyalties.
Not only is the game for bragging rights, but it frequently has a big impact on the seasons of both teams.
Since Kentucky and Louisville are two of the best schools in the nation, the result of this game will have an impact on their rankings, tournament placement, and even recruitment efforts.
The rivalry isn’t limited to the game itself off the court.
Fans passionately discuss the teams’ results and their predictions for the game during family get-togethers, in the workplace, and throughout the state.
