Pitino's fast-paced teams at Kentucky were favorites of the school's fans, implementing his signature style of full-court pressure defense. The following year, he left Kentucky for the NBA …

Oct 12, 2024 · Nearly three decades after he led Kentucky to the 1996 national championship, Pitino walked onto the floor at Rupp Arena and was cheered loudly by fans during Kentucky's …

Rick Pitino was wildly cheered in a surprise return to Rupp Arena, with the Hall of Fame coach saying “I am so happy to be back” in a show of support for first-year Kentucky coach and …

Mar 16, 2025 · In a heartwarming and symbolic gesture, former Kentucky men’s basketball head coach Rick Pitino made a surprise appearance at Rupp Arena during the Big Blue Madness …

Dec 21, 2024 · In a groundbreaking move that has sent shockwaves through the world of college basketball, legendary coach Rick Pitino has officially signed a massive $306 million contract to …

Mar 10, 2025 · Rick Pitino, the Hall of Fame coach who led the Kentucky Wildcats to an NCAA championship in 1996, has passed away after a battle with cancer. He was 71. Pitino, known …

Mar 17, 2025 · The news that has been making waves in the college basketball world is the return of Rick Pitino as the new head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball team. This …

Oct 13, 2024 · Former Kentucky coach Rick Pitino returned to Rupp Arena on Friday night to attend Big Blue Madness. Pitino was met with a warm ovation from the Wildcats crowd and …

Apr 27, 2025 · Rick Pitino has multiple ties to the 2025 Kentucky Derby field, including Journalism, Sandman and Grande. What to know ahead of the Run for the Roses:

Oct 15, 2024 · Rick Pitino was nearly brought to tears in his return to Kentucky, as fans gave him an overwhelming ovation at Big Blue Madness.