What a great Night for Kentucky basketball history! This goes beyond wins and trophies. This is amazing. Thanks for coming back coach pitino. You’re always welcome in Kentucky!
Rick Pitino calling Kentucky Camelot is a statement of what Kentucky represents. It is and will always be the top of college basketball. GO BIG BLUE!!!
Lol. Comimg fr a criminal/one shaddiest Coaches in CBB history.(R. Pitino) Lol, plus ex-Coach Calipari had TWO FFs stripped UK? Hasnt made a FF in a Decade. UK hasnt won a National Titles in 13yrs. "Camelot?" 😅😅😅😅
@@shelbyesters5732 SMH, Mark Pope? COMPLETE "$$$ Grab" UK fans will want Pope's head on a skillet by May2026. After UK misses b2b NCAA Tournaments. *at best? UK makes 1 of nxt 2 NCAA Tournaments. (Lol, DEF not this upcoming Season.) UK goes 1&done, 2026 NCAA Tournament. UK fans run Pope out town. Pope all smiles, cuz he just fooled Kentucky into taking care his "Grandkids, Grandkids"
Love to see Coach Pitino get so much love. As a BYU fan, I’m grateful that Pope has this opportunity to coach at his legendary Alma Mater. BYU is looking good this year so Pope just opened up more opportunity for others. It’s all good. I’m a Kentucky fan now too and am rooting for Pope and his squad.
Coach Pitino is my all time favorite coach. My parent took me to watch his teams when I was very young and made core memories for me. I re.ember asking why he never sat down lol and my dad said bc he wins😊
I am not a KY fan, but the welcome they show coach P is remarkable! You guys made me a true believer and i will be rooting for BBN! Thamks Coach Pope and look forward to watching you grow, way to go
I'm so glad the Mark Pope opened the door for Rick Pitino to come back and receive the welcome he deserves. I don't know if Coach P ever said it out loud, but I'll bet he totally regrets leaving UK. Big Blue Nation also showed a lot of class in welcoming him back.
The '96 Kentucky Wildcats just might have been the greatest college basketball team of all-time. I would only put the '09 Tar Heels, Anthony Davis' UK team, and maybe last year's UConn team in the same class.
I was born in 94. I don’t remember him being with us. My earliest memories are Tubby Smith. But man……..this will bring a tear to any Kentucky Fans eye. Rick belongs in Kentucky
I was a little kid when Pitino left in ‘97 and I still remember my mother being heartbroken. Him going to U of L was a knife in the heart for a long time but this put a bow on making everything right again. BBN will always love those who made us better, even if we need a little time to let the wounds heal. Cal will get the same ovation in ~15 years and it will be just as emotional and satisfying.
Not for me. Pitino never gave up trying to hang banners while at UK. Cal quit trying after he was incompetent in winning a title w/ that '15 team, and just started letting guys go out and play 1-on-3, try to get their own shots, and impress the NBA scouts.
I don't believe enough people see the defensive potential of our team this year considering this guy is behind the scenes . Pitino did create the 96 monster
It's long past time to let bygones be bygones. Pitino resurrected this program. We've won two more championships since he left. I'll look forward to seeing him at the football game tomorrow.
Very refreshing! Pope and Pitino..So awesome to feel the optimism, excitement and unity. This has been missing for so long.. Once again it’s about the team concept and University not about a Coach and his hope to get his pets into the NBA!! And this guy can actually Do x and o’s
This gonna be a redemption year for Kentucky I can already feel it hope we get far into the tournament this year and don’t screw it up this time happy new era for Kentucky the pope era. 🎉
I'm so glad UK fans evolved!! When he came to Louisville he was everything except a child of GOD! This full circle moment is vibezz. Also Louisville as much as I love my city, was wrong to fire him, this was political for so many reasons.
Used to think we'd never accept Pitino back into the fold, now it's obvious that this is what it was meant to be all along. Tough for Louisville, who now has to disavow the only coach that made them relevant in the past 40 years. Hopefully manlet in chief Pat Kelsey can stay within 20 points of Kentucky, he certainly failed to make Louisville Live rival Big Blue Madness.
Pitino will always be the Captain of BBN in my opinion! The man brought UK out of the depths and in my opinion will always be the greatest coach in UK Basketball history! Go Cats!!!
Rick was never hated at Uk. Maybe for a few years after he left and for a few more when he went to Louisville but by the time he had Peyton siva at Louisville it was all respect.
Lol. Comimg fr a criminal/one shaddiest Coaches in CBB history.(R. Pitino) Lol, plus ex-Coach Calipari had TWO FFs stripped UK? Hasnt made a FF in a Decade. UK hasnt won a National Titles in 13yrs. "Camelot?" 😅😅😅😅
You’re not from Kentucky, you never been to Rupp you don’t get it. I ll speak in a language you understand… 8 national titles and the winningest program in history… WINNINGEST PROGRAM IN HISTORY Hahahahaha
@@twally4966you mean the arena that’s named after one of the biggest racist coaches of all time? Yes those all bleacher seats really make it a great arena. Also don’t forget the most penalized program in ncaa history
@@jwalk7134You either understand what it means to be part of BBN or you don’t, and you hate us. You’re obviously from the latter and that’s a good thing. I have a t-shirt that says “Kentucky against all y’all”. When you’re the all time leader you thrive on the hate and negativity. That’s contributes to championships. Pitino left to go to the premier team in professional basketball. If you knew any of the details concerning his move, you might not be so ridiculous with your comments. He restored the program and understands what it means to be part of BBN. So does Pope. You never will and we don’t need or want you.
Pitino brought UK basketball back to life. We will never forget.
Still has Louisville inked on his skin. How’s it feel to have your ex wife leave you for someone else and then come crawling back?
@@jwalk7134 he regrets it. His heart has always been @ Kentucky, you can tell he regrets leaving that program.
@@jwalk7134 he’s used to crawling back to his wife after cheating on her. Just ask his real wife. If she’s still around.
@@jwalk7134he brought Kentucky back from the ashes and then destroyed Louisville's program. Id say one of the greatest Wildcats ever
@@johnnya390 uk is still the most penalized program in ncaa history.
Ive never seen Pitino get choked up like that in the 35 years ive followed him
same
What a great Night for Kentucky basketball history! This goes beyond wins and trophies. This is amazing. Thanks for coming back coach pitino. You’re always welcome in Kentucky!
Long overdue. Was great to see this finally happen.
i cant agree more!
Yep, I agree. Never hated him for going to Louisville. It's not like he left UK to go straight to UL. Glad he's back.
Lol..He cheated!!!
@@BobBaker-v9v At Louisville
Rick Pitino calling Kentucky Camelot is a statement of what Kentucky represents. It is and will always be the top of college basketball. GO BIG BLUE!!!
Lol.
Comimg fr a criminal/one shaddiest Coaches in CBB history.(R. Pitino)
Lol, plus ex-Coach Calipari had TWO FFs stripped
UK? Hasnt made a FF in a Decade.
UK hasnt won a National Titles in 13yrs.
"Camelot?" 😅😅😅😅
@jasonpeters9716 Tf are you yapping about?
@@shelbyesters5732 Oh nothing.
Just stating "ACTUAL FACTS&STATS."
LOL. Two^^^ things that currently make Kentucky Bball fans INSECURE.
✌️
@@shelbyesters5732 SMH, Mark Pope?
COMPLETE "$$$ Grab"
UK fans will want Pope's head on a skillet by May2026.
After UK misses b2b NCAA Tournaments.
*at best? UK makes 1 of nxt 2 NCAA Tournaments. (Lol, DEF not this upcoming Season.)
UK goes 1&done, 2026 NCAA Tournament.
UK fans run Pope out town.
Pope all smiles, cuz he just fooled Kentucky into taking care his "Grandkids, Grandkids"
LOL...how long will it take a UK fan remind me of thier 5 National Titles b4 electricity?
My fav coach of all time
Welcome home, Pitino. Always welcome here!!
This is full circle. I love this
Welcome Home Coach Pitino. BBN❤
Love to see Coach Pitino get so much love. As a BYU fan, I’m grateful that Pope has this opportunity to coach at his legendary Alma Mater.
BYU is looking good this year so Pope just opened up more opportunity for others. It’s all good.
I’m a Kentucky fan now too and am rooting for Pope and his squad.
Big shout out to BYU for taking such good care of our guy and giving him a chance to lead.
@davidfrey5654 welcome to the BIG BLUE NATION, David 💙🏀💙
Coach Pitino is my all time favorite coach. My parent took me to watch his teams when I was very young and made core memories for me. I re.ember asking why he never sat down lol and my dad said bc he wins😊
Mannnn is a better coach than a lot of coaches in college. Especially at Louisville. He didn’t have many 5 stars and still was winning
First time in years I’ve got chills from a Kentucky coach this is it. Let’s go get #9
I am not a KY fan, but the welcome they show coach P is remarkable! You guys made me a true believer and i will be rooting for BBN! Thamks Coach Pope and look forward to watching you grow, way to go
@lisamcdonald-Im1is Welcome to the BIG BLUE NATION, Lisa 💙🏀💙
I'm so glad the Mark Pope opened the door for Rick Pitino to come back and receive the welcome he deserves. I don't know if Coach P ever said it out loud, but I'll bet he totally regrets leaving UK. Big Blue Nation also showed a lot of class in welcoming him back.
Actually, he's always said that.
He has said several times that it was the biggest mistake of his career.
Said the only reason he took the job at Lil bro was because of how much he loved the state of kentucky
He deserves this. Yes he made mistakes, who hasn't, but what he did for UK was and always will be special. Welcome home!!
This is honestly the coolest thing I’ve ever seen most definitely my favorite Kentucky moment besides 2012 winning a championship
That was one of the best things I've ever seen in college basketball,GO BIG BLUE 💙💙💙
So glad you are back coach!
Had pitino never left this would be him passing the torch to Pope possibly, either way glad to see him back at home in good graces with fans🔥🔥🔥
Ridiculous
This is so awesome!❤ Way to go UK!!!
UK would be ahead of UCLA in nattys if he had never left
Kentucky is still known as the best college basketball program oat
@@Tweelkalso the most penalized program of all time
Lol..And you think Santa Claus is real right? Lol
@@Tweelk- Ridiculous..Who has more National Titles? UCLA or Kentucky?
We are college basketball, it ain't even close
The '96 Kentucky Wildcats just might have been the greatest college basketball team of all-time. I would only put the '09 Tar Heels, Anthony Davis' UK team, and maybe last year's UConn team in the same class.
As a Louisville fan, I agree about the 96 team.
If Rick Pitino would've coached the 2014-15 team. They would've definitely went 40-0. That other guy was a sorry coach. Glad he's in Arky.
None of them better than UNLV
The 96 team was so stacked. They would've given any NBA team a run for their money.
@@cmitchel35straight ballers!!!
I was born in 94. I don’t remember him being with us. My earliest memories are Tubby Smith. But man……..this will bring a tear to any Kentucky Fans eye. Rick belongs in Kentucky
Love Rivky P! He's one of the best coaches who ever coach for UK and in College Basketball.
And they thought this was a one coach program😂.. I love cal, fell in love with Kentucky because of Cal but BBN has been what it has been 💪🏾💪🏾
What a great role model
??
@@sim396 *smelling sarcasm*
Pitino is one of the all-time greatest coaches for Kentucky I was glad to see the reaction for his return
I ROCK WITH COACH P HE'S A LEGEND FOR SURE‼️‼️
He pulled UK Basketball out of the ashes. Thanks, coach P.
Welcome back Coach Pitino💙
Kentucky Wildcat fans, Acknowledge him.
We just did bro
@@theblakex The reference went over your pea-sized head "bro"
☝🏼
Warmed my heart immensely to see Coach Pitino back in Kentucky blue. Hoping that Coach Pope can bring us back the pride and glory!
Mark Pope.....What! That's crazy from the NBA and watching him work his way up humbly through the coaching ranks❤ Let's go Coach Pope💪💪
As a Louisville fan, this is great. Rick deserves this. Hope Mark Pope Succeeds!
Pat Kelsey is the next Danny Crum
@@keonhall9702 not a real Louisville fan then.
@@TommyNelson00 don’t know about all that, but at least he’ll be much better than the last scumbags that came in after Crum got ousted.
@@toddseales8222 stay mad🤣🤣
I’m not crying…you are.
i knew we shouldnt have cut onions before this came on.
If you're crying you need counseling
i was
@@BobBaker-v9vnot refuting that haha
As a lifelong Kentucky fan, Rick Pitino brought UK back to the national scene. I wish he stayed at UK longer than he did.
He's MY UK coach. Pitino is the best UK coach I've ever seen. Welcome back coach P.
GO BIG BLUE we love you Pitino 💙🏀🤍
So awesome! 🥹
I was a little kid when Pitino left in ‘97 and I still remember my mother being heartbroken. Him going to U of L was a knife in the heart for a long time but this put a bow on making everything right again. BBN will always love those who made us better, even if we need a little time to let the wounds heal. Cal will get the same ovation in ~15 years and it will be just as emotional and satisfying.
Not for me. Pitino never gave up trying to hang banners while at UK. Cal quit trying after he was incompetent in winning a title w/ that '15 team, and just started letting guys go out and play 1-on-3, try to get their own shots, and impress the NBA scouts.
Closure!💙
We miss you coach p
Pitino,Pitino,Pitino…In the house!!!
All those kids in Rupp were wondering why the adults were whiping away tears❤
Rick looks much better in blue.
People only knew, he got us back, and the groups he did it with. We were a nobody, beating shq
Old boy down south is TIGHT after seeing that😂😂😂
We are kentucky
Was so great to see Coach Pitino again!!! Love ya Rick!!!🙀
I’m a Louisville fan but I loved this for Rick Pitino. It is weird seeing him in UK blue tho again
You’re wearing the wrong colors then. Go be a KenSUCKy fan.
@@toddseales8222 F*** UK and f*** you for even makin that suggestion
@@toddseales8222WYS!!💯 GO CARDS!
@@toddseales8222stay off the meth buddy
@@youngeazy2011 stop kissing Pitino’s nuts then.
Best ❤❤
I don't believe enough people see the defensive potential of our team this year considering this guy is behind the scenes . Pitino did create the 96 monster
Man o man if he hadnt left.....
Nobody as good as slick RICK
Greatest of Alltime! In my opinion better than Rupp in the time he had at UK.
It's long past time to let bygones be bygones. Pitino resurrected this program. We've won two more championships since he left. I'll look forward to seeing him at the football game tomorrow.
WOW
Respect
Very refreshing! Pope and Pitino..So awesome to feel the optimism, excitement and unity. This has been missing for so long.. Once again it’s about the team concept and University not about a Coach and his hope to get his pets into the NBA!! And this guy can actually Do x and o’s
That took about 15 seconds 😂
Lets go🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥☝🏼
Time heals all wounds. And there was too much time from his reign until his welcome home.
should've hired him again
Pitino's Kentucky teams were must watch tv in the 90's. That full court press and they shot 100 three pointers per game.😂😂😂😂
He’s so fine
Pitino should come back as the assistant coach for Kentucky as his final year of coaching
This gonna be a redemption year for Kentucky I can already feel it hope we get far into the tournament this year and don’t screw it up this time happy new era for Kentucky the pope era. 🎉
Yay
What the hey, he's in the neighborhood... why not swing by Louisville?
@@MrNaturalSez they can keep that scumbag.
Rebuilt Kentucky to greatness. Then went and destroyed Louisville. One of the greatest Wildcats ever
Legend
💙💙💙💙💙
He back at uk ?????
Goat
I'm so glad UK fans evolved!! When he came to Louisville he was everything except a child of GOD! This full circle moment is vibezz. Also Louisville as much as I love my city, was wrong to fire him, this was political for so many reasons.
Never forget that Pitino still has a Cardinal Bird tattooed on his shoulder!!!
Who cares
Was Billy Gillespie there too?
What is the emblem on Popes shirt?
kobe bryant's logo
@dixonspressurewashingllc1005 that's what I was thinking but Kobe didnt have a clothing brand.
There might not be one student in Rupp who was alive when Pitino was coaching there
Guaranteed
Lol, all those SAME students were shitting in thier diapers.
The LAST TIME Kentucky won a National Title.
If you don’t love this you don’t love Kentucky basketball
🔵⚪️🔵⚪️
Used to think we'd never accept Pitino back into the fold, now it's obvious that this is what it was meant to be all along.
Tough for Louisville, who now has to disavow the only coach that made them relevant in the past 40 years. Hopefully manlet in chief Pat Kelsey can stay within 20 points of Kentucky, he certainly failed to make Louisville Live rival Big Blue Madness.
That was a fitting welcome home y'all.
Johnnies should fire him!
Pitino will always be the Captain of BBN in my opinion! The man brought UK out of the depths and in my opinion will always be the greatest coach in UK Basketball history! Go Cats!!!
whats this got to do with duke
Pat Kelsey is gonna own us whatever this 'Campaigning for Coach' culture that we're being sold to support at Kentucky
💙🤍
Tell me who's in the house tonight? UK!!!
So does he coach for them?
The cats are back baby!!!
Glad to see him back where he belongs. GBB
Chills…
Wow. I bet Cal is overdosing on cracklins after seeing that
God what happened to UK fans hating this man
They couldn't hate him forever. He literally saved the program after they got in trouble for cheating
@@TommyNelson00 and then cheated in Louisville and set us back 10 years. We will be back though.
@@toddseales8222He destroyed Louisville 🤣🤣🤣
@@TommyNelson00 he didn't
Rick was never hated at Uk. Maybe for a few years after he left and for a few more when he went to Louisville but by the time he had Peyton siva at Louisville it was all respect.
They love him for ruining Louisville's program, not for saving theirs.
No other fanbase in the world like BBN…Try and prove me wrong…You can’t
@@BlueBloodUK110 I can name 5 better on the top of my head.🙄
TAKE THAT SWEATER OFF, what are you doing?!? Did he forget who signs his checks?
Lol.
Comimg fr a criminal/one shaddiest Coaches in CBB history.(R. Pitino)
Lol, plus ex-Coach Calipari had TWO FFs stripped
UK? Hasnt made a FF in a Decade.
UK hasnt won a National Titles in 13yrs.
"Camelot?" 😅😅😅😅
Keep that same energy.
You’re not from Kentucky, you never been to Rupp you don’t get it. I ll speak in a language you understand… 8 national titles and the winningest program in history… WINNINGEST PROGRAM IN HISTORY
Hahahahaha
@@twally4966you mean the arena that’s named after one of the biggest racist coaches of all time? Yes those all bleacher seats really make it a great arena. Also don’t forget the most penalized program in ncaa history
@@jwalk7134 winningest program in history fool 👃
@@jwalk7134You either understand what it means to be part of BBN or you don’t, and you hate us. You’re obviously from the latter and that’s a good thing. I have a t-shirt that says “Kentucky against all y’all”. When you’re the all time leader you thrive on the hate and negativity. That’s contributes to championships. Pitino left to go to the premier team in professional basketball. If you knew any of the details concerning his move, you might not be so ridiculous with your comments. He restored the program and understands what it means to be part of BBN. So does Pope. You never will and we don’t need or want you.
Good riddance. Go Cards!
What a slimeball