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House of Champions
The Story of Kentucky Basketball's Home Courts
In House of Champions: The Story of Kentucky Basketball's Home Courts author Kevin Cook combines archival research and numerous interviews with players and coaches to reveal the rich history and colorful details of the structures that have hosted University of Kentucky basketball. A number of fascinating backstories are uncovered, including the excitement of Alumni Gym's opening night in 1925, the problematic acquisition of a Black community for Memorial Coliseum, and the moving account of the displays of nearly ten thousand names of Kentucky's WWII and Korean War heroes on the Coliseum's pedestrian ramps. The account concludes with a compelling overview of the development of historic Rupp Arena: its inner workings, the prominent figures involved, and how the initial conversation to build it began over a slice of Jerry's pie in 1968.
This insightful and entertaining history reveals how the impact of these sporting facilities extended far beyond the courts' sidelines to directly shape and influence the social, economic, and political landscapes of Lexington and Central Kentucky. House of Champions also faithfully recreates the full game day experience of fans in the stands for several key games in UK's storied past. It ultimately offers an even greater appreciation of the history of the Wildcats and what the famed indoor stadiums have brought to the program. This book is a must for any true Big Blue Basketball fan.
About the Author
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"Every time I walk into Rupp Arena and look up into the stands—which are always full—I am reminded of the incredible opportunity I have been given to lead the Kentucky basketball program. The history and the tradition that radiate from Rupp Arena are never lost on me, and to think it is just the latest venue in the gold standard of arenas is part of what put Kentucky basketball in a league of its own. To learn how all of our great homes came to be, the players and coaches they house, and the memories they helped create, it is clear to me this is a must-read for Big Blue Nation."—John Calipari, UK basketball coach
"Follow all the early history. How the basketball wildcats established the greatest tradition in college basketball."—Coach Dick Parsons
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Hardback | |
November 8, 2022 | |
9780813196404 | |
English | |
400 | |
58 b&w illustrations | |
9.25 Inches (US) | |
6.13 Inches (US) | |
$34.95 USD, £25.50 GBP | |
v2.1 Reference | |
Paperback / softback | |
November 8, 2022 | |
9780813196411 | |
English | |
400 | |
58 b&w illustrations | |
9.25 Inches (US) | |
6.13 Inches (US) | |
$26.95 USD, £19.50 GBP | |
v2.1 Reference | |
Electronic book text | |
November 8, 2022 | |
9780813196428 | |
9780813196404 | |
English | |
400 | |
58 b&w illustrations | |
9.25 Inches (US) | |
6.13 Inches (US) | |
$26.95 USD, £19.50 GBP | |
v2.1 Reference | |
Electronic book text | |
November 8, 2022 | |
9780813196435 | |
9780813196404 | |
English | |
400 | |
58 b&w illustrations | |
9.25 Inches (US) | |
6.13 Inches (US) | |
$26.95 USD, £19.50 GBP | |
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