• It seems no one can get under the skin of the media and opposing fans like Coach Cal. As big blue fans we appreciate the fact that Calipari is charitable, always on the road recruiting, trying to promote the Kentucky basketball brand and lets be honest, all of the number one recruiting classes don't hurt. I also believe that the majority of us like the fact that he doesn't back down from a fight.

    Since Cal has been at UK, we have experienced accusations about Eric Bledsoe and his grades, taken verbal bashings from Bob Knight regarding players going to class, as well as the constant talk that Calipari can't coach....he just rolls the ball out and lets them play right?

    Last night via twitter, our favorite basketball coach decided to share a little secret with his followers about the meaning of "radio silence."



    And he followed it up this morning with this tweet:



    In essence Cal basically hints that when there is a positive, uplifting story about the Cats, the coverage or chatter is limited. Obviously hinting at the negative light that is often cast upon the program, even though typically untrue or unproven, is what people seem to focus on.

    As a fan, you can't help but probably agree, Kentucky sells therefore Kentucky is headline material, one way or the other. I for one and happy Cal spoke out, doesn't bother me one bit. I like the fact that our Coach is willing to fight for our program and doesn't back down with his tail between his legs. What are your thoughts big blue nation?

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    Comments 4 Comments
    1. kondor's Avatar
      kondor -
      Just more proof that Coach Cal 'gets' what it takes to lead and coach this program. As any UK fan can attest it is easier for fans of other programs to sling mud and talk negative. It all comes with the territory of being the #1 program in the history of the game. Other teams can't win the games so they try to bring us down.

      Think about it. The only fans of teams I can say on a personal level that don't talk negative when discussing UK are Kansas and UNC. That's because they know what we know as Big Blue Fans: you just win on the court and let that do your talking.
    1. Unregistered's Avatar
      Unregistered -
      Coach Cal is the real deal. He can recruit and he gets results. AND he embraces the community and the fan base. Others are either jealous or had him and know what they've lost. The only thing that concerns me is that he strikes me as the kind of person that is driven to succeed; to accomplish all he can and when he does, the challenge might lose it's luster and appeal and he'll move on to the next one. In any case, this is one member of the BBN that is going to enjoy the ride while it lasts! Go Coach and Go CATSSS!!
    1. forzausa's Avatar
      forzausa -
      Quote Originally Posted by kondor View Post
      Just more proof that Coach Cal 'gets' what it takes to lead and coach this program. As any UK fan can attest it is easier for fans of other programs to sling mud and talk negative. It all comes with the territory of being the #1 program in the history of the game. Other teams can't win the games so they try to bring us down.

      hen discussing UK are Kansas and UNC. That's because they know what we know as Big Blue Fans: you just win on the court and let that do your talking.
      Think about it. The only fans of teams I can say on a personal level that don't talk negative w

      Believe me, UNC and Kansas fans talk trash , one of my UNC friend's "hates" Calipari,, and several say they're just waiting for UK to go on probation.... They're r haters everywhere,,, and Kansas fans were on here the other week talking trash about UK's recruitment of Trevor Lacey...
    1. BigBlueNation502's Avatar
      BigBlueNation502 -
      Quote Originally Posted by forzausa View Post
      Think about it. The only fans of teams I can say on a personal level that don't talk negative w

      Believe me, UNC and Kansas fans talk trash , one of my UNC friend's "hates" Calipari,, and several say they're just waiting for UK to go on probation.... They're r haters everywhere,,, and Kansas fans were on here the other week talking trash about UK's recruitment of Trevor Lacey...
      Yeah but i think he meant that most true fans of those schools have a certain respect for UK and it's tradition. That doesn't mean that that won't say there team is better or brag and boast.

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