Kentucky head coach John Calipari praised the support of the Big Blue Nation of social media this morning.
He added that the Wildcats have another 10 million fans in an unlikely place…the Dominican Republic.
Remember, Calipari coached the Dominican Republic national team several years ago. After that, then UK assistant Orlando Antigua, a Domincan Republic native, took over the national team.
Now, the Wildcats feature Dominican Republic national team big man Karl-Anthony Towns.
We’re excited about getting ready to play this game. What came to my mind is the support from the #BBN. It’s ridiculous.
— John Calipari (@UKCoachCalipari) April 4, 2015
We also have another nation pulling for us: I bet 10 million strong in the Dominican Republic are rooting for Kentucky too. Gracias!
— John Calipari (@UKCoachCalipari) April 4, 2015
Here are some responses to Calipari’s Tweet:
@UKCoachCalipari that’s a safe bet coach! We appreciate your influence in the development of our basketball.
— Jose Gomez (@JoseEGomezF) April 4, 2015
@UKCoachCalipari @jrod_26 That’s right brother!!!!
— Juan Lopez (@LopezJ85) April 4, 2015
@UKCoachCalipari Suerte Coach! #GoBigBlue!
— Seleccion Dominicana (@RDBSeleccion) April 4, 2015
@UKCoachCalipari we came from DR to support the team, @KATis32 and you coach!!! Gracias por ser un dominicano mas… #elbasketnosune
— basketdominicano.com (@basketdom) April 4, 2015
@basketdom @UKCoachCalipari @KATis32 felicidades Jordan por esa cobertura
— Miguel Tejeda (@migueltejeda27) April 4, 2015
