Official Page of Coach Mark Stoops
Lexington, Ky.
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I know there’s been much speculation about me and my job situation the last couple of days. It’s true I was contacted about a potential opportunity this weekend, but after celebrating a big win against our rivals with players I love like family, I knew in my heart I couldn’t leave the University of Kentucky right now. I have a great job at a place I love, and I get to work with the best administration and greatest fan base in college football right where I’m at. I’m excited to say I’m a Wildcat!
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Basketball school? I thought we competed in the SEC? #4straightpostseasonwins
"This is a basketball school. Alabama is a football school. So is Georgia. No disrespect to our football team. I hope they win 10 games and go to bowls. But this is a basketball school."
John Calipari wants his practice facility ASAP.
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Praying for a dear friend, @Coach_Leach, today. Mike will always be a part of the Big Blue Nation from his time here in Lexington. Our thoughts and prayers are with him, his wife Sharon, their four kids and the entire Mississippi State family.
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Thanks to everyone for the congratulations regarding Coach of the Year! I am humbled and reminded of what we talked about since we arrived at UK -- it takes all of us, and I'm so grateful to the players, coaches, administrators and great fans who made this possible. Go Cats!
Congratulations to @UKCoachStoops on being named the 2018 @AP SEC Coach of the Year! He is the first UK coach to earn that honor since Jerry Claiborne in 1983.
#GetUp
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Feeling is mutual..I Love you my man!
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We are heartbroken for Jared’s family and friends. Since I’ve been here, it has been obvious that he was one of the most popular players in school history. He was a proud member of the Kentucky football family and he will be greatly missed by the Big Blue Nation.
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I would like to wish @ukcoachcalipari and his family well in their new endeavor. We spent 11 years working together and I really appreciate all they did for UK and the Commonwealth.
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I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my coach and mentor, Hayden Fry. He had a profound effect on the Stoops family, helping Bob, Mike and me grow as young men and then influence us in our coaching careers. Heartfelt sympathies go out to Coach Fry’s family and friends.
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What do we do for an encore? #Bringit
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Louisville football program and the family of Dexter Rentz.
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#BBN begs to differ! Don’t disrespect our great fans like that.
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As so many of us have seen and felt, I deeply hurt for the injustice we have in our country. We must find a way to treat each other the way we want to be treated, with unity and respect. As a nation, we must overcome it. And we must begin now. 🙏
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Chantel and I, along with the Kentucky football family, are in grief for the Shemwells, their family and friends. It is hard to put into words the hurt we feel in our hearts, and our prayers and deepest condolences are with the Shemwell family and all affected by this tragedy.
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I want to help our players align their beliefs with their opportunities.
I’m proud that they care not just for themselves, but also for the people around them and the communities where they live.
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Alpha from YTown! 💙🖤 #BBN
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We’re excited that @joey1gatewood has received waivers from the @NCAA and @SEC and will be eligible to play this season. We’re thankful that the SEC Presidents and Commissioner @GregSankey took into account the unique circumstances around this season.
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I’m heartbroken to learn about the passing of my friend, John Schlarman. My prayers go out to LeeAnne and the kids, Joseph, Benjamin, Matthew and Evelyn, through this very difficult time.
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I’m very proud of how these players battled against and overcame adversity many times during the season. They kept together and kept playing. I love each and everyone of them. This win is for Coach Schlarman and Chris Oats! Thank you, #BBN for being with us all the way.
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Excited to get Josh Allen back for his senior season--great teams are built on senior leaders and playmakers!
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Forever greatful for @KashDaniel15. One of the most passionate and dedicated players I’ve coached. The definition of a Blue Collar football player and a Kentucky boy thru and thru! #BBN
Just my take.. but 5 years ago on July 4th I made the best decision of my life up to this point to come play for @UKCoachStoops and his staff. It’s changed my life forever, and I’ll always be thankful for the opportunity. #BBN
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What a ride! Great team and great staff! #BBN
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Thanks my dude. Recruit and develop is the name of the game. Love you my man! Congrats on your great rookie season. Many more to come! #BBN
Congrats to @UKCoachStoops and the entire @UKFootball coaching staff on an amazing #NSD20 signing class (so far)! Not that ⭐️ ⭐️ mean anything to me as you well know 😼 because this staff is great and recruiting AND THEN developing. #BBN
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#BBN, we hope you’ll join us in keeping @christopheroats and his family in your thoughts and prayers.
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Congratulations to @UKBaseball and @Coach_Mingione!
What a great game and weekend performance. Can’t wait to watch you all next in the Super Regionals!
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Thank you Peter
Thru the 1st 65 picks, @UKFootball has had more players drafted than the following teams:
Ohio State
Clemson
Florida
USC
Texas
Oklahoma
@UKCoachStoops continues to be one the best coaches in developing talent.
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Thank You BBN!
#BBN, we wanted to do something to say THANK YOU for supporting us like you did on Saturday. 💙 Check the @heraldleader tomorrow for this ad.
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Thinking of Jared and his family and friends today. He will be missed by all of us. #22
Today we lay our brother, our friend and our teammate to rest. RIP, @JaredLorenzen22. We will always love you.
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