著名教练里克·皮蒂诺在鲁普竞技场惊地出现, 支持肯塔基州新教练马克·波普. Hall of Fame coach Rick Pitino made a surprise appearance at Rupp Arena, supporting new Kentucky coach Mark Pope.

名人堂教练里克·皮蒂诺 （Rick Pitino） 在 Big Blue Madness 活动期间出人意料地出现在 Rupp Arena，表达了对肯塔基州新教练马克·波普 （Mark Pope） 的支持。 Hall of Fame coach Rick Pitino made a surprise appearance at Rupp Arena during the Big Blue Madness event, showing support for new Kentucky coach Mark Pope. 皮蒂诺曾经是野猫队的教练, 受到热烈的掌声, 并赞扬波普的性格和领导潜力. Pitino, who previously coached the Wildcats, received a standing ovation and praised Pope's character and leadership potential. 他的访问突出表明了过去和现在肯塔基州篮球赛之间的持续联系。 His visit highlights the ongoing connection between past and present Kentucky basketball.