UK to Play in Champions Classic Through 2028
The Wildcats will continue to be a part of the popular early-season college basketball event
The University of Kentucky will continue to participate in the Champions Classic through the 2027-28 season. The Wildcats have been a part of the event since its inception in 2011, and have won the championship twice.
The Champions Classic is a four-team event that features some of the top college basketball programs in the country. The other three teams in the event are Duke, Kansas, and Michigan State. The event is played at the United Center in Chicago, and is televised on ESPN.
UK Has Had Success in Champions Classic
The Wildcats have a 6-4 record in the Champions Classic, and have won the championship in 2012 and 2015. UK has also finished as the runner-up twice, in 2014 and 2018.
The Wildcats have faced some of the top teams in the country in the Champions Classic, including Duke, Kansas, Michigan State, and North Carolina. UK has a winning record against each of these teams in the event.
Champions Classic is a Prestigious Event
The Champions Classic is one of the most prestigious events in college basketball. It is a chance for the top teams in the country to compete against each other early in the season.
The event is also a great opportunity for fans to see some of the best college basketball players in the country. The Champions Classic has featured some of the top players in college basketball history, including Anthony Davis, John Wall, and Kyrie Irving.
UK is Excited to Continue Participation in Champions Classic
The Wildcats are excited to continue their participation in the Champions Classic. The event is a great opportunity for the team to compete against some of the best teams in the country and to showcase their talents to a national audience.
UK is also looking forward to the challenge of trying to win the Champions Classic championship again. The Wildcats have won the event twice in the past, and they are confident that they can win it again in the future.