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Kentucky Wildcats News: UK on the recruiting trail
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Kentucky Wildcats' head coach Mark Pope and his staff are in Memphis for the Nike EYBL event, scouting top prospects from the classes of 2027 and 2028. The offseason is transitioning into AAU season as recruiting efforts ramp up.
Key points
- Mark Pope and staff are in Memphis for Nike EYBL event
- Event features top prospects from classes of 2027 and 2028
- Transitioning into AAU season for recruiting
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LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY - FEBRUARY 7: Head coach Mark Pope of the Kentucky Wildcats coaches during the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Rupp Arena on February 7, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) | Getty Images
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The offseason is well underway, and it is now transitioning into AAU season. As coaches from across the country head to different events starting with the live period this weekend, you can find Mark Pope and the majority of his staff in Memphis for the first Nike EYBL event of the year.
Featuring plenty of the class of 2027 and 2028’s top prospects, Coach Pope, Mo Williams, and Cody Fueger are trying to get some closer looks at the players they should focus on heading into another high school recruiting cycle.
Players that the staff watched on Friday include:
- ‘27 forward, CJ Rosser
- ‘27 guard, King Gibson
- ‘27 forward, Marcus Spears Jr.
- ‘27 guard, Ryan Hampton
- 27 guard, Beckham Black
- ‘27 wing Gabe Nesmith
- ‘27 guard, Chase Lumpkin
- ‘27 center, Paul Osaruyi
Plenty of names to keep up with as more names will likely emerge as the summer rolls on. Should be interesting to watch how the staff approaches this year’s recruiting cycle compared to the last.
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Who is Mark Pope and what is his role with the Kentucky Wildcats?
Mark Pope is the head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats, responsible for leading the team's recruitment and overall performance.
What is the Nike EYBL event and why is it important for recruiting?
The Nike EYBL event showcases top high school basketball prospects, making it crucial for college coaches like Mark Pope to evaluate talent for future recruiting classes.
Which classes are being scouted by the Kentucky Wildcats coaching staff?
The coaching staff is focusing on prospects from the classes of 2027 and 2028 during the Nike EYBL event.
