Sources Say Podcast

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 125 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Cason Wallace's commitment to Kentucky and what it means for the program moving forward. Among the highlights: Wallace is a Wildcat How did we get to this point? What does the five-star guard bring to the table? How does Wallace fit in with Kentucky's other commitments? Is UK do...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 124 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's exhibition games, reasons for optimism going into the highly-anticipated Duke matchup, Adem Bona's commitment to UCLA, and other recruiting notes. Among the highlights TyTy Washington is living up to the hype Sahvir Wheeler is the perfect fit for this roster Davion Mi...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 123 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's Blue-White Game and all of the major takeaways. Then, they discuss the latest with Shaedon Sharpe's mid-year enrollment and Adem Bona's recruitment. Among the highlights: Who were the best performers in Kentucky's annual Blue-White Game? John Calipari names three star...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 122 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Shaedon Sharpe's reported decision to enroll early at Kentucky and what it means for the program this season and next. Is it good news or bad for the Wildcats? Among the highlights: Travis Branham reports Shaedon Sharpe is strongly considering a mid-year enrollment at Kentucky B...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 121 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's Pro Day and open practice events this week, along with providing some recruiting updates for 2022 and 2023. Among the highlights: A breakdown of events at Pro Day and open practice Who were the biggest standouts both days? Any major surprises? Expectations going into...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 120 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Adem Bona's visit to Lexington and the latest on the five-star center's recruitment. Will it be Kentucky or UCLA? The Sources Say crew also break down the return of CJ Fredrick and Jacob Toppin and what it means for the program moving forward. Among the highlights: The lead-up t...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 119 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Dereck Lively's commitment to Duke and where things stand with Adem Bona for Kentucky. Will UK be landing a commitment from the five-star center soon? Among the highlights: Dereck Lively chooses Duke over Kentucky How did we get to this point? Jon Scheyer purposefully hurts UK's...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 118 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Dereck Lively's surprise commitment date and the latest in his recruitment. Will it be Kentucky or Duke? And where does Adem Bona fit into the equation? Lively sets a surprise commitment date, and it's coming sooner than anyone expected Breaking down the favorites A whirlwind of...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 117 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss five-star forward Chris Livingston’s commitment to Kentucky and what it means for the program moving forward. Who's next for the Wildcats? Among the highlights: This rollercoaster ride of a recruitment comes to an end, with Kentucky coming out on top Livingston chooses UK over G...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Zack Geoghegan for episode 116 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss five-star forward Chris Livingston's busy recruitment and why Kentucky is seen as the heavy favorite leading up to his commitment. Is this thing a done deal? Among the highlights: Recapping Shaedon Sharpe's commitment to Kentucky Why Sharpe is a "different" No. 1 prospect UK's recruiting momentum i...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 115 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Shaedon Sharpe's commitment to Kentucky and what it means for the program. Among the highlights: Kentucky gets its first No. 1 recruit since 2015 What does it mean for UK's recruiting efforts both immediately and in the distant future? What do you need to know about Shaedon Shar...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 114 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky picking up momentum with five-star forward Chris Livingston, along with Shaedon Sharpe's upcoming commitment date. Will UK land both? Among the highlights: Sharpe sets a commitment date, and Kentucky is seen as the heavy favorite The process is playing out as planned Ca...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 113 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky hosting two very important visitors in Cason Wallace and Shaedon Sharpe this weekend and just how soon the program can land its next commitment(s). Then, the duo closes out the show by breaking down UK's non-conference schedule. Among the highlights: UK hosts one schedu...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 112 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down the latest regarding Kentucky's recruiting efforts in the class of 2022. Among the highlights: Shaedon Sharpe is on commitment watch Adem Bona set to visit (and likely earn an offer) Cason Wallace or Nick Smith Jr.? Could both be on the table? Things are quiet with Dereck Liv...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 111 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Jalen Duren's commitment to Memphis and whether John Calipari made the right decision in passing on Kofi Cockburn, among other topics. Among the highlights: Duren commits to Memphis. Did UK make the right choice making a push for the five-star center? Kentucky's risk to turn dow...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Zack Geoghegan to discuss the latest in Kentucky's recruiting efforts in 2022 from Peach Jam and this week's NBPA Top 100 Camp. Who are UK's top targets? Is there a dream class in mind for the program? Could we see a commitment in the near future? Among the highlights: Top performers at Peach Jam and NBPA Top 100 Shaedon Sharpe is on commitment watch Cason Wallace a...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Kofi Cockburn's decision to return to Illinois and Kentucky's involvement throughout the star center's recruitment. Then, the Sources Say crew breaks down the latest on UK's chances to land Jalen Duren and why the staff remains confident despite growing skepticism among national sources. Among the highlights: Just how in...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Illinois star center Kofi Cockburn's scheduled decision on Friday and the latest on Kentucky's chances. Then, the Sources Say crew breaks down the latest on CJ Fredrick's minor surgery that will keep him out the majority of the summer (but won't impact his eligibility when the season begins). Among the highlights: Kofi C...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to break down Davion Mintz's decision to return to Kentucky and what it means for the program. They also discuss Kofi Cockburn's decision to enter the transfer portal and the chances UK gets involved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 106 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Jalen Duren's visit to Kentucky and UK's chances going into the final stretch of his recruitment. Among the topics: The No. 1 prospect in the nation visits Kentucky. Where do things stand? What happened during the visit? Handicapping the leaders Miami poses a threat, but what ab...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 105 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss the latest with five-star center Jalen Duren and Gov. Andy Beshear issuing an executive order on name, image and likeness in the state of Kentucky. What does it all mean? Among the highlights: Student-athletes in Kentucky can now make money from their name, image and likeness (a...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Reed Sheppard's impressive play this weekend at the Titans Rockets Summer Shootout in Shelbyville, Kentucky expressing early interest, coaches showing up to watch the four-star guard and why his recruitment may be the most polarizing of any during the John Calipari era in Lexington. Then, the Sources Say duo discusses Ke...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim and Zack Geoghegan discuss their trip to Las Vegas to watch some of Kentucky's top targets at the 2021 Pangos All-American Camp. Among the highlights: What's the deal with Jalen Duren? Is he seriously considering his college options? Does UK have a shot? Dereck Lively II is a future star (and a must-offer for Kentucky) Keyonte George and Anthony Black are two of Texas' top stars...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss the return of Keion Brooks Jr. for a junior year and the official departure of Isaiah Jackson, who declared for the draft on Friday. Among the highlights: What does Brooks' return mean for Kentucky? How did we get to this point? Jackson leaves for the draft (as expected) Is Davion Mintz coming back?  An update on the mov...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 101 to discuss Sahvir Wheeler's commitment to Kentucky and what it means for the program moving forward. Among the highlights:  Wheeler chooses UK over Kansas, LSU and Oklahoma State How did we get to this point? UK's momentum is back Kentucky gets the best playmaker in the SEC Wheeler and TyTy Washington will complemen...