J Batt commits to supporting Kentucky Basketball as new athletic director
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 1:32 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
J Batt met with the Kentucky Basketball team on June 16, 2026, after being appointed the new athletic director. Batt stressed his commitment to the program's championship standard and vowed to be the team's biggest supporter. He aims to provide the necessary resources for success, indicating basketball will remain a top priority alongside football. Batt's predecessor, Mitch Barnhart, also prioritized basketball, and Batt intends to continue that approach, aiming to foster the program's growth and excellence.
- •J Batt officially met the men's basketball team on June 16, 2026.
- •He expressed a focus on maintaining Kentucky's championship standard.
- •Batt emphasized his support and availability to the players.
- •Mitch Barnhart, Batt's predecessor, also prioritized basketball.
- •Batt believes success in both football and basketball is attainable.
- 1:32 PMYahoo Sports — J Batt meets the Kentucky Basketball team: “I’m going to be your biggest fan”
"J Batt will prioritize Kentucky Basketball and wants to continue to meet the standard in Lexington.
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