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Kentucky basketball begins summer practices with new athletic director J Batt

On3.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Kentucky basketball begins summer practices with new athletic director J Batt

Summary

Kentucky's summer men's basketball practice kicked off recently, marking an important milestone under the guidance of newly appointed athletic director J Batt. Monday saw initial conversations with Batt, who took on this role just prior to the practice sessions. As the team prepares for the upcoming season, this period serves as a critical phase for player development and coaching strategies. The focus now shifts to how Batt's leadership will influence the program moving forward.

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Key Details

•Kentucky men's basketball practice began this summer.
•J Batt recently appointed as the new athletic director.
•Initial conversations with Batt occurred before practice started.
•Focus is on player development and coaching strategies.
•Next steps include assessing team dynamics and progress.

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12:30 PMOn3.com — KSR Today: First Impressions of J Batt, First Kentucky Basketball Practice Report - On3

What they're saying

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Today on KSR, we're recapping a busy Monday, which included our first conversations with Kentucky's new athletic director J Batt and the first summer men's basketball practice.
— On3.comby Tyler Thompson

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