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