Michael Kidd-Gilchrist heads 2026 UK Athletics Hall of Fame class
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 10:40 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The 2026 UK Athletics Hall of Fame class includes Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, Leah Edmond, Patty Jo Hedges-Ward, Paul Calhoun, Tim Duckworth, and Asia Seidt. Kidd-Gilchrist, a national champion during his single season at Kentucky, averaged nearly 12 points and seven rebounds. Edmond, a standout volleyball player, recorded a school record of 1,978 kills and earned two SEC Player of the Year titles. The induction ceremony is scheduled for September 25th and 26th.
- •Michael Kidd-Gilchrist was a key player in Kentucky's 2011-2012 championship team.
- •Leah Edmond achieved two SEC Player of the Year honors during her career.
- •Induction ceremony will take place September 25th and 26th.
- •Class includes members from women's basketball, football, and track and field.
- •All new members were announced by UK Athletics on June 26, 2026.
- 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Wildcats News: 2026 UK Athletics Hall of Fame Class
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