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Michael Kidd-Gilchrist reflects on Hall of Fame induction at UK

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Michael Kidd-Gilchrist reflects on Hall of Fame induction at UK
Summary

Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, a former Kentucky basketball player, was inducted into the UK Athletics Hall of Fame on September 25, 2026. His journey included overcoming a stutter with help from a speech language pathologist at the university. As a member of the Wildcats' 2011-12 national championship team, he averaged 11.9 points and 7.4 rebounds per game. Kidd-Gilchrist emphasized the importance of being a role model for kids facing similar challenges. He was among six inductees honored this year alongside other notable alumni from various sports.

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  • •Kidd-Gilchrist inducted into UK Athletics Hall of Fame on September 25.
  • •Faced stuttering, received help from Meg Shake during college.
  • •Key player on the 2011-12 national championship team.
  • •Averaged 11.9 points, 7.4 rebounds for Kentucky.
  • •Kidd-Gilchrist aims to inspire kids facing speech challenges.
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  • 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky great Michael Kidd-Gilchrist wants 'kids like me to feel appreciated'
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Michael Kidd-Gilchrist has dealt with stuttering his whole life. Now a UK Athletics Hall of Fame inductee, he wants to keep making a difference.

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