Big Blue Madness 2025: Live Updates
Kentucky kicks off basketball season with the annual Big Blue Madness, and the "BBN Tonight" crew provides updates as the evening unfolds.
The Wildcats started the 2025 season Saturday night with a sold-out Rupp Arena, featuring the men's and women's programs.
- The day began with the "BBN United Fan Fest" at the Central Bank Center.
- Mark Pope, Kenny Brooks, and team members attended the event.
- Former head coach Tubby Smith and multiple former Wildcats made appearances.
A quick recap of #BBN, @KentuckyMBB & @KentuckyWBB at Fan Fest today! We’ll have more from Big Blue Madness at 11 on @LEX18News
Coach Pope analyzed game film, while Coach Brooks participated in a panel with Tubby Smith.
Author's summary: Kentucky starts basketball season.