The Kentucky coach turned, then grimmaced and dropped his arms in a manner that suggested mock resignation.

Newton understood the hoopla then, but he doesn't understand what the big deal is with Smith's being named the Kentucky coach.

He wants to be here, be the Kentucky coach.

It was the 400th career victory for the Kentucky coach, Eddie Sutton.

However, several people who know the Kentucky coach said they believed he might wait to see if Orlando shows any interest in him.

Newton said pressure on the Kentucky coach was race-blind.

Rupp, the legendary Kentucky coach, had 875 victories over 41 seasons.

For one last day yesterday, he was still the Kentucky coach, with a 218-50 record, and three Final Four appearances.

Tubby Smith, the Kentucky coach, knew that his team survived a formidable challenge.

The fact that there will most certainly be a new Kentucky coach should send land values soaring in the Bluegrass region.