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Darryl
08-23-2012, 08:58 PM
So many.......Cal being hired was obviously so important but how about since then. Mine, in order:

1. "The Coronation is complete" So emotional, thinking of family members lost who loved the Cats. Knowing what it meant to Cal,
despite the amount of down playing he had shown all week

2. UK bus drives through Lexington from the airport. Fans everywhere, then watching it arrive at Rupp. The banner being unfurled
Goosebumps every time I watch it

3. Anthony Davis and the best collegiate season ever. Others may disagree, but there really is no argument

4. 2000th win and the celebration. A night that will stand forever. No other college team can ever say they reached 2000 wins first

5. Davis spectacular lob dunk finishes UL in New Orleans. Had UL beaten us, it would stand as our worst loss ever

6. UK beats NCAA nemesis #1 Ohio State in sweet 16; Harrelson tatooes Sullinger in a clear "don't mess with us' message. Nance yells
out "Craft races down the floor, Ohio State's season on the line.......UK pulls the monster upset"

7. Liggins sinks dagger 3 from the corner versus hated UNC in Elite 8, then blocks Marshall. Cal kisses him on top of the head as Cal's
dad cheers from the stands

8. Wall goes #1, 5 Cats in 1st round for 1st time ever establishes Kentucky as the Clear "it" program

9. Cousins FG ties Miss State in dramatic SEC final game; loudest arena I've ever heard as Cats rush down the court to mob Demarcus

10. Anthony Davis goes #1, MKG #2 in draft for only time 2 teammates go #1 and #2. Great kids

11. Davis blocks Henson as Cats beat UNC

12. Wall commits to UK May 19, 2009 to wrap up a recruiting class for the ages (at the time). A new era is clearly on its way

13. 2010 #1 Recruit Brandon Knight and 2011 #1 recruit Michael Gilchrist commit to UK hours apart on ESPN on April 14, 2010

14. Wall/Cousins both named 1st team AP All American, only 2 frosh teammates ever

15. Knight makes shot with 2 seconds left to beat Princeton in NCAA 1st round.

So many memories in only 3.5 years. I am looking forward to so many more

Darryl

badrose
08-23-2012, 09:08 PM
Terrific list. Can't say that I'd change anything. The only thing that comes to mind is the revenge win against Indiana, going 35 for 37 at the free throw line. Don't know where I'd put that.

natedogstx
08-23-2012, 09:11 PM
great list Darryl. can't argue with that. #1, can only imagine. in terms of pure adrenaline rush:

1. knight beats osu
2. wall beats uconn in the garden
3. cats out gun the hoosiers in the sweet sixteen
4. cats find a way to beat msu in 2010 x 2 (sec tourney, was sitting in nose bleeds, & regular season)
5. big brother flexes muscle in nawlins against the cards

Darryl
08-23-2012, 09:31 PM
My son agrees with you guys. He said I HAD to put the IU win on there somewhere.

Darryl

thedeerehunter
08-24-2012, 07:58 AM
I'd also add the Miami of Ohio game at Rupp in 09-10, Wall's first game. Miami had just tied the game with a deep three. With 5 seconds left Wall races down the court, crosses up his defender, and nails a 15 foot step-back dagger to win the game. The John Wall era was born.

I remember exclaiming "BALLGAME!!!" before the ball even left his fingertips. I knew that shot was going in, and Rupp went nuts.

UKFlounder
08-24-2012, 08:45 AM
Davis making the KU player travel when he went out to block a shot in the championship game. I don't remember who the Kansas player was but that was so symbolic of AD's impact on games, and he didn't even get credit for a block on that one.

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 08:50 AM
Davis making the KU player travel when he went out to block a shot in the championship game. I don't remember who the Kansas player was but that was so symbolic of AD's impact on games, and he didn't even get credit for a block on that one.

If you didn't know before, you knew then. Kentucky--and Anthony Davis--had imposed its will, and it could not be stopped. Futility at its finest. Clinched the title late.

Yay--here's a short video clip of that moment to relive.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zGpcE0G2uM

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 08:56 AM
I'd also add the Miami of Ohio game at Rupp in 09-10, Wall's first game. Miami had just tied the game with a deep three. With 5 seconds left Wall races down the court, crosses up his defender, and nails a 15 foot step-back dagger to win the game. The John Wall era was born.

I remember exclaiming "BALLGAME!!!" before the ball even left his fingertips. I knew that shot was going in, and Rupp went nuts.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqEyGD-zUWA

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 09:00 AM
great list Darryl. can't argue with that. #1, can only imagine. in terms of pure adrenaline rush:

1. knight beats osu



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CsSSPbI0ic

Darryl
08-24-2012, 09:01 AM
If you didn't know before, you knew then. Kentucky--and Anthony Davis--had imposed its will, and it could not be stopped. Futility at its finest. Clinched the title late.

Yay--here's a short video clip of that moment to relive.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zGpcE0G2uM

Darrell, would it be possible to attach a link for more of those top moments. It would be a
great way to relive these super memories.

Thanks, Darryl

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 09:03 AM
So many.......Cal being hired was obviously so important but how about since then. Mine, in order:

9. Cousins FG ties Miss State in dramatic SEC final game; loudest arena I've ever heard as Cats rush down the court to mob Demarcus


Darryl

My favorite all-time "in person" moment. Had the best seat ever for that shot, just behind the cheerleaders literally a few feet away under the basket. I have chill bumps reliving the moment.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgWWmktsJQw

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 09:05 AM
5. Davis spectacular lob dunk finishes UL in New Orleans. Had UL beaten us, it would stand as our worst loss ever

Darryl


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfd0QayuXqE

Darryl
08-24-2012, 09:06 AM
Darrell, you are the best. This is going to make my work day way more fun.

Darryl

Darryl
08-24-2012, 09:08 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfd0QayuXqE

By the way, this play is the single most spectacular play I have ever seen in a Final 4 game.
Beats the Grant Hill catch and dunk from the 1991 Final 4 game.

Darryl

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 09:08 AM
2. UK bus drives through Lexington from the airport. Fans everywhere, then watching it arrive at Rupp. The banner being unfurled
Goosebumps every time I watch it


Darryl

Not the drive to Rupp, but this does a pretty darn good job otherwise of sharing the excitement.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qrju0DFmnI

UKFlounder
08-24-2012, 09:08 AM
Ditto.


Darrell, you are the best. This is going to make my work day way more fun.

Darryl

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 09:11 AM
Harrelson tatooes Sullinger in a clear "don't mess with us' message.
Darryl


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xg9QEtvxdq4

Darryl
08-24-2012, 09:12 AM
Not the drive to Rupp, but this does a pretty darn good job otherwise of sharing the excitement.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qrju0DFmnI

Wow!!! I may have to check into a hospital today. Sensory overload.

Darryl

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 09:14 AM
7. Liggins sinks dagger 3 from the corner versus hated UNC in Elite 8, then blocks Marshall. Cal kisses him on top of the head as Cal's
dad cheers from the stands

Darryl

Here's the 3 from inside the arena. Not the greatest, but helps live the moment with actual crowd noise (and I've seen plenty of games from about this vantage point, too!)


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-tN2GOIGdqc

Darryl
08-24-2012, 09:15 AM
You know, that is not a bad list I compiled....:)

Darryl

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 09:16 AM
7. Liggins sinks dagger 3 from the corner versus hated UNC in Elite 8, then blocks Marshall. Cal kisses him on top of the head as Cal's
dad cheers from the stands
Darryl

Here's the block and the 3.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMGfxyKvnSA

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 09:18 AM
7. Liggins sinks dagger 3 from the corner versus hated UNC in Elite 8, then blocks Marshall. Cal kisses him on top of the head as Cal's
dad cheers from the stands
Darryl

And the kiss and Cal's Dad. Great moment, Darryl.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztspGZ7wASI

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 09:24 AM
11. Davis blocks Henson as Cats beat UNC

Darryl


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MmALZKSnJ0

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 09:25 AM
You know, that is not a bad list I compiled....:)

Darryl

I'd say not. :)

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 09:28 AM
Tried to find the Brandon Knight layup v Princeton, but have run into several "removed by User" claims. May look a little later; sure it's available.

Darryl
08-24-2012, 09:31 AM
Tried to find the Brandon Knight layup v Princeton, but have run into several "removed by User" claims. May look a little later; sure it's available.

This thread will need to be re-watched later with a glass of Wild Turkey/water close by.

Darryl

MickintheHam
08-24-2012, 10:32 AM
This thread will need to be re-watched later with a glass of Wild Turkey/water close by.

Darryl

I've got a new bottle of 101 I just opened last night. If you want to drop by the house we can connect these clips to the big screen and make ourselves deliriously happy!!

thedeerehunter
08-24-2012, 11:34 AM
Darrell is an embeddin' fool. Thanks bro, havin a ball reliving all these highlights.

millsforthree
08-24-2012, 11:40 AM
The 2010 SEC Tourney final was sweet revenge for "call me."

Darrell KSR
08-24-2012, 01:49 PM
Darrell is an embeddin' fool. Thanks bro, havin a ball reliving all these highlights.

Thank Darryl for all of the moments/games/memories thread; it was a doozy. I do enjoy the video embedding function; just makes it more convenient for everyone and really cool to use.

chroix
08-25-2012, 08:19 AM
This thread is the best, nice job all around.

Maybe not on the greatest moments list, but the come back win at Starkville this year was an especially sweet game for me.

bigsky
08-25-2012, 09:05 AM
I'd say "watchin the door" but it's really, "Cal being introduced as head coach".

Darryl
08-25-2012, 10:10 AM
I am giving this thread a high rating because of Darrell's work....not mine.

Darryl

jazyd
08-25-2012, 01:11 PM
Wall blocking the Vandy player to insure the win after being faked out the previous trip.

Not dramatic but Cousins steal, drive from 3/4 court, behind the back dribble and dunk. loved and can still see it in my mind.

Teague setting the stage at the beginning of each game in the FF to make UL and KU honest and respect him, then letting his teammates take over from there.

Beating IU in Atlanta, huge win.

Being at Starkville twice and seeing the Cats steal victories from stansbury.

goggles up, love that symbol

jazyd
08-25-2012, 01:16 PM
This MUST be pinned to the top of the board.

BudCat_upthecreek
08-25-2012, 02:14 PM
Great Thread.......Little advice to Mick & Darrell....that bottle of 101 will make your heads hurt in the morning & I do remember that WELL.

Darryl
08-28-2012, 12:54 PM
This video of the Cats fans celebrating the end of the game shot from the Tin roof is great:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdqH51fRFcY&feature=related

Darryl

Darryl
08-28-2012, 12:56 PM
Here is a video shot from the floor when Knight beat Ohio State:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYE2N2rsbck&feature=related

Darryl

Darryl
08-28-2012, 12:59 PM
Great video of the UK celebration following the title:



http://vimeo.com/41012322

Darryl

Darryl
08-28-2012, 01:02 PM
To top it off, the 10 minute video of the Calipari era:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YolHt743XUs

Darryl

Darryl
08-28-2012, 02:24 PM
Was it not cute how the national media all were so concerned we were pulling the plug on BCG too quickly, and that we should listen to their sage advice?

Maybe next time, guys.

Darryl

TonyRay
08-28-2012, 05:27 PM
Wall blocking the Vandy player to insure the win after being faked out the previous trip.

Not dramatic but Cousins steal, drive from 3/4 court, behind the back dribble and dunk. loved and can still see it in my mind.



Teague setting the stage at the beginning of each game in the FF to make UL and KU honest and respect him, then letting his teammates take over from there.

Beating IU in Atlanta, huge win.

Being at Starkville twice and seeing the Cats steal victories from stansbury.

goggles up, love that symbol



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjoRoqKexYI

BarristerCat
08-28-2012, 07:44 PM
My favorite all-time "in person" moment. Had the best seat ever for that shot, just behind the cheerleaders literally a few feet away under the basket. I have chill bumps reliving the moment.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgWWmktsJQw

I have no complaints with Darryl's list, but on my personal list I would have this moment a little higher just because I was there with my dad and it was such an electric moment to see live.

I'd also have to put beating IU in the Tourney run in there somewhere. Jorts going off on UofL in the chicken shack would get an honorable mention.

blueboss
08-28-2012, 07:57 PM
The put back against MSU in SEC tourney to go OT with Cousins popping up from under the scorers table with a bloody nose, Josh's entire senior year, and 4-0 against OTIS ain't hurting nothing either. Finally "THE BLOCK"

Darryl
08-28-2012, 10:23 PM
The 2000 Win closing seconds:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=viSLwFoSD7U

Darryl

Darryl
08-28-2012, 10:25 PM
Here is another view of the team arriving in Rupp after the title. My goodness, the noise....


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUzkyW4_PK4&feature=related

Darryl

Darryl
08-28-2012, 10:30 PM
Lots more goosebumps, as the National Championship banner is unfurled:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbvrORr2mXw

Darryl

Darryl
08-28-2012, 10:34 PM
MKG is picked #2 and it is the first time teammates were ever picked #1 and #2 in the draft:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ir-rSrciIMY

Darryl

Darryl
08-30-2012, 06:41 PM
5 Wildcats drafted in 1st round of 2010 NBA draft; only team ever:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XfwucYH8bpE&feature=related

Darryl

Darryl
08-30-2012, 06:46 PM
John Wall commits to Kentucky:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmQuxvPItqc

Darryl

NotThatSissyBlue
10-21-2012, 08:07 PM
The "goosebump" thread.

jdorgs80
11-18-2015, 08:32 PM
Great lists and memories on here. For me, it's a much forgotten moment but the save by Terrance Jones towards end of title game at mid court when KU was making a run. This helped propel us to victory and is often overlooked.

jdorgs80
11-18-2015, 08:37 PM
Great lists and memories on here. For me, it's a much forgotten moment but the save by Terrance Jones towards end of title game at mid court when KU was making a run. This helped propel us to victory and is often overlooked.

UKFlounder
11-20-2015, 08:52 AM
The past week or so belongs on here, with the commitments and defeating Duke. Perhaps the whining from Arkansas belongs too