KSR 2026-03-25- KSR - Hour 1
Mar 25, 2026
Tech hiccups kick off a fast-paced show about Kentucky coaching moves and staff turnover. They break down a key assistant’s departure, a new player development hire, and fan reactions. The crew digs into a surprising athletic department restructuring and revenue plans. Calls focus on roster stability and who might return next season.
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Recruiting Questions After Jason Hart Leaves
- UK basketball faces coaching turnover and roster uncertainty after Jason Hart's departure to SMU and unclear recruiter effectiveness.
- Matt Jones and Drew Franklin debate whether Hart produced recruits or simply couldn't close deals under John Calipari's successor's staff.
Act Fast Before The Transfer Portal Opens
- Move quickly on staff changes and roster rebuilding because the transfer portal opens April 6 and players land fast.
- Matt Jones and Drew Franklin urge rapid hires so incoming assistants can recruit before the portal surge.
Inside UK’s ‘Come To Jesus’ Moment
- Matt Jones describes a recent cultural shift at UK athletics after losses and leadership change, calling it a 'come to Jesus' moment.
- He says internal conversations indicate willingness to abandon old approaches and try a new era beyond Mitch Barnhart's methods.