Mark Stoops reset the culture of Kentucky football. He brought toughness, physicality, and grit at a time when the program desperately needed all three. More than that, the high points of his tenure here fostered belief. Streaks ended. Bowls won. Standards risen. Under his leadership, Kentucky became a program that, at our best, could compete with anyone.
I’ll remember his era as one defined by competitiveness and genuine excitement. I was in the stands for much of it, and saw with my own eyes the energy around our state and inside Kroger Field on gameday when Kentucky football was right. For a long stretch, Coach Stoops made it right. I am personally grateful to Mark for everything he has dedicated to this program over the last 13 years.
Recent seasons have been disappointing. The combination of factors required to win at the highest level of college football has shifted dramatically.
For Kentucky football to take the next step, it’s time for the next chapter.
Let’s go make it happen.
🚨BREAKING: Erika Kirk has a MESSAGE for ALL of the MEN around the world watching.
"To all of the men watching around the world, accept Charlie's challenge, and embrace true manhood."
"Be strong and courageous for your families. Love your wives and lead them. Love your children and protect them. Be the spiritual head of your home. But please be a leader worth following."
"Your wife is not your servant. Your wife is not your employee. Your wife is not your slave. She is your helper. You are not rivals. You are one flesh working together for the glory of god."
History has been made here at the Fargodome!
Jordyn Raney is the FIRST Junior Boys national champion in Kentucky history!
Junior Boys 138: Jordyn Raney (KY) Dec. Kellen Wolbert (WI), 19-14 #Fargo2025
First Junior champion in any style for Kentucky.