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Mark Pope Named Kentucky's 23Rd Head Coach, Replacing John Calipari

BYU head coach Mark Pope watches during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Kansas Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024, in Lawrence, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Mark Pope, a former captain of Kentucky's 1996 National Championship team, has been named as the 23rd head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats basketball program. The 51-year-old coach brings a wealth of experience, having served as a head coach for nine years at BYU and Utah Valley, where he amassed a career record of 187-108.

Pope's coaching style is characterized by a dynamic up-tempo offense and a strong emphasis on defense. He has led his teams to six postseason appearances, including two trips to the NCAA Tournament. Despite his success, Pope has yet to secure an NCAA Tournament victory as a head coach.

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