University of Kentucky - Kentuckian Yearbook (Lexington, KY)

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Va........... t e . CONT. FROM PG 3 Wildcats for a national title. When the polls affirmed the Cat's number one ranking, the fans started dreaming of an undefeated season and making arrangements For the trip to St. Louis in March for the NCAA Finals. Alabama played the spoiler and ended the undefeated season hope in January. LSU toppled UK from number one to number three in the polls following a 95-94 loss. But the Wildcats bounced back to defend the number one ranking and continued their battle for the NCAA crown. It was ironic that, while everyone was enjoying the Wildcats' success and nostalgically comparing them to other great UK teams, the man who built UK'S winning tradition died. Adolph Rupp, the Baron , lost his battle with cancer at the age of 76. Known for his sense of humor, his sharp tongue, lucky brown suit, and his mastery of basketball, Rupp was probably the most colorful coach in college history. He was also the most successful. In 42 years of coaching, he compiled an incredible record of 878 victories and 190 losses, and he never had a losing season. Adolph Rupp was and probably always will be the greatest coach of them all. The windows of King Library provide an interesting frame for a view of the Classroom Building. During the spring, campus becomes a favorite place for students to exercise their dogs. This little puppy thanks his master for a muth needed rest as they cross the bridge over the construction trench running from Funkhauser to the library. Around December and January, it seems like spring will never get here. But it finally arrives in all its glory. Here, Susan Strausbcrg, a graduate student, gives in to a litle spring fever, as she and a friend enjoy the surroundings of the Botanical Gardens. Winter snow and ice caused Lexington's traffic situation to become even worse, as cars were forced to create their own lanes. The weather also made pedestrian travel difficult, and same chose to walk in the streets instead of on icy sidewalks. Release f TAYLOR , xmhh-mmi

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It was a year of changes at UK e a year that saw traditions existing side by side with progress. Construction marred the campus for much of the year, but Old Blue still toured UK, and the bells of Memorial Hall still rang Faithfully every hour. In this region where traditions are strong, the University carried on its tradition of excellent athletes and winning teams. The football squad surpassed everyone's expectations by emerging with its best season in 25 years. Blue Mania swept the commonwealth, and for the second consecutive year, every home ballgame was sold out. The Wildcats finished the season with a 10-1 record, and established themselves as a national football power by attaining a sixth place finish in the national polls. The Cats also placed Art Still in the ranks of the All-American team, and Still, along with Derrick Ramsey, Dallas Owens, Tom Dornbrook, and Mike Siganos, was elected to the All-Conference team. The only dark spot of the season was the NCAA probation for recruiting violations, making the team ineligible for a bowl bid. But winning lessened the sting of the probation, and the season ended on a wait 'til next year note. The fans enthusiasm for the Blue and White never wavered, it simply moved from football season into basketball. Even before pre-season polls were announced, the state looked to the The Wildcat Marching Band performs during halftime at some of Kentucky's home games. Here Drum Major, Mike Williams provides an enthusiastic ending of the halftime show. UK's James Lee and Mike Doyle of South Carolina practice a ballet tum in pursuit of the basketball during a Dec. 12 game at Rupp Arena. Art Still accepts congratulations from fellow Kentucky teammates after UK defeated Tennessee, 21-17. Kirby Morris and Steve Green get the crowd fired up by taking the Kentucky-Tennessee barrel around the field after it was won by UK for the second year in a row. Sgirit INTRODUCTION - 3

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