Blue vs. Red

We are now less than 24 hours away from not only the biggest match-up in Kentucky/Louisville history, but the biggest game of this season. The Cats are 2 games from the 8th title in this program's illustrious history. Kentucky has the series lead at a 29 to 14 advantage, winning the last 3. One may ask, why haven't the teams met more? The answer is that the two first met in 1913 but there were no games between 1922 and 1948 or from 1959 to1983. This rivalry has a different meaning than let's say North Carolina and Duke. In the state of North Carolina you have schools besides the two blue bloods like NC State, Wake Forest, and a host of other smaller schools that actually contend among the basketball world. In Kentucky, it is either Blue or Red. Just being honest, the majority of this state cheers for the Cats and even the city of Louisville is said to be at a ratio of around 65/35 in favor of the Cards. When it comes down to it, we are all Kentuckians at heart but on game day, things change.

Let me just drop it to you simply:

Blue vs. Red

State vs. City

15 Final Fours vs. 9 Final Fours

7 Championships vs. 2 Championships

Calipari vs. Pitino

Coaches: John Calipari and Rick Pitino

Now, kick back and rest all day Saturday, you're going to need it. This could go down as one of the greatest tournament games of all time. Or, it could just be a feast for the Cats as they pounce on the birds, either way enjoy!