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Kentucky Basketball: A Farewell to The Seniors

By Jared DeRossett

Sep 15, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Mychal Mulder (11) guard Dominique Hawkins (25) and forward Derek Willis (35) during Kentucky media day at Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 15, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Mychal Mulder (11) guard Dominique Hawkins (25) and forward Derek Willis (35) during Kentucky media day at Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dominique Hawkins
Mar 12, 2017; Nashville, TN, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Dominique Hawkins (25) looks to pass the ball defended by Arkansas Razorbacks forward Trey Thompson (1) during the first half during the SEC Conference Tournament at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports /

Dominique Hawkins

Richmond, Kentucky

Homegrown

There are a number of seniors that have come through in the Calipari Era. Dominique’s progression has been my personal favorite to follow. The 2013 Kentucky Mr. Basketball from Madison Central, Hawkins had the potential to go play college ball elsewhere. He chose to stay and play a vital role as hard-nosed defender.

More than Just a Defender

By deciding to stay in-state and represent the state of Kentucky, Dominique has become a household name if you’re a Kentucky fan. His growth as a player and as a leader has allowed to become a more versatile player. He is much more than just an elite defender. Evident in this year’s postseason, he always a got us a bucket when it seemed as if Kentucky’s offense was stalling.

Whether it be a floater or now the ability to knock down the open three, Dominique has  a legit opportunity to make it to the league. While he will probably go undrafted, his work ethic and personality will hopefully get him a summer league roster spot.

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