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How to follow the Kentucky baseball vs. Belmont series: Series preview

The Bat Cats are back in action today through Sunday. No TV coverage though, so find out how you can follow along inside.
ByDrew Holbrook|
Jun 19, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Johnny Hummel (49) and pitcher Cameron O'Brien (10) and teammates gather after the loss against the Florida Gators at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images
Jun 19, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Johnny Hummel (49) and pitcher Cameron O'Brien (10) and teammates gather after the loss against the Florida Gators at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images | Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

After navigating challenging weather conditions that led to alterations in two of their first four games (rescheduled game with Morehead State, cancelled game with Lipscomb), the No. 23 Kentucky Wildcats are set to face the Belmont Bruins in a weekend series in Nashville, TN. The series kicks off on Friday, February 21st, 2025, at E.S. Rose Park.

Series Schedule:

  • Friday, February 21: 5 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. CT Probable Starters:Kentucky: RHP Nic McCayBelmont: RHP Will Pryor Radio: UK Sports Network, UKathletics.com (98.5 FM Lexington)
  • Saturday, February 22: 2 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. CT Probable Starters:Kentucky: LHP Ben CleaverBelmont: RHP Joe Ruzicka Radio: UK Sports Network, UKathletics.com (98.5 FM Lexington)
  • Sunday, February 23: 2 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. CT Probable Starters:Kentucky: LHP Ethan WalkerBelmont: RHP Jake Timbes Radio: UK Sports Network, UKathletics.com (98.5 FM Lexington)

How to Follow the Series:

There is no TV coverage available for this series, though highlights will be available on UK's social media platforms.

  • Radio Broadcast: All three games will be broadcast live on the UK Sports Network, with Andrew Kappes providing play-by-play commentary. Fans can tune in via 98.5 FM in Lexington or stream online at UKathletics.com.
  • Live Stats: Real-time statistics for each game will be available through Belmont's StatBroadcast platform.
  • Social Media Updates: For in-game updates, fans can follow the official Kentucky baseball social media accounts and the UK Sports Network's platforms.

Weather Forecast:

Fans attending the games should prepare for cold temperatures, especially on Friday (high of 35, low of 11) and Saturday(high 46, low 23). Dressing in layers and bringing appropriate cold-weather gear is advisable.

Team Performance Recap:

The Wildcats (1-1) began their season with a doubleheader against Lipscomb, securing an 11-0 victory in the opener but falling 3-1 in the second game. Senior Cole Hage led the offense with five hits across both games, while junior Luke Lawrence and senior Patrick Herrera each contributed three RBIs.

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