SB Nation User Blog: Secretariat

New John Wall shirts

Secretariat — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:06:37 -0000

New John Wall shirts

I love this kid!

Would Wall's shot merit a "Golden Spike?"

Secretariat — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:56:22 -0000

On his official website, Coach Cal has a "Golden Spike" section where he discusses the spikes in the floor @ Memorial Coliseum and mentions possibly driving a few into the floor at Rupp.

The name "Golden Spike" is derived from the legendary nails, or "spikes," that were part of the old floors at Alumni Gym and Memorial Coliseum. The spikes represented significant shots in UK history...Some day I would like to see a GOLDEN SPIKE driven into the floor at Rupp Arena for something fantastic that one of our Wildcats accomplishes on the floor in our storied building.

So what does everyone think? Would Wall's jumper qualify? Arguments against include that it was an early season game against a small-name opponent and that it was an early season game with little-to-no impact on postseason play. On the other hand, this may be the shot that truly signifies the beginning of big things for both Wall and our Wildcats. I have a distinct feeling that it will be one of those "I remember where I was when..." shots (sort of the anti-Laettner shot). Also, IF (and this is a HUGE if) the Cats were to make it through the rest of the season undefeated, we may look back and realize that this shot may have been a season-changer in more ways than we realize now. Besides, for a kid who is likely going to make dozens of game-winning shots at UK and in the league, this is where we saw it first. So what does everyone think? Will we still be talking about this shot with our kids and grandkids? Would it merit a "Golden Spike?"

Poll

Would John Wall's game-winning shot against the Miami (OH) Redhawks merit a golden spike in the floor of Rupp Arena?

"The Krebs Effect" shirts

Secretariat — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 05:20:58 -0000

"The Krebs Effect" shirts

Showing some love to one of the less-celebrated (but still pivotal) players on the team!

Boycott Tipton!

Secretariat — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:54:49 -0000

Boycott Tipton!

Get your "Boycott Tipton" shirt here and have your voice heard in Lexington!

"Camp Calipari" shirts

Secretariat — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 07:06:42 -0000

"Camp Calipari" shirts

Were you there? Let people know!

"L"osers and Porcini's shirts now available

Secretariat — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 08:15:15 -0000

"L"osers and Porcini's shirts now available

New designs keep rolling in...don't know if it's too late to get the "L is for Losers" shirt before the Governor's Cup game, though.

Cousins "Cut Your Throat" shirt

Secretariat — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 08:55:33 -0000

Cousins "Cut Your Throat" shirt

It's about the 3rd one down...some Wall shirts on the 4th or 5th page, too! Not too sure how well this comment will be taken...

Wow, shirts like this are gonna make the UL game interesting

Secretariat — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 07:00:23 -0000

Wow, shirts like this are gonna make the UL game interesting

...and there's another one here: http://kentuckybasketball.spreadshirt.com/us/US/Shop/Article/Index/article/Karen-SypherPriceless-4541860

Should be a tough year on the road for the Cards...

Now that the roster is set- Player number shirts available

Secretariat — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 04:23:37 -0000

Now that the roster is set- Player number shirts available

Holdovers from last year were already up, but now the new incoming class has shirts, too.

More Kentucky Basketball Shirts Added

Secretariat — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:14:43 -0000

More Kentucky Basketball Shirts Added

I especially like the one "The Stars Have Aligned"