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Key Story for the SEC; The Rift between Cal & the Fans (ESPN)

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The rift between fans and John Calipari continues

When Calipari stepped onto the stage at Big Blue Madness in Lexington in October, he didn't get the cheers he's accustomed to hearing. Things have changed. Two years ago, he recorded one of the worst seasons (9-16) in school history. Last year, the Wildcats lost to Saint Peter's in the opening round of the NCAA tournament. A public spat with football coach Mark Stoops this summer didn't help his cause. Kentucky, led by Wooden Award winner Oscar Tshiebwe, has losses to Michigan State, Gonzaga, UCLA and Missouri. Calipari has a lifetime contract with the school, but the public reaction from his passionate fan base will be the story of the SEC if he can't put together a winning streak soon and find success once again in the postseason.
 
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