Ncaa in Lexington?

[Touchdown Kentucky]

Is KY allowed to play in Rupp in tourney? I know in the past it wasn't allowed but I saw someone post if UK plays well enough they could be selected to play there.
If not, where do most see UK playing first 2 rounds?

 

[UKWildcats1987]

I didn't think we could play at Rupp.

And we are so far away don't even know the places we can play.

 

[RogerIndy]

Interesting that in other sports, baseball, softball, volleyball, the host school plays the opening round((s) at home. In fact, this year, our baseball team played the first two weekends, regional and super regional at home before going to Omaha for the College World Series (final 8),

 

[BigE_44]

Interesting that in other sports, baseball, softball, volleyball, the host school plays the opening round((s) at home. In fact, this year, our baseball team played the first two weekends, regional and super regional at home before going to Omaha for the College World Series (final 8),

We have played tournament games in Lexington within most posters lifetimes. 1984 would be the most recent, beat Illinois to go to the final 4. Schools stopped being able to host around that time iirc.

 

[rick64]

We all know the big blue mist will get in the NCAAT especially if they’re playing within a reasonable driving distance. So Indy, Louisville, Nashville, Cincinnati, etc. UK fans will dominate.

 

[Ugoff]

Every hater after opening this thread....

 

[HerrosHeroes]

Every hater after opening this thread....

Heck, I was concerned….

 

[JonathanW]

Interesting that in other sports, baseball, softball, volleyball, the host school plays the opening round((s) at home. In fact, this year, our baseball team played the first two weekends, regional and super regional at home before going to Omaha for the College World Series (final 8),

Only in sports that need help drawing fans to their games. Not applicable for the Men's NCAA-T.
I remember when in the 80's every year UT would have the Women's Regionals in Knoxville and my Hilltoppers would have to go there to try and make the F4.

 

[bthaunert]

I believe the rule is if you play more than 6 games in an arena, then you cannot host in said arena. Perfect example of that is Villanova. They will play 6 or less games in the 76ers arena in years the ncaa tournament is in Philly to make sure they are eligible to play there.