Gov. Steve Beshear has proclaimed Friday as “Blue and Red Day” in honor
of the NCAA men’s tournament matchup between the University of Kentucky
Wildcats and the University of Louisville Cardinals.
“March Madness is truly living up to its name here in the Bluegrass
State,” Beshear said in a statement. “This Friday, intra-state rivals
UK and UofL are matching up to play one of the most anticipated games
of the NCAA tournament so far. In Kentucky, this means there will be
heated divide between fans of both teams – one that can pit neighbors,
friends and even families against each other. To honor the teams’
talents and fans’ passion, I’m proclaiming Friday as ‘Blue and Red Day’
in the Commonwealth. Best of luck to the Cats and the Cards on a great
game!”
Friday’s game will be the second time in three seasons that UK and UofL
have met in the NCAA tournament. In 2012, UK prevailed in the game and
went on to win the National Championship. The following year, UofL
came out on top, winning the 2013 National Championship.
UK enters the game with a record of 26-10, having defeated Kansas State
and Wichita State in their tournament run. Louisville has defeated
Manhattan and St. Louis in their tournament journey and will enter the
game with a 31-5 record.
Friday’s “Sweet Sixteen” matchup between UK and UofL is scheduled to air on CBS at 8:45 p.m. EDT.
