It’s not exactly a bake sale or a car wash, but Kentucky women’s basketball has been doing some fund raising of sorts trying to offset the cost of its international tour this summer.
In a letter sent out to fans and boosters this month, Matthew Mitchell sought donations for the Cats’ upcoming trip to Italy in August.
“For this trip to be a successful, we need your help financially sponsoring our players on this journey,” the Kentucky coach wrote in the letter discussing the UK women’s first foreign tour in 17 years.
“An ALL-IN sponsorship from you would be a $5,000 gift, which would cover 100% of one player’s trip!