Amid reports that his relationship with John Calipari is at an all-time low, Mitch Barnhart did something he hasn’t done in years: called Kentucky Sports Radio to clear the air. Barnhart covered several topics during his 18-minute conversation with Matt Jones, ranging from his relationship with Calipari, the state of the basketball program, his handling of Calipari’s “basketball school” comments last summer, and Calipari’s request for a new practice facility. We’ll be rolling out coverage all afternoon, but let’s start with the biggest takeaway: how he and Cal are doing.
Barnhart dismissed the notion that he and Calipari are on the outs, telling Matt that although the two are not best friends, they still have a good working relationship.