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Big Blue Brew 7/2: The Bowerman Award Semifinalist: Makarawu

Carlie Makarawu was named a semifinalist for The Bowerman.

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Big Blue Brew Crew
July 02, 2025

🔵The Official Daily Newsletter For Kentucky Athletics

Good Morning, Cats. We are on the tips of our toes to see if Carlie Makarawu becomes a finalist for a prestigious award.

What all do we have stirring in today’s Brew? Check It Out Below!

⚾️ Stealing bases
👟 Semifinalist
🔵 And much, much more!

Coach Kenny Brooks recaps year one in Lexington and the summer ahead

Jaland Lowe

New Kentucky Guard Jaland Lowe opens up about getting to know his new teammates and the energy they’ve already built together. He also shares what stood out from his first conversation with head coach Mark Pope — a talk that set the tone for his future in Lexington. From team chemistry to Coach Pope’s vision, Lowe gives BBN a glimpse into what’s coming next!

https://uksn.ukathletics.com/videos/jaland-lowe-shares-his-first-interaction-with-coach-pope

Want More?

📈 STOCK UP

🔼 Fast Feet. Kentucky baseball has stolen 252 bases in 119 games the past two seasons, the second most of any Power 4 program during the time. It has ranked in the Top 15 of all D-I programs each season. 11 different players have stolen 10+ bags in one of those seasons.

🤔 BIG BLUE TRIVIA

Promoted!

Which former Kentucky baseball player was promoted to the Amarillo Sod Poodles?

Got a guess? Check below for the answer!

🔵 ONE BIG THING

One Step Closer. Track and field athlete Carlie Makarawu was named a semifinalist for The Bowerman Award. Makarawu won two national titles in the 200m at the NCAA DI Indoor and Outdoor Championships in just his first season with the Wildcats.

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🎉 TRIVIA ANSWER

Answer: Ryan Waldschmidt!

🔵 Have a great Wednesday, y’all!