**Dylan Purter, Top Cornerback from Tuskegee, Plans Visits to Kentucky – Wildcats in the Running for Southern Standout**
Dylan Purter, a 6-foot-0.5, 165-pound cornerback from Booker T. Washington High School in Tuskegee, Alabama, has scheduled two visits to Lexington: an unofficial visit on April 12 and an official visit on June 6. Kentucky co-defensive coordinator and secondary coach Chris Collins is actively pursuing one of the South’s top defensive talents.
Purter shared with CatsPause.com, “Coach Collins is really good. He stays in touch with me a lot, giving me tips on my technique and just checking in on my home life, my mom, and things beyond football. Building that relationship is huge because he’ll be my position coach, and we’ll spend a lot of time together during practice. It helps a lot to get to know him better.”
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**Kentucky Women’s Basketball Secures No. 4 Seed in SEC Tournament with Double Bye**
The University of Kentucky women’s basketball team has earned the No. 4 seed in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Tournament, granting them a double bye. The Wildcats will begin their postseason journey on Friday, March 7, at 2:30 p.m. ET on ESPN, facing the winner of Game 6 between (12) Georgia or (13) Arkansas and (5) Oklahoma.
Kentucky dominated these teams during the regular season, going a combined 4-0 against them. This marks the first time since 2020 that UK has secured a double bye, a testament to their strong performance this year. The Wildcats have a storied history in the SEC Tournament, reaching the quarterfinals in 14 of the last 15 seasons and holding a 44-44 overall record in the tournament.
This year’s SEC Tournament introduces a new 16-team format, expanding from the previous 14-team setup that began in 2013. The event will take place at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.
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**Auburn, UNC Lead College Football’s Massive Roster Overhauls for 2025 Season**
College football programs like Auburn and North Carolina are undergoing significant roster transformations ahead of the 2025 season, driven by coaching changes and the transfer portal. At North Carolina, the arrival of new head coach Bill Belichick has sparked a wave of transfers, requiring a large influx of recruits to fill the gaps. Similarly, Auburn, entering Year 3 under Hugh Freeze, is leveraging the transfer portal to address key needs and push for a breakout season.
While major roster overhauls come with risks, they also offer immense potential. Last season, Florida State struggled after misjudging their transfer additions, while Indiana’s transfer-heavy approach propelled them to a College Football Playoff berth. This offseason, several schools have filled over half of their 105 scholarship spots with transfers and high school recruits, signaling a bold strategy to reshape their programs.
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