Payton Titus

1 week ago | courier-journal.com | Payton Titus

The most starters a trainer has had in a Derby is five, which has happened four times (1996, 2005, 2007 and 2013). Bob Baffert has had three starters in three Kentucky derbies, but none finished in the top three. The 151st Kentucky Derby is just 18 days away. Based on the current Kentucky Derby leaderboard, trainer Bob Baffert would have three starters running for roses May 3 at Churchill Downs: Rodriguez, Citizen Bull and Madaket Road.

2 weeks ago | statesman.com | Payton Titus

Despite this industry-wide crisis, the Kentucky Derby continues to rake in record-breaking wagering and viewership numbers. The Derby remains the pride of Churchill Downs Incorporated, but it’s far from the only way it makes money. Over the last 10 to 15 years, CDI has expanded into gaming venues and online sports betting. In 1985, Marshall Gramm was 12 years old — still 11 on Kentucky Derby Day.

3 weeks ago | courier-journal.com | Payton Titus

Click here for important updates to our privacy policy. U of L and UK are leading mental health efforts in college sports as the industry endures unprecedented change. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for such services has increased exponentially. UK is launching a collaboration with its Sport Social Work Research Lab, the Alliance of Social Workers in Sports and the Sport Social Work Journal to bolster the field though research, outreach.

1 month ago | courier-journal.com | Payton Titus

Only four ACC teams made the 2025 March Madness field, one of which survived the first weekend. How U of L's quick turnaround under Pat Kelsey gives the conference hope and a blueprint for success. Only four ACC teams made the 2025 March Madness field – Louisville among them for the first time since 2019, and Duke the lone survivor after Week 1. Since 2021, over half a dozen coaches responsible for 30 Final Four appearances and 10 NCAA titles have left the conference.

1 month ago | courier-journal.com | Payton Titus

Johni Broome was overlooked by Power Conference schools coming out of high school. When he entered the portal in 2022, his dad John's phone rang for "three or four days straight."The Morehead State staff knew Broome had the potential to be a good ball player. Not National Player of the Year good, though. His commitment didn’t feel like the steal it does with hindsight. LEXINGTON — Johni Broome doesn’t need your validation. He never has.