Dan Hurley: A Top Candidate to Replace John Calipari at Kentucky

Eight Other Candidates Who Could Take Over the Wildcats

When Kentucky fired John Calipari, it sent shockwaves through the college basketball world. The Wildcats are one of the most storied programs in the sport, and Calipari is one of the most successful coaches in history. But after a disappointing season, Kentucky decided it was time for a change.

Dan Hurley is the Favorite

The early favorite to replace Calipari is Dan Hurley. Hurley is the head coach at UConn, and he has led the Huskies to two consecutive national championships. He is a fiery coach with a proven track record of success.

Other Candidates

If Kentucky can't land Hurley, there are several other candidates who could be considered. Here are eight of the most likely options:

1. Rick Pitino
2. Bruce Pearl
3. Chris Mack
4. Thad Matta
5. Kelvin Sampson
6. Leonard Hamilton
7. Mark Few
8. Scott Drew

Any of these coaches would be a solid choice for Kentucky. They all have a proven track record of success, and they would all be able to bring a new energy to the Wildcats program.