The No. 1 University of Kentucky rifle team will face off against No. 2 West Virginia in a dual match this Saturday in Morgantown. The competition starts at 9 a.m. ET, featuring a single relay with all 11 UK athletes participating together. Head coach Harry Mullins expressed excitement over the opportunity for the team to compete collectively after a successful training period. Kentucky has broken NCAA records this season, including achieving a landmark score of 4762 against Akron, highlighted by Liz Probst's perfect air rifle score of 600.

By the Numbers
  • Kentucky set a new NCAA benchmark score of 4762, surpassing the previous record of 4760.
  • Liz Probst achieved a perfect 600 in air rifle, marking her first in her career.
  • Kentucky averages 2348.82 in smallbore and 2386.18 in air rifle this season.
State of Play
  • Kentucky's overall aggregate average stands at 4735 for the season.
  • West Virginia's current aggregate average is 4736.20, making the match highly competitive.
  • Kentucky athletes have shown strong individual performances, particularly Braden Peiser with a 1192.750 aggregate average.
What's Next

Following the dual match, Kentucky will look to build on their momentum as they prepare for upcoming competitions, potentially aiming to solidify their position as national leaders in college rifle.

Bottom Line

The dual match against West Virginia represents a pivotal moment for Kentucky, showcasing their record-breaking season and teamwork. Success here could reinforce their top-ranked status and set the tone for the rest of the season.