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La Familia head coach Sean Woods talks about win over War Ready in TBT second round
La Familia head coach Sean Woods is joined by players Archie Goodwin and Aaron Harrison as they talk about TBT second-round win over War Ready.
USA Today
06-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Looking at the complete La Familia roster for The Basketball Tournament
The Basketball Tournament is just about to begin, and the various teams are finalizing their rosters. That includes the Kentucky Wildcats alumni team, La Familia, who are now at ten players, ready to compete for this year's crown. Last year, La Familia made a deep run in the tournament, making it to the final four teams. This year, under new coach Sean Woods, they'll look to go all the way. It's another talented roster this season, with some of the players from last year coming back. There are some new faces as well. The games begin on July 18th, and La Familia will open play in Lexington as the top seed. They'll be one of the favorites to win the $1 million prize, but will face some stiff competition along the way. The La Familia roster features some familiar faces, but some new ones as well, including a player from last year's Wildcats team. Here's a look at the current roster with the start of the tournament nearly here. Sean Woods - Head Coach At Kentucky: 1988-1992 Woods was the starting point guard on some very good Wildcats teams under Rick Pitino. He has since began a coaching career in college basketball. Last season, he was an assistant coach for La Familia, but will be the head man this year. Willie Cauley-Stein At Kentucky: 2012-2015 Cauley-Stein began his Wildcats career as a backup, but would go on to win the SEC Defensive Player of the Year award. He also spent seven years in the NBA as a solid role player. He played on last year's La Familia team, and averaged 10 points and led the tournament with 14 blocked shots. Aaron Harrison At Kentucky: 2013-2015 Fans remember him for some clutch shots at Kentucky in his two years there, and he was a very popular player. Like Cauley-Stein, he played for La Familia last year, averaging seven points and three rebounds per game. He was also solid on defense, totaling 4 steals. Andrew Harrison At Kentucky: 2013-2015 Andrew's career path has been similar to his brother overall, with two years in Lexington, followed by a brief NBA stint. He was terrific for La Familia last year, posting 11.6 points and 4 assists per game. He was also disqualified twice, which led the tournament. Kerem Kanter At Kentucky: N/A Kanter didn't play for the Wildcats, but his brother Enes was set to before being declared ineligible by the NCAA. Last year at TBT, he was terrific, averaging over 12 points and 9 rebounds per game. He returns this year, looking to lead them on a deeper run. Doron Lamb At Kentucky: 2010-2012 Lamb was a fan favorite at Kentucky due to his ability to shoot the ball from range. He was a part of the last Wildcats championship team, and scored 22 points in the final. Fans will enjoy seeing him back in action, making three-pointers, once more. DeAndre Liggins At Kentucky: 2008-2011 Liggins did a little bit of everything in three years with the Wildcats. Those skills will be put to use by coach Woods for La Familia, where he can be a specialist for them. He will be a very valuable role player in this year's tournament. Archie Goodwin At Kentucky: 2012-2013 Goodwin was fantastic in his only season at Kentucky. He was a terrific scorer who led the team at more than 14 points per game. La Familia will certainly look to use that ability to get to the rim when he's on the floor. Ansley Almonor At Kentucky: 2024-2025 Almonor spent just one season with the Wildcats, but became a fan favorite for his ability to knock down shots from behind the arc. He'll be the youngest player on the team, having just finished his college career a few months ago. Kahlil Whitney At Kentucky: 2019-2020 Whitney's tenure with Kentucky was brief, and he didn't even make it a full season. He would later hint at some off-court issues as the reason. However, he was a major talent and a terrific athlete who could be a very underrated addition to the squad. D.J. Burns At Kentucky: N/A Like Almonor, he hasn't been out of college for long. Unlike Almonor, he didn't play for Kentucky. Most recently, he averaged 13 points and 11 rebounds per game for Youngstown State. He'll be counted on to be strong on the boards for La Familia.
BBC News
10-05-2025
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- BBC News
Doyle sets winners record for female jockey
Hollie Doyle secured victory on Brindavan at Ascot to claim the record for most winners ridden by a female jockey in 28-year-old's triumph on the 8-1 chance, which is trained by Sean Woods, gave her victory number 1, had moved level with Hayley Turner at Chelmsford on Thursday."I've got to pinch myself to believe that I've done this well, so long may it continue, Doyle told Sky Sports Racing."It's a great milestone to have reached and I'll keep kicking."Woods added: "We don't get to use her much but I asked her to get a lead and everything went like clockwork, she's a great asset to the sport."Doyle broke the record for the number of annual winners ridden by a female jockey in 2019 by chalking up 116 triumphs, and reached 1,000 British winners in 2020, Doyle sealed her first Royal Ascot victory on Scarlet Dragon and claimed five victories in one meeting at achievements were recognised as she was named Sunday Times Sportswoman of the Year, as well as taking third place in the BBC Sports Personality of the Year was the first woman to ride a winner on British Champions Day at Ascot and the first female jockey to earn Classic success when landing the French Oaks aboard Nashwa in 2022.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
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Sean Woods introduced as new head boys' basketball coach at Scott County
Georgetown, Ky. (FOX 56) — Scott County High School introduced its brand-new boys' basketball head coach, Sean Woods, on Tuesday. 'This situation right here at this time in my life couldn't be any better,' Woods said. 'Perfect timing, with perfect people, in a perfect situation, with great tradition. Something that I'm used to.' Sean Woods introduced as new head boys' basketball coach at Scott County This Netflix docuseries is about what it takes to 'Race for the Crown' Long journey to the NFL draft is only the beginning for college prospects aiming to make the pros Woods has 14 years of head coaching experience at the collegiate level, where he has spent time at Mississippi Valley State, Morehead State, and most recently Southern. Back in his playing days, Woods spent four seasons at the University of Kentucky, playing on 'The Unforgettables' in 1992 under Hall of Fame head coach Rick Pitino. 'Getting to open a brand-new high school. Continuing the amazing tradition with Scott County High School basketball, and with a legend like Shawn Woods is just a match made in heaven,' Principal Elizabeth Gabehart said. 'I'm excited for the opportunities for our players. I'm excited for our students as well as our community.' It's been six years since the retirement of the late great Billy Hicks and the opening of crosstown rival Great Crossing High School, and since then the Cardinals have had five losing seasons. Woods will look to bring Scott County back to its former glory. Amber Spradlin murder case officially moved to Pike County 2 charged after pounds of meth, stolen gun seized during Kentucky traffic stop Suspect in custody following Owensboro shooting 'I'm the connection between what we call old school and new school. The good thing is, I've coached my son, who's in the new school, so I have familiarity with it,' Woods said. 'It's just a different language, a different tone. But the fun and the passion for coaching kids and raising young people, it runs through me.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
