Ashley Judd a writer, UK-UC start at 8:10

Kentucky and Cincinnati will matchup at 8:10 PM this Saturday.

USA Today:

Judd pens a column: Actress and fervent Kentucky Wildcats basketball fan Ashley Judd is writing a column for the Lexington-Herald Leader. Besides listing her keys to Wildcat success, she isn't happy when referees smile at her. On the flip side, who doesn't mind Judd's smile?—Jeff Zillgitt, 6:46 p.m.

What does Ashley think on the games?

am an optimist, however, and I always believe. These are the keys that will take us out of the first round and on to the round of 16. By then, I will be back from praying a blessing on Mandela's noble head to watch my Cats:

(P.S., these are all things we have done brilliantly at times throughout the season and are more than capable of doing throughout the tournament.)

• Defense on every player, every possession. Hard-core, intense, relentless, soul- and morale-destroying defense;
• Spacing on offense, spreading the floor well;
• Moving well without the ball;
• Shot selection;
• Inside-out and high-low play;
• Making our free throws;
• Rebounding hustle, determination, and grit (and correct position boxing out);
• Desire.

The last item, of course, has more to do with it than anything. Exhibit A is Chuck's last three plays against LSU.

Ashley, we hope the Wildcats are still in the tournament when you get back.