Mark Stoops, who was appointed Head Coach for the University of Kentucky football program in 2013, has established himself as the winningest coach in school history. Under his leadership, the Wildcats achieved their first 10-win season since 1977 in 2018, culminating in a Citrus Bowl victory, the programs first New Years Day Bowl win since 1951. This landmark season also saw Stoops earn the SEC Coach of the Year award, the first for Kentucky since 1983, and achieve the team’s first final poll ranking since 1984. His tenure has produced school records for wins (69), home wins (47), SEC wins (31), and victories over ranked opponents (12).
His leadership continues to emphasize player development and academic progress within the program, making him a compelling figure in college football.