The first year of the John Calipari era was unlike any season Kentucky has ever experienced and now the Kentucky Kernel has a book to relive it.

The independent student-run newspaper has published “Blue is Back,” a book that commemorates and chronicles every step of Calipari’s first season as head coach, from his first day on the job to the Cats’ final shot in the Elite Eight.

Kenny Colston, editor in chief of the Kernel, said they have already sold more than 700 copies and have received a very positive feedback.

The book, which costs $19.95, is a compilation of season flashback with abbreviated versions of articles about each game, photos of the most memorable moments and news stories that accompanied the cultural and economic impact the Cats had on the community.

The book is on sale online and locally at Joseph Beth Bookstore, Barnes and Noble, Fan Outfitters, Kennedy Bookstore and Wildcat Textbooks. It can also be purchased on campus at the Kernel office in the Grehan Journalism Building.

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