Peoria, IL -- The Bradley Braves 4-6-1 (1-3-0) will travel to Lexington, KY, to face the University of Kentucky Wildcats 3-3-4 (2-0-2) in their last non-conference game of the season.
Game Information
Bradley Braves 4-6-1 (1-3-0 MVC) vs Kentucky Wildcats 3-3-4 (2-0-2)
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 • 7 PM CST
Location: Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex
Live Coverage: ESPN+ | Live Stats
All-Time Series: Kentucky leads 2-1
Series History
Bradley and Kentucky have faced each other three times in program history, with the Braves holding a 1-2 record against the Wildcats. Bradley's lone victory came in 1996 with a 4-2 win at Becker Park. The most recent meeting between the two teams took place in 1997, resulting in a 3-0 victory for Kentucky.
About the Braves
The Braves enter a critical stage of the season, facing four conference rivals after traveling to Kentucky, including Drake, #9 Western Michigan, UIC, and Northern Illinois. With a 1-3 conference record, the team is looking to turn things around and clinch a playoff spot. The game against Kentucky will provide a valuable test for Bradley, helping them prepare for the challenging matches ahead. So far, eight different players have contributed to the Braves' scoring efforts this season.
About the Wildcats
The Kentucky Wildcats come into the match following a 1-0 victory over Old Dominion. With 12 goals in 10 games, Logan Dorsey leads the team with four goals and one assist. At home, the Wildcats hold a 2-2-2 record, with their only two losses coming against top-15 opponents, #10 Wisconsin and #15 Louisville, both by 1-0 margins. The Wildcats have conceded six goals in six home games.
The game will be available for streaming on ESPN+