LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Kentucky sports fans have plenty to cheer about as the Wildcats volleyball team gets ready to face Wofford in the first round of the NCAA tournament Thursday at 7 p.m. at Historic Memorial Coliseum.

Coach Craig Skinner has gone to new heights to encourage attendance. Even Lexington Mayor Linda Gordon issued a declaration encouraging fans to support the Cats tonight.

The excitement is building among students as well.

"I will for sure be watching and if they advance further, I would be happy to go because they do get to play at Memorial all the way through the Final Four if they get to make it so I think that's very exciting. Go Cats," said Nate Upthank, a UK sophomore.

For fans looking for pre-game activities, the UK Alumni Association is hosting a block party

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