Kentucky Basketball is entering a new era this season as Mark Pope replaces John Calipari.

After 15 seasons in Lexington, a valid question among the BBN was the response former players from the Coach Cal era would respond to the news.

It started off with John Wall sounding off with his support on his podcast. Then we heard from Kellen Grady, and his excitement for the offense coming to Rupp Arena.

Now, with the La Familia TBT team in town, two other former Cats have offered up their support and excitement for the future of the Wildcat program: Nate Sestina and Aaron Harrison.

“I think he said it best. All good things come to an end. I think it was great timing in terms of a good transition into a young and hungry coach like Coach Pope,” Sestina said. “He’s a guy that has been successful in his coaching career and for coach Cal transitioning into something new and something fresh for him.”

“I love Coach Cal, obviously, but I am excited to see what Coach Pope can do, and I’m definitely going to cheer for him,” Harrison said. “He seems like a great guy, and I’m excited to meet him.”

The support continues to pour in for Coach Pope and his return to Lexington. It should be a fun year for the Cats.