LEXINGTON, Ky. — Fans can buy a piece of the historic basketball court that the Wildcats played on from 2001 to 2024. 

What You Need To Know

  • Rupp Arena and Cincinnati-based memorabilia company, Artsman released a collection commemorating the game-used court

  • Pieces in the collection include a variety of items made from pieces of the court

  • Fans are encouraged to pre-order to secure their piece

  • Production will begin next week, with delivery expected within eight to 10 weeks of the order

Rupp Arena partnered with the Cincinnati-based memorabilia company, Artsman to release an exclusive collection commemorating the game-used court. Pieces in the collection include wood blocks, bottle openers, pendants, wall frames and more. Each piece comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

According to a news release, Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center has served as the home court of the University of Kentucky's men’s basketball team since 1976. The arena has hosted legendary artists such as Justin Timberlake, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, Chris Stapleton and many more. During the last 18 months, Rupp Arena has broken all previous audience attendance and revenue records in its 43-year history.

With limited quantities available, fans are encouraged to pre-order early to secure a piece of University of Kentucky basketball history. Production will begin the week of March 24, with delivery expected within eight to 10 weeks of the order.

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Laya Gilpin is a digital producer for Spectrum News 1 in Louisville, Kentucky. She joined Spectrum News as a television producer in 2021 and was promoted to digital producer in 2025. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree, Communication Arts and Media from Concord University in West Virginia in 2020.