Best-Of-Three Series Between Kentucky and Louisville Alumni Begins July 18th
LEXINGTON, Ky. July 15, 2026 – La Familia, the Kentucky alumni team, and The Ville, the Louisville alumni team, today announced their official rosters ahead of their best-of-three series.
La Familia is organized by former Kentucky guard Twany Beckham (2011-13), and coached by former Kentucky forward Jon Hood (2009-13). La Familia’s official roster features:
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Kahlil Whitney (2019-20)
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Willie Cauley-Stein (2012-15)
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Marcus Lee (2013-16)
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Aaron Harrison (2013-15)
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Archie Goodwin (2012–13)
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DeAndre Liggins (2008–11)
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Chris Coffey (Georgetown College)
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Darryl Morsell (Maryland/Marquette)
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Sean McNeil (West Virginia/Ohio State)
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James Mainor-Bell (Villanova)
Reid Travis and Quade Green will no longer be able to join the team. Archie Goodwin will join the team beginning with Game 2.
“We exhaust all efforts getting guys committed to play and securing their travel plans to Lexington,” said La Familia general manager Twany Beckham. “Unfortunately, things happen that are totally out of our team’s control. The fortunate thing is we’ve put together a group that’s very talented and will be ready to compete and win on Saturday.”
The Ville is organized by Russ Smith and coached by former Cardinals guard Michael Baffour (2012-13).
The Ville’s official roster includes:
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Jae’Lyn Withers (2020-23)
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David Johnson (2019–21)
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Malik Williams (2017-22)
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Ray Spalding (2015–18)
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Trey Lewis (2015-16)
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Jaylen Johnson (2014-17)
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Chris Jones (2013-14)
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Montrezl Harrell (2012-15)
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Angel Nunez (2011-13)
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Russ Smith (2010-14)
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Alex Matthews (University of Texas Permian Basin)
Edgar Sosa will no longer be able to join The Ville due to the birth of his child. Malik Williams will join the team following the conclusion of NBA Summer League.
“We worked tirelessly to build a strong roster this year and incorporate multiple alumni from different years,” said The Ville general manager/guard Russ Smith. “Our focus was on building a team that plays well together and can win games! We can’t wait to hit the court and deliver for our fans!”
As part of the best-of-three series, both will have a chance to host at least one home game. The first game of the series will take place at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington Saturday, July 18, at 12 pm ET, and will be televised live on FOX. Fans are encouraged to wear all white for the game.
Game 2 will be played at Freedom Hall in Louisville on Monday, July 20, at 7 pm ET, and will be televised live on FS1. A decisive Game Three (if necessary) will be played at Historic Memorial Coliseum Wednesday, July 22 at 6 pm ET, and will be televised live on FS1.
Tickets are still available for both games in Lexington and Louisville at TBTHoops.com.
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