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Five-star prospect Caleb Holt from the Class of 2026 has rescheduled his official visit to the University of Kentucky, now set for September 12-14. Holt’s family chose these new dates to better accommodate their schedule. This visit is crucial for Kentucky as they aim to impress Holt, who is also exploring options at Alabama and Auburn. Ranked as a top shooting guard, Holt’s performances highlight his potential, making his recruitment highly competitive for Kentucky amid interest from several other programs.
Lexington, Kentucky – Five-star prospect Caleb Holt from the Class of 2026 has rescheduled his highly anticipated official visit to the University of Kentucky. Originally planned for September 5-7, the visit will now take place from September 12-14. The change in dates was confirmed by sources connected to the basketball program.
Holt is regarded as one of the top prospects in the country and has been on the radar of Kentucky’s coaching staff, particularly Head Coach Mark Pope. Holt’s family played a significant role in the decision to postpone the visit, as they felt the newly arranged weekend better suited their schedule. This visit is critical for Kentucky, as they hope to make a strong impression on Holt during this time.
In addition to his visit to Kentucky, Holt has also scheduled official visits with Alabama, set for October 3-5, and Auburn, which will take place from October 10-12. These visits indicate that Holt is actively exploring his options and seeking the right fit for his future in college basketball.
Holt has also expressed excitement about Kentucky’s culture, especially after his experience working with Coach Pope at a USA training camp, where he found the process both enjoyable and promising. His family is eager to assess Kentucky’s day-to-day operations and environment since they want to evaluate how Holt could fit into the program’s aspirations of competing for national championships.
While Holt is focusing on Kentucky for his upcoming visit, he is also being pursued by other programs such as Houston, Baylor, Providence, Ole Miss, and Kansas. He previously took an official visit to Ole Miss in the spring of this year, demonstrating his interest in multiple collegiate opportunities.
As a player, Holt has made a significant impact on the court. At the recent adidas 3SSB Championships held in Rock Hill, SC, he led his team, Game Elite, to victory in the title game. Over five games in the tournament, Holt averaged impressive stats of 18.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and two steals. His strong performance at these events has solidified his status as one of the top recruits of his class.
Ranked as the No. 5 overall rising senior by the Rivals Industry Ranking, Holt stands out as the top shooting guard in his class. He draws comparisons to Kentucky’s Otega Oweh for their similar scoring abilities and physical attributes, indicating his potential to thrive at the collegiate level.
Looking ahead, Holt has indicated that he might make a commitment decision in January or February, following his visits during the 2025-26 season. As his recruitment heats up, Kentucky is aiming to establish a positive and lasting impression during his visit, a crucial step in securing his commitment amidst strong competition from other notable programs.
Caleb Holt’s upcoming visit to Kentucky is not only important for him but also for the Wildcats’ future recruiting efforts as they continue to build a program with championship aspirations.
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