Just hours before the NCAA transfer portal deadline, Kentucky native and fan favorite Travis Perry has officially entered his name into the portal, per multiple reports — a move that’s caught many by surprise.
Perry came to Lexington with high hopes and major buzz, having shattered Kentucky’s all-time high school scoring record. Though not expected to contribute heavily as a freshman, injuries forced him into key minutes throughout the season, where he showed flashes of potential. He wrapped up the year averaging 2.7 points and 0.6 assists per game, shooting 32% from three-point range.
However, as Kentucky continues to load up on experienced talent through the portal — already boasting a top-five transfer class under new head coach Mark Pope — the backcourt is getting increasingly crowded. Perry’s pathway to meaningful minutes in 2025–26 looked limited, prompting the tough decision to explore opportunities elsewhere.
Although he hasn’t yet released a public statement, Perry’s departure is already being felt across Big Blue Nation. His story was one of local legend turned Wildcat — and while his next chapter is still unwritten, he leaves behind a fan base that won’t soon forget him.
