RB Mason Ball picks Kentucky over Arkansas after following coach who recruited him first
Mason Ball, a running back from Jacksonville, Arkansas, has committed to the University of Kentucky. He chose Kentucky over other schools including Arkansas, North Carolina, and Vanderbilt, largely due to his relationship with future position coach Kolby Smith. Ball is the 19th commitment for Kentucky's 2027 recruiting class and is ranked as the No. 33 running back in the nation.
- ▪Mason Ball announced his commitment to Kentucky during a live broadcast on the Rivals YouTube Channel.
- ▪He chose Kentucky over Arkansas, North Carolina, and Vanderbilt after building a strong relationship with coach Kolby Smith.
- ▪Ball is the second running back in Kentucky's 2027 recruiting class, joining Kelsey Gerald.
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| Publication time | Sat, 23 May 2026 19:14:58 +0000 |
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