It was a night of love and basketball at Rupp Arena during the Kentucky Wildcats’ game against Lipscomb on Tuesday. In a heartwarming moment that had the crowd buzzing, Kentucky fan Ryan used the under-12 media timeout in the first half to propose to his girlfriend, Adrianne, in front of thousands of fans.
As Coach Mark Pope rallied the Wildcats in a huddle on the court, the Hunt Brothers Pizza “Hunk Cam” focused on the couple in the stands, capturing their unforgettable moment. Ryan, wearing a Kentucky jersey, turned to Adrianne with a sparkling ring in hand and asked her to spend forever with him. As the camera zoomed in on the proposal, Adrianne’s joyous “yes” was met with cheers from the crowd, making the moment even more special.
To celebrate the newly engaged couple, Kentucky’s Ansley Almonor hit a 3-pointer right out of the timeout, adding to the excitement in the arena. Adrianne, showing off her new engagement ring, received applause from fans, who were clearly moved by the surprise proposal.
The moment was captured by the big screen and shared widely on social media, where Kentucky fans and sports enthusiasts from across the nation congratulated the couple. For Ryan and Adrianne, it was a night they’ll never forget—a perfect blend of love, excitement, and Kentucky basketball.
As the Wildcats went on to secure the win, the engagement quickly became one of the most talked-about moments of the game, with fans praising the sweet gesture that combined the thrill of college basketball with the joy of a new chapter in love.
