A Blood Bath: UK Fans Clobbering UofL Fans
LEXINGTON, Ky. – The score? UK- 4,047, UofL – 2,016
It’s halftime in the Battle of the Bluegrass Blood Donor Challenge and the score is not looking good for University of Louisville fans. University of Kentucky fans, not satisfied with a simple win, are now looking to pile on the points.
Battle of the Bluegrass, a Blood Donor Challenge between University of Kentucky and University of Louisville fans began Aug. 13 and concludes Sept. 13. Donors can “vote” for either school when they give blood. All donors receive a commemorative Battle T-shirt and one donor will win two tickets to the Sept. 15 football game.
The competition began eight years ago in the Louisville area between alumni chapters of each school. This year the competition expanded and now donors in most of Kentucky are eligible to “vote” for their favorite team through blood donations.
Those wanting to donate blood can call 1-800-775-2522 or visit kybloodcenter.org for blood drive and donor center details. Walk-in donors also are encouraged. The Kentucky Blood Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring a safe, adequate blood supply for 67 Kentucky hospitals and clinics thanks to generous blood donors in 62 counties.