A Word From Our Founder

[Sean]

With the recent discussion of rules and what is and is not posted I set out to find what our mission statement originally was and this is what I found:

Lexington, KY July 5, 2003 Greetings Guests, Members, and Faithful Friends On behalf of all those who have contributed in so many ways to the growth and development of our evolving Internet community we bid you a “Big Blue” welcome to WildcatFaithful. Since we began our journey in September, 1999 our mission has been and remains to foster the development of a unique, vibrant, and enduring Internet Community that is comprised of, maintained by, and exists for “ordinary” UK sports fans like you and me. By “ordinary” we mean those who regardless of vocation, social standing, or company affiliation, support the Cat’s and share in our mission and core values. Our purposes are quite simply to have some fun, keep current with news about the Cats, exchange news and views, share a memory or two, and simultaneously give something back to our University. Our Core Values: We believe that UK fans are among the best sports fans to be found anywhere. We take pride in our University, our players and coaches, and our athletic programs and tradition. We value athletic programs and projects that are administered with integrity and in compliance with all applicable NCAA rules and regulations. While we actively endorse open dialogue on our public forums, we believe that we can and should be responsible and vigilant in safeguarding against the spread of false rumors which may be personally damaging, and the dissemination of any material by any poster, employee or athlete of the University of Kentucky, or any athletic booster of the University of Kentucky that is or might be construed to be a violation of any NCAA rule or regulation. We value civility and honesty in our interactions with each other. We value good fellowship and good sportsmanship by all. We hope you enjoy your stay with us however long or short. Big Blue Cheers, Mel McCane and The Faithful Administrative Team

[Lighthouse]

I remember this and later it was expanded because it became necessary to do so.

[CATHYnKY]

Mel called me once because someone responded to a post I made in a hurtful manner. He told me the person had been dealt with. He was a wonderful man and friend.