In fiscal year 2025, University of Kentucky (UK)'s Volleyball program reported $927K in revenue and $3.3M in expenses, for a net deficit of $2.4M. The largest revenue source was Sports Camp Revenues at $338K. Among the 76 FBS programs reporting Volleyball data, University of Kentucky ranks 14th overall in total expenses (14th of 41 Power Four programs) — above the FBS average of $2.4M. University of Kentucky competes in the SEC; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sports Camp Revenues | $337,566 |
| Ticket Sales | $265,390 |
| NCAA Distributions | $198,420 |
| Contributions | $51,000 |
| Program, Novelty, Parking and Concession Sales | $44,744 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $30,000 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $1,069,628 |
| Athletic Student Aid | $772,086 |
| Team Travel | $417,093 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $184,114 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $158,198 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses | $139,072 |
| Enhanced Educational Benefits (Alston or other) | $101,670 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $93,870 |
| Recruiting | $74,054 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $72,934 |
| NCAA Non-Football Host Expense Settlements | $63,775 |
| Game Expenses | $62,598 |
| NCAA Post-Season Non-Football Expenses - Coaching Compensation/Bonuses | $46,312 |
| Guarantees | $30,984 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $26,298 |
| Memberships and Dues | $9,818 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $9,201 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $3,978 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $207 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $927,120 | $3,335,890 | -$2.4M |
| FY2024 | $802,170 | $3,209,157 | -$2.4M |
| FY2023 | $673,501 | $2,713,102 | -$2.0M |
| FY2022 | $561,355 | $2,360,984 | -$1.8M |
| FY2021 | $165,256 | $1,886,734 | -$1.7M |
| FY2020 | $393,065 | $2,227,186 | -$1.8M |
The Wildcats' volleyball program generated $927K in revenue in FY2025, with Sports Camp Revenues leading the way at $338K, while expenses reached $3.3M — resulting in a $2.4M deficit. Coaching salaries, benefits, and bonuses represented the program's single largest cost at $1.1M, reflecting a sustained investment in staff that has driven expenses from $1.9M in FY2021 to their current level. At $3.3M, Kentucky ranks 14th in volleyball spending among all 76 FBS programs and 14th among Power Four schools, spending well above the FBS average of $2.4M.
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