LEXINGTON — Kentucky football takes the field for its first spring game under new coach Will Stein today.Stein has previously stated why an intrasquad scrimmage is essential for the Wildcats.Now, fans know the format and scoring system they'll see during today's contest at Kroger Field.UK will split the roster into blue and white teams, with the offense wearing the former color and the defense taking the latter. There will be four 15-minute quarters, with the potential for a running clock in the second half.In terms of scoring, the offense earns six points for a touchdown, three for a field goal and one for an extra point.

A two-point conversion from the 2-yard line is worth two points, while a "two-point conversion" from the 10 is a four-point play.Defensively, the unit nets six points for a touchdown or turnover, three points for notching a three-and-out and one point for a forced punt.While Kentucky will end on the right side of the scoreboard whether the offense or defense "wins" the game, Stein set multiple objectives for his team to achieve."Play clean," he said. "Can we get lined up with fans in the stands? Can we call a play correctly in the huddle with fans out there?

Are we gonna let that moment dictate our process? Or are we gonna say, 'Hey, this is the process, regardless if there's one person watching or 65,000?'"So I think that's the big thing."Here's what to know about the Wildcats' spring game today:What channel is Kentucky football spring game today?Kentucky football's spring will not be televised or streamed. The only way for outside observers to see the game live is showing up this morning at Kroger Field.Kentucky football spring game time todayDate: Saturday, April 18Start time: 11 a.m.UK football's spring game kicks off at 11 a.m. today at Kroger Field in Lexington.Kentucky football spring game ticketsThere is no cost of admission for Saturday's spring game.In a release from the athletics department, it noted "fans must still claim a ticket due to limited capacity" because of construction on the north side of Kroger Field.

Those who snag tickets can claim them at the ticket office window located between Gates 9 and 10.Parking also is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis.The athletics department asked those attending the spring football game "to avoid the purple lot, as that will be prioritized for fans attending the UK baseball game at 2 p.m." Courier Journal Sports (@courierjournal_sports) • Instagram photos and videosKentucky football 2026 scheduleAug. 30: vs. ToledoSept. 6: vs.

Ole MissSept. 13: vs. Eastern MichiganSept. 27: at South CarolinaOct. 4: at GeorgiaOct. 18: vs. TexasOct. 25: vs. TennesseeNov. 1: at AuburnNov. 8: vs.

FloridaNov. 15: vs. Tennessee TechNov. 22: at VanderbiltNov. 29: at LouisvilleKentucky football 2026 rosterWant to learn the Wildcats' roster?Click here for player bios and more.Reach Kentucky men’s basketball and football reporter Ryan Black at rblack@gannett.com and follow him on X at @RyanABlack.This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Kentucky football spring game 2026 time, how to watch UK Wildcats