ESPN will debut a three-week program called "All-Access Kentucky" on Oct. 17, which will be similar in style to HBO's Hard Knocks.

John Calipari will be featured preparing his 12-13 team for the upcoming season while also recruiting players for 2013.

"Our mission at ESPN is always to serve sports fans and with many new players on the Wildcats this year, there is enormous interest surrounding this team," said Norby Williamson, ESPN's executive vice president of programming and acquisitions.