The University of Louisville is holding a 3:45 PM press conference to announce the interim Athletic Director. The move comes after Tom Jurich was placed on paid administrative leave last Wednesday. Dr. Postel will announce the candidate selected to run the university’s athletic department in the interim. Cardinal Sports Zone will update as soon as…
Month: October 2017
Here are the top stories from yesterday October 2nd at CardinalSportsZone.com! Louisville Vs Murray State Photo Gallery Post Practice Interviews 10-2-17 UofL Coaches Rally Around Tom Jurich Jurich’s Attorney Sends Letter To Postel Pitino’s Contract To Be Terminated Game Day Information Released For Boston College TWICA: October 2 BOT Meeting Wrap Up Interim Athletic Director Expected To Be…
Photo courtesy of Jeff Nunn Jon Rothstein, of FanRag Sports, released his preseason Top 25 for the 2017-2018 college basketball season today. UofL is 10th in his rankings. Rothstein’s summation of the UofL team states, “Cards still have top-15 caliber talent and experience despite the loss of Rick Pitino and, potentially, Brian Bowen.” I think…
Dear Coach Rick Pitino, It is truly hard to image entering the KFC Yum! Center and not, first hearing you, then seeing you on the sidelines. You have been the figure head of the University of Louisville’s basketball team for much of my childhood. What has transpired the past few years under your reign, it…
PRESS RELEASE ROCCO GASPARRO LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Coming off a pair of lopsided wins, the University of Louisville football team steps back into Atlantic Coast Conference play with a top-25 matchup Thursday night matchup against No. 24 NC State at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C. Improving to 4-1 overall with home victories over Kent…
The worst kept secret in the city of Louisville right now, is how badly everyone wants Tom Jurich to remain UofL’s Athletic Director. Today, some of the UofL coaches, made it very clear who their support is going to. Awesome catching up with my fellow head coaches! So much talent, passion, and unity in…
The drama continues for interim president, Greg Postel. Today, Tom Jurich’s Attorney sent Postel a letter stating he has done nothing to warrant termination. You can read the full letter below. ALERT: @GoCards AD Tom Jurich attorney has sent a letter to @uofl President Postel. Here is the letter. pic.twitter.com/zciPH8Rx3A — Aaron Ellis (@aaronellis01) October…
Today officially begins the end of the Pitino era. For better or for worse, the board unanimously voted to begin the process of terminating his contract. What do you think about this latest development? JUST IN: Board moves to start termination of Rick Pitino's contract. Passes unanimously. #Louisville #L1C4 #UofL #Cards — Philmonger (@phillipmbailey) October…
UofL and the ACC announced today that the game on October 14th, will kick off at 12:20 PM. The game will be televised on all Raycom Networks. ACC announces Boston College game on Oct. 14 will begin at 12:20 p.m. and be televised on the Raycom networks. — Louisville Football (@LouisvilleFB) October 2, 2017
Hello Cards fans! As tough as this past week has been, it’s time to look at the week in Cardinal Athletics! (Side note: As tough as the week has been for our athletics program, I join with all of the CSZ family in saying that our thoughts and prayers are with Las Vegas and all…
The board of trustees for the University of Louisville met Monday morning in a special called meeting to discuss personnel and litigation. The meeting wrapped up with a Q & A session, led by acting President Dr. Gregory Postel and board chair David Grissom, regarding the closed portion of the meeting. Below are the highlights…
According to Eric Crawford and Jason Riley with WDRB, the board dismissed today with no action taken. The announcement of interim AD, is expected to be made tomorrow. Interim President Postel says he still has some interviews to do before the announcement will be made. Postel: Press conference tomorrow for interim AD. "I still have…
UofL has released an update on where they stand with SACS Accreditation. It appears to be good news, they surpass 7 of the 9 issues and has progressed on the other two. You can see the full letter below. Here is the release from .@uofl on the SACS update. @840WHAS @790KRD pic.twitter.com/K83eDdpapn — Will Clark…
Eric Crawford with WDRB released the letter that Rick Pitino received on Wednesday, notifying him of his suspension. You can see the full letter below. Letter of suspension for Rick Pitino pic.twitter.com/l9EReylLqY — Eric Crawford (@ericcrawford) October 2, 2017
UofL Interim President Dr. Greg Postel’s letter to Tom Jurich announcing his paid suspension was released publicly today. In it, it details the reasons for the suspension. One obvious reason was his failure to monitor Rick Pitino. Another interesting reason listed by Postel was Jurich’s negotiation of the new Adidas sponsorship deal without the consultation…
Here are the top stories from yesterday October 1st at CardinalSportsZone.com! Louisville Vs Murray State Photo Gallery Elvis Dumervil Hits Huge Milestone Brian Bowen Hires Attorney The Asia Show: Durr Checks In From USA Training Jim Patterson And Others Want Jurich Pitino Maintains His Innocence Bilal Powell Pulls Off Amazing Play AP Football Poll 10-1-17 Louisville Basketball…
According to Tim Sullivan, Brian Bowen has hired Miami attorney Jason Setchen in an effort to play this season for UofL. As of Sunday night, Brian is still on campus but is not permitted in any team activity or practices. This is a developing story, stay with CSZ as more details are released. New from…
Congratulations are in order for Cardinals Forever, Elivs Dumervil. Tonight with the San Francisco 49ners, Elvis recorded his 100th career sack. CSZ salutes him for his continuous hard work and dedication to the game! Career SACK 100 for @EKD92! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/2e3olaLfeh — San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) October 1, 2017
PassThaBall.com captured A’ja Wilson (S. Carolina) and Asia Durr having fun at USA Training. The duo showed their goofy personality while talking about the experience to compete with WNBA players. Check Out @_ajawilson22 @A_Hooper25 A'ja + Asia= Comedy from the USA WNT Training Camp https://t.co/5qjo7oJk5U — PassThaBall.com (@PassThaBall) October 1, 2017 For more, see PassThaBall’s…
It is no secret that Tom Jurich has been the heart and soul of the athletics department from the moment he stepped foot on UofL’s campus. Drew Deener with ESPN radio released a letter from Jim Patterson himself listing all of the reasons he wants Jurich back in the reigns. What do you think about…