The following is a candid update letter, regarding the NCAA’s ruling, from Rick Pitino to members of “Friends of the Ville”, a philanthropy group managed by the university. “June 21, 2017 Dear Friends of the Ville I am writing to you as close supporters and Friends of the Ville members. You are special to me…
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The Russ Smith Foundation, TBM and Sullivan’s Tap House have teamed up to form a charity basketball event in honor of Officer Nick Rodman, who was killed in the line of duty this past March. The event will feature the Metro City Stars, a team comprised of former Louisville players and prominent local figures…
Earlier today on Twitter, Russ Smith became another one of the former UofL players to offer his thoughts on the NCAA’s harsh sanctions imposed on the University of Louisville. He took to Twitter to talk about those who have actively cheered for UofL’s downfall. Read below: (Click more for the rest of the story)
PRESS RELEASE Kenny Klein The University of Louisville’s appearance in the College World Series will cap off a terrific 2016-17 season for the Cardinals. Lofty team finishes, impressive individual achievements and nationally recognized academic success have highlighted UofL’s extremely productive academic year. 18 NCAA PARTCIPANTS — Eighteen UofL sports – 10 men’s and eight women’s…
Even as he was on the west coast preparing for the upcoming NBA Draft, former Louisville guard Donovan Mitchell was still able to find the time to sit down for an interview with myself on behalf of Cardinal Sports Zone, and talk about the draft as well as his time at Louisville. Matt McGavic: Thank…
It was discovered on Tuesday evening that Louisville hosted 5 Star SF Brian Bowen on a campus visit. Bowen, a McDonald’s All-American, was thought by many to be a solid Michigan State lean but after the return of Miles Bridges who opted to not enter the NBA draft deadline, it appears he is still…
After declaring for the NBA Draft without signing an agent, Junior forward Deng Adel has decided to withdraw his name from the draft, and return to Louisville. Deng Adel is returning to Louisville next season, per a source. Entered 2017 NBA Draft without an agent. — Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) May 23, 2017
Donovan Mitchell has decided to forgo his final two years at Louisville, and will sign with an agent to remain in the NBA Draft. We wish him the very best of luck at the next level. Louisville's Donovan Mitchell has decided to sign with an agent & bypass his remaining college eligibility, he says. —…
Incoming sophomore Kylee Shook is one of 33 student-athletes invited to the USA Basketball U-19 World Cup Team Trials. Shook is set to fly out to Colorado Springs, Colorado, her hometown, to compete for a spot on the 12 woman roster. The trials will begin on May 18th and end on May 21st. Once the…
Freshman walk-on and former Bullitt East star Tyler Sharpe intends to transfer. He appeared in only 7 games this season scoring only 2 points. With a loaded class coming that features Darius Perry and Jordan Nwora and the addition of Dwayne Sutton it would seem Sharpe would find playing time to be scarce next season….
Sophomore Brianna Jones and freshman Ciera Johnson will transfer from the University of Louisville. Johnson was a McDonald’s All-American in 2016. She played in 37 games for the Cardinals, averaging 4-points and 2.3 rebounds. Jones entered Louisville as a five star recruit and played in 43 games during her tenure with the Cardinals. Both players…
Junior Guard Mariya Moore is transferring from the University of Louisville, per several sources. The news comes one day after Louisville and head coach Jeff Walz nabbed Five star point guard, Mykasa Robinson. Needless to say, it’s been a roller coaster for fans of the Louisville women. Moore, a Hercules, California native, wants to be…
In a move that was expected & speculated upon all summer, Kenny Klein and the University of Louisville announced that Jr Matz Stockman will transfer to Minnesota. We wish Matz madness the best of luck going forward. Louisville seven-foot junior center Matz Stockman will transfer to Minnesota #L1C4 https://t.co/IyrdCiJMdP — Louisville Athletics (@GoCards) April 11,…
Louisville, KY – The stage is set for two of the top women’s basketball programs in the nation as the 4 – seed Louisville Cardinals take on the 5 – seed Tennessee Volunteers. This matchup has the potential to be one of the greatest games of the NCAA Tournament. On one hand, you have the…
Louisville, KY — Asia Durr and the Louisville Cardinals knocked out the 13 seeded Chattanooga Moc’s, 82-62, to advance to the round of 32. “We knew it was going to be a tough ball game throughout,” Louisville head coach Jeff Walz said. “We were able to pull away there towards the end. But it…
Game times announced… 2nd round Sunday (ET) 12:10 Louisville v MichiganThen Kentucky v Wichita St 5:15 Kansas v Michigan StThen Baylor v USC#MarchMadness — NCAA March Madness (@MarchMadnessMBB) March 18, 2017
After a year of no postseason basketball, Louisville opens their NCAA tournament as the 2-seed in the Midwest region against 15-seed Jacksonville State today in Indianapolis at approximately 2:45 on CBS. Jacksonville State earned its bid against most odds by knocking off the 1 and 2 seed enroute to their conference championship. This is…
The field is set and your Louisville Women grabbed a four seed in the OKC Region. As a four seed, the Cardinals earned home court advantage for the first and second rounds. Louisville will face 13-seed Chattanooga on Saturday at 1:30PM. Ticket information: All-session tickets are on sale now for NCAA First/Second Rounds. Online: https://t.co/ijrAYEKv0AIn-Person:…
2017 NCAA Tournament tip times & commentators announced through Round 1 https://t.co/qgUup2Q2kX — March Madness Men’s Basketball TV (@MM_MBB_TV) March 13, 2017
According to Las Vegas oddsmaker Jeff Sherman, the Louisville Cardinals have the eighth best odds to win the NCAA National Championship at 12/1. The Cards take on Jacksonville State this Friday in Indianapolis, with a time TBD. CB-NCAA Tourn winner Duke 5/1North Carolina 6/1Kentucky 8/1Kansas 8/1Villanova 8/1Gonzaga 10/1UCLA 12/1Louisville 12/1Arizona 12/1 — Jeff Sherman (@golfodds)…