Matthew McGavic

Matthew McGavic

McGavic is a 2016 Sport Administration graduate of the University of Louisville, and a native of the Derby City. He has been covering the Cardinals in various capacities since 2017, with a brief stop in Atlanta, Ga. on the Georgia Tech beat. He is also a co-host of the 'From The Pink Seats' podcast on the State of Louisville network. Video gamer, bourbon drinker and dog lover. Find him on Twitter at @Matt_McGavic

Fort Wayne (Ind.) Homestead guard Myah Epps
Basketball

'26 G Myah Epps Commits to Louisville

The guard from Indiana is the first commitment for the Cardinals in the Class of 2026.

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Feb 8, 2025; Louisville, Kentucky, USA;   Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey talks to his players during the second half against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes at KFC Yum! Center. Louisville defeated Miami 88-78.
Basketball

Watch: Louisville HC Pat Kelsey Previews Florida State

The Cardinals have a few extra days off before hosting the Seminoles for a rematch.

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Feb 16, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard J'Vonne Hadley (1) watches his shot after shooting a three point basket in the second half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at the Purcell Pavilion. Louisville won 75-60. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images
Basketball

Highlights, Photos and Notes: Louisville 75, Notre Dame 60

The highlights plus the photo gallery and the team/player notes from the Cardinals' win vs. the Fighting Irish.

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Feb 16, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Reyne Smith (6) shoots a three point basket over Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Braeden Shrewsberry (11) in the second half at the Purcell Pavilion.
Basketball

Louisville's Reyne Smith Hits Three-Pointer Milestone in Win at Notre Dame

The sharpshooter from Australia has been one of the best three-point shooters in college basketball.

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Feb 16, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey reacts in the first half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at the Purcell Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images
Basketball

What Louisville HC Pat Kelsey Said After 75-60 Win at Notre Dame

Listen to what the head coach of the Cardinals said after their win over the Fighting Irish:

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Feb 16, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Brady Stevens (0) is fouled by Louisville Cardinals forward James Scott (0) in the first half at the Purcell Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images
Basketball

Louisville Defeats Notre Dame for 20th Win, Clinches First Round ACC Tournament Bye

The Cardinals also extend their winning streak to four.

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Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center
Basketball

Game Day Live Blog: Louisville at Notre Dame | Game 26

The Cardinals stay on the road and travel up north to take on the Fighting Irish.

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Feb 14, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Texas Longhorns versus the Louisville Cardinals during the Shriner's Children's College Showdown at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit:
Baseball

Louisville Explodes in Fifth, Run-Rules Arizona

The Cardinals also allowed only one base hit by the Wildcats.

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Feb 1, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard J'Vonne Hadley (1) dunks against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the first half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Basketball

Preview: Louisville Cardinals vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish

The Cardinals stay on the road and travel up north to take on the Fighting Irish.

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Louisville designated hitter Zion Rose (32) celebrates his RBI-double against Vanderbilt during the first inning at Hawkins Field in Nashville, Tenn., Tuesday, May 7, 2024.
Baseball

Louisville Routed by Oklahoma State for First Loss of Season

The Cardinals had walked off Texas the night before in their season-opener.

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Des Moines (Iowa) Valley athlete Jayden McGregory
Football

Louisville Makes Top Eight for Four-Star '26 ATH Jayden McGregory

Montgomery is a consensus four-star prospect in the Class of 2026.

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Feb 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Louisville Cardinals bench reacts during the second half of the game against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at Lenovo Center.
Basketball

Tale of The Tape, Predictions: Louisville vs. Notre Dame

Take a look at how the Cardinals stack up against the Fighting Irish for their Sunday matchup, and who the statistical models favor:

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