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Matthew McGavic

Matthew McGavic

Joined: Feb 25, 2020

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

Ron English, Offensive Coordinator for the Louisville football team, answers questions from the media during the coordinator news conference at the Hawthorn Suites in El Paso, Texas, on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024.
Football

Louisville's Players, Coaches Pleased with Secondary's Spring Progress

The Cardinals are coming off of a 2024 campaign where their pass coverage struggled mightily.

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Mar 23, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (16) bats against the Los Angeles Angels at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Baseball

Five Former Cards Make 2025 Opening Day Rosters

MLB's Opening Day will be feature several former Louisville baseball players.

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Jenks’ Kaydin Jones (2) runs the ball for a touchdown during a high school football game between Mustang and Jenks in Mustang, Okla., on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024.
Football

Louisville '26 RB Target Kaydin Jones Announces College Decision

Jones is one of the top running backs in the Class of 2026.

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Louisville baseball player
Baseball

Louisville Baseball Throttled at Cincinnati

The Cardinals suffered their worst loss to the Bearcats under head coach Dan McDonnell.

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Mar 7, 2025; Greensboro, NC, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Izela Arenas (0) sets the play against Duke Blue Devils during the first quarter at First Horizon Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Cory Knowlton-Imagn Images
Basketball

Report: Louisville Guard Izela Arenas Enters Transfer Portal

She is the daughter of former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas and a former top-100 recruit.

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Louisville’s Nyla Harris tries to score a basket against Middle Tennessee in the 1st round of the NCAA Tournament
Basketball

Report: Louisville Forward Nyla Harris Enters Transfer Portal

The junior forward has played over 100 games for the Cardinals.

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Nov 30, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Jeff Brohm is interviewed after the game against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field.
Football

Watch: Jeff Brohm, Louisville Players Talk 2025 Pro Day

The Cardinals held their annual Pro Day on Tuesday.

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Louisville baseball infielder Alex Alicea (0)
Baseball

7th Inning Stretch: Bouncing Back (Week 7)

The Cardinals have a chance to get back on the right track after suffering their first conference series loss of the season.

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Mar 19, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey talks to media members on the sideline during practice at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Basketball

Live Tracker: What 2025 Transfers Has Louisville Reached Out To?

The Cardinals are expected to heavily utilize the transfer portal following the end of their 2024-25 season.

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Mar 20, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; The Louisville Cardinals mascot cheers during the second half against the Creighton Bluejays in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images
Basketball

Louisville Men's Basketball 2024-25 Transfer Tracker

Tracking who is transferring out of the Louisville men's basketball program during the 2024-25 academic year, and who is transferring in.

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Fort Myers (Fla.) HS offensive tackle Joel Ervin
Football

'26 OT Joel Ervin Decommits from Louisville

The offensive lineman had been committed to the Cardinals for just over two weeks.

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Kevontay Hugan
Football

Highlights & Evaluation: Louisville DL Commit Kevontay Hugan

Louisville Cardinals On SI breaks down 2026 Louisville football defensive line commit Kevontay Hugan.

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