Locked On Louisville - Daily Podcast On Louisville Cardinals Football & Basketball

The Louisville Cardinals end their NCAA Tournament drought as they face Creighton in the first round on Thursday. Pat Kelsey's team seeks their first tournament win since 2017, looking to validate their impressive season despite their controversial 8-seed placement. Dalton Pence breaks down the national expectations, fan sentiment, and added pressure on Louisville due to their underseeding. On the...

Louisville's NCAA Tournament return is marred by controversial seeding. The Cardinals secure an 8-seed in the South Regional, facing Creighton in the first round. Pat Kelsey's team, ranked 13th and boasting a 25-6 record, finds itself in a brutal bracket featuring top-seeded Auburn. Host Dalton Pence dissects the committee's decision, questioning the rationale behind Louisville's low seed despite...

The Louisville Cardinals secure a nail-biting 76-73 victory over Clemson in the ACC Tournament semifinals, advancing to their first championship game since joining the conference. J'Vonne Hadley bounces back with a crucial 20-point performance, while Terrence Edwards Jr. adds 21 points despite struggling from three. Host Dalton Pence breaks down the game's key moments, including controversial call...

Chucky Hepburn's game-winning buzzer-beater propels Louisville to their first-ever ACC Tournament semifinal appearance. The Cardinals overcome a 15-point deficit against Stanford, showcasing resilience in a roller-coaster quarterfinal matchup. Pat Kelsey's squad faces challenges without key player Reyne Smith, but clutch performances from Terrence Edwards Jr, James Scott and Noah Waterman come up...

Louisville faces Stanford in a sudden rematch for the ACC Tournament quarterfinals. Can the Cardinals maintain their dominance after a 20-point victory just days ago? Pat Kelsey's squad aims to solidify their NCAA Tournament seeding, with projections currently placing them as a 6-seed. The availability of sharpshooter Reyne Smith looms large, potentially impacting Louisville's offensive strategy a...

Will Wade's potential move to the ACC could shake up the conference landscape. Could his controversial past and coaching prowess bring a new era to NC State basketball? Dive into the latest ACC basketball and football updates, featuring discussions on Kevin Keats' firing, ACC tournament controversies, and spring football insights. Key figures like Will Wade, Kevin Keats, and Pat Kelsey are at the...

Pat Kelsey earns ACC Coach of the Year honors after leading Louisville to a remarkable turnaround. The Cardinals' 25-win season and 18-2 conference record secure the #2 seed in the ACC tournament. Chucky Hepburn snags Defensive Player of the Year, and lands on the First-Team All-ACC list. Terence Edwards makes Third-Team All-ACC, while Jeff Brohm continues his recruiting hot streak. Local star Mar...

NOTE: Marlon Harbin had not committed when this episode was recorded...his recruitment will be discussed on the next show Louisville football recruiting heats up with three key commitments! Jeff Brohm's emphasis on high school talent pays off as the Cardinals land local star Karsten Busch, a top-3 prospect in Kentucky. Florida standouts Jaydin Broadnax and Joel Ervin join the 2026 class, showcasin...

Louisville's remarkable turnaround under Pat Kelsey takes center stage in this emotional recap of Senior Day. The Cardinals' 68-48 victory over Stanford marks their ninth-straight win, solidifying a top-two ACC tournament seed. Host Dalton Pence captures the electric atmosphere at the KFC Yum Center, where a packed house of 18,707 fans celebrated the team's revival. Despite shooting struggles from...

The Louisville Cardinals aim for their ninth-straight win as they host Stanford in the regular season finale. Pat Kelsey's squad faces a tough test against Stanford's Maxime Reynaud, a potential first-team All-ACC selection averaging 20.2 points and 10.9 rebounds. The game has ACC seeding implications, with Louisville securing at least a 2-seed with a victory. Reyne Smith's injury status looms lar...

Terrence Edwards Jr. explodes for a career-high 35 points as Louisville secures an 85-68 victory over California. The Cardinals extend their winning streak to eight games under Pat Kelsey's leadership. Edwards' stellar performance, including 7-of-11 from three-point range, propels Louisville's offense. Chucky Hepburn and J'Vonne Hadley also contribute significantly to the win. Host Dalton Pence br...

ACC's future hangs in the balance as Florida State and Clemson shake up the conference with a groundbreaking settlement. Could this be the beginning of the end for the ACC as we know it? With Florida State securing a larger share of TV revenue, the financial landscape of college sports is shifting dramatically. Explore the implications of this deal with insights from Alex Dono, Morgan Thomas, and...

Louisville faces California in their first ACC matchup as the Cardinals aim to extend their seven-game winning streak. Can Pat Kelsey's #14-ranked squad capitalize on Cal's struggles and secure another conference victory?  Spring football practice kicks off for Louisville, with spotlight on returning stars Caullin Lacy, TJ Capers, and Rae'Mon Mosby. Transfer portal additions Miller Moss (QB), Clev...

The Louisville Cardinals are back in the top-15 for the first time since 2020, sitting at #14 in the AP poll. Host Dalton Pence breaks down this milestone and what it means for Pat Kelsey's squad. With the final week of the regular season upon us, Pence analyzes what's at stake against California and Stanford, emphasizing the importance of momentum heading into postseason play. The mailbag segment...

Chucky Hepburn's historic 37-point performance propels Louisville to a 79-68 victory over Pittsburgh. The Cardinals extend their winning streak to seven games, completing a season sweep of their former Big East rival. Hepburn's career-high night includes a perfect 6-for-6 from three-point range, setting a new KFC Yum! Center scoring record for Louisville players. Host Dalton Pence breaks down Hepb...

Louisville aims for a season-sweep against Pittsburgh in a crucial ACC matchup. The Cardinals, riding a six-game winning streak, look to solidify their NCAA tournament seeding. Host Dalton Pence breaks down the keys to victory, including exploiting Pittsburgh's weak three-point defense and maintaining efficient scoring. Pence analyzes the Panthers' recent struggles, highlighting their 4-8 record s...

UNC basketball is making waves with the hiring of Jim Tanner as their new GM, a move that could redefine college basketball's professional landscape. Could this be the game-changer the Tar Heels need? With Hubert Davis's contract extension, the team is poised for a strategic overhaul. The episode dives into the ACC's NCAA tournament bubble teams, spotlighting Wake Forest's precarious position and...

The Louisville Cardinals are making waves in college basketball, clinching a top-3 finish in the ACC. Will they add another international prospect to their 2025 class? This episode explores two potential recruits: Jonas Boulefaa and Guillermo Del Pino. Host Dalton Pence breaks down the ACC tournament seeding scenarios, analyzing Louisville's paths to the 1, 2, or 3 seed. Pat Kelsey's impact on the...

The Louisville Cardinals clinch a double bye in the ACC Tournament with a nail-biting 71-66 road win against Virginia Tech. This victory marks the largest improvement in win total in program history, showcasing the team's remarkable turnaround under Pat Kelsey's leadership. Host Dalton Pence breaks down the Cardinals' uncharacteristically lethargic performance, attributing it to illness sweeping t...

The Louisville Cardinals play their final true road game of the season against Virginia Tech. The Cardinals aim to secure their sixth-straight win and end the regular season on a high note. Host Dalton Pence breaks down Virginia Tech's struggles this season, including their lackluster offense and turnover issues. The episode explores Louisville's potential NCAA Tournament seeding, with Pence analy...

Pat Kelsey's Coach of the Year candidacy gains momentum as Louisville continues its impressive turnaround. The Cardinals extend their winning streak to five with a hard-fought 89-81 victory over Florida State, improving to 21-6 overall and 14-2 in ACC play. Host Dalton Pence breaks down Kelsey's inclusion on the Naismith Coach of the Year watchlist and makes a compelling case for why he deserves t...

Louisville aims for a season sweep against Florida State in a crucial ACC matchup. Host Dalton Pence breaks down the keys to victory, including limiting turnovers against the ACC's top turnover-forcing team and keeping the Seminoles off the free-throw line. The episode also highlights Jeff Walz's impressive coaching job, guiding a young roster to a 19-7 record and third place in the ACC. Louisvill...

ACC basketball and football fans, are you ready for a game-changing discussion? Dive into the latest NCAA tournament predictions and potential College Football Playoff expansions that could reshape the landscape for teams like Duke, Clemson, and Louisville. Hosts Isaac Shade and Jackson Holzer break down the ACC's top contenders, analyzing Duke's path to a #1 seed and the bubble status of North Ca...

Louisville's roster-building strategy takes center stage in this episode of Locked On Louisville. Is high school recruiting or the transfer portal the key to success? Former coach Rick Pitino's intriguing comments spark debate on the future of college basketball recruiting. The podcast explores the ACC's struggles and how it impacts Louisville's NCAA tournament seeding. Host Dalton Pence breaks do...

Are the Louisville Cardinals the second-best team in the ACC? This episode of Locked On Louisville tackles that burning question and more. Host Dalton Pence breaks down Louisville's impressive 13-2 conference record and analyzes their case against Clemson for the #2 spot. Pence dives into the dynamic backcourt duo of Chucky Hepburn and Terrence Edwards Jr making a compelling argument for their sta...