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Right from the kickoff, it was evident that this matchup would be a thrilling one. The two sides traded blows early on, with Virginia’s offense effectively penetrating Louisville’s defense. However, the Cardinals’ defensive unit swiftly adjusted their strategy and began applying relentless pressure, forcing the Cavaliers into costly turnovers.

The Cardinals got off to a strong start, scoring a touchdown in the first quarter. Quarterback, John Thompson, found wide receiver, Mark Johnson, for a 20-yard touchdown pass, giving Louisville an early 7-0 lead. The Cavaliers, however, quickly responded with a touchdown of their own, tying the game at 7-7.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Louisville Cardinals men’s basketball team is gearing up for their second game of the season as they face off against Chattanooga at the KFC Yum! Center on Friday night. The game, which is set to begin at 7 p.m. ET, will be available for streaming on ACC Network Extra and ESPN+.

The Cardinals impressed with their dominance in the paint, scoring 60 points down low, and saw five players reach double figures in scoring. Head coach Kenny Payne expressed the importance of this win, acknowledging that it was a hard-fought battle by his players. He highlighted the team’s execution and their ability to relentlessly attack the opposition while playing unselfishly.

In a commanding display of skill and athleticism, the Louisville Cardinals emerged victorious in their season opener against the Cincinnati Bearcats, with a final score of 77-59. The game took place on November 6, 2023, at the Fifth Third Arena, with a crowd of 1,725 spectators in attendance. The Cardinals’ head coach, Jeff Walz, proved once again why his team is a force to be reckoned with, as they secured their 14th win in season openers under his leadership.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The University of Louisville Cardinals are gearing up for their second game in a span of five days as they get ready to host the Virginia Cavaliers on Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. The game will be televised on ESPN. The Cardinals are riding the momentum of a 34-3 win over Virginia Tech and are looking to secure their third-straight win and 11th consecutive victory at home.

With this win, Louisville now holds a record of 21-3 overall and 12-2 in ACC play. Anna DeBeer also had a strong performance for the Cardinals, recording 14 kills and two aces. Charite Luper and Cara Cresse each added 10 kills and a block to contribute to the team’s success. Luper also landed two aces against the Tigers. Setter Elle Glock played a crucial role with 52 assists and three aces, while libero Elena Scott led the match with 12 digs.

In their two exhibition games, the Cardinals had mixed results, with a dominant 91-50 victory over Simmons College but a narrow 71-68 defeat to Kentucky Wesleyan. Meanwhile, UMBC had a strong showing last season with an 18-14 record but fell to Fordham 79-75 in their lone exhibition game this year. This will be the first meeting between Louisville and the Retrievers, making UMBC the only new opponent on the Cardinals’ schedule for this season.

Louisville, Ky. – The Louisville Cardinals delivered an impressive performance on November 4th, defeating the Virginia Tech Hokies with a resounding score of 34-3 at L&N Stadium. It was a game that showcased the Cardinals’ dominance on both sides of the ball, solidifying their standing as a formidable force in the conference.

Led by running back Isaac Guerendo, the Cardinals offense was firing on all cylinders. Guerendo had a standout game, rushing for three touchdowns and 146 yards on just 11 attempts. His first touchdown, a 39-yard run, gave Louisville a 14-0 lead to start the second quarter. Guerendo’s impressive performance also included a 12-yard touchdown run in the third quarter and a sealing 36-yard rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter. This marked Guerendo’s first 100-yard rushing game at Louisville and a single-game career-high in touchdowns.