Mark Blankenbaker

Mark Blankenbaker

Louisville native, University of Louisville Business School graduate (c/o 2004), and passionate Cardinals sports advocate. Mark delivers in-depth analysis, stat breakdowns, video interviews, pre and post-game coverage of UofL athletics. A familiar voice on Louisville radio, Mark co-hosts morning show on ESPN 680/105.7FM and 93.9 The Ville. Mark is a dedicated voice for Card Nation with a loyal following across platforms. When he’s not covering the Cards, Mark enjoys connecting with fans and building community through sports.

Sep 16, 2022; Louisville, Kentucky, USA;  ALouisville Cardinals cheerleader carries a flag down the field before the first half against the Florida State Seminoles at Cardinal Stadium. Florida State defeated Louisville 35-31. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-USA TODAY Sports

The No. 23 Louisville Cardinals (1-1) team begins ACC play on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET in a ranked showdown against No. 16 SMU (2-0) at L&N Federal Credit Union

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Jaleel Skinner Louisville vs. Ole Miss 2026
Football

The Cards opened the 2026 with a heartbreaking loss to the Ole Miss Rebels on a last second field goal. Considering the quality of the game against the #9 team

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Louisville vs. Ole Miss 9-6-2026
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Louisville Head Coach Jeff Brohm spoke following his team's loss to #9 Ole Miss. The Cards lost on a last second field goal as time expired and Brohm went thro

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Ole Miss vs. Louisville 9-6-2021
Football

Louisville an Ole Miss are set to kickoff their respective seasons Sunday Night at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, TN. The two programs squared off to start the 2

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Cardinals on the Attack

University of Louisville men's soccer midfielder Giacomo Zizza has been named the ACC Offensive Player of the Week following his performances against Kentucky a

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Louie the Cardinal

It was a successful Thursday night on the pitch for Louisville.  The men’s team improved to 3-0 with a 3-1 win over Lipscomb & the women’s team went on the road

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