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. Also an avid video gamer, a bourbon enthusiast, and fierce dog lover. Find him on Twitter at @Matt_McGavic

Jan 2, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy (TX) guard Josiah Rose (24) against CIA Bella Vista (AZ) during the HoopHall West Tournament at Skyline High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

St. X’s Josh Lindsay celebrates making a thee against GRC in the KHSAA championship game of the Sweet 16.
March 21, 2026

The Ville guard Russ Smith

Louisville Cardinals guard Tajianna Roberts (22) during practice before the 2026 NCAA Women's March Madness basketball tournament at the KFC Yum Center In Louisville, Kentucky. March 20, 2026.

Louisville Executive Director of Football Personnel and Recruiting Vince Marrow and Louisville (Ky.) Trinity defensive lineman Sebastian Blue

Football

The Cardinals done well in the Class of 2027, but still have a little bit of work to do.

Mar 28, 2026; Fort Worth, TX, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Jeff Walz reacts on the sideline during the first half against the Michigan Wolverines at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Basketball

The head coach of the Cardinals spoke to the media for the first time since the end of the 2025-26 season.

Mar 11, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Louisville Cardinals mascot performs in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Basketball

Out of the 13 non-conference opponents Louisville will face for the 2025-26 college basketball season, nine have been booked.

Bradenton (Fla.) Cardinal Mooney defensive tackle Kaleb Exume

Football

Exume had been committed to the Cardinals since April.

Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) Calvary Christian point guard Cayden Daughtry

Basketball

The Class of 2027 point guard is a five-star prospect.

Louisville Football head coach Jeff Brohm looks over his teams during open practice. March 18, 2026

Football

The Cardinals kick off their 2026 season in just under three months.

Louisville football mascot Louie

Football

Long time college football expert Phil Steele ranked the Cardinals' position groups from both a conference and national perspective ahead of the 2026 season.

Louisville baseball head coach Dan McDonnell vs. Miami in game two of the 2025 Louisville Super Regional.

Baseball

Tracking who is transferring out of the Louisville baseball program during the 2025-26 academic year, and who is transferring in.

Louisville baseball outfielder Zion Rose

The duo for the Cardinals are coming off of prolific 2026 campaigns.

A football lies on the turf of L&N Stadium during Louisville's spring game.

There are a few Class of 2027 prospects that are committed to the Cardinals that could wind up flipping to other schools.

Louisville Cardinals defensive back Tayon Holloway (25) celebrates with his teammates after his interception against Kentucky in the second half Saturday, November 29, 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. The Cards were rolling 27-0 through the fourth quarter.

The Cardinals were also tabbed to finish tied for second in the ACC, according to long time college football expert Phil Steele.

Albany (Ga.) Westover offensive lineman Kyson Mallard

Louisville Cardinals On SI breaks down 2027 Louisville football offensive tackle commit Kyson Mallard.