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The State of Louisville is the home of 3 original podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

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Louisville vs NC State: Can the banged-up Cardinals BOUNCE BACK on Saturday? Must-win game?

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Jeff Brohm REVEALS that Louisville QB Lincoln Kienholz will be a game-time decision vs NC State

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:16:57 GMT

Louisville's leading scorer? | 2026-27 Player Previews - Adrian Wooley

State of Louisville — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:40:10 GMT

Could Adrian Wooley be Louisville's leading scorer this season? We're back with Episode 2 of our Starting Five02, presented by Alumni Hall, Player Profiles series, and this time we're breaking down Louisville's most important returning player. Ryan Keeling, Jacob Lane, and Alan Thomas dive into Adrian Wooley's late-season breakout, his development as a combo guard, and why this year's roster might be perfectly constructed to unlock another level of his game. Is Wooley being overlooked in all the excitement surrounding Louisville's new additions? Do you think he can lead Louisville in scoring this year? Let us know!

- Why Wooley's numbers improved dramatically down the stretch last season

- Whether he's more valuable as a scorer or primary ball handler

- How Jackson Shelstad and Flory Bidunga could elevate his offensive production

- The battle for minutes with Seth Trimble

- Wooley's NBA potential and what he needs to improve

- Our bold predictions for his 2026–27 season

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FRUSTRATION: Louisville Cardinals unable to CAPITALIZE on key opportunities in loss to Wake Forest

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Cardinal Sports Zone Podcast Episode #339: Cards Get Double D'd

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the CSZ Podcast, we are coming to you live from the Shoot 360 Studios, Jeremy is joined in studio by Sam & Shawn and via Restream by Joey!

The guys recap yesterday's devastating loss to Wake Forest including positives and negatives they took away from the game, play a few games, go over some superlatives, local stories and much, much more. Another can’t miss episode!

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Cardinal Sports Zone Podcast Episode #338: Wake Preview Ft Eric Mac Lain

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 03:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the CSZ Podcast, we are coming to you live from the Shoot 360 Studios, Jeremy is joined in studio by Sam, Joey & Shawn.. Also joining us via Restream is ACC Huddle co-host Eric Mac Lain!!!

The guys preview tomorrow's match-up with Wake, talk about how legit Louisville is with E-Mac, injury updates, local stories and much, much more. Another can’t miss episode!

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All there for the taking

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:42:54 GMT

DEVASTATING: Louisville Cardinals LOSE Antonio Watts for season | Defense faces massive challenge

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Episode 94 - Fall Is In The Air

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 01:11:37 GMT

What Does Louisville REALLY Need From Jackson Shelstad? | 2026-27 Player Previews - Jackson Shelstad

State of Louisville — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:47:02 GMT

Welcome to the Starting Five02 Player Preview Series presented by Alumni Hall! Jacob Lane, Alan Thomas, and Ryan Keeling are breaking down every player on Louisville's 2026-2027 basketball roster, starting with the man expected to run the show: Jackson Shelstad. The former Oregon point guard arrives in Louisville with three years of experience, a knack for the big moment, and an evolving offensive game. But with Flory Bidunga, Adrian Wooley, Seth Trimble, and a loaded supporting cast around him, what should his role actually look like? Is Shelstad Louisville's next leading scorer? Or is his greatest value unlocking everyone else?

Jacob, Ryan, and Alan break down the numbers, the tape, and what Shelstad brings to the Cardinals, including:

- His evolution as a playmaker and what the advanced stats tell us

- His ability to score at all three levels and take over late in games

- The potential of a Shelstad–Bidunga partnership

- How his game translates to Pat Kelsey's offense

- Defensive questions and his fit in John Andrzejek's system

- Our predictions for his first season in Louisville

Plus, we debate whether Shelstad can deliver the kind of impact Louisville has enjoyed from its recent point guards — and whether the Torvik projections are selling him short.

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From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

It's 5:02 Somewhere (Louisville Interviews)

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TRAP GAME: Why the Louisville Cardinals CANNOT overlook the Wake Forest Demon Deacons on Saturday

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

SCARY: Louisville Cardinals' EXPLOSIVE offense is going to get even better...

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

NATIONAL BUZZ: Louisville Cardinals SURGE after SMU win | Can they AVOID the trap game loss in 2026?

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Cardinal Sports Zone Podcast Episode #337: SMWho?; Recap & More!

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the CSZ Podcast, we are coming to you live from the Shoot 360 Studios, Jeremy is joined in studio by Sam & Shawn, & via Restream by Higgy & Wes. The guys recap yesterday's BIG win over SMU, Give out our game balls, local stories and much, much more. Another can’t miss episode!

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CLUTCH: Louisville Cardinals defeat SMU in ACC THRILLER | Keyjuan Brown could NOT be stopped!

Locked On Podcast Network — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 20:08:17 GMT

Cardinal Sports Zone Podcast Episode #336: SMU Preview; TRO

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the CSZ Podcast, we are coming to you live from the Shoot 360 Studios, Jeremy is joined in studio by Sam & Shawn, & via Restream by Higgy & Wes.

The guys preview tomorrows Top 25 match-up vs SMU, Bball recruiting, local stories and much, much more. Another can’t miss episode!

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We Are Revved Up, Baby

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:43:24 GMT

Louisville adds LJ Wells — but another Cardinal is turning heads

State of Louisville — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:29:17 GMT

Louisville basketball is STILL adding to the roster in September.

Ryan and Alan break down the addition of Northern Kentucky transfer LJ Wells, what the veteran 6'8" forward brings to Pat Kelsey's roster, and why his rebounding, experience and versatility could make him a valuable depth piece for the Cards.

Then, there's some serious buzz building around Obinna Ekezie Jr. After missing much of the summer while working his way back from injury, the reclassified freshman big man is back on the floor — and he's already turning heads in practice. How big of a role could Ekezie play this season? And if he's ahead of schedule, how does Pat Kelsey find minutes in an increasingly crowded Louisville frontcourt?

Plus:

• Why offensive rebounding could become a major part of Louisville's identity

• Pat Kelsey's history developing and utilizing athletic bigs

• What the latest practice footage tells us about this roster

• PK rallies Card Nation ahead of Louisville–SMU

• Why the buzz around Louisville athletics continues to grow

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