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Pat Kelsey Hired as Louisville's New Men's Basketball Head Coach

The appointment ends the Cardinals' extensive search for leadership following a period of underperformance.

  • Louisville has officially hired Pat Kelsey from the College of Charleston as the Cardinals' new men's basketball head coach.
  • The hire concludes a tumultuous search for a new coach, following the firing of Kenny Payne after two underperforming seasons.
  • Kelsey brings a strong track record from Charleston and Winthrop, including multiple NCAA Tournament appearances and conference championships.
  • Louisville aims to revitalize its basketball program, which has struggled in recent years, with Kelsey's appointment.
  • The announcement is expected to be formally made at a news conference scheduled for Thursday at Louisville's practice facility.
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