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BOZICH | The Ville rallies for 79-70 win over UKnighted in TBT opener
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The Bellarmine University alumni missed the memo that with two NBA players on its roster the University of Louisville squad was on a direct trip to big things in The Basketball Tournament. They didn’t retreat from Montrezl Harrell. They did not flinch from David Johnson....
The Ville rolls past Bellarmine alumni in 4th most attended TBT game ever
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Cards fans had a blast from the past at Freedom Hall Saturday afternoon. The University of Louisville alumni team in The Basketball Tournament, The Ville, won its opening round game against UKnighted, the Bellarmine University alumni team. Once the "Elam Ending" rules went into effect under...
Futures Finalist Lily Willis Sends Verbal to University of Louisville for 2025
Willis' arrival in 2025 could bolster the breaststroke group at the University of Louisville, where the top three 200 breaststrokers are all upperclassmen. Current photo via Lily Willis. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in...
Brickyard weather looks great, rain chances return next week
It was another great day across Central Indiana continuing our stretch of below normal temperatures, the third consecutive day in that territory. We will add another for your Sunday and plenty of days into next week as well. The weekend will end dry, with a slight haze in the sky too.
8 famous athletes that once called Louisville home
From baseball to golf, Louisville has had significant representation in some of the biggest sports in the country. Athletes such as D'Angelo Russell and Nate Hobbs have worn their hometown with pride and have even returned home to give back to the place where they started. Here are some Louisville-native...
NOTEBOOK: Louisville targets in action at Peach Jam, Augusta Live Session II
AUGUSTA, Ga. – Another busy day in the Peach State as the live recruiting period continues. The Peach Jam bracket was trimmed to the final two, while the action at the nearby Augusta Live Session II had college coaches buzzing around town for the two events. Tyran Stokes helps...
JCPS gala to raise money for students participating in extracurricular activities
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - When you think of cheerleaders, you may picture a group wearing team uniforms with their school colors, but what about if they could not afford it?. This was the case for a JCPS cheerleading team. As they stood on the sidelines dressed in matching T-shirts and shorts, Dr. April Brooks knew she needed to do something.
The Ville takes down Bellarmine team in TBT opener
It was a first half straight out of Scott Davenport's playbook at Bellarmine. The Knights alumni team - UKnighted - made crisp passes, made the extra pass, and hit three-pointers. UKnighted was 8 of 18 from long range in the first half, opened a lead as much as 12 points, and led The Ville 44-38 at halftime of the opening game of the TBT Tournament in Freedom Hall.
Fundraiser started for UofL student severely injured in I-65 crash
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A fundraiser has been started for a UofL student who is now partially paralyzed after a car crash earlier this month. UofL sophomore Chloe Gage was set to start nursing school in August. She’s deeply involved in campus life and joined the sorority Chi Omega.
Memphis Police Department Welcomes Deputy Chief Sharonda Hampton as New Interim Assistant Chief
The Memphis Police Department ushered in Deputy Chief Sharonda Hampton as the new Interim Assistant Chief of Administrative Services and Investigative Services, an appointment that follows the exit of Shawn Jones earlier this month from the same role. According to Action News 5, Hampton's new responsibilities include steering the administrative and investigative directions of the department in her interim status.
LMPD: Man found shot outside gas station in Beechmont neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A man is recovering in the hospital after being shot early Saturday. LMPD officers responded to a shooting incident at the Circle K at South Third Street and West Woodlawn Avenue around 4 a.m. Saturday in Beechmont. Officers found a man with a gunshot wound to...
Former gang member says Louisville 'not ready for crime wave' as youth get involved with gun violence
Former gang member says Louisville 'not ready for crime wave' as youth get involved with gun violence. Demetrius McDowell was pulled into gang life by the adrenaline rush. He said almost nothing compares to getting away from the police.
Kids and teachers get ready to head back to school
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The new school year is almost upon us and across WAVE Country, parents, students and teachers were all preparing for the first day of school. It’s important kids feel confident when walking through the doors on that first day of class and that’s where Lisa Popeck, a hair stylist, comes in.
Man Arrested In Connection To Fatal Hit-and-run
An 18-year-old man turned himself in on Friday in connection to a fatal hit-and-run that took place July 7 in the Russell neighborhood. According to Louisville Metro Police Spokesman Aaron Ellis, Breydn Taylor turned himself into police Friday afternoon. Police responded to a crash involving a vehicle and pedestrian at...
Cruisin’ the Heatland to return to Elizabethtown
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Elizabethtown is hosting its annual summertime festival featuring a new event. The Cruisin’ the Heartland Festival starts with its new kick-off event Thursday July 25 with a showing of Grease. Tickets can be purchased online at their website or at the box office the day of. Guests can get in for free if they dress as their favorite character from the movie.
The Ville Captures TBT Opener
So The Ville’s quest for, pinky to lower lip, one millllllllion dollars continues. The Ville 79, UKnighted 70. In the first half of the TBT Louisville Regional opener, the Eastern Parkway gang — more talented one might suppose — went back and forth with the well-schooled, disciplined gang from Norris Place.
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