2011-12 Players -...

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2011-12 Players

No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Yr. Exp. Hometown (Previous School)

24 Chane Behanan F 6-6 250 Fr. HS Cincinnati, Ohio (Bowling Green, Ky., HS)

25 Wayne Blackshear G/F 6-5 220 Fr. HS Chicago, Ill. (Morgan Park HS)

4 Rakeem Buckles F 6-7 215 Jr. 2L Miami, Fla. (Monsignor Pace HS)

10 Gorgui Dieng C 6-11 235 So. 1L Kebemer, Senegal (Huntington Prep)

11 Luke Hancock * F 6-6 200 Jr. Tr. Roanoke, Va. (George Mason)

15 Tim Henderson G 6-2 185 So. 1L Louisville, Ky. (Christian Academy)

13 Mark Jackson, Jr. G 6-3 210 Fr. RS Brooklyn, Ca. (Taft HS)

22 Elisha Justice G 5-10 175 So. 1L Dorton, Ky. (Shelby Valley HS)

14 Kyle Kuric G/F 6-4 195 Sr. 3L Evansville, Ind. (Memorial HS)

33 Mike Marra G 6-5 200 Jr. 2L Smithfield, R.I. (Northfield Mt. Hermon School)

1 Angel Nunez F 6-7 190 Fr. HS Washington Heights, N.Y. (Notre Dame Prep)

12 Zach Price C 6-10 235 Fr. HS Cleveland, Ohio (Jeffersontown HS)

3 Peyton Siva G 6-0 180 Jr. 2L Seattle, Wash. (Franklin HS)

5 Chris Smith G 6-2 195 Sr. 1L Millstone, N.J. (Manhattan College)

2 Russ Smith G 6-0 160 So. 1L Briarwood, N.Y. (South Kent School)

21 Jared Swopshire F 6-8 200 Jr. 2L St. Louis, Mo. (IMG Academy)

44 Stephan Van Treese F 6-8 235 Jr. 2L Indianapolis, Ind. (Lawrence North HS)

No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Yr. Exp. Hometown (Previous School)

1 Angel Nunez F 6-7 190 Fr. HS Washington Heights, N.Y. (Notre Dame Prep)

2 Russ Smith G 6-0 160 So. 1L Briarwood, N.Y. (South Kent School)

3 Peyton Siva G 6-0 180 Jr. 2L Seattle, Wash. (Franklin HS)

4 Rakeem Buckles F 6-7 215 Jr. 2L Miami, Fla. (Monsignor Pace HS)

5 Chris Smith G 6-2 195 Sr. 1L Millstone, N.J. (Manhattan College)

10 Gorgui Dieng C 6-11 235 So. 1L Kebemer, Senegal (Huntington Prep)

11 Luke Hancock * F 6-6 200 Jr. Tr. Roanoke, Va. (George Mason)

12 Zach Price C 6-10 235 Fr. HS Cleveland, Ohio. (Jeffersontown HS)

13 Mark Jackson, Jr. G 6-3 210 Fr. RS Brooklyn, Ca. (Taft HS)

14 Kyle Kuric G/F 6-4 195 Sr. 3L Evansville, Ind. (Memorial HS)

15 Tim Henderson G 6-2 185 So. 1L Louisville, Ky. (Christian Academy)

21 Jared Swopshire F 6-8 200 Jr. 2L St. Louis, Mo. (IMG Academy)

22 Elisha Justice G 5-10 175 So. 1L Dorton, Ky. (Shelby Valley HS)

24 Chane Behanan F 6-6 250 Fr. HS Cincinnati, Ohio (Bowling Green, Ky., HS)

25 Wayne Blackshear G/F 6-5 220 Fr. HS Chicago, Ill. (Morgan Park HS)

33 Mike Marra G 6-5 200 Jr. 2L Smithfield, R.I. (Northfield Mt. Hermon School)

44 Stephan Van Treese F 6-8 235 Jr. 2L Indianapolis, Ind. (Lawrence North HS)

Pronunciation Guide: Chane (Shane), Kuric (KYERR-ik), Siva (SEE-vah), Marra (MARE-uh), Nunez (NOON-yez), Gorgui Dieng (GOR-gee Jeng), Elisha (ee-LIE-shuh), Stephan (STEE-vun) * will sit out the 2011-12 season after transferring from George Mason University

Head Coach: Rick Pitino

Associate Coach: Richard Pitino

Assistant Coaches: Wyking Jones, Kevin Keatts

Director of Basketball Operations: Mark Lieberman

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Alphabetical Roster

Numerical Roster

2011-12 Rosters


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AngelNunezF | 6-7 | 190 | Fr.Washington Hts., NY.(Notre Dame Prep)

1 RussSmithG | 6-0 | 160 | So.Briarwood, N.Y.(South Kent School)

2 PeytonSivaG | 6-0 | 180 | Jr.Seattle, Wash.(Franklin HS)

3 RakeemBucklesF | 6-7 | 215 | Jr.Miami, Fla.(Monsignor Pace HS)

4 ChrisSmithG | 6-2 | 195 | Sr.Millstone, N.J.(Manhattan College)

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GorguiDiengC | 6-11 | 235 | So.Kebemer, Senegal(Huntington Prep)

10 ZachPriceC | 6-10 | 235 | Fr.Louisville, Ky.(Jeffersontown HS)

12 MarkJacksonG | 6-3 | 210 | Fr.Brooklyn, Calif.(Taft HS)

13 KyleKuricG | 6-4 | 195 | Sr.Evansville, Ind.(Memorial HS)

14 TimHendersonG | 6-2 | 185 | So.Louisville, Ky.(Christian Academy)

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JaredSwopshireF | 6-8 | 200 | Jr.St. Louis, Mo.(IMG Academy)

21 ElishaJusticeG | 5-10 | 175 | So.Dorton, Ky.(Shelby Valley HS)

22 ChaneBehananF | 6-6 | 250 | Fr.Cincinnati, Ohio(Bowling Green HS)

24 WayneBlackshearG/F | 6-5 | 220 | Fr.Chicago, Ill.(Morgan Park HS)

25 MikeMarraG | 6-5 | 200 | Jr.Smithfield, R.I.(Northfield Mt. Hermon)

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StephanVan TreeseF | 6-8 | 235 | Jr.Indianapolis, Ind.(Lawrence North HS)

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On the Bench

Rick PitinoHead Coach

Richard PitinoAssociate Coach

Wyking JonesAssistant Coach

Kevin KeattsAssistant Coach

Mark LiebermanDir. of BB Operations

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Letterwinners Returning (11) No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Yr.-Exp Hometown (Previous School) GP-GS PPG RPG APG 4 Rakeem Buckles F 6-7 215 Jr.-2L Miami, Fla. (Monsignor Pace HS) 16-10 6.8 6.1 1.5

10 Gorgui Dieng C 6-11 235 So.-L Dakar, Senegal (Huntington Prep) 29-10 5.7 4.4 0.7

15 Tim Henderson G 6-2 185 So.-1L Louisville, Ky. (Christian Academy) 18- 0 0.9 0.6 0.3

22 Elisha Justice G 5-10 175 So.-1L Pikeville, Ky. (Shelby Valley HS) 29- 0 2.4 1.0 1.1

14 Kyle Kuric G 6-4 195 Sr.-3L Evansville, Ind. (Memorial HS) 33-19 10.8 3.9 1.2

33 Mike Marra G 6-5 200 Jr.-2L Smithfield, R.I. (Northfield Mt. Hermon School) 31-11 6.4 2.1 2.0

3 Peyton Siva G 6-0 180 Jr.-2L Seattle, Wash. (Franklin HS) 35-35 9.9 3.1 5.2

5 Chris Smith G 6-2 195 Sr.-1L Millstone, N.J. (Manhattan College) 35-20 9.4 4.6 2.5

2 Russ Smith G 6-0 160 So.-1L Briarwood, N.Y. (South Kent School) 17- 0 2.2 0.4 0.8

21 Jared Swopshire F 6-8 200 Jr.-2L St. Louis, Mo. (IMG Academy) 33-20 7.5 6.1 1.3

44 Stephan Van Treese F 6-8 235 Jr.-2L Indianapolis, Ind. (Lawrence North HS) 33-12 2.9 3.5 0.3

Jared Swopshire sat out the entire 2010-11 season with a groin injury; his stats listed are from 2009-10. Buckles is recovering from a torn ACL in his right knee.

Newcomers (6) No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Yr.-Exp Hometown (Previous School) PPG RPG Other 24 Chane Behanan F 6-6 250 Fr.-HS Cincinnati, Ohio (Bowling Green, Ky. HS) 23.3 14.4 3.8 assists

25 Wayne Blackshear G/F 6-5 220 Fr.-HS Chicago, Ill. (Morgan Park HS) 32.6 14.6 5.6 assists

11 Luke Hancock * G/F 6-6 200 Jr.-Tr. Roanoke, Va. (George Mason University) 10.9 4.6 4.3 assists

13 Mark Jackson, Jr. G 6-3 210 Fr.-RS Brooklyn, Calif. (Taft HS) 2.9 1.0 1.1 assists

1 Angel Nunez F 6-7 190 Fr.-HS Washington Heights, N.Y. (Notre Dame Prep) 13.1 7.8 2.4 blocks

12 Zach Price C 6-10 235 Fr.-HS Louisville, Ky. (Jeffersontown HS) 11.6 6.9 63% FG pct.

Luke Hancock will sit out the 2011-12 season after transferring from George Mason University and will have two years of eligibility remaining.

Letterwinners Lost (3) No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Yr. Hometown (Previous School) GP-GS PPG RPG APG 0 George Goode F 6-8 230 Jr.-3L Raytown, Mo. (Raytown South HS) 27-2 2.9 1.4 0.1

23 Terrence Jennings F 6-10 230 Jr.-3L Sacramento, Calif. ( Notre Dame Prep) 34-23 9.6 5.2 0.7

2 Preston Knowles G 6-1 195 Sr.-4L Winchester, Ky. (George Rogers Clark HS) 34-33 14.6 3.9 3.1

Jennings left after three seasons with U of L to pursue professional basketball.

Goode will use his final season of eligibility in 2011-12 at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Goode and Knowles earned their degrees.

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Starters Returning (3): Guards Peyton Siva and Chris Smith, forward Kyle Kuric. Four other returnees started at least 10 games last season. Forward Jared Swopshire was a starter in 2009-10. Starters Lost (2): Guard Preston Knowles and center Terrence Jennings. Lettermen Returning: 11 (listed above) Lettermen Lost: 3 (listed above) Newcomers: 6 (listed above; four high school products, one redshirt walk-on freshman and one transfer). Seniors (2): Kyle Kuric, Chris Smith. Juniors (5): Rakeem Buckles, Mike Marra, Peyton Siva, Jared Swopshire, Stephan Van Treese. Sophomores (4): Gorgui Dieng, Tim Hen-derson, Elisha Justice, Russ Smith. Freshmen (6): Chane Behanan, Wayne Blackshear, Mark Jackson, Angel Nunez, Zach Price. Players By State/Country: California (1) - Mark Jackson. Florida (1) - Rakeem Buckles. Indiana (2) - Kyle Kuric, Stephan Van Treese.

Illinois (1) - Wayne Blackshear. Kentucky (3) - Tim Henderson, Elisha Justice, Zach Price. Missouri (1) - Jared Swopshire. New Jersey (1) - Chris Smith. New York (2) - Angel Nunez, Russ Smith. Ohio (1) - Chane Behanan. Rhode Island (1) - Mike Marra. Virginia (1) - Luke Hancock. Washington (1) - Peyton Siva. Sen-egal (1) - Gorgui Dieng. Tallest Player: Gorgui Dieng, 6-11.

Shortest Player: Elisha Justice, 5-10. Heaviest: Chane Behanan, 250 pounds. Lightest: Russ Smith, 160 pounds. Oldest: Chris Smith, 23 (born Oct. 13, 1987). Youngest: Zach Price, 19 (born June 7, 1993). In-Season Birthdays: Rakeem Buckles, Nov. 15 (will be 21); Elisha Justice, Dec. 17 (21); Mark Jackson, Dec. 28 (20); Gorgui Dieng, Jan. 18 (22); Wayne Blackshear, Feb. 11 (20).

Miscellaneous Roster Information

By Statistics

1,722 of 2,623 points 66%

924 of 1,272 rebounds 73%

476 of 608 assists 78%

5,092 of 7,125 minutes 50%

Percentage of Returning Players

Roster Analysis


0George Goode (2009-11)Joshua Tinch (2002-04)Stuart Miller (2006-08)

00Rashad Brooks (1999-2001)Robbie Valentine (1982-86)

1Terrence Williams (2005-09)Lorrenzo Wade (2004-05)Kendall Dartez (2002-04)Mac Wilkinson (2000-01)

2 Preston Knowles (2007-11) Ellis Myles (2000-05)

3Peyton Siva (2009-11)Juan Palacios (2004-08)Bryant Northern (2000-03)Tony Williams (1996-2000)Brian Kiser (1992-96)Keith Williams (1985-90)Corky Cox (1953-54)

4Rakeem Buckles (2009-11)David Padgett (2005-08)Nouha Diakite (2003-04)Hajj Turner (1998-02)Jerry Johnson (1996-98)Tick Rogers (1992-96)Derwin Webb (1988-89)Lancaster Gordon (1980-84)Roscoe Shackelford (1954-55)Herb Harrah (1953-54)

5Chris Smith (2010-11)Earl Clark (2006-09)Taquan Dean (2002-06)Brandon Bender (2001-02)Marques Maybin (1997-01)Alvin Sims (1993-97)Mike Case (1988-93)Jerry Eaves (1978-82)Jerry Moreman (1953-55)

6Herb Harrah (1954-55)

7Dick Keffer (1953-55)

8Charlie Tyra (1954-55)

9Phil Rollins (1953-55)

10Gorgui Dieng (2010-11)Edgar Sosa (2006-10)Prileu Davis (2002-03)Cameron Murray (1997-99)Keith LeGree (1991-93)Shannon Fraley (1989-91)Mark McSwain (1984-87)Ulysses Bridgeman (1972-75)Larry Carter (1969-72)Bob Gorius (1965-68)Larry Holman (1964-65)Bill Akridge (1962-64)George Burnette (1958-59)Gerald DuPont (1957-58)

James Heins (1954-55)

11Chris Brickley (2009-10)Brandon Jenkins (2003-07)Charlie Taylor (1995-96)James Brewer (1988-93)Barry Sumpter (1984-85)Denny Deeken (1966-69)Denny Doutaz (1965-66)Tim Mineard (1964-65)Joe Reuther (1962-64)Fred Sawyer (1958-61)John Varoscak (1957-58)Cliff York (1953-55)

12Reginald Delk (2008-10)Brad Gianiny (2003-07)Carlos Hurt (2001-02)Matt Akridge (1995-98)Doug Calhoun (1992-94)Craig Hawley (1986-90)Kent Jones (1981-85)Danny Brown (1973-77)Gordon Minner (1967-68)Jim Shelton (1965-66)Ron Hawley (1962-64)Howard Stacey (1958-61)Jim Morgan (1954-55)

13Alhaji Mohammed (2001-04)Quintin Bailey (1998-00)Hajj Turner (1997-98)B.J. Flynn (1995-97)Derwin Webb (1989-93)Ricky Gallon (1974-78)Mike Carroll (1973-74)Richard Shay (1972-73)Bill Murton (1971-72)Bud Olsen (1959-62)

14 Kyle Kuric (2008-11)David Smith (1974-78)Butch Beard (1966-69)Wade Houston (1963-65)Jadie Frazier (1960-63)Harold Adams (1957-58)Harold Pike (1955-57)William Powell (1950-54)

15Tim Henderson (2010-11)Samardo Samuels (2009-10)Perrin Johnson (2003-07)Simeon Naydenov (2000-03)Travis Best (1997-99)Micah Layston (1995-96)Todd Howard (1989-91)Shannon Fraley (1987-89)Kevin Walls (1984-87)Greg Deuser (1977-82)Wayne Cosby (1974-76)Bill Butler (1972-74)Jim Price (1969-72)Jim Shelton (1967-68)Bill Windchy (1964-65)Sam Smith (1963-64)Jon Stripling (1960-63)Haley Adams (1959-60)Jim Heeren (1957-59)John Prudhoe (1951-55)

20Will Scott (2006-08)Titus Kennebrew (1998-99)

Paul Yaden (1996-98)Jimmy King (1992-96)Kip Stone (1990-92)Milt Wagner (1981-86)Jim Ellis (1977-78)Allen Murphy (1972-75)Larry Loehle (1971-72)Mike Grosso (1967-70)Dave Gilbert (1964-67)Bobby Doutaz (1963-64)Dick Peloff (1960-62)Roger Tieman (1957-59)

21Jared Swopshire (2008-10)Chris Current (2003-07)Marvin Stone (2002-03)Nate Johnson (1996-00)Robby Wine (1992-96)Greg Minor (1991-92)Kenny Payne (1985-89)Scooter McCray (1978-83)Tim Cooper (1972-73)Terry Howard (1971-72)Greg Neely (1968-71)Ellis Bryant (1965-68)Eddie Creamer (1962-65)Jerry Armstrong (1960-61)Alex Mantel (1957-59)Harry Hinton (1953-54)

22Elisha Justice (2010-11)George Goode (2008-09)Chad Millard (2005-06)Reece Gaines (1999-03)Rodney McCray (1979-83)Darrell Griffith (1976-77)Charlie Mitchell (1975-76)Tony Kinnaird (1973-75)Joe Meiman (1970-73)Nathan Shields (1969-70)John Studer (1968-69)Steve King (1967-68)Joe Liedtke (1965-67)Dennis Clifford (1962-65)John Turner (1958-61)

23Terrence Jennings (2008-11)Bryan Harvey (2005-06)Coric Riggs (2002-03)Eric Johnson (1994-99)Greg Minor (1992-94)LaBradford Smith (1987-91)Chris West (1982-87)Tony Branch (1976-80)Terry Howard (1972-75)Tim Cooper (1971-72)John Studer (1969-71)Marv Selvy (1966-69)Ron Rooks (1962-64)Ron Rubenstein (1959-61)John Froning (1957-58)

24Russ Smith (2010-11)Samardo Samuels (2008-09)Luke Whitehead (2000-04)Caleb Gervin (1999-00)Craig Farmer (1994-98)Troy Smith (1989-93)Will Olliges (1983-88)Daryl Cleveland (1977-81)Stanley Bunton (1973-77)Larry Loehle (1972-73)Paul Pry (1969-72)Gary Holland (1966-69)

Eddie Whitehead (1963-66)Don Goldstein (1957-59)

25Lee Steiden (2007-09)Jeff McKinley (1996-00)Jason Osborne (1993-96)David Robinson (1985-89)James Jeter (1981-85)Steve Clark (1980-81)Bobby Turner (1976-79)Jeff Wayne (1973-75)Ron Stallings (1969-72)Chas Nalevanko (1968-69)Fred Holden (1965-68)John Reuther (1962-65)Jack Ray (1960-61)Bill Geiling (1957-59)

30Jonathan Huffman (2005-07)Nate Daniels (2003-04)Damion Dantzler (1996-98)Cornelius Holden (1988-92)Manuel Forrest (1981-85)Bob Albertson (1977-79)Phillip Bond (1974-77)Rick Miles (1972-73)Alan Vilcheck (1969-72)Paul Callahan (1967-68)Ken Butters (1965-67)Tommy Finnegan (1963-65)Joe Kitchen (1957-59)

31Wes Unseld (1965-68)Joe Liedtke (1964-65)Andy White (1962-64)Gerry Watkins (1958-61)Bruce Galbraith (1957-58)

32Derrick Caracter (2006-08)Francisco Garcia (2002-05)DeJuan Wheat (1993-97)Jerome Harmon (1988-90)Bill Harmon (1973-77)Louis Simmons (1972-73)Henry Bacon (1969-72)Jerry King (1966-69)Bobby Marin (1965-66)Jerry Bergdoll (1964-65)Dave Hall (1962-64)Buddy Leathers (1958-61)Mickey Kelly (1957-58)

33Mike Marra (2009-11)Andre McGee (2005-09)Erik Brown (2000-03)Dion Edward (1998-00)Beau Zach Smith (1993-97)Jason McClendon (1989-92)Avery Marshall (1985-88)Charles Jones (1980-84)Tony Kinnaird (1975-79)Bill Bunton (1972-75)Wayne Cosby (1973-74)Rick Miles (1970-72)William Hall (1969-70)Nat Shields (1968-69)Gordon Minner (1966-67)

34Jerry Smith (2006-10)Larry O’Bannon (2001-05)Kevin Smiley (1998-00)Everick Sullivan (1988-92)

Mike Abram (1984-88)Roger Burkman (1977-81)Jim Shelton (1966-67)

35Darrell Griffith (1977-80)Paul Callahan (1968-69)

40Matt Simons (1993-95)Barry Sumpter (1983-85)Marty Pulliam (1977-82)Curt Gilstrap (1975-76)Ike Whitfield (1973-75)Greg Thomas (1972-73)Mike Lawhon (1969-72)

41Herbert Crook (1984-88)Wiley Brown (1978-82)Wesley Cox (1973-77)

42Pervis Ellison (1986-89)Jeff Hall (1982-86)Rick Wilson (1974-78)Phillip Bond (1973-74)David Harris (1972-73)Ron Thomas (1970-71)Joseph Sigur (1969-70)

43Terrance Farley (2004-08)Brian Hopgood (1991-93)Pervis Ellison (1985-86)Derek Smith (1978-82)

44Stephen Van Treese (2009-11)Brian Johnson (2005-06)Alex Sanders (1995-99)Clifford Rozier (1992-94)Tremaine Wingfield (1990-92)Tony Kimbro (1985-90)Poncho Wright (1979-82)Larry Williams (1975-79)

45Danny Mitchell (1981-85)Muhammed Lasege (2000-01)

50Damion Dantzler (1994-96)Dwayne Morton (1991-94)Felton Spencer (1986-90)

51Tobiah Hopper (1998-00)Jim Protenic (1972-74)Ken Bradley (1970-72)Bill Perkins (1969-70)

52Otis George (2001-05)Samaki Walker (1994-96)Mark McSwain (1983-84)Ken Bradley (1972-73)Jim Protenic (1971-72)Bill Perkins (1968-69)

53Troy Jackson (1997-98)

55Joseph N’Sima (2000-02)Billy Thompson (1982-86)Larry Ball (1968-69)

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14 Kyle Kuric

LOUISVILLE BASKETBALL

Junior Year: Starter in 19 games at forward. He was third in the BIG

EAST in three-point percentage (.449, 70-of-156) and was seventh in field goal percentage (.514).

Averaged a team-high 15.1 points and 5.8 rebounds over the last 13 games, hitting 34-of-74 three-pointers (.459) and 53.8 percent from the field. Kuric had aver-aged 2.7 rebounds per game prior to that stretch.

His 70 three-pointers were the 11th most for a UofL player in a single season.

Has 19 career double-figure scoring efforts, including 16 as a junior (12 of the last 19 games) when he had six 20-point scoring games.

Scored 21 points at West Virginia (7-of-9 field goals, 5-of-6 three-pointers).

Pulled down a career-high matching nine rebounds against Providence and scored 25 points.

Selected to the BIG EAST Honor Roll on Feb. 14. Totaled 23 points, five rebounds, four assists and hit

5-of-7 three-pointers as the Cardinals beat Syracuse. Scored a career-high 28 points at Notre Dame, adding

four rebounds and a steal. His dunk just before halftime in that game was named the national 2011 Papa John’s Dunk of the Year.

Produced 19 points, four rebounds and hit 6-of-9 shots against DePaul.

Scored 15 points in the Cards’ victory at No. 5 Con-necticut, connecting on 6-of-8 field goals (3-of-5 three-pointers).

Scored 20 points against St. John’s, connecting on 5-of-7 three-point goals.

Totaled 10 points, four rebounds and scored the winning basket with four seconds remaining against Marquette to cap an 18-point comeback over the final 5:44.

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Scored 25 points against Morgan State, burying 7-of-10 three-pointers and 9-of-13 shots for the game.

Off the bench against UNLV, he had 17 points, five re-bounds, two steals, and made 5-of-8 three-point goals.

Suffered a concussion in the first half against FIU, which kept him out for the Cards’ next two games against South Alabama and San Francisco.

Was crowned UofL’s Homecoming King on Oct. 9, 2010 at halftime of the Cards’ homecoming football game vs. Memphis.

Serves as the student representative on the UofL Ath-letic Association Board of Directors.

His sister Katie was a goalkeeper for UofL soccer.

Sophomore Year: Huge game in the regular season finale against then

No. 1 Syracuse, scoring a career-high 22 points, all in the second half. It was the most points scored in a half since Larry O’Bannon tied a school record with 26 first-half points against Charlotte on Jan. 3, 2005. Kuric added three rebounds, two assists, a steal, and four dunks while connecting on 9-of-11 field goals (4-of-6 three-pointers).

Averaged 8.2 points over the last five games while con-necting on 16-of-22 field goals (.727), including making 9-of-14 three pointers in those four (.643).

One of two individuals honored as Outstanding Sopho-more Student, which recognizes academic achievement and overall leadership and service. In addition to his participation on the Cardinals’ basketball team, Kuric has served as a math tutor and coached a basketball team for four-year-olds.

Scored 10 pts. and had a key late-game steal at UConn. Grabbed seven or more rebounds in three games. He

has scored at least five points in 10 games. Made his second career start at Marquette, contributing

six points and two rebounds in 21 minutes. Grabbed a career best nine rebounds and scored six

points against Radford. Produced 13 points and grabbed seven rebounds off

the bench against Louisiana Lafayette. Starter at small forward against Charlotte, producing

eight points, two rebounds and two assists.

Freshman Year: Scored two points and grabbed a season-high three

rebounds vs. Pittsburgh. Started against Indiana State and responded with nine

points, hitting 3-of-4 three-point goals in a season-high 18 minutes of action.

Buried a three-pointer and grabbed two rebounds in six minutes vs. Morehead State in his first collegiate action.

High School: Averaged 20.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.8 steals and 1.3

blocked shots as a senior in leading Memorial High School to a 21-2 record and the regional finals before falling to eventual Indiana state champion Washington (Kuric scored 22 points in that game). Memorial rose to the state’s top 3A ranking during the season.

Totalled a team-high 17 points and five rebounds as Memorial won its first sectional title in 12 years with a 67-58 victory over Princeton.

Named the Evansville Courier & Press All-Metro Player of the Year, a second team AP all-state honoree and was ranked No. 147 in the ESPN 150 listing of the top players in the class of 2008. He was selected to the Indiana All-Star team.

As a junior, Kuric averaged 22.6 points and 6.6 re-bounds in helping Memorial to a 15-7 record and the Indiana sectional finals as the Tigers won 10 of their last 12 games, earning first team all-metro honors.

Averaged 16.2 points and 5.4 reb. as a sophomore. Also played shortstop for the Memorial baseball team. Received interest from Southern Illinois, Saint Louis, and

Michigan before signing with the Cardinals.

Personal: Born Aug. 25, 1989 ... Son of Steve and Judi Kuric ...

Has one older sister (Katie) ... Major is business man-agement with a minor in entrepreneurship.

Personal goal at UofL is to “graduate from the business school and make a lot of contacts.”

Enjoys working on his car, following the stock market and going to movies in his spare time.

Chose to attend UofL because “it was the best place and opportunity to play.”

When he played basketball as a kid, he pretended he was Michael Jordan.

Wanted to wear No. 14 because 34 was his junior varsity number, 24 was his high school number, and this is the next step up.

Got started playing basketball when he was two years old and played on a six foot goal given to him by his mother’s parents.

Feels Matt Damon would be the best actor to play him in a movie.

Few people know that he is involved in the Big Brother program.

Wears the same socks and undershirt for every game. Best moments of his athletic career were UofL’s victory

over Syracuse in the final game played in Freedom Hall and winning a sectional championship in high school.

If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you would notice is his bed on the floor.

Best basketball advice given to him was “don’t be afraid to succeed.”

What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: his passion for the game.

Would most like to meet Michelangelo.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Kobe Bryant NBA Team: Los Angeles Lakers Athlete, other than a basketball player: Roger Federer Movies: Fast and Furious, Grown-ups, Inception, Avatar,

The Dark Knight, Transformers, Wedding Crashers TV Shows: Deadliest Warrior, Family Guy,

Two and a Half Men, Tosh.0 Books: Time Travel in Einstein’s Universe: The Physical

Possibilities of Travel Through Time Actor: Will Smith, Leonardo DiCaprio Comedian: Daniel Tosh, Russell Peters TV Sports Personality: Dick Vitale Subject: math, accounting, finance Musical Group/Singer: Daughtry, RHCP, Creed,

Eminem, Mohamed Kammah Foods: quesadillas, steak, chicken Midnight Snack: M&M minis Vacation spot: Italy, Egypt Best Player Ever Faced: Eric Gordon

Guard | 6-4 | 185 | sr.-3L | evansville, ind. (Memorial Hs)

Year GP GS Min Avg FG FGA Pct 3FG 3FGA Pct FT FTA Pct OReb DReb Reb Avg PF FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts Avg

2008-09 17 1 93 5.5 10 19 .526 5 11 .455 2 2 1.000 9 7 16 0.9 6 0 5 6 3 2 27 1.6

2009-10 30 2 418 13.9 43 94 .457 18 50 .360 15 24 .625 31 44 75 2.5 39 0 12 12 1 18 119 4.0

2010-11 33 19 928 28.1 130 253 .514 70 156 .449 25 33 .758 45 84 129 3.9 56 0 40 26 7 29 355 10.8

TOTAL 80 22 1439 18.0 183 366 .500 93 217 .429 42 59 .712 85 135 220 2.8 101 0 57 44 11 49 501 6.3

14 Kyle Kuric Career Statistics

Points 28 vs. Notre Dame (2/9/11)Reb. 9 vs. Radford (12/27/09) vs. Providence (3/2/11)Asst. 4 vs. Syracuse (2/12/11)Blocks 2 vs. Ohio Univ. (12/7/08), USF (1/9/11)Steals 4 vs. Chattanooga (11/22/10)FGM 11 vs. Providence (3/2/11)FGA 18 vs. Providence (3/2/11)3FGM 7 vs. Morgan State (12/27/10)3FGA 10 vs. Morgan St (12/27/10) vs. Marquette (3/10/11)FT 6 vs. Notre Dame (2/9/11)FTA 6 (3 times) latest: vs. Notre Dame (2/9/11)

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54 L O U I S V I L L E C A R D I N A L S

5 Chris Smith


Junior Year at Louisville: Double-figure scorer in 16 games as a junior. He started

20 of the last 26 games. He and Peyton Siva were the only Cardinals to play in all 35 games.

Ranked ninth in the BIG EAST in three-point percentage (.404). He was third on the team in assists (2.5).

Grabbed a career-high 11 rebounds against Marquette in the BIG EAST Tournament quarterfinals, adding five points, four assists and three steals.

Totaled a career-high 19 points, seven rebounds, three assists and two steals at Providence.

Second on the team in rebounding in BIG EAST games (4.7). He grabbed at least five rebounds in 19 games, including 12 league contests.

Led the Cards with 15 points vs. West Virginia in the KFC Yum! Center and added six rebounds, two assists and two steals.

Scored 18 points at Villanova, adding four rebounds and two assists (3-of-6 three pointers).

Totaled 17 points, six rebounds and four assists against Morehead State in the second round of the NCAA.

Produced 15 points, four assists, a team-high six boards and made 6-of-8 shots from the field against Kentucky.

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Against Morgan State, he totaled 10 points, four re-bounds and a career-high six assists.

Scored 18 points at Western Kentucky while matching a team-high with six rebounds. He hit 8-of-12 shots in the game, including 2-of-3 three-pointers.

Named the Most Valuable Player of the Billy Minardi Classic against UNLV when he totalled 17 points, six rebounds, two assists, two steals, and two blocked shots while hitting 6-of-9 shots from the field.

Scored 11 points and handed out five assists against Chattanooga off the bench, hitting 3-of-5 three-pointers.

His brother J.R. plays for the Denver Nuggets. His father Earl played for Monmouth.

At Manhattan College: Walk-on transfer who played two years at Manhattan

College, starting 41 of his 50 games there. Averaged 13.4 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.7 blocked

shots as a sophomore in helping Manhattan post a 16-14 overall record and fourth place MAAC finish. He led the Jaspers in rebounding and was second in scoring, ranking among the top 15 in the MAAC in both categories.

Scored in double digits in 20 games as a sophomore. Poured in a career high 35 points against Princeton

(12-14-08). Grabbed a career high 13 rebounds and scored 12

points at William & Mary as a sophomore (2-21-09). Named to the 2009 All-Metropolitan Division I Men’s

Basketball Third Team by the MET Basketball Writer’s Association.

Averaged 9.9 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists as a freshman at Manhattan, reaching double figures in 10 games. He started 15 of his 21 games.

Scoring high as a freshman was 22 points at Rider (1/24/08). He was the third leading scorer on the team.

High School: Averaged 18.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 2.8

steals for Coach Danny Hurley in his final prep season at St. Benedict’s Prep.

Honored on the All-Freelance League team as a senior. Prior to playing at St. Benedict’s, he played at Lakewood

High School for three years, scoring over 1,300 career points.

Also lettered two years in football at Lakewood as a wide receiver and kicker.

Personal: Born Oct. 13, 1987 ... Son of Earl and Ida Smith ... Has an

older sister (Stephanie) and an older (J.R.) and younger (Dimitrius) brother ... Major is justice administration.

Personal goal at UofL is to earn a degree in justice administration and make an All-BIG EAST team.

Enjoys reading books, playing golf, baseball and football, spending time with his family, and watching movies in his spare time.

Chose to attend UofL “to play for the best coach in country in Coach Pitino and everyone told me it wasn’t a good idea to transfer.”

Best basketball advice given to him was to “bring your game, not your name.”

Most proud of “my family for all the bumps we’ve been through and continued to stay strong.”

His parents have had the greatest influence on his athletic career.

Feels Chance from the show “Real Chance of Love” would be the best actor to play him in a movie.

Wanted to wear No. 5 because he and his brother decided to switch last year.

If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you would notice is “I have a lot of shoes.”

What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: “how straightforward he is and he’s the greatest at what he does in developing the skills of players.”

Would most like to meet Barack Obama.

Favorites: Basketball Player: J.R. Smith, Baron Davis NBA Team: Whatever team his brother plays with

Athlete, Other than a basketball player: Chris Johnson

Movies: Forgetting Sara Marshall, Love n Basketball, Slumdog Millionaire

TV Shows: Martin, Jamie Foxx and most Disney shows Book: Kite Runner Actor: Denzel Washington Comedian: Earthquake TV Sports Personality: Charles Barkley Subject: acting Musical Group/Singer: Alicia Keys, Lil Wayne, Drake,

Young Jeezy, Beyonce, Jay-z Foods: seafood, fried chicken Midnight Snack: orange cupcakes Vacation spot: Miami Best Player Ever Faced: J.R. Smith.

Guard | 6-2 | 195 | sr.-1L | Millstone, n.J. (Manhattan College)

Year GP GS Min Avg FG FGA Pct 3FG 3FGA Pct FT FTA Pct OReb DReb Reb Avg PF FO Ast TO Blk Stl Pts AvgAt Manhattan2007-08 21 15 520 24.8 78 193 .404 16 57 .281 35 56 .625 30 44 74 3.5 32 0 22 25 2 8 207 9.92008-09 29 27 946 32.6 133 367 .362 40 139 .288 83 114 .728 33 133 166 5.7 49 0 36 64 8 33 389 13.4 TOTAL 50 42 1466 20.3 211 560 .377 56 196 .286 118 170 .649 63 177 240 4.8 81 0 58 89 10 41 596 11.9

At Louisville2010-11 35 20 909 26.0 116 253 .458 38 94 .404 58 85 .682 54 107 161 4.6 50 0 88 58 3 32 328 9.4TOTAL 35 20 909 26.0 116 253 .458 38 94 .404 58 85 .682 54 107 161 4.6 50 0 88 58 3 32 328 9.4

5 Chris Smith Career Statistics

Points 19 vs. Providence (1/22/11)

Reb. 11 vs. Marquette (3/10/11)

Asst. 6 vs. Morgan State (12/27/10)

Blocks 2 vs. UNLV (12/11/10)

Steals 3 vs. Georgetown (1/31/11)

vs. Marquette (3/10/11)

FGM 8 vs. Western Ky. (12/22/10)

FGA 14 vs. Providence (3/2/11)

3FGM 3 (5 times) latest: vs. M’head St. (3/17/10)

3FGA 6 (3 times) vs. Notre Dame (3/11/11)

FT 7 vs. West Virginia (3/5/11)

FTA 8 vs. West Virginia (3/5/11)

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5 Chris Smith Career Highs


21 Jared Swopshire


Last Year: The Cardinals’ lone returning starter from 2009-10, he

was sidelined for the entire 2010-11 season with a groin injury sustained in the summer of 2010. He had surgery in Philadelphia on Jan. 20 to repair the injury. Dr. Willam C. Meyers of Core Performance Physicians performed the surgery.

Sophomore Year: Skilled forward for the Cardinals who made significant

strides, starting 20 games as a sophomore. Grabbed at least seven rebounds in 16 games. He

scored in double digits on 12 occasions. Ranked sixth in the BIG EAST in free throw percentage

(.840). Totaled 10 points and eight rebounds vs. then No. 1

Syracuse. Produced eight points, five rebounds, three assists and

two steals at Connecticut — all coming in the second half except for two of the assists.

Tied a career-best with five assists against DePaul, adding five points, seven rebounds and two steals — his third game with multiple steals last season.

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Had 12 points, nine rebounds and a career-high three blocked shots in the double overtime against Notre Dame.

Contributed 10 points, five rebounds and two assists at Syracuse.

Totalled 13 points, eight rebounds and a career-high five assists vs. Rutgers.

Had 10 points and four rebounds at Kentucky. Had nine points and nine rebounds vs. UConn. Scored eight points, handed out three assists and

matched a career best with 11 rebounds at Providence. Had 12 points, seven rebounds and matched a career-

best with three steals against USF. Scored 13 points and grabbed six rebounds against

Radford. Had 12 points and seven rebounds against Western

Carolina. Produced his first career double-double with 10 points,

11 rebounds and two assists against Arkansas.

Freshman Year: Saw action in all 37 games as a freshman. Made his first career start vs. UAB and responded with

a season-high eight points and four rebounds in 14 minutes (4-of-5 FG).

Grabbed a season-high eight rebounds vs. South Alaa. Scored seven points vs. Lamar, adding two rebounds in

nine minutes of action. Posted a double-double in an exhibition game against

Georgetown College (14 points, 11 rebounds). Was a speaker at the 2009 First Team Summer

Conference in Kansas City, an educational program for prospective basketball players.

High School: Averaged 22.1 points, 9.2 rebounds as a senior at IMG

Academy in Bradenton, Fla. A top 100 player nationally in the Class of 2008, Swop-

shire was ranked as the No. 75 prospect in the nation by Scout.com; No. 93 by USA Today recruiting analyst Rob Harrington; No. 94 in the ESPN 150; No. 95 in the CBS College Sports Top 100; and is 131st nationally by Rivals (No. 20 small forward).

All-tournament selection in the 2006 Pepsi Shootout in Naples, Fla., when he was also named the ESPN Player of the Game for his performance in the event.

Named MVP of his Florida team in the Senior Showcase basketball game after scoring 25 points against a Team USA squad (3/23/08).

In his first appearance in Freedom Hall, he totalled 33 points and 12 rebounds as his Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy team lost to Aston (Pa.) American Christian in December of 2007.

Finalist for the slam dunk contest and totalled seven points, five rebounds and two steals in the 2008 adidas Derby Festival Classic all-star game.

Averaged 20.4 points, 8.1 rebounds and 3.8 blocked shots as a junior in helping IMG Academy produce a 19-3 record.

A native of St. Louis, Mo., Swopshire played his fresh-man and sophomore years of high school at Fort Zumwalt West High School in O’Fallon, Mo.

Chose UofL after also visiting Marquette and Clemson.

Personal: Born Oct. 17, 1989 ... Son of Teddy and Diane Swopshire ...

Has three younger sisters (Jessica, Janna, Jasmine) and one younger brother (Jordan) ... Major is sport administration.

Personal goal at UofL is to be a 4.0 student and to win a national championship.

Enjoys working out, reading and listening to music in his spare time.

Chose to attend UofL because “it was the best fit for me to grow as a man and as a basketball player.”

Best basketball advice given to him was never let up. Most proud of his family. Says that God has had the greatest influence on his

athletic career. Feels Will Smith would be the best actor to play him in

a movie. When he played basketball as a kid, he pretended he

was Michael Jordan. Wanted to wear No. 21 because it was his all-star number. Got started playing basketball when “I saw it on TV and

knew that I wanted to play it.” If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you

would notice is his posters. What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: his

love for the game of basketball and the way he pushes his players to get better.


Favorites: Basketball Player: Kobe Bryant NBA Team: LA Lakers Athlete, Other than a basketball player:

Muhammad Ali Movies: The Hurricane, Ali TV Shows: ESPN Actor: Denzel Washington Comedian: Lavell Crawford Musical Groups: Lecrae, Trip Lee, Json, Thi’sl, 116,

Flame Subject: English Book: The Bible Foods: tacos Midnight Snack: peanut butter and jelly sandwich Vacation spot: the Bahamas Best Player Ever Faced: Chris Paul

Forward | 6-8 | 215 | Jr.-2L | st. Louis, Mo. (iMG academy)


2008-09 37 1 201 5.4 18 50 .360 5 19 .263 10 17 .588 14 28 42 1.1 20 0 7 18 3 6 51 1.4

2009-10 33 20 824 25.0 78 205 .380 22 68 .324 68 81 .840 62 138 200 6.1 63 1 43 42 13 22 246 7.5

TOTAL 70 21 1025 14.6 96 255 .376 27 87 .310 78 98 .796 76 166 242 3.5 83 1 50 60 16 28 297 4.2

21 Jared Swopshire Career Statistics

Points 15 vs. St. John’s (1/9/10)Reb. 11 vs. Arkansas (11/17/09) vs. Providence (1/6/10)Asst. 5 vs. Rutgers (2/6/10) vs. DePaul (2/20/10)Blocks 3 vs. Notre Dame (2/17/10)Steals 3 vs. W. Carolina (12/12/09), USF (12/30/09)FGM 5 vs. St. John’s (1/9/10) vs. Rutgers (2/6/10)FGA 13 vs. Kentucky (1/2/10)3FGM 2 (6 times) latest: vs. Connecticut (2/28)3FGA 5 vs. Connecticut (2/28)FT 7 vs. Villanova (1/11/10)FTA 7 vs. Villanova (1/11/10)

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21 Jared Swopshire Career Highs


4 Rakeem Buckles


Sophomore Year: Tough sophomore season with three separate injuries

keeping him off the court (concussion, broken finger, torn ACL).

Suffered a torn ACL in his right knee in the first half against Pitt on Feb. 27 which ended his season. He had surgery March 16 to repair the knee. It was the third injury this season that has forced him to the sidelines, also having a concussion and broken finger earlier this season that have kept him out of action.

Broke his left index finger during practice on Dec. 30 and returned to practice six weeks after the injury on Feb. 10. He had surgery to repair the injury on Dec. 30, which included the insertion of five pins at the renowned Hand Care Center at Jewish Hospital. He missed the Cardinals’ games against Kentucky and their first 11 BIG EAST games, then returned for five games before the knee injury.

Cards’ top rebounder (6.1) who ranked ninth in the BIG EAST before his injury (7.5 at the time). He had seven or more rebounds in seven games this season.

Had 15 points, six rebounds and a career-high four assists at Western Kentucky when he connected on all three of his three-point attempts.

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Suffered a concussion against Drexel and missed UofL’s game vs. Gardner-Webb.

Scored in double figures in five games as a sophomore and had three double-digit rebounding efforts.

Totalled 12 points, a career-high 14 rebounds, two as-sists and two steals against South Alabama, his second double-double of the season and third of his career.

Opened the season with 17 points, 11 rebounds and three steals against Butler.

Freshman Year: Finished his freshman year scoring a career-high 20

points against California in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. He added nine rebounds while hitting 10-of-11 field goals.

Contributed eight points — the second most of his career and his most in 20 games — and added four rebounds and a key block late in the game as the Cardinals won at Syracuse.

Made 13 of his last 16 free throws (.812), spanning his last 13 games.

Had seven points and four rebounds at Marquette. Starter at Seton Hall, contributing seven points and six

rebounds in 17 minutes. Had five points and two rebounds against Rutgers. Totaled five points, five rebounds and two steals against

Villanova in 15 minutes of action. Had six points and six rebounds against USF in the

Cardinals’ BIG EAST Conference opener. Produced his first career double-double with 10 points

and 11 rebounds at UNLV, his second straight double-digit rebounding effort.

Strong effort off the bench against Appalachian State with six points and 10 rebounds.

Scored eight points in 12 minutes against East Tennes-see State.

High School: Averaged 22.8 points, 13.1 rebounds and 3.5 blocked

shots as a senior in helping Monsignor Pace post a 24-8 record and the Class 4A regional finals, where it lost to eventual state champion Cocoa.

Honored as the Class 4A Player of the Year in Florida at Monsignor Pace, which won the state championship in his sophomore and junior seasons.

Ranked No. 36 in the Rivals.com class of 2009 (No. 11 power forward), 47th by USA Today analyst Rob Harrington, No. 67 by Scout.com and No. 78 among the ESPN 100.

Averaged 12.6 points and 9.7 rebounds as a junior when Monsignor Pace finished with a 23-9 record and won its second straight Class 4A Florida state championship.

Third-team all-state selection by the Florida Sports Writers Association as a junior, when he also earned first-team All-Dade County honors by the Miami Herald.

Scored a team-high 26 points and grabbed six rebounds for the Black Squad in the Wazoo Sports Derby Festival Classic All-Star game played in Freedom Hall.

Scored 15 points to help the Miami-Dade County All-Stars to a 102-96 victory over the Broward County All-Stars.

Also considered Miami, Florida, Florida State and Cincin-nati before signing with the Cardinals.

Personal: Born Nov. 15, 1990 ... Son of Ronald and Sabrina Buck-

les ... Has one younger sister (Precyous Reese) and four older siblings (Marquetta Wright, Roderick Mitchell, Treco Conley, Ronald Buckles) ... Major is undecided.

Personal goal at UofL is to graduate and win a national championship.

Enjoys bowling and collecting hats in his spare time. Chose to attend UofL because of Coach Pitino. Best basketball advice given to him was “no pain, no gain.” Best thing about being a Cardinal is the fan support. His parents had the greatest influence on his athletic

career. Feels Will Smith would be the best actor to play him in


was Kevin Garnett. Winning a state championship in high school was the

best moment of his athletic career to date. If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you

would notice is that “I love hats.”

What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: “his determination to make you better.”


Favorites: Basketball Player: Kevin Garnett NBA Team: Miami Heat Athlete, Other than a basketball player:

Roger Federer Movies: Hardball, Cinderella Man, Happy Feet TV Shows: Entourage Actor: Russell Crowe Comedian: RIchard Pryor TV Sports Personality: Dick Vitale Subject: math Musical Group/Singer: Young Money Foods: cornbread Midnight Snack: snickers Web site: espn.com Vacation spot: Orlando Best Player Ever Faced: Jason Williams

Forward | 6-7 | 215 | Jr.-2L | Miami, Fla. (Monsignor Pace Hs)


2009-10 32 2 363 11.3 45 86 .523 1 6 .167 30 41 .732 51 59 110 3.4 68 1 15 24 5 14 121 3.8

2010-11 16 10 301 18.8 39 81 .481 11 26 .423 19 31 .613 36 62 98 6.1 38 0 24 36 4 13 108 6.8

TOTAL 48 12 664 13.8 84 167 .503 12 32 .375 49 72 .681 87 121 208 4.3 106 1 39 60 9 27 229 4.8

4 Rakeem Buckles Career Statistics

Points 20 vs. California (3/19/10)

Reb. 14 vs. South Alabama (12/4/10)

Asst. 4 vs. San Francisco (12/8/10)

vs. Western Kentucky (12/22/10)

Blocks 1 (9 times) latest: vs. UConn (2/18/11)

Steals 3 vs. Butler (11/16/10)

FGM 10 vs. California (3/19)

FGA 12 vs. Butler (11/16/10)

3FGM 3 vs. Western Kentucky (12/22/10)

3FGA 4 vs. Butler (11/16/10)

FT 4 (3 times) vs. South Alabama (12/4/10)

FTA 7 vs. Butler (11/16/10)

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4 Rakeem Buckles Career Highs


33 Mike Marra


Sophomore Year: Double-figure scorer in 11 games as a sophomore and

also handed out at least four assists in seven games. Stellar game off the bench against Marquette in the

BIG EAST Tournament quarterfinals, totaling 22 points - second highest of his career — a career-best six three-point goals in 10 attempts, two blocked shots and three assists without a turnover.

Had nine points, a career-high matching three steals and made 3-of-6 three-pointers at Rutgers.

Grabbed a career-high eight rebounds against DePaul and added six points on a pair of three-pointers.

Buried a pair of three-pointers at No. 5 Connecticut, including one with 22 seconds remaining in the first overtime period when the Cardinals were trailing by four points.

Missed two games (WKU, Morgan State) and eight days of practice with a sprained right ankle he suffered in practice on Dec. 21. He returned to practice on Dec. 30. In his fourth game back, he reinjured the ankle at Villanova, played just five minutes and missed two games (Mar-quette, St. John’s) before returning against Providence. A back ailment slowed him in early February.

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Had 14 points and four assists against Seton Hall off the bench in the Cards’ BIG EAST opener, hitting 3-of-5 three-pointers. He followed that performance with 11 points and four assists at USF.

His 45 three-pointers in 31 games were more than double what he made as a freshman (20) and he more than doubled his freshman year scoring total.

In his first career start, he made the first basket (a three-pointer) and grabbed the first rebound in KFC Yum! Center history against Butler when he totalled 11 points, five rebounds and five assists.

Freshman Year: Saw action in 27 games as a freshman for the Cardinals. 82 of his 94 field goal attempts were from three-point

range. Scored a season-high 12 points at then No. 2 Syracuse,

making 4-of-12 three-pointers, and adding four rebounds.

Scored 10 points off the bench at Seton Hall. Played well off the bench at Providence, scoring 11

points while connecting on 3-of-5 three-point goals. Marra hails from Smithfield, R.I., about 15 miles from the Dunkin’ Donuts Center in Providence where the game was played and about 70 family and friends were in attendance.

Scored 11 points against Charlotte, adding three rebounds and two steals.

Scored his first collegiate points on a three-pointer against Morgan State (11/22).

High School: Averaged 15.3 points, 3.5 assists, and 3.2 rebounds as

a senior in helping Northfield Mount Hermon School to an 18-10 record and the quarterfinals of the NEPSAC Tournament. He connected on 36 percent of his three-point attempts.

Ranked among the top 50 shooting guards in the nation by ESPN.com and was listed No. 42 among the nation’s top shooting guards by Scout. com.

Averaged 19.2 points, 3.4 rebounds and 2.4 steals as a junior in helping Northfield Mt. Hermon to an 18-10 record.

As a junior at Mt. Hermon, he scored 36 points in one game while hitting 10-of-11 shots from three-point range.

Spent three seasons at Smithfield (R.I.) High school before moving to Northfield Mt. Hermon. He averaged 22.1 points and 11 rebounds during the 2006-07 season at Smithfield when he hit a school-record 111 three-pointers.

Mount Hermon has sent 17 players to NCAA Division I schools over the last three years.

Scored 10 points and grabbed six rebounds for the Black Squad in the 2009 Wazoo Sports Derby Festival Classic All-Star game played in Freedom Hall. He was also a finalist for both the slam dunk and three-point shooting competitions.

Selected Louisville after also considering Notre Dame, Providence, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Personal: Born May 22, 1990 ... Son of Bonnie and Anthony

Marra ... Has one older brother (Robert) ... Major is sport administration.

Personal goal at UofL is to graduate within four years. Enjoys playing golf, football and sand volleyball in his

spare time. Chose to attend UofL because of “Coach Pitino and the

support and dedication of the fans.” Best basketball advice given to him was to always have

faith. Few people know that he’s plays Xbox with his brother

online almost every day. Most proud of his family. His father has had the greatest influence on his athletic

career. Feels Vince Vaughn would be the best actor to play him

in a movie. Best thing about being a Cardinal is the fans. Wanted to wear No. 33 because the number 33 turned

sideways is his initials MM. Best basketball advice given to him was to never

give up. If you walked into his dorm room, the first

thing you would notice is his big bed and big television.

What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: his dedication to the team.

Would most like to meet Will Ferrell.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Ray Allen NBA Team: Boston Celtics Athlete, Other than a basketball player:

Tiger Woods Movies: She’s Out of My League, Wedding Crashers,

Hangover, Despicable Me TV Shows: Saturday Night Live, Conan O’Brian Actor: Chris Farley, Leonardo DiCaprio, Vince Vaughn,

Will Ferrell Comedian: Nick Swardson TV Sports Personality: Chris Berman Subject: math Musical Group/Singer: all music Foods: lobster, prime rib Midnight Snack: sandwich Vacation spot: cruise (anywhere warm) Best Player Ever Faced: Mike Beasley

Guard | 6-5 | 200 | Jr.-2L | smithfield, r.i. (northfield Mt. Hermon school)


2009-10 27 0 268 9.9 27 94 .287 20 82 .244 11 15 .733 8 21 29 1.1 25 0 16 11 6 10 85 3.1

2010-11 31 11 635 20.5 63 199 .317 45 161 .280 26 33 .788 16 50 66 2.1 43 0 61 38 10 28 197 6.4

TOTAL 58 11 903 15.6 90 293 .307 65 243 .267 37 48 .771 24 71 95 1.6 68 0 77 49 16 38 282 4.9

33 Mike Marra Career Statistics

Points 23 vs. South Alabama (12/4/10)Reb. 8 vs. DePaul (2/5/11)Asst. 5 (4 times) latest: vs. Providence (1/22/11)Blocks 2 vs. Gardner-Webb (12/18/10), Marquette (3/10/11)Steals 3 (9 times) latest: vs. Rutgers (2/22/11)FGM 8 vs. South Alabama (12/4/10)FGA 18 vs. South Alabama (12/4/10)3FGM 6 vs. Marquette (3/10/11)3FGA 14 vs. South Alabama (12/4/10)FT 5 vs. Seton Hall (1/5/11)FTA 5 vs. Seton Hall (1/5/11)

33 Mike Marra Career Highs

33 Mike Marra



3 Peyton Siva


Sophomore Year: Starting point guard who handed out at least six assists

in 17 games (five of the last six). His 5.2 assists average was the fifth highest ever at UofL and his 182 assists were the fourth most in a UofL single season.

Among the BIG EAST leaders in steals (2.0, second; 37th in the nation) and assists (5.2, fourth; 43rd in the na-tion). He had a steal in 29 of 34 games as a sophomore and gathered multiple steals in 14 of the last 23 games. He was an honorable mention All-BIG EAST selection.

His 69 steals rank eighth in a single-season all-time at Louisville.

BIG EAST All-Tournament team selection when he averaged 12.0 points, 7.7 assists and 5.3 rebounds in helping the Cardinals reach the championship game.

Earned his second BIG EAST Conference Player of the Week honor for the period from Jan. 24-30. He aver-aged 16.5 points, 5.0 assists, 3.5 rebounds and 2.5 steals and shot 70.6 percent from the field (12-of-17) while leading the Cardinals to two one-point victories over Connecticut and West Virginia.

At then No. 5 Connecticut, he totaled 19 points, seven assists, four rebounds, three steals and two blocked shots. He hit game-tying shots in both regulation and the first overtime, driving for a layup (0:29 in regulation) and a dunk (0:07 in the first OT). The 19 points were the second-most of his career. He scored 13 of his 19 points in the last seven minutes of regulation and overtime periods as the Cardinals recovered from a nine-point deficit in the last seven minutes.

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His driving scoop shot high off the backboard with 4.5 seconds left provided the winning margin in the Cards’ 55-54 victory over West Virginia in Louisville. He had 14 points, three assists, three rebounds, two steals and hit all five of his field goals.

Notched a career-best seven steals against St. John’s - tied for the third most ever at UofL. He added 10 points and a career-high 10 assists with only two turnovers. Siva is the first player in Louisville history with as many as 10 assists and seven steals in the same game and the first BIG EAST player to do it in 10 years.

Huge game at Western Kentucky with a career-high 29 points, eight assists and two steals. He was honored as BIG EAST Player of the Week for his efforts.

Freshman Year: Handed out at least three assists on 11 occasions as

a freshman. An early season wrist injury hampered his early development.

Produced eight points, three steals and matched a ca-reer high with five assists at Connecticut in 17 minutes.

Scored a career-high 14 points at West Virginia, adding two steals and a career-best matching four rebounds. He hit 5-of-6 field goals (4-of-5 three point goals).

Played an efficient 12 minutes against Cincinnati, total-ing 10 points, three assists and three steals while hitting 3-of-4 field goals.

Scored 12 points vs. Villanova, just the second game in six weeks that he played without a heavily taped wrist.

Sprained his wrist against UNLV. He missed two games with the injury (vs. Stetson, Charlotte) and played for six weeks with the wrist heavily taped. He returned to action against Western Carolina, producing five points, four assists and four steals.

Played nine games with a Reach USA team in China in May of 2010. In the team’s final game, he totaled 15 points, 14 rebounds and four assists and scored the game-winning shot in his team’s 70-69 victory.

High School: Averaged 18.1 points, 5.3 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and

2.3 steals as a senior in leading Franklin High School to a 28-1 record and the Class 3A state championship. It was Siva’s second state title in four years, also winning the Class 4A title with Franklin in 2006 as a freshman.

A McDonald’s High School All-America selection, the 19th UofL player to achieve that honor. He had six points and nine assists to help the East team to a 113-110 victory in the April 1 McDonald’s All-America game.

Named Mr. Basketball in the state of Washington, the Washington state high school player of the year by the Associated Press and the Seattle Times, the Class 3A state tournament MVP and the Metro League MVP. He was a third team Parade All-America selection.

Led the Metro League in assists. He tied a state tourna-ment record with 13 assists against Snohomish.

Averaged 21.1 points, 6.4 assists, 4.6 rebounds and 3.5 steals as a junior in helping Franklin High School to a 24-3 record and a fifth-place finish in the Washington state Class 4A tournament. He scored a season-best 45 against Ranier Beach in the second game of his junior year.

A three-year captain for Franklin, Siva ranked No. 25 nationally in the ESPN 100, 38th by Scout.com, 39th by Rivals.com, and No. 51 nationally by USA Today.

Averaged 13.2 points as a freshman in helping Franklin win the state 4A championship. He averaged 18.7 points as a sophomore.

MVP of the Black Squad in the Wazoo Sports Derby Fes-tival Classic All-Star game played in Freedom Hall when he totalled 15 points, 11 assists and three steals.

Dunked for the first time in the 7th grade. Also considered Washington, Arizona, Kentucky and

Miami (Fla.).

Personal: Born Oct. 24, 1990 ... Full name is Peyton Robert Siva,

Jr. ... Son of Yvette Gaston and Peyton Siva ... Has an older brother (Michael Siva) and sister (Leilanna Bar-rientes) ... Major is sociology.

Personal goal at UofL is to graduate. Chose to attend UofL because “it’s the best school in

the world.” Enjoys watching movies, playing video games and at-

tending church in his spare time. Best basketball advice given to him was “that I can do all

things through Christ that strengthens me.” Few people know that he is Samoan. Most proud of “my family for all of the struggles they

have overcome.” Jesus has had the greatest influence on his athletic

career. Feels Dwayne Johnson would be the best actor to play

him in a movie. Wanted to wear No. 3 because of his Christian faith, in

the Trinity of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost.

Best thing about being a Cardinal is “it’s like having another family.”

What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino is his honesty.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Jason Terry, Jamal Crawford NBA Team: Seattle Supersonics Athlete, Other than a basketball player:

Troy Polamalu Movies: Step Brothers TV Shows: George Lopez Actor: Dwayne Johnson Comedian: Kevin Hart Subject: sociology Book: Bible Musical Group/Singer: Drake Foods: mac and cheese, hamburger helper Midnight Snack: Jack in the Box Vacation spot: Panama City, Fla. Best Player Ever Faced: his brother Mike Siva

Guard | 6-0 | 180 | Jr.-2L | seattle, Wash. (Franklin Hs)


2009-10 31 0 349 11.3 38 88 .432 19 47 .404 25 41 .610 5 21 26 0.8 66 1 56 46 2 31 120 3.9

2010-11 35 35 975 27.9 114 256 .445 25 92 .272 94 138 .681 12 97 109 3.1 96 4 182 101 6 69 347 9.9

TOTAL 66 35 1324 20.1 152 344 .442 44 139 .317 119 179 .665 17 118 135 2.0 162 5 238 147 8 100 467 7.1

3 Peyton Siva Career Statistics

Points 29 vs. Western Ky. (12/22/10)

Reb. 7 vs. Seton Hall (1/5/11), UConn (3/12/11)

Asst. 10 vs. St. John’s (1/19/11), DePaul (2/5/11)

Blocks 2 vs. Connecticut (1/29/11)

Steals 7 vs. St. John’s (1/19/11)

FGM 8 vs. Western Ky. (12/22/10)

FGA 14 vs. Connecticut (2/18/11)

3FGM 4 vs. W. Virginia (1/30/10), W Ky. (12/22/10)

3FGA 7 vs. Western Ky. (12/22/10)

FT 9 vs. Western Ky. (12/22/10)

FTA 10 (3 times) latest: vs. Marquette (1/15/11)

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Sophomore Year: Averaged 4.2 points and 4.6 rebounds in BIG EAST

games, scoring in double figures in three league games. He has started 12 games, including 11 BIG EAST games.

His 70.5 percent field goal accuracy (31-of-44) in league games was among the BIG EAST leaders before he dropped below the per-game minimun.

Grabbed at least one steal in 15 games as a sophomore (21 total).

Scored 10 points and had three rebounds and a steal against Marquette (Jan. 15).

Produced career highs of 14 rebounds and 12 points against USF in his second career start, marking his first career double-double.

His game fit well with the Cards’ up-tempo style, sur-passing his totals in every category from his freshman season.

A stomach virius kept him out of practice in mid-February and limited his effectiveness against Notre Dame.

Pulled down 10 rebounds against Seton Hall and scored four points in the game, his first double-digit rebounding effort.

Totalled eight points, three steals and added four re-bounds against Marshall with a pair of dunks.

Grabbed six rebounds against Chattanooga in 16 minutes.

Freshman Year: Saw action in 15 games as a freshman. Played a solid six minutes in the first half against UConn

when Samardo Samuels and Terrence Jennings were both in foul trouble, producing two points and a steal.

Scored his first collegiate basket against East Tennessee State (11/21) while playing five minutes in that game, adding two rebounds and a blocked shot.

Grabbed three rebounds in four minutes vs. Charlotte.

High School: Averaged 12.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 2.0

blocked shots as a senior in helping Indianapolis North earn a 25-3 record and the regional finals, where it lost to Franklin Central.

AP All-State selection (second team) and a first team all-county honoree as a senior.

A three-year starter at Lawrence North, Van Treese was ranked No. 67 nationally by USA Today analyst Rob Har-rington and was listed No. 37 among the nation’s top power forwards by Scout. com. He was honored on the Indianapolis Star’s 2008 Super Team.

Averaged 11.6 points, 9.7 rebounds and 1.8 assists as a junior when Lawrence North posted an 18-6 record and reached the sectional finals.

Member of the Indiana All-Star team following his senior year which swept Kentucky in the two-game series.

Scored 11 points and grabbed seven rebounds for the

Black Squad in the 2009 Wazoo Sports Derby Festival Classic All-Star game played in Freedom Hall.

Also received interest from Ohio State and UCLA.

Personal: Born Sept. 26, 1990 ... Son of Dan and Joyce Van

Treese .... Has an older (Nathan) and younger (Jordan) brother ... Major is sport administration.

Personal goal at UofL is to graduate, win a BIG EAST Championship and an NCAA Championship.

Enjoys fishing, boating, riding ATVs, and playing X-box in his spare time.

Chose to attend UofL because “it is close to home and I wanted to play for Coach Pitino, at a great program and with the best fans in the country.”

Best basketball advice given to him was “hard work beats talent when talent isn’t working hard.”

Most proud of his family. His father has had the greatest influence on his athletic

career. Feels Vince Vaughn would be the best actor to play him

in a movie. When he played basketball as a kid, he pretended he

was Rik Smits. Wanted to wear No. 44 because “it has been my num-

ber all of my life.” If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you

would notice is his television and X-box. Best thing about being a Cardinal is “you are recognized

nationall and we have the best fans.” What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: his

work ethic and passion for the game. Would most like to meet Peyton Manning.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Reggie Miller NBA Team: Indiana Pacers Athlete, Other than a basketball player:

Peyton Manning Movies: Wedding Crashers, Inception, The Break Up,

The Patriot TV Shows: Entourage, Dexter, Tosh.O, Jersey Shore Actor: Vince Vaughn Comedian: Nick Swardson TV Sports Personality: Dick Vitale Subject: English Web Site: facebook, espn.com Musical Group/Singer: Lil Wayne, Drake, John

Mayer, Mac Miller Foods: pizza, steak, his mother’s chili Midnight Snack: ice cream, Taco Bell Vacation spot: Bahamas Best Player Ever Faced: Greg Oden

Forward | 6-8 | 235 | Jr.-2L | indianapolis, ind. (Lawrence north Hs)


2009-10 16 0 44 2.8 4 6 .667 0 0 .000 0 1 .000 3 6 9 0.6 8 0 3 5 2 1 8 0.5

2010-11 33 12 440 13.3 44 63 .698 0 0 .000 9 29 .310 55 62 117 3.5 50 0 9 21 5 21 97 2.9

TOTAL 49 12 484 9.9 48 69 .696 0 0 .000 9 30 .300 58 68 126 2.6 58 0 12 26 7 22 105 2.1

44 Stephan Van Treese Career Statistics

44 Stephan Van Treese


Points 12 vs. USF (1/9/11)

Reb. 14 vs. USF (1/9/11)

Asst. 2 vs. DePaul (2/5/11)

Blocks 1 (6 times) latest: vs. Providence (3/2/11)

Steals 3 vs. Marshall (11/27/10)

vs. Villanova (1/12/11)

FGM 6 vs. USF (1/9/11)

FGA 10 vs. USF (1/9/11)

3FGM none

3FGA none

FT 2 vs. Villanova (1/12/11)

FTA 4 vs. South Alabama (12/4/10)

vs. Connecticut (2/18/11)

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2010-11 29 10 451 15.6 68 110 .618 0 1 .000 28 52 .538 53 75 128 4.4 63 3 19 27 56 13 164 5.7

TOTAL 29 10 451 15.6 68 110 .618 0 1 .000 28 52 .538 53 75 128 4.4 63 3 19 27 56 13 164 5.7

10 Gorgui Dieng Career Statistics


Freshman Year: Pronounced GORE-gee Jeng. Produced his first career double-double with 13 points

and a career-high 12 rebounds against Connecticut (2/18/11).

Blocked a shot in 24 of his 29 games as a freshman, with multiple swats in 13 games. He was third in the BIG EAST and ranked 53rd nationally in blocks (1.9). He blocked at least four shots in five games, including rejecting five against Seton Hall and at USF in his first two BIG EAST games.

Starter at center in 10 games, averaging 6.4 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.2 blocks in those 10 starts while hitting 26-of-42 field goals (.619).

Took a hard fall early in the second half against West Virginia, hitting his head on the court and suffering a concussion and neck strain. He missed the Cardinals’ next five games against Connecticut, Georgetown, DePaul, Notre Dame and Syracuse. He returned to practice on Feb. 10 and made his first game appear-ance in three weeks at Cincinnati with three blocks and two rebounds in 12 minutes. He has been back for the last five games.

Totaled nine points, six rebounds and five blocked shots against Seton Hall in the Cardinals’ BIG EAST opener. He followed that with 10 points and five blocks at USF.

Turned his ankle in warm-ups prior and again later in the Kentucky game, which limited his effectiveness but did not keep him out of further action.

Produced eight points, a season-high 11 rebounds and seven blocked shots against Gardner-Webb in his first career start. The seven blocks in this game and vs. FIU are tied for the seventh most blocks in a game in UofL history. It was the most for a UofL player since Kendall Dartez blocked nine against Holy Cross on Dec. 7, 2003.

Totalled 15 points, five rebounds and seven blocked shots against FIU — the most blocks for a UofL player in seven years.

Totaled eight points, four rebounds and two blocks vs. Marshall.

Totaled 14 points, 11 rebounds and two blocked shots in UofL’s exhibition victory over Northern Kentucky, just six days after he was cleared by the NCAA to compete.

High School: Averaged 15.4 points, 12.6 rebounds and 7.2 blocked

shots as a senior last season at Huntington Prep. Ranked 44th nationally in the 2010 class by Rivals.com

and 46th in the nation by Scout.com Named the MVP of the Black Team in the 2010 Kentucky

Derby Festival Basketball Classic all-star game played in Louisville’s Freedom Hall on April 10 after producing 15 points, seven rebounds and eight blocked shots.

Totalled 16 points, 11 rebounds and five steals and hit a game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer in leading Senegal to a 66-65 victory over Team USA Midwest in the 2009 Nike Global Challenge in

Oregon on Aug. 8, 2009. Had narrowed his collegiate choices to Marquette, Colorado and Marshall before signing with the Cardinals. Has a 7-4 wingspan and speaks five languages, the latest of which is English.

Personal: Born Jan. 18, 1990 ... Son of Momar Dieng and Seynabou Diagne ... One of eight children in his family ... Major is sports adminstration. Personal goal at UofL is to graduate and win the national championship. Enjoys playing video games in his spare time. Best basketball advice given to him was to make “no excuses and be the best that you can.” Chose to attend UofL because “we have good people here with a great attitude.” Best moment of his athletic career was when his national team qualified for the African Championship and Olympics by beating the USA and he hit the shot to win it at the buzzer.

Wanted to wear No. 10 because he feels that the best players in sports wear that number.

If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you would notice is that it’s too clean and nice.

What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: “He wants everything perfect. If you are an average player, he will make you good and if you are good, he will make you great.”

Would most like to meet Barack OBama

Favorites: Basketball Player: Kevin Durant NBA Team: Los Angeles Lakers Athlete, Other than a basketball player:

Lionel Messi Movie: Taken Comedian: Dave Chappelle Subject: math Web site: facebook Foods: wings, lasagna, steak Vacation spot: Senegal

Center | 6-11 | 235 | so.-1L | Kebemer, sengal (Covenant/Huntington Prep)

10 Gorgui Dieng


Points 15 vs. FIU (12/1/10)Reb. 12 vs. Connecticut (2/18/11)Asst. 2 (6 times) latest: vs. Pittsburgh (2/27/11)Blocks 7 vs. FIU (12/1/10) vs. Gardner-Webb (12/18/11)Steals 2 vs. Western Ky. (12/22/10) vs. Villanova (1/12/11) vs. West Virginia (3/5/11)FGM 6 vs. FIU (12/1/10)FGA 9 vs. Connecticut (2/18/10)3FGM none3FGA 1 vs. Butler (11/16/10)FT 6 vs. USF (1/9/11)FTA 7 vs. Connecticut (2/18/11)

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15 Tim Henderson


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Freshman Year: Local walk-on guard who saw action in 18 games. He

scored in six games Scored four points and had an assist against South

Alabama. Made the most of his 10 minutes of action against Chat-

tanooga, scoring four points while adding a rebound and an assist.

One of three Kentuckians on the Cardinal roster.

High School: Averaged 16.2 points and 8.0 rebounds as a senior at

Christian Academy. Named all-region as a junior and as a senior, and was

nominated to play in the 2010 McDonald’s All-American Game.

As a senior, shot 47.9 percent from the floor, 36.8 percent from three-point land, and 79.3 percent from the line.

Collected six double-doubles on the year, among them a 15-rebound effort against Louisville Collegiate on Jan. 5, a game in which he also went 4-for-6 from behind the arc.

Scored a season-high 29 points in the 2009-10 opener, the first of 21 consecutive double-figure scoring games for Henderson to begin the campaign.

Racked up 23 points against top-ranked Trinity (Louisville) on Jan. 15.

Made 28 of his final 32 free throws (87.5%) on the season.

Averaged 18.3 points and 7.5 rebounds per game as a junior.

Before enrolling at Louisville, received a scholarship offer from Bellarmine University while also garnering interest from Belmont, Colorado, Evansville, Georgetown College, Miami (Ohio), Siena, and Wright State.

Personal: Born Sept. 15, 1991 ... Son of Jeff and Beth Henderson

... One of four siblings (April, Kelly, Jesse) ... Major is sport administration with a minor in business.

His father Jeff was a swimmer at UofL (1976-79), his mother played tennis at UofL, his sister played basket-ball at Asbury College and his sister Kelly played tennis at Bellarmine. His uncle Daniel Dabney played soccer at Milligan.

Personal goal at UofL is “to become the best that I can be and reach my full potential.”

Enjoys playing golf in his spare time. Chose to attend UofL because “I’ve been a fan my

whole life.” Best basketball advice given to him was hard work

pays off. Best moment of his athletic career to date was playing

in Madison Square Garden in New York. Few people know that he sleeps with the television on. Most proud of his family. His entire family has had the greatest influence on his

athletic career. Feels Leonardo DiCaprio would be the best actor to play

him in a movie. When he played basketball as a kid, he pretended he

was Larry Bird. Best thing about being a Cardinal is the fans. Wanted to wear No. 15 because his birthday is on the

15th of September. Got started playing basketball when his mother gave

him a small goal at age 4. The first thing someone would notice in his dorm room

is an old school 20-inch television. What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino is his

will to win. Would most like to meet Charles Barkley.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Dwyane Wade NBA Team: Miami Heat Athlete, Other than a basketball player:

Brett Favre Movies: Inception, American Gangster, Elf, Hangover TV Shows: Fresh Prince, Office, Spongebob

Squarepants, Looney Toons, SportsCenter, Man vs. Wild

Actor: Will Ferrell Comedian: Kevin Hart TV Sports Personality: Jim Rome Subject: acting Book: Bible Musical Group/Singer: D-Baum, Lil Wayne Web Site: youtube.com Foods: Mexican Midnight Snack: Mexican Vacation spot: Atlantis (Bahamas) Best Player Ever Faced: Rajon Rondo

Guard | 6-2 | 185 | so.-1L | Louisville, Ky. (Christian academy)


2010-11 18 0 63 3.5 7 21 .333 2 9 .222 1 2 .500 3 8 11 0.6 12 0 6 3 0 4 17 0.9

TOTAL 18 0 63 3.5 7 21 .333 2 9 .222 1 2 .500 3 8 11 0.6 12 0 6 3 0 4 17 0.9

15 Tim Henderson Career Statistics

15 Tim Henderson


Points 4 vs. Chattanooga (11/22/10)

vs. South Alabama (12/4/10)

Reb. 3 vs. St. John’s (1/19/11)

Asst. 2 vs. Morgan State (12/27/10)

Blocks none

Steals 2 vs. Morgan State (12/27/10)

FGM 2 vs. South Alabama (12/4/10)

FGA 7 vs. South Alabama (12/4/10)

3FGM 1 vs. Chattanooga (11/22/10)

vs. Morgan State (12/27/10)

3FGA 2 vs. Chattanooga (11/22/10)

FT 1 vs. Chattanooga (11/22/10)

FTA 2 vs. Chattanooga (11/22/10)

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22 Elisha Justice


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Freshman Year: Solid performance as the Cards’ backup point guard. He

had intially joined UofL as a walk-on before a scholar-ship became available over the summer.

Had 33 assists with 14 turnovers for the season (2.36 ratio). He committed more than one turnover in a college game just twice. Had a string of 83 minutes of turnover free floor time broken with one against Mar-quette, his first turnover since Dec. 1 vs. FIU.

Had seven points, three rebounds and a season-high three steals against Morehead State in the NCAA Tournament second round. It was the most he had scored in 25 games and his 23 minutes played was his second-most of the season.

Played 12 minutes against Marquette — his most since Dec. 11 — and contributed two assists during the Cards’ 18-point comeback in the closing 5:44.

Scored a season high 12 points and grabbed six re-bounds against Butler in his first game as a Cardinal.

Missed the Cardinals’ games against Western Kentucky and Morgan State with a concussion, which he had suf-fered in the Gardner-Webb game. He returned to play

briefly against Kentucky, but a bone bruise in his right leg kept him on the sidelines against Seton Hall.

Nicknamed “The Bullet” by UofL Coach Rick Pitino.

High School: Honored as Kentucky’s Mr. Basketball as a senior, was

the Most Valuable Player in the state tournament and was the 2010 Gatorade Kentucky Player of the Year.

Averaged 20.1 points, 5.9 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 3.9 steals for Coach Jason Booher as a senior last season as Shelby Valley posted a 32-4 record and won the 2010 Kentucky state championship.

Connected on 43.5 percent of his three-point shots (64-of-147) and 82.3 percent of his free throws (149-of-181).

Produced school record career totals of 2,086 points, 633 assists and a Kentucky state record 540 steals.

Totalled 12 points, five rebounds, five assists and four steals in the Kentucky Derby Festival Basketball Classic all-star game played in Louisville’s Freedom Hall on April 10.

Wore the No. 1 jersey for the Kentucky all-star team when it met Indiana in games on June 11 at Bellarmine’s Knights Hall (7 points, 4 assists) and June 12 at Conseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. (20 points, 4 assists).

Personal: Born Dec. 17, 1990 ... Son of Joey and Robin Justice ... Has an older brother (Jonah) and younger sister (Kyndra) ... Major is sport administra-tion with a minor in business. His brother Jonah is a senior offen-sive guard for the University of Virginia at Wise football team. Personal goal at UofL is “to reach my full potential.” Enjoys water skiing in his spare time. Best basketball advice given to him was hard work pays off. Best moment of his athletic career to date has been winning the high school state championship. Most proud of his faith in God. His father has had the greatest influence on his athletic career. Chose to attend Louisville because of the opporunity to play for Coach Pitino. When he played basketball as a kid, he pretended he was Michael Jordan. Wanted to wear No. 22 because it was his father’s number in high school.

If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you would notice is how empty it is.

What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: his knowledge of the game.

Would most like to meet Kobe Bryant.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Rajon Rondo NBA Team: Los Angeles Lakers Athlete, Other than a basketball player: Tim Tebow Movies: Never Back Down TV Shows: Fresh Prince Actor: Will Smith Comedian: Dane Cook TV Sports Personality: Dick Vitale Book: Bible Musical Group/Singer: Casting Crowns Foods: steak Midnight Snack: pop tarts Vacation spot: Panama City Beach, Fla. Best Player Ever Faced: J.R. Smith

Guard | 5-10 | 175 | so.-1L | dorton, Ky. (shelby valley Hs)


2010-11 29 0 294 10.1 21 58 .362 9 31 .290 20 34 .588 4 26 30 1.0 36 0 33 14 0 11 71 2.4

TOTAL 29 0 294 10.1 21 58 .362 9 31 .290 20 34 .588 4 26 30 1.0 36 0 33 14 0 11 71 2.4

22 Elisha Justice Career Statistics

22 Elisha Justice


Points 12 vs. Butler (11/16/10)

vs. FIU (12/1/10)

Reb. 6 vs. Butler (11/16/10)

Asst. 6 vs. Chattanooga (11/22/10)

Blocks none

Steals 3 vs. Morehead St. (3/17/11)

FGM 4 vs. FIU (12/1/10)

FGA 7 vs. Marshall (11/27/10)

3FGM 3 vs. FIU (12/1/10)

3FGA 4 vs. FIU (12/1/10)

vs. Providence (1/22/11)

FT 9 vs. Butler (11/16/10)

FTA 14 vs. Butler (11/16/10)

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2 Russ Smith


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Freshman Year: A group of injuries limited his playing time as a fresh-

man (broken foot, concussion, strained foot, sore knee), seeing action in 17 games.

Had seven steals in his last 38 minutes of floor time and at least one theft in seven of his last 10 games, despite not playing more than nine minutes in any of those contests.

His three-pointer, steal, two rebounds and defense helped provide a spark in the Cardinals’ comeback vic-tory over West Virginia.

Scored a season-high nine points and added two assists and two steals at Western Kentucky.

Scored seven points and handed out three assists against Gardner-Webb in nine minutes of action.

A strained right foot suffered in practice on Feb. 16 sidelined him for the Cards’ game against Connecticut on Feb. 18.

Missed two games against Providence and West Virginia after suffering a concussion in practice on Feb. 28.

Suffered a fracture in his right foot on Sept. 25 and missed about eight weeks, playing in his first game on Dec. 1 against FIU.

Sat out the Cards’ game against South Alabama with a sore knee, but was back on the court for a brief ap-pearance against San Francisco when he buried his first three-point goal of the year.

Made his first appearance of the season against Florida International after recovering from a broken right foot,

producing four points, two steals, a rebound and an assist in eight minutes of action.

Wore number 24 as a freshman.

High School: Played a year of prep school basketball at South Kent

(Conn.) School last season, averaging 19.7 points and 3.9 assists in helping South Kent (Conn.) School to a 20-12 record. Smith played with Pittsburgh signee forward J.J. Moore at South Kent last season.

Averaged 29.6 points, 7.3 rebounds and 3.2 assists for Coach Jack Curran as a senior in 2008-09 at Archbishop Molloy High School in Queens, N.Y. as the Stanners posted a 15-9 record.

Led the New York City Catholic league (CHSAA) in scoring two years, averaging 24.5 points per game as a junior.

Top scoring effort in high school was 47 points as a senior against both St. Francis Prep and Christ the King, the latter coming in an 87-85 loss in the CHSAA Brook-lyn/Queens Diocesan semifinals.

Named to the 2009 New York State Sportswriters Association all-state team. He also earned first-team all-CHSAA “AA” honors and New York Daily News All-Queens first team status as a senior.

Scored 27 points in the 2009 Jordan Brand Classic Regional Game at Madision Square Garden on April 18, helping the City team beat the Suburban team 129-120 to earn co-MVP honors.

Also considered Houston, LaSalle, Baylor and Arizona before signing with the Cardinals.

Personal: Born April 19, 1991 ... Son of Paulette Oneal and Russell Smith ... Has three younger siblings (Savannah, April and Reece) ... Major is communication. Personal goal at UofL is “to be good on and off the court.” Enjoys playing cards and video games in his spare time. Chose to attend UofL because of the “city, coaches, staff, playing in the BIG EAST and the great fan support.” Best basketball advice given to him was to work harder every day. Few people know that he can sleep all day. Most proud of being in school. His parents have had the greatest influ-ence on his athletic career. Feels Dave Chappelle would be the best actor to play him in a movie. When he played basketball as a kid, he pretended he was Tracy McGrady. If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you would notice is his music playing.

What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: his success as a coach and with his players

Would most like to meet Tracy McGrady and Kevin Durant.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Tracy McGrady, Kevin Durant NBA Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic Movies: Pirates of the Carribean series TV Shows: Law and Order Comedian: Dave Chappelle Subject: history Book: Lord of the Flies Musical Group/Singer: Jay-z, 50 cent, Cassidy,

D-Baum Foods: Qdoba Midnight Snack: cookies Vacation spot: Bahamas Best Player Ever Faced: New York guards from the

2008 class

Guard | 6-0 | 160 | so. - 1L | Briarwood, n.Y. (archbishop Malloy/south Kent)


2010-11 17 0 96 5.6 14 41 .341 7 17 .412 3 5 .600 1 6 7 0.4 17 0 14 13 1 13 38 2.2

TOTAL 17 0 96 5.6 14 41 .341 7 17 .412 3 5 .600 1 6 7 0.4 17 0 14 13 1 13 38 2.2

2 Russ Smith Career Statistics

Points 9 vs. Western Ky. (12/22/10)

Reb. 2 vs. West Virginia (1/26/11)

vs. Georgetown (1/31/11)

Asst. 3 vs. Gardner-Webb (12/18/10)

vs. Morgan State (12/27/10)

Blocks 1 vs. Georgetown (1/31/11)

Steals 2 vs. FIU (12/1/10)

vs. Western Ky. (12/22/10)

FGM 3 vs. Gardner-Webb (12/18/10)

vs. Western Ky. (12/22/10)

FGA 7 vs. West Virginia (1/26/11)

3FGM 2 vs. Western Ky. (12/22/10)

3FGA 4 vs. West Virginia (1/26/11)

FT 2 vs. FIU (12/1/10)

FTA 3 vs. Western Ky. (12/22/10)

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2 Russ Smith Career Highs

Pronounced SHANE. Averaged 15.5 points and 8 rebounds in a pair of exhibition

wins on the Cardinals’ foreign trip to the Bahamas in August. Averaged 23.3 points, 14.4 rebounds, 3.8 assists and

2.2 blocked shots as a senior last season for Bowling Green, which finished as the Fourth Region runner-up for the second straight season with a 25-8 record. 2011 McDonald’s All-America selection and a Parade

Magazine second team All-American. A first-team all-state selection as a junior and senior,

Behanan was ranked No. 27 nationally in the ESPN 100, 21st by Rivals.com, 23rd by Scout.com, and No. 16 by USA Today recruiting analyst Rob Harrington. Scored 11 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in the 2011

Kentucky Derby Festival Basketball Classic all-star game played in Louisville’s KFC Yum! Center. Produced three triple-doubles and 26 double-doubles

in 33 games as a senior. He scored 1,547 points in two seasons at Bowling Green. Averaged 21.2 points, 12.3 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and

2.8 blocks per game as a junior at Bowling Green, a season in which he recorded nine triple-doubles and dished out 14 assists in one contest. The Purples fell to Warren Central in double overtime, 63-58, in the 2010 Fourth Region title game. Transferred after his sophomore season from Cincinnati

Aiken, where he garnered honorable mention All-Southwest District (Division I) and first-team All-Cincinnati Metro Athletic Conference accolades after averaging 20 points per game. As a freshman, he earned third-team All-Southwest District

and first-team All-Cincinnati Metro Athletic Conference honors after averaging 20.2 points and 12.0 rebounds per game during Aiken’s 15-6 season. Behanan was also a first-team All-Area pick by the Cincinnati Enquirer. In his first game as a freshman at Aiken, he didn’t play

the first quarter, then entered the game and finished with 20 points and 10 rebounds against Taft. Named MVP of the 2010 National Basketball Players

Association (NBPA) Top 100 Camp when he led all players with 100 points (in seven games) during the prestigious event, while his scoring average of 14.3 tied for third. Reminds UofL Coach Rick Pitino of former Cardinal great

Rodney McCray with his size and skills. Also considered Cincinnati, Kentucky, Ohio State, West

Virginia and Western Kentucky before choosing to attend Louisville.

Personal: Born Sept. 24, 1992 ... Son of Heaven Warren and

Vincent Behanan ... Has four siblings (Cordero, Cameron, Calen, Ce’Arius) ... Major is undecided. Personal goal at UofL is to win the BIG EAST Championship. Best moment of his athletic career to date was when

his seventh grade team won the national title. Enjoys sleeping in his spare time. Chose to attend UofL because “I want to put Louisville

on the map baby!” Best basketball advice given to him was to stay humble. Few people know that he sleeps a lot. Most proud of being a part of Louisville Basketball. His entire family had had the greatest influence on his

athletic career. When he played basketball as a kid, he pretended he

was Kobe Bryant or Michael Jordan. Wanted to wear No. 24 because he grew up on the

2400 block in Cincinnati. If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you

would notice is his shoes and junk.

Best thing about being a Cardinal is playing with his teammates. What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino:

his passion for the game and he likes PHD (poor, hungry, driven) people. Would most like to meet Kobe Bryant.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Kobe Bryant NBA Team: Los Angeles Lakers Movies: Superbad, Stepbrothers TV Shows: Bad Girls Club, Jersey Shore Actor: Mike Epps Comedian: Katt Williams Subject: math Web Site: facebook Foods: pizza Midnight Snack: cookies and milk Vacation spot: Bahamas Best Player Ever Faced: Wayne Blackshear


Forward | 6-6 | 245 | Fr.-Hs | Cincinnati, ohio (Bowling Green, Ky., Hs)

24 Chane Behanan



Averaged 32.6 points, 14.6 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 3.7 steals as a senior to lead Morgan Park to a 20-7 record and the 3-A sectional finals, beating defending 3A state champions Hillcrest in the semifinals. 2011 McDonald’s and Parade Magazine All-America

selection. Named the 2011 Chicago Sun-Times Player of the Year

and was a two-time all-area selection. Ranked No. 16 nationally by Scout.com, No. 26 in the

ESPN 100, 36th by Rivals.com, No. 29 by USA Today recruiting analyst Rob Harrington, and is third among shooting guards nationally by Scout.com. He was in the top five in the voting for the 2010 and 2011 Illinois Mr. Basketball award. Top scoring effort as a senior was 56 points against

Chicago Ellison, adding 21 rebounds, nine blocked shots and seven steals in the game. Suffered a dislocated left shoulder in a collision in practice

prior to competing in the McDonald’s All-American game. He had surgery soon thereafter to repair his injury. Averaged 29.2 points and 14.2 rebounds as a junior to

lead Morgan Park to the 2010 Chicago Public League title.

Blackshear’s score with 13.4 seconds left was the game-winner in the Mustangs’ 61-60 victory over Marshall in the champi-onship game of the tournament. The CPL title was just the fourth since 1901 for Morgan Park, who fell in the Class 4A Oak Lawn Regional finals to Bogan, 59-55 (a game in which Blackshear scored 34 points, including 22 in the first half). As a junior, Blackshear earned Class 4A first-team all-

state honors from the Associated Press and Chicago Tribune. Blackshear produced 41 points, 21 rebounds, and six

blocks in Morgan Park’s 76-74 overtime win against Hyde Park in the semifinals of the CPL tournament last year. He scored 42 points in a 77-47 win over Uplift, including 19 points during a 37-11 third-quarter run for Morgan Park. He totalled 42 points and 18 rebounds in an 82-69 triumph over East Aurora, with both outings coming during the Mustangs’ 12-game season-opening winning streak. Played for the USA 2011 squad at the 2010 adidas

Nations Global Experience, held Aug. 5-9, 2010 in Chicago. He averaged 10.5 points in six games as his USA 2011 team defeated USA 2012 in the championship game 82-68. Participated in the NBPA Top 100 Camp in the summer

of 2010 and scored 27 points in his team’s final contest of the camp. Honored as the MVP at the Reebok All-American Camp in

Philadelphia, Pa., in the summer of 2008. After posting a game-high 16 points in the camp’s underclassman all-star game. Played his freshman and half of his sophomore seasons

at Chicago Curie High School. Also considered Illinois, Texas and Kentucky before sign-

ing with the Cardinals.

Personal: Born Feb. 11, 1992 ... Son of Carol Blackshear ... Has

three sisters ... Major is undecided. Best moment of his athletic career to date was when

he chose to play at UofL. Best basketball advice given to him was to stay positive. Few people know that he Dougie’s. Most proud of his family. His stepfather has had the greatest influence on his

athletic career. When he played basketball as a kid, he pretended he

was Tyreke Evans or Tracy McGrady. If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you

would notice is his shoes. Best thing about being a Cardinal is his teammates. What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: his

passion for the game. Would most like to meet Tyreke Evans.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Tyreke Evans NBA Team: Chicago Bulls Athlete, Other than a basketball player:

Peyton Manning Movies: The Wood TV Shows: Wayan Brothers, Jersey Shore. Actor: Will Smith Comedian: Kevin Hart Subject: writing Book: Harry Potter books Web Site: Google Musical Group/Singer: Jay-z Foods: chicken Vacation spot: Los Angeles Best Player Ever Faced: Chane Behanan

Guard/Forward | 6-5 | 225 | Fr.-Hs | Chicago, ill. (Morgan Park Hs)

25 Wayne Blackshear


Will sit out the 2011-12 season after transferring from George Mason with two years of eligibility remaining. Averaged 10.9 points, 4.6 rebounds and a team-high

4.3 assists as a sophomore last season in helping George Mason post a 27-7 record and reach the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Connected on 49.4 percent from the field, 35.9 percent

from three point range, and 81 percent at the free throw line. Totaled 18 points, five assists and three rebounds against

Villanova in the first round of the 2011 NCAA Tournament and his three-pointer with 21 seconds left put the Patriots ahead for good in a 61-57 victory. Third-team All-Colonial Athletic Association selection

as a sophomore when he scored in double figures on 19 occasions and handed out five or more assists 11 times. Earned all-rookie team honors in the CAA as a fresh-

man when he averaged 7.7 points, 3.5 rebounds and 3.0 assists for the Patriots. He gathered 59 steals in his initial two collegiate seasons. Played high school basketball at Hidden Valley High

School before playing for current UofL assistant Kevin Keatts for one season at Hargrave Military Academy when it was the national prep runner-up. Earned all-state honors while at Hidden Valley and was

selected to the all-tournament team at the National Prep Tournament with Hargrave. All-Timesland selection as a senior at Hidden Valley High

School in 2007-08 when he averaged 13.9 points and 7.1 rebounds and helped the Titans reach the state AA semifinals for the second straight season. Before selecting UofL, Hancock also considered transfer-

ring to Michigan, South Carolina, Virginia and Virginia Tech.

Personal: Born Jan. 30, 1990 ... Son of Venicia and William Hancock

... Has four brothers and a sister (Will, Matt, Robert, Stephen and Melissa) ... Major is business. Personal goal at UofL is to “graduate, play hard and

have fun.” Enjoys watching movies, playing video games, golf and

hanging out with friends in his spare time. Chose to attend UofL because of the basketball program,

Coach Pitino, Coach Keatts and his family. Best basketball advice given to him was “if he can do

it, why can’t you?”

Few people know that he hates to lose in anything. Most proud of playing for UofL. His parents have had the greatest influence on his

athletic career. Feels Gerald Butler would be the best actor to play

him in a movie. Wanted to wear No. 11 because Kyle Kuric was already

wearing his preferred No. 14. Best moment of his athletic career to date was beating

Villanova in the 2011 NCAA Tournament and coming to UofL. If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you

would notice is his TV. Best thing about being a Cardinal is “the support from

the community.” What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: his

demeanor and knowledge of the game. Would most like to meet Dirk Nowitzki.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Dirk Nowitzki NBA Team: Orlando Magic Athlete, Other than a basketball player:

Crisitano Ronaldo Movies: Hitch, I Am Legend, The Legend of Bagger Vance TV Shows: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Web Site: espn.com Actor: Will Smith Comedian: Tyler Miller TV Sports Personality: Gus Johnson Foods: lasagna Midnight Snack: peanut butter and jelly Vacation spot: any beach Best Player Ever Faced: Mike Beasley


Forward | 6-6 | 200 | Jr.-Tr. | roanoke, va. (George Mason university)

11 Luke Hancock



Redshirted the 2010-11 season. A left knee sprain kept him out of practice for the last month of the season.

Scored six points in the Cards’ Red-White intrasquad scrimmage, connecting on both of his three-point attempts.

Played a shortened season his senior year at Taft High School after meeting transfer requirements.

Shot 45.1 percent from the floor and 75.0 percent from the free throw line as a senior when the Toreadors

finished with a 26-6 record, including 10-0 in the West Valley League. Taft fell to Mater Dei 75-73 in the regional semifinals of the California Division I state tournament.

Transferred from Taft to Calabasas High School for his sophomore and junior seasons before returning to Taft for his final season.

Averaged 11.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 16 games with Calabasas as a junior, shooting 39.3 percent from the floor and 34.7 percent from behind the arc.

Went 4-for-5 from three-point range in the season opener at Calabasas while scoring 17 points. He notched his season-high with 19 points on 8-of-11 shooting versus Thousand Oaks. Played in every game and scored 86 points (3.3 per game) as a sophomore, shooting 70.0 percent from the free throw line. Son of former NBA guard and current Golden State Warriors Coach Mark Jackson, who played 17 seasons in the NBA with the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Clippers, Indiana Pacers, Denver Nuggets, Toronto Raptors, Utah Jazz, and Houston Rockets. He ranks second on the NBA’s all-time assists chart with 10,334 career assists. Pitino coached him while the head coach of the New York Knicks.

Personal: Born Dec. 28, 1991 ... Son of Mark and Desiree Jackson ... Has three younger siblings (Christian, Micah and Heavyn) ... Major is communication. His uncle Troy Jackson played basket-ball at UofL (1996-98). Personal goal at UofL is to graduate. Enjoys playing video games and minis-try in his spare time. Chose to attend UofL because “of the amazing facilities and fans, and because of a great coach in Coach Pitino.” Best basketball advice given to him was to “be the hardest worker on the court.”

Few people know that he’s a Christian youth minister. Most proud of my little brothers and sister. Jesus Christ has had the greatest influence on his

athletic career. Feels Denzel Washington would be the best actor to

play him in a movie. When he played basketball as a kid, he pretended he

was Kobe Bryant. Wanted to wear No.13 because it was his father’s number. If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you

would notice is the big screen television. Would most like to meet TD Jakes.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Carmelo Anthony Movies: Passion of the Christ, Beautiful Mind TV Shows: TBN Actor: Denzel Washington Comedian: Dave Chappelle TV Sports Personality: Mark Jackson Subject: English Book: Bible Musical Group/Singer: Marvin Sapp,

Fred Hammond, Brian McKnight Foods: Cinnabons Vacation spot: the gym Best Player Ever Faced: Kobe Bryant

Guard | 6-3 | 210 | Fr.-rs | Brooklyn, Calif. (Taft Hs)

13 Mark Jackson, Jr.


UofL’s Record on Television

Records for UofL television appearances listed at the right are since the 1979-80 season.

Post-season TV appearances are included in totals. If games were carried by both local and national or regional network, coverage is listed by the largest reaching audience. Various cable outlets may not be included in the listing. Many of the regional groups listed are no longer in existence. This season, UofL will be featured on CBS, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN Regional and WHAS. Since the 1983-84 season, all but 12 UofL basketball games have been car-ried either live or delayed on television, including exhibition games.

National Networks RecordCBS 72-60NBC 19-18ABC 13-25ESPN 87-62ESPN2 27-23ESPNU 11-5TBS 3-1USA 2-0CSTV 0-1ESPN3.com 2-0Fox Sports Net/Prime 17-6VERSUS 1-1

Regional NetworksESPN Reg. or BIG EAST Network 39-10Raycom 41-13Mizlou 1-3SPI (Sports Prod. Inc.) 5-2TSN (Turner Sports Net.) 26-3KATZ 4-3TVS 1-1

Local StationsWDRB/WFTE 169-56WHAS 122-19WBKI 4-0

1 Angel Nunez


Pronounced NOON-yez Averaged 13.1 points, 7.8 rebounds and 2.4 blocked

shots last season at Notre Dame Prep, which advanced to the finals of the 2011 National Prep Championship.

Ranked 27th nationally among small forwards by Scout.com and No. 32 among small forwards by ESPN.

Named the MVP of the White Team in the 2011 Kentucky Derby Festival Basketball Classic all-star game played in Louisville’s KFC Yum! Center after producing 16 points, five rebounds and two assists.

One of eight Notre Dame Prep players to sign with Division I schools in 2011, including two other BIG EAST players: Khem Birch of Pittsburgh and Todd Mayo of Marquette. Former UofL forward/center Terrence Jennings also played a season at Notre Dame Prep.

Played his first two seasons at Cardinal Hayes High School in Bronx, N.Y., before suiting up for the Winchendon School (Mass.) for his junior campaign.

Reminds UofL Coach Rick Pitino of former Cardinal All-American Francisco Garcia with his length and high arching shot like Garcia.

Attended the Winchendon School in 2009-10 and helped his team to a 30-10 record and the quarterfinals of the National Prep Championship. He participated in the 2010 Hoop Group Elite Camp in Reading, Pa., scoring 25 points in his final game.

Averaged 17 points, four rebounds, and three assists per game as a sophomore at Cardinal Hayes. Nunez scored 29 points in a 71-60 loss to Mount St. Michael and 24 (including 19 in the first half) in an 81-64 defeat against Bishop Ford that season.

Earned all-tournament honors in the 15U portion of the 2008 Hoop Group Jam Fest in Pittsburgh while playing for the New York Gauchos AAU team.

Chose the Cardinals after also considering Miami, West Virginia, Rutgers, Florida, Connecticut and Arizona.

Personal: Born Dec. 29, 1991 ... Son of Herminia Nunez ... Oldest

of four siblings (Thamy, Jason, James) ... Major is communication.

Personal goal at UofL is to win a BIG EAST and national championship.

Enjoys watching plays on Broadway in his spare time. Chose to attend UofL because “it has everything I need

to become successful and to become the best person and player I can be.”

Few people know that he really likes dancing. Most proud that he was able to go to college on a

scholarship. Francisco Garcia has had the greatest influence on his

athletic career. Feels Will Smith would be the best actor to play him in


was Tracy McGrady. Wanted to wear No. 1 because “someone called

me Little Penny (Hardaway) when I was 10” (1 was Hardaway’s NBA uniform number).

If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you would notice is his big Francisco Garcia poster.

What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: “what he has done with players like me in the past and he is a Hall of Fame coach.”

Would most like to meet Penny Hardaway.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Francisco Garcia, Tracy McGrady NBA Team: New York Knicks Athlete, Other than a basketball player:

Alex Rodriguez Movies: Space Jam, Through the Fire, Friday, Next Friday TV Shows: Sportscenter, Basketball Wives,

106 and Park Actor: Will Smith Comedian: Kevin Hart Subject: English Book: Othello, Holes, Green Eggs and Ham Web Site: facebook Musical Group/Singer: Chris Brown, Fabolous,

Kanye West Foods: arroz abichuela y carne

(Dominican meal of rice, beans and meat) Midnight Snack: soft baked cookies Vacation spot: Dominican Republic Best Player Ever Faced: Kemba Walker


Forward | 6-7 | 190 | Fr.-Hs | Washington Heights, n.Y. (notre dame Prep)


Averaged 11.6 points, 6.9 rebounds and shot 63 percent from the field as a senior in helping Jeffersontown High School post a 25-7 record and reach the regional finals. First team all-state selection as a senior. His family moved

to Louisville for his senior season after playing the remainder of his high school career at St. Edward’s in Lakewood, Ohio. Ranked No. 56 nationally in the ESPN 100, 67th by Rivals.

com, No. 63 by USA Today recruiting analyst Rob Harrington, and 65th by Scout.com. Missed over seven weeks and 13 games his senior year

with a deep thigh bruise. Participated in two all-star games, producing six points

and 10 rebounds for the White team in the Derby Festival Classic in Louisville’s KFC Yum! Center; and scored eight points in the NeXt All-American Classic in Chicago. Member of the 2011 Kentucky All-State team which

will face their Indiana counterparts in two games on June 10 and 11. Averaged 9.1 points per game as a junior at St. Edward’s,

capping off his season with a double-double (11 points, 10 rebounds) in St. Edward’s tight 61-57 loss to Mentor in the regional finals of the 2010 Ohio High School Boys Basketball State Championship. The Eagles finished the year 20-5, while Price garnered honorable-mention All-Northeast Lakes District honors. Scored 7.0 points per game over his first eight games as

a junior (5-3 record for St. Edward) but then turned things up as the Eagles caught fire, putting up 10.1 per contest during St. Edward’s 15-game winning streak. Price scored in double-figures four times and averaged 11.4 points during

the first five games of the streak. Averaged 15 points and eight rebounds as a sophomore

to earn honorable-mention All-Northeast Lakes District citation. Price’s Eagles went 16-7, falling to Warren Harding 61-57 in overtime in the regional semifinals despite 10 rebounds and three blocks from the center. A fifth-team all-state selection by Hoop Scoop as a fresh-

man as the Eagles (22-5) reached the state championship game before dropping a 65-52 decision to Newark. Narrowed his options to Miami (Fla.), Ohio State, Wake

Forest and Wisconsin prior to choosing to continue his education at Louisville.

Personal: Born June 7, 1993 ... Son of Valerie and James Price ...

Has one older brother (Jamie) ... Major is communication with a minor in Pan African Studies. Personal goal at UofL is to graduate. Enjoys playing paintball in his spare time. Chose to attend UofL because “it’s family.” Best basketball advice given to him was to always remain

humble. Few people know that he can speak Spanish. His mother has had the greatest influence on his athletic

career. When he played basketball as a kid, he pretended he was

Shaquille O’Neal. If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you would

notice is his Muhammad Ali posters. Best thing about being a Cardinal is the love you receive.

What impresses him the most about Coach Pitino: his passion for the game. Would most like to meet God.

Favorites: Basketball Player: Dwight Howard NBA Team: Cleveland Cavaliers Athlete, Other than a basketball player:

Muhammad Ali Movies: A Low Down Dirty Shame TV Shows: Jersey Shore Actor: Denzel Washington Comedian: Mike Epps Web Site: facebook Musical Group/Singer: Nicki Minaj Foods: seafood Midnight Snack: honey buns Vacation spot: Las Vegas Best Player Ever Faced: Angel Nunez

Center | 6-10 | 235 | Fr.-Hs | Cleveland, ohio (Jeffersontown, Ky., Hs)

12 Zach Price


The University of Louisville’s athletic symbol, chosen sometime after 1913, is a Cardinal.

The Cardinal bird was chosen to give UofL statewide identification, since the Cardinal is the state bird of Kentucky. The school colors — cardinal red and black — were adopted at the suggestion of Mrs. John L. Patterson. In printing terms, the UofL color for red is PMS 485. All of the University of Louisville’s present logos are trade marked.

Origin of the Cardinal Nickname

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