Head Coach
Pat Kelsey
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Ronnie Hamilton | Assistant Coach | ronnieh@gocards.com |
| Jermaine Ukaegbu | Assistant Coach | jermaine@gocards.com |
| Mitch Johnson | Assistant Coach | mitch@gocards.com |
| Eli Foy | Head Strength and Conditioning Coach/Chief of Staff | eli@gocards.com |
| Braden Connor | Director of Basketball Operations | braden@gocards.com |
| Katie Creznic | Associate Athletic Trainer/M. Basketball | katie@gocards.com |
| Zech Wu | Creative Director | zech@gocards.com |
| Stephanie Davis | Executive Assistant | stephanied@gocards.com |
About Louisville Cardinals Basketball
The University of Louisville men's basketball program represents a storied ACC tradition competing at the highest level of college basketball. Located in Louisville, Kentucky, the Cardinals play in one of the nation's most competitive conferences featuring top-tier programs and NBA-level talent. Head coach Pat Kelsey leads a program committed to developing players both on and off the court, emphasizing academic excellence alongside athletic achievement. Louisville offers student-athletes access to world-class facilities, expert coaching, and a strong support system designed to prepare them for professional opportunities. The university's robust academic programs ensure recruits receive a quality education from a respected institution. The passionate fan base and vibrant campus community create an electric environment for competing at the highest level. High school players seeking to play in a prestigious ACC program with genuine developmental focus should reach out to Coach Kelsey's staff to learn more about becoming a Cardinal.
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Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-08-13.