In a move that signals a new era for the program, former Louisville Cardinals head coach Rick Pitino returned to campus this week for a pair of scrimmages against his current team, Iona Gaels. The reunion with his alma mater brought back a flood of memories for Pitino, who coached the Cardinals to a national championship in 2013. As part of the visit, Pitino also took the opportunity to get an inside look at the current state of the program, which has undergone significant changes since his departure in 2017. The event marked a rare chance for fans to see the beloved coach back in action, and may have provided valuable insight into the direction of the program under new leadership.
Coach Rick Pitino brought the alums back for scrimmages against his new team Wednesday and Thursday, and an inside look at the program.
