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2006 TEAM HONORS

S O F T B A L L• Won 2006 BIG EAST Regular season title

• Appeared in national rankings for the first

time in school history; reached as high as

No. 18

M E N ’ S T E N N I S• Reached program’s highest national ranking

#12 in the 3/14/06 ITA team rankings

• Won 2006 BIG EAST Tournament

• Earned third consecutive NCAA tournament bid

• Advanced to regional finals Team won HEB

Collegiate Team Championship

S W I M M I N G• Men finish ranked No. 41 in Nation

• Women finish No. 23 and Men finish ranked

No. 30 in CSCA National Team GPA Ranking

• Vali Preda advances to NCAA Championship

Finals in two events (100-, 200-breast) Marianne

Bradford and Robbie Lewis advance to NCAA

Diving Zone Championship

• Heather Meng, BIG EAST Champion 100-breast

• Leslie Van Winkle, BIG EAST Champion 200-IM

• Vali Preda, BIG EAST Champion 100-breast,

200-breast, 200-IM

W O M E N ’ S T E N N I S • Recorded highest ITA ranking of No. 50

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V O L L E Y B A L L• Highest ever AVCA national ranking of No. 6

• NCAA Sweet Sixteen

• BIG EAST Conference Champion

M E N ’ S O U T D O O R T R A C K & F I E L D• First-ever Top 25 ranking, Debuted at

No. 23 in Trackwire.com Top 25 on May 9

• Most NCAA Championship qualifiers in one

season, Four athletes in five events

• Tone Belt, BIG EAST Champion, High Jump

• Tone Belt, BIG EAST Champion, Long Jump

• Andre Black, BIG EAST Champion,

Triple Jump

• Arthur Turland, BIG EAST Champion,

Hammer

W O M E N ’ S O U T D O O R T R A C K & F I E L D• Most NCAA Championship qualifiers in

one season, three athletes

• Most NCAA Mideast Regional qualifiers in

one season, six total qualifiers (five women

in six events)

M E N ’ S I N D O O R T R A C K & F I E L D• Tone Belt, BIG EAST Champion, Long Jump

• Andre Black, BIG EAST Champion,

Triple Jump

• Arthur Turland, BIG EAST Champion,

Weight Throw

W O M E N ’ S O U T D O O R T R A C K & F I E L D• Kelley Bowman, BIG EAST Champion,

High Jump

• Heather Trimiew, BIG EAST Champion,

400m Hurdles

W O M E N ’ S I N D O O R T R A C K & F I E L D• Heather Trimiew, BIG EAST Champion,

400m Dash

R O W I N G• Ties highest ranking in school history

- No. 20 in season’s final USRowing/CRCA

Varsity Eight Coaches Poll

“It was so special this year watching so many outstanding student-athletes excel at such a high level. The leadership of these student-

athletes is setting a new standard for our future expectations. From kickoff to the last sprint, in was a phenomenal year.”

TOM JURICHVICE PRESIDENT FOR ATHLETICS

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2006 INDIVIDUALHONORS

B A S E B A L LAll-BIG EAST Logan Johnson – Second Team Chris Cates – Third Team

M E N ’ S B A S K E T B A L LSenior CLASS Award Finalist National Invitation Tournament All TournamentNABC All-Region Taquan DeanAll-BIG EAST Taquan Dean – Second Team

W O M E N ’ S B A S K E T B A L LAll-BIG EAST Jazz Covington – First Team Angel McCoughtry – All- Freshman

M E N ’ S C R O S S C O U N T R YAll-Region Wesley KorirAll-BIG EAST Cory Thorne Wesley Korir

F I E L D H O C K E Y2005 Dartfish/NFHCA All-America Jessica Javelet – First Team2005 Dartfish/NFHCA Division I All-West Region Jessica Javelet – First Team Janelle Avila – First Teamwomen’sfieldhockey.com All-America Jessica Javelet – First Team Janelle Avila – Second TeamBIG EAST Co-Offensive Player of the Year Jessica JaveletAll-BIG EAST Janelle Avila – First Team Jessica Javelet – First Team Rachel Overton – First Team Lisa Wasser – Second Team April White – Second TeamESPN The Magazine CoSIDA Academic All-District IV At-Large Jessica Javelet – First Team

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All-BIG EAST Jamie Craft – First Team Gina Lower – Third Team Monique Gjini – Third Team

S O F T B A L LNFCA All-South Region Lacy Wood – First Team Catherine Bishop – Second TeamBIG EAST Coaching Staff of the Year Sandy Pearsall, Carol Bruggeman, Karen MarrBIG EAST Pitcher of the Year Catherine BishopAll-BIG EAST Catherine Bishop – First Team Audrey Rendon – First Team Lacy Wood – First Team Leslie Garland – Second Team Kady Garrick – First Team Courtney Moore – Third Team Michelle Vasquez – Third TeamESPN The Magazine Academic All-America Catherine Bishop - Third TeamLouisville Slugger/NFCA All-America Lacy Wood - Third Team - First U of L softball All-American

M E N ’ S G O L FAll-BIG EAST Derek Fathauer – First Team Daryl Fathauer – First Team

W O M E N ’ S G O L FBIG EAST Coach of the Year Kelly Meyers RothbergAll-BIG EAST Adrienne White – First Team Cindy LaCrosse – First Team Cristina Gonzalez – First Team

R O W I N GCRCA All-South Region Beth Daunhauer – First Team Jessica Grigsby – First Team Jenna Sample – First Team Nicole Alderson – Second Team Lisa Terreberry – Second TeamCRCA National Scholar Athlete Nicole Alderson Beth Daunhauer Lisa Terreberry

M E N ’ S S O C C E RAll-Region David Guzman - Second TeamAll-BIG EAST David Guzman – First Team

W O M E N ’ S S O C C E RCOSIDA Academic All-America Amy Seng – Third TeamAll-Great Lakes Region First Team Jamie Craft – First Team Monique Gjini - Third TeamCOSIDA Academic All-District Gina Lower – First Team Amy Seng - First Team

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F O O T B A L LBIG EAST Offensive Player of the Year Brian BrohmBIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year,Bronco Nagurski Award Winner,Vince Lombardi Award Finalist,Walter Camp Top 10 Player of the Year,AFCA First Team All-American,First Team Walter Camp All-American,First Team Associated Press All-American,Football Writers Association of America All-American, Sports Illustrated.com All-American, First Team Collegefootballnews.com All-American Elvis Dumervil

All-BIG EAST Brian Brohm – First Team Michael Bush – First Team Art Carmody – First Team Elvis Dumervil – First Team Travis Leffew – First Team Jason Spitz – First Team Joshua Tinch – First Team Montavious Stanley – Second Team Mario Urrutia – Second TeamAcademic All-BIG EAST Brian Brohm Brandon Johnson Travis Leffew Chad Rimpsey Matt Sanders Jason Spitz Michael Sturgeon, Deriontae Taylor Mario UrrutiaESPN The Magazine/CoSIDA Academic All-District Brian Brohm – Second TeamSporting News Freshman All-America Eric Wood – First Team Rod Council – Honorable Mention Mario Urrutia – Honorable MentionRivals.com All-America Eric Woodcollegefootballnews.com All-America Eric Wood - Second Team Travis Leffew - Third Team

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S W I M M I N G A N D D I V I N GBIG EAST Male Scholar-Athlete Of The Year Matt Lees

M E N ’ S T E N N I SNCAASlavko Radman selected to compete in NCAA singles championship Jakob Gustafsson/Jeremy Clark selected to compete in NCAA Doubles championship BIG EAST Coach of the Year Rex EcarmaBIG EAST Tournament Most Outstanding Performer Slavko RadmanITA Arthur Ashe Award for Leadership and Sportsmanship Jakob GustafssonESPN/The Magazine CoSIDA Academic At-Large District IV Jeremy Clark – Second Team

W O M E N ’ S T E N N I SAll-BIG EAST Robyn White

M E N ’ S O U T D O O R T R A C K & F I E L DAll-Region Tone Belt, High Jump & Long Jump Andre Black, Triple Jump Wesley Korir, 5000m Arthur Turland, Discus

W O M E N ’ S O U T D O O R T R A C K & F I E L DAll-Region Emily Turland, Hammer ThrowESPN The Magazine Academic All-District Second Team Holly Geibel – Second Team

V O L L E Y B A L LVolleyball Magazine All-American Lena Ustymenko – First TeamAVCA All-American Lena Ustymenko – First Team Jennifer Hoffman – Third TeamVolleyball Magazine All-American Jennifer Hoffman – Second TeamESPN/The Magazine CoSIDA Academic At-Large District IV Ana Yartseva Steph MarshBIG EAST Player of the Year Lena Ustymenko All-BIG EAST Lena Ustymenko – First Team Jennifer Hoffman – First Team Ana Yartseva – Second Team

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IMPACTOF THE

BIG EAST

“Unbelievable! The BIG EAST exceeded all our expectations. The BIG EAST is great competition, exposure on an unprecedented

national scale and pure class. We appreciate Commissioner Michael Tranghese and his entire staff for embracing us, our city and our campus.

It’s been a privilege being a member.”


In August of 2006, the BIG EAST Conference and ESPN announced an innovative and creative television and publicity deals that will extend the relationship between the league and the network’s vast array of media outlets through the 2013-2014 academic year.

“This is one of the most significant events in the 27 year history of the BIG EAST,” said Commissioner Mike Tranghese. “The national exposure our member institutions will receive will be unprecedented. I’d like to thank the hard work of Tom Jurich and the BIG EAST Television Negotiating Committee for the leadership, assistance and support in reaching this historic agreement.”

The agreement will expand the already extensive coverage of BIG EAST Football and Women’s Basketball as well as ensuring the BIG EAST remain the most televised conference in the country for men’s basketball.

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NATIONAL MEDIA EXPOSURE

The University of Louisville Athletic Department continues to receive unprecedented national and regional media coverage, not only for the football and men’s basketball program but for its Olympic Sports as well.

The first year in the BIG EAST Conference also gave the Cardinals an opportunity to perform in front of a new audience – sports fans up and down the East Coast of the United States. This coverage, if converted to advertising dollars, brought the department and the University millions of dollars worth of exposure to prospective students, student-athletes and fans around the United States.

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“The BIG EAST gave us an unprecedented national stage for exposure. America is seeing Louisville and its city like never before in the largest

markets in this nation. From New York City to D.C. to Philly to Tampa and back, it’s a whole new platform for Cardinal Athletics.”


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NATION’S TOP COACHES

T H R E E C O N S E C U T I V E B O W L A P P E A R A N C E S

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R O N M A N N T R A C K & F I E L D / C R O S S C O U N T R Y

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L E O N I D Y E L I N V O L L E Y B A L L

“I’m very proud of the coaches we have assembled here at U of L. They’re an elite group of coaches and tremendous leaders who represent

the university at the highest level.”TOM JURICH

VICE PRESIDENT FOR ATHLETICS

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MEETING THECHALLENGES OF

ACADEMICEXCELLENCE

Athletic Directors Honor Roll, 3.0 or higher for the semester.Fall 2005: 234 student-athletes (288 including spirit squads and managers/trainers).Spring 2006: 241 student-athletes (302 including spirit squads and managers/trainers).

Set all-time highs each semester. Represents over 50% of the student-athletes.

Women’s Tennis had every team member with a 3.0 or better cumulative grade point average (Fall 2005).

Football had its highest semester grade point average ever 2.58 (Spring 2006).

Field Hockey had the highest grade point average in each semester and for the 2005-06 School Year: 3.68

Field Hockey earned the 2005 National Field Hockey Coaches Association Division I National Academic Team Award.

Football (37) had highest number of student-athletes with a 3.0 or better semester grade point average.

10 Teams had a 3.0 or higher for the Fall 2005 and Spring 2006 semesters.

Men’s Basketball, Men’s Soccer, Women’s Soccer, Women’s Tennis and Field Hockey had their highest annual grade point averages ever.

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“We’re closer to achieving our goal of all student-athletes maintaining a 3.0 or better grade point average. I’m very proud of their

commitment in the classroom and in the community.”


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“L-Care gives us the national model in

nuts-to-bolts care for our students.

It’s the best medicine, the best character

development, the best life plan

we can create for them. I’m so

grateful for all the professionals who support our

outstanding student-athletes. L-Care separates

us from our competitors. We’re a cut

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“L-Care gives us the national model in

nuts-to-bolts care for our students.

It’s the best medicine, the best character

development, the best life plan

we can create for them. I’m so

grateful for all the professionals who support our

outstanding student-athletes. L-Care separates

us from our competitors. We’re a cut

above in supporting

our athletes.”


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CARDINALSIN THE

COMMUNITYIt is our pleasure to serve the community that serves us so well. Our L-Care program puts athletes into the community with CardsFIT. Through our community outreach programs, our athletes have amassed 3,000 service hours and served 109 organizations and touched thousands of lives. Our partnership with Women4Women and the implementation of the grant-winning program Fit-4-Me took the message of health and fitness to the underserved parts of our community.

“Our touch in the community will always be one of my top priorities. It’s not just about the scoreboard but about the chance to help others, be enriched and give back. Our student-athletes love their time in the community because they know how much the community gives to them.”


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CORPORATEPARTNERS

“We have tremendous support from so many but our “partners” give us an edge that’s been critical.Adidas made a national

statement when they made us a signature property

and one of their premier programs. Nelligan Sports Marketing brings a whole

new level of support for the Cardinal athletes. Jewish

Hospital and St. Mary’s Healthcare Services was

there from the beginning and sets a standard

for excellence that sets them and us apart from

everyone. Women4Women has created a link for our

female students that will set the stage for phenomenal women. We’re grateful to

each of our partners for their support and affiliation with the Cardinal family.”


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NEW & FUTURE

FACILITIES

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“We’ve done a lot but there is much more still to do, starting with the Papa John’s Football Stadium expansion. Our feasibility study and survey is underway. We’ve broken ground on the Yum! Center, the new basketball,

volleyball, and lacrosse practice facility. We’ll build a state-of-the-art field hockey complex with permanent seating and an Olympic weight room for all our sports and a new academic services center. We have

great opportunities in front of us to make this the Best College Sports Town in America.”


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F I E L D H O C K E Y F A C I L I T Y

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CA R D I N A L CLU B (S I T E O F 2007 ME N’S & WO M E N’S BIG EAST CH A M P I O N S H I P)

P A T T E R S O N S T A D I U M F R E E D O M H A L L

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“What’s important to us is that we build and maintain five-star, state-of-the-art facilities for our programs. This allows us to recruit and retain the finest student-athletes.

We’re proud of the extraordinary venues that have been built and look forward to more on the horizon that meet the needs of our student-athletes and the community at large.”


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CARDINAL ATHLETIC FUND

“The Cardinal Athletic Fund is the backbone of our program. It’s the foundation of making things happen for our student-athletes.

This year we’re soaring to 10,000 members strong. We have the best fans on the planet.”


Since retirement, this football alum and his wife have been able to stay active by dividing their time between attending U of L Athletic events and their grandchildren’s activities. “By participating in the Volunteer Representative Program we are able to continue to support Cardinal Athletics by contributing our time and effort for various events. ” The Sturtzels view the Rep Program as a way to feel like you’re a part of the team; and be able to be involved with promoting all men’s and women’s athletics, and ultimately encourage continued success. The Rep Program allows the Sturtzels to meet other Cardinal fans and share in each other’s devotion to cheer on their favorite team.

G il & B arb Stur tzel : Volunteer Representative Program

The Volunteer Representative Program is a great way for fans who love Cardinal Athletics to get involved and increase the support for U of L student-athletes.

As an integral part of the Cardinal Athletic Fund team our Volunteer Representatives work hand in hand with CAF staff to grow the fan base of U of L Athletics; you will be the smartest Cardinal on your block as you will be able to answer all those questions that you and your friends have!

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This vibrant Cardinal fan is one of the first to gather U of L fans together in the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area to watch Louisville sports and cheer the Cardinals to victory. “As a fan and alumni, I think it’s important that we support the Cardinals, and their vision for success.” Karen has been a huge asset to the Volunteer Rep Program, her enthusiasm for U of L has stirred numerous Cardinals fans to support their favorite team away from home. “I would encourage all other Cardinal fans to join the Rep Program-it is a great way to get involved with U of L athletics and to give something back while having a good time.”

Karen Sher wo o d: Volunteer Representative Program

Kevin and Debbie Zipperle are completely engrossed in supporting Cardinal Athletics. Through the Volunteer Rep Program and Central Cardinal Club, they are able to encourage fans to celebrate Louisville athletics’ journey toward continued success. “We have always been big fans of U of L and the Volunteer Rep Program as well as Central Cardinal Club is a great way to show our support of Cardinal Athletics and the magnificent vision Tom Jurich is setting in motion.” Both the Central Cardinal Club and the Volunteer Rep Program give them the opportunity to meet other Cardinal fans and have a great time promoting the University of Louisville.

Kevin & D eb Z ipp erle: Volunteer Representative Program/Central Cardinal Club

K E V I N & D E B Z I P P E R L E

K A R E N S H E R W O O D

REVENUES:

Football:

Ticket Sales $6,000

Media 500

Guarantees 900

Concessions/Parking 825

Suite Rentals 675

Bowl Distribution 843

Total Football 9,743

Men’s Basketball:

Ticket Sales 7,800

Media 300

Guarantees 60

Concessions/Parking 367

Suite Rentals 1,575

Other 100

Total Men’s Basketball 10,202

Cardinal Athletic Fund 8,000

Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium 315

Marketing/Licensing 3,040

NCAA/CUSA Distribution 700

Earnings 500

Gender Equity Commitment 800

Other 4,000

TOTAL REVENUE BUDGET $37,300

EXPENDITURES:

Football 7,695

Men’s Basketball 5,112

Other Sports 9,018

Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium 1,592

Facilities/Game Management 1,571

Support Services/Administration 6,472

Marketing/Licensing/CAF/Special Events 2,333

Spirit Groups 81

Other 3,076

Contingency 350

TOTAL EXPENDITURE BUDGET $37,300

FULL SCHOLARSHIP FOR 2005-06

In-state $13,935

Out-of-state $23,493

2005-06 Op erating Budget (000’s)

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