The No. 18/16 Louisville women’s basketball team (16-3, 5-1 ACC) is geared up for a three-game homestand at the KFC Yum! Center, commencing with a matchup against Boston College (11-9, 3-4 ACC) on Thursday, January 25, at 7 p.m. ET. This stretch includes four of the next five games being played at home, setting the stage for a crucial phase of the season.
Game Details:
- Date: Thursday, Jan. 25
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- Venue: KFC Yum! Center (22,090)
- TV: ACCNX (Jeff Grier – play-by-play; Jessica McDaniel – analyst)
- Radio: 93.9-FM The Ville (Nick Curran – play-by-play; Cortnee Walton – analyst)
- Series History: Louisville leads 14-1 (7-0 home, 6-0 away, 1-1 neutral)
- Last Meeting: W, 62-52 (Feb. 19, 2023, at Chestnut Hill, Mass.)
About the Eagles (Boston College):
Boston College comes into Thursday’s matchup with an 11-9 overall record and a 3-4 mark in ACC play this season. Their recent performances include a home win against Wake Forest (68-65) and a road loss to Georgia Tech (54-69). Notably, the Eagles excel in steals, leading the ACC and ranking eighth nationally with 12.6 steals per game. Dontavia Waggoner is a standout defensively, ranking fourth nationally with 64 total steals this season.
Series History:
This will be the 16th meeting between Louisville and Boston College, with the Cardinals holding a commanding 14-1 series advantage. Louisville has emerged victorious in each of the last 14 matchups against Boston College. Head Coach Jeff Walz has led the Cardinals to a perfect 13-0 record against Boston College since taking over in 2007.
Key Players for the Cardinals:
- Kiki Jefferson, recently named to the Cheryl Miller Award Top 10 list, leads the team with 12.2 points per game, showcasing efficiency with a shooting percentage of 50%.
- Olivia Cochran has been a consistent performer, leading the team in rebounding (5.9), steals (1.5), and blocks (0.6).
Healthcare Heroes Night:
Thursday’s game is designated as Healthcare Heroes night at the KFC Yum! Center. In appreciation of frontline workers, first responders, and healthcare professionals, discounted $5 tickets are available for purchase.
Home Dominance:
Louisville has had significant success at home this season, boasting a perfect 9-0 record. Since joining the ACC in 2014-15, the team has been unbeaten at home against unranked ACC opponents, with a remarkable 54-0 record.
Coach Walz’s Resilient Record:
Under Coach Jeff Walz’s 17-year tenure, the Cardinals have displayed resilience after a loss. They hold an impressive 87-24 all-time record following a loss, including a remarkable 21-3 record following a loss in ACC play.
The Cardinals aim to continue their strong home performance and build on their success as they face Boston College on Healthcare Heroes night at the KFC Yum! Center.