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Cats vs. Cards Challenge

The University of Louisville and the University of Kentucky are bringing their rivalry off the court and into the community with the launch of the Cards vs. Cats Challenge. Starting now through Dec. 14, fans of both teams are encouraged to show their support in a new way — by contributing to general need-based scholarships at their respective universities.

This year’s challenge builds up to the highly anticipated Louisville vs. Kentucky basketball game on Dec. 14 at Rupp Arena in Lexington. As the Cardinals prepare to take on the Wildcats in this rivalry matchup, the Cards vs. Cats Challenge allows fans to rally behind their team while making a meaningful impact.

The university with the most donors by midnight on Dec. 14 will win the challenge, earning bragging rights while proving how passionate alumni and donors are about creating opportunities for students. Fans can watch the real-time progress for both universities and see which team rises to the top at their respective challenge websites.

How to Participate

  1. Visit this link.
  2. Make your gift to support UofL’s general need-based scholarships.
  3. Share your support on social media using #CardsVsCats.

This challenge is about more than rivalry — it’s about making a difference. Contributions will directly impact students who face financial barriers to higher education, enabling them to achieve their dreams at the University of Louisville.

Track the Progress

Stay up to date on where Louisville stands during the challenge by checking real-time results here.