LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAHS11) – The University of Louisville moved its Wendy's Wonderful Kids Spring Game due to expected weather impacting the Louisville area on Saturday.
The game was originally scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m., the football game will now be played Friday night at 7:30 p.m. in Papa John's Cardinal Stadium.
Parking lots will open at 2:30 p.m., and gates open at 6:30 p.m. Drink specials will be available on the Norton Healthcare Terrace for only $3.
"With thunderstorms in the forecast on Saturday, the best decision for everyone involved was to move the game to Friday night," Athletic Director Vince Tyra said. "In discussing with coach Petrino on Wednesday morning, we agreed for the safety of the players and fans that the best conclusion for everyone involved was to move the game to Friday night. The Wendy's Wonderful Kids Spring Game was the first opportunity for our fans to see this team this spring and we didn't want that impacted by the threat of heavy rains and lightning forecasted for the entire day."
After the game, the Cardinals will sign autographs for 45 minutes on the field. Head coach Bobby Petrino will be available as well.
Wendy's Wonderful Kids will be conducting a raffle located on the concourse above Gate 4 for a chance to win prizes such as UofL memorabilia, premium tickets to select 2018 home games, and menu items from Wendy's. All proceeds directly benefit the Dave Thomas Foundation.
