Rick Pitino

University of Louisville

Spring and summer months are a crucial time to get stronger and work on your skills. We ended last year with the #2 ranked schedule in the nation. This year could possibly be #1.

 Most of our guys are in summer school.

Andre and T-Twill

-        They have been working hard on the west coast. My sympathies go out to big Laker fan Andre when the C’s win the championship this week.

-        T-Will turns 21 on June 28 ^th . Happy Birthday to a special young man.

Edgar Sosa and Earl Clark

-        Both players have been working out extremely hard. They live in the YUM! Center. I expect a big change in Edgar this year. He is maturing and understanding what team is all about.

Preston Knowles

-        I am hoping that he does not fall prey to the sophomore jinx that Edgar experienced. Does everything coaches ask during the season. Coaches cannot work with players in the spring and summer months. Self motivation is key for success. I hope he understands how competitive it will be for playing time next year.

Reggie Delk

-        Very motivated to improve. Terrific athlete who is dedicated to his routine. Also working out diligently.

Will Scott

-        Visited China to further is interest in the language and culture of that country. Also working out diligently.

Lee Steiden

-        Working out as a lifeguard at Audubon pool. He is now up to 48 new dates since April.

George Goode

-        His body is crucial to playing time next year.  The summer has to be a great developing a total makeover.

Samardo Samuels and Terrence Jennings

-        Will attend summer school in July.

Kyle Kuric

-        Is in town attending class and working out. He needs to come out of his basketball shell and show more of his skills.

Jerry Smith

-        Has a summer job in Wisconsin and will come in for second semester.

Jared Swopshire

-        In Louisville working out. He is hoping to put on twenty pounds of muscle.

5 New Things in My Life

• I will be a grandfather to a baby girl in November. Can’t wait!
• Pat Forde and I have a book coming out in October. Rebound Rules The Art of Success 2.0
• Beginning now, cutting out sugar in 98% of my food consumption. Will allow for wine only.
• Early forecast for two year old horse champion:
• Cam Gambolati has the early favorite with A.P. Cardinal. My only hope is the horse does not develop Cam’s personality.
• The only different new aspect, life without Ryan. My fourth son taking off for Georgetown University. Things won’t be the same without my loyal sidekick.