LOUISVILLE — Richard and Carla Jenkins left their Chicago home at 3 a.m. Friday morning to embark on a five-hour drive to Louisville, Kentucky. With them was a packed car, including five other family members.
For years, the Jenkins would see their daughter, Chanise, play basketball in person. A five-hour drive to Louisville and work schedules wouldn’t stop that.
As it turns out, the trip was well worth they drive. They will get to see their daughter and the rest of the Blue Demons play in Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA tournament after a thrilling 73-72 win over Louisville on Sunday at the KFC Yum!