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Louisville Has Officially Fired Kenny Payne

The University of Louisville has officially parted ways with men’s basketball coach Kenny Payne.

“Kenny has given a great deal to this university over a span of nearly 40 years, and he will always be a valued member of our Louisville family,” AD Josh Heird said in a statement. “When we brought Kenny home in 2022, no one had a stronger belief than me in his potential success, but it’s become clear that a change is needed to help this program achieve what is expected and attainable.

Here is a release from the school:

LOUISVILLE, Ky.