The legal battle between the University of Louisville and Rick Pitino intensified late Wednesday when the school counterclaimed Pitino in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky. Through the University of Louisville Athletic Association (ULAA), Louisville contends that Pitino, who coached the Cardinals from 2001 until his firing two months ago, owes the university unspecified monetary damages. Louisville contends that Pitino is liable for breach of contract, negligence and unlawful interference with business relationships between the university and the NCAA, Atlantic Coast Conference, media companies, TV networks and sponsors. Louisville also demands that Pitino indemnify the school for any penalties it must pay to the NCAA for wrongdoing connected to his acts.
Unpacking Louisville's Countersuit Against Rick Pitino
