Opposing coach: Bobby Petrino [Louisville]
August 31, 2003
Game Preview
Kentucky entered the matchup with a 0–0 overall record under Rich Brooks.
Game Summary
Kentucky lost to Louisville, 40–24, on August 31, 2003.
Eric Shelton rushed for 151 yards and two touchdowns as Louisville won Rich Brooks’ Kentucky debut. The Wildcats cut an 18-point deficit to two, but punt miscues and the Cardinals’ long late drives proved decisive.
Game time: 6:30 p.m. ET
Stadium: Commonwealth Stadium
Lexington
Box Score
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 14 | 7 | 5 | 14 | 40 |
| Kentucky | 3 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 24 |
Halftime: Louisville 21; Kentucky 10
TV: ESPN2
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Attendance: 70,467
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