Louisville's Kelsey, Players Reflect on Season After Loss to Michigan State

Coach Kelsey discusses team's accomplishments, impact of key players, and confidence in program's future.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 10:36pm

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Louisville's men's basketball team fell short against Michigan State 77-69, ending their season. Head coach Pat Kelsey and players Ryan Conwell and Adrian Wooley spoke to the media, reflecting on the team's accomplishments, the contributions of standout players Coen Carr and Jeremy Fears Jr., and Kelsey's confidence in Louisville's program going forward.

Why it matters

Louisville's basketball program has been working to rebuild under Kelsey's leadership, and this loss in the NCAA tournament represents both progress and room for growth. The reflections from Kelsey and the players provide insight into the team's development and the coach's vision for the future.

The details

Conwell finished the game with 21 points, four rebounds, and four assists, while Wooley added 17 points, four rebounds, and three assists. Kelsey discussed the team's accomplishments over the course of the season and the impact of young stars Carr and Fears Jr. He expressed confidence in Louisville's program and its trajectory moving forward.

  • The game against Michigan State took place on March 21, 2026.

The players

Pat Kelsey

Head coach of the Louisville men's basketball team.

Ryan Conwell

Louisville player who scored 21 points in the game against Michigan State.

Adrian Wooley

Louisville player who scored 17 points in the game against Michigan State.

Coen Carr

Standout Louisville player whose impact was discussed by Coach Kelsey.

Jeremy Fears Jr.

Standout Louisville player whose impact was discussed by Coach Kelsey.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

This game represents both progress and room for growth for Louisville's basketball program under Coach Kelsey's leadership. The reflections from Kelsey and the players provide insight into the team's development and the coach's vision for the future, which will be important to follow as the program continues to rebuild.