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Cardinals Soar to No. 16 in AP Poll!

12/19/2025

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The University of Louisville Cardinals women's basketball team leads the ACC at No. 16 in the Associated Press (AP) Top 25, as only three ACC teams are ranked.
That ranking followed a strong performance, including an overtime win over North Carolina.
The Cardinals return six of last year's elite freshmen.
Tajianna Roberts leads the team in scoring.
Laura Ziegler's experience has been crucial.

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Story summary

The University of Louisville Cardinals women's basketball team leads the ACC at No. 16 in the Associated Press (AP) Top 25, as only three ACC teams are ranked.
That ranking followed a strong performance, including an overtime win over North Carolina.
The Cardinals return six of last year's elite freshmen.
Tajianna Roberts leads the team in scoring.
Laura Ziegler's experience has been crucial.