The wait is finally over for Louisville softball fans. The Cardinals are back in the NCAA Tournament, and their journey begins today against Grand Canyon in the Lincoln Regional.

Louisville enters as the No. 8 seed with an impressive 44-12 record, while Grand Canyon comes in as Mountain West Conference champions at 52-8. The Cardinals are looking to make noise early in this double-elimination format.

First pitch is set for 4 p.m. ET on Friday, May 15. You can catch all the action live on television or stream it online to follow every swing and strike.

This marks Louisville's 16th NCAA Tournament appearance in program history and their first since 2023. The Cardinals are eager to prove themselves on the national stage once again.

In the other side of the regional bracket, top-seeded Nebraska (46-6, seeded No. 4 overall) will face South Dakota (20-34-1) at approximately 6:30 p.m. ET. The winner of each opening game will advance, while the losers will face elimination.

For Louisville, this is more than just a game—it's a chance to build on a strong season and make a deep postseason run. Whether you're cheering from the stands or watching from home, get ready for an exciting afternoon of softball.