Louisville head coach Pat Kelsey usually reserves his fiery intensity for the sidelines, specifically when battling arch-rival Kentucky. But this Christmas, that competitive fire led to an unexpected legal debate after a holiday prank by his daughter went viral.
The incident started innocently enough with a gift exchange, but ended with a thrown object and a flurry of social media accusations. Now, instead of talking about his team’s hot start, fans are jokingly asking if the Cardinals coach should be behind bars.
Why Are Fans Accusing Pat Kelsey of Crimes After a Christmas Prank?
The viral moment began when Kentucky beat writer and Sea of Blue editor Tristan Pharis shared a video capturing the sequence of events. Kelsey’s daughter decided to pull a fast one on her father Christmas morning by secretly swapping the license plate frame on his red Chevy Tahoe with one that read “Go Big Blue.”
When Kelsey discovered the rival branding on his vehicle, his reaction was immediate. He ripped the frame off and hurled it across the parking lot as far as he could. While the moment was meant to be funny, internet sleuths quickly pivoted to the legal ramifications of his toss…