By Andre Boudreaux

On the back of junior guard Kyle Kuric’s demonstrative dunk against the University of Notre Dame, which has become a YouTube sensation, we take a look at the Top 10 University of Louisville athletic clips on that website. The number of times each video was watched is not the only criteria used in making this list. In addition, there could be a Top 10 list of just basketball, but this is a school where athletics excel across the board. The importance of a play, the game it was played in, and the achievement of the whole team are among other factors that contributed to making this list.

10. Men’s soccer, Final Four vs. UNC, Aaron Horton game winner

“UofL Last Minute Goal in College Cup” http://goo.gl/OpMZA

1,232 views

This goal, scored by freshman forward Aaron Horton against the University of North Carolina in the last minute of the game, sent the Cardinal soccer team to its first ever appearance in the National Championship game.

9. Baseball, 2007 College World Series

“Louisville Cardinal Baseball 2007” http://goo.gl/dPH81

7,776 views

This collection of images from the baseball team’s journey to the College World Series brings back memories of the team’s first ever trip to the biggest stage in college baseball. The list of accomplishments at the end is a reminder of the success of the baseball team in recent years.

8. Men’s basketball, collection of dunks

“Louisville Cardinals Basketball – Doctors of Dunk II” http://goo.gl/8eNPl

14,721 views

There are some athletically insane dunks on this video. But don’t let the title fool you. There are also great defensive plays that show the team’s athleticism by preventing opponents from what look like sure dunks.

7. Men’s basketball, Darrell Griffith vs. LSU

“Darrell Griffith’s ‘Around The World’ dunk vs LSU in 1980” http://goo.gl/RQtVE

81,444

No list would be complete without an appearance from Darrell Griffith. His windmill dunk against Louisiana State University in 1980 can only make Cardinal fans nostalgic.

6. Louisville football, 2002 vs. Florida State

“2002 Louisville Cardinals vs. Florida State Football” http://goo.gl/kT1mo

56,497 views

When an athlete falls in competition, one of the best things that can happen to him or her is to get another shot to remove those past memories. This game against then No. 4 ranked Florida State University was a perfect example. After suffering a defeat two years prior in Tallahassee, the Cardinals got their revenge.

5. Men’s basketball, 2009 Big East champions

“Louisville Basketball- Big East Tournamnet 2009” http://goo.gl/UPpBZ

13,628 views

The Cardinals were both the Big East regular season and the tournament champions this season. This video takes a look back at some of the most memorable plays on that historic run.

4. Men’s basketball, 1986 National Champions, Pervis Ellison

“1986 NCAA Basketball Championship” http://goo.gl/EMQQN

19,497 views

The last time U of L won a basketball National Championship was in 1986. Pervis Ellison carried the team that season. This video takes a look back at the final game, when the Cards defeated Duke University to claim the title.

3. Men’s basketball, Edgar Sosa’s 3-pointer to beat UK

“Sosa’s Dagger into the Hearts of the Little Blue Nation” http://goo.gl/TQ2e0

72,639 views

This video will bring a smile to faces of Cardinal fans and a gut-wrenching feeling to fans of the University of Kentucky. Edgar Sosa is the man responsible for these emotions, as he makes a last-second 3-pointer to give the Cards the victory.

2. Men’s basketball, 2010 last game in Freedom Hall

“louisville beats #1 syracuse in the final game ever at freedom hall” http://goo.gl/8fw6a

6,387 views

It may not have a lot of views, but true Cardinal fans know how important this game was and how much it meant to so many. Not only was it the final game in Freedom Hall, but Syracuse University was ranked No. 1 in the country at the time. This only adds to the significance of the win.

1. Men’s basketball, Kyle Kuric’s dunk vs. Notre Dame

“Louisville’s Kyle Kuric Throws Down On Notre Dame” http://goo.gl/WBfmX

140,378 views

Not only does this clip have the most views, it is the reason this list was created. It was on ESPN’s Top 10. Don’t take my word for it. Go see for yourself what the hype is about.