From the Business Wire:

It’s no secret who Kentucky Fried Chicken is pulling for in this year’s national basketball tournament championship. With KFC headquarters located in Louisville, Ky., and the University of Louisville’s basketball teams calling the KFC Yum! Center home court, the brand famous for its fried chicken will be rooting for the Cardinals.

“And we think celebrating a championship with UofL students would be a great opportunity to celebrate the launch of our new Original Recipe Boneless at the same time,” said Jason Marker, chief marketing officer for KFC.  “Everybody wins!”KFC_logo

In fact, if the Cardinals bring home the big trophy after Monday night’s game, or if the UofL women’s team pulls another big upset in the championship game on Tuesday, KFC will feed University of Louisville students for free at a restaurant near campus on Monday, April 15, during select hours. The students will be among the first in the country to enjoy a free piece of KFC’s new Original Recipe® Boneless chicken, a side item, a biscuit and a drink. After all, the celebration’s more fun if someone else picks up the tab.

Locations and time will be posted on www.kfc.com and www.facebook.com/kfc on Tuesday.

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By Charlie Springer

Charlie Springer is a former Louisville editor and sportswriter, a public affairs consultant, a UofL grad and longtime fan.