Coach Charlie Strong called to testify in divorce hearing in Louisville

UT Football Head Coach Charlie Strong might have to testify in a divorce hearing in Louisville. That's where he worked before to coming to Texas. A University of Louisville trustee is not only calling for Strong's word, he also wants phone records and gifts Strong may have received from the man's wife.

Coach Strong called a news conference to introduce three new assistant coaches Monday. He took a few questions. One issue that did not come up was a motion to bring him back to Louisville, Kentucky for testimony in a divorce proceeding. He coached for the University of Louisville from 2010-13.

U of L Trustee Jonathan Blue alleges strong is a critical witness to his wife Tracy Blue's repeated behavior and activities that are inconsistent with being a role model and responsible caretaker for her children.

Blue is requesting that strong produce the following:  cell phone records dating back to 2012, all gifts from Tracy Blue including shoes, clothing, a Movado watch and other jewelry, records of credit card charges, products and accommodations that benefited Tracy Blue, flight records, and Strong's calendars from 2012 to present.

Strong released the following statement in response:

UT Men's Athletic Director Mike Perrin released this quote:

As word hit campus, students began to form their opinions of the matter.

"It seems like these allegations go against the values he's been preaching, core values, integrity, work ethic and such,” said UT student Dewayne Perry.

"I think if things don't turn around for the program in the next year this could be something that's used against him,” said UT student Nathan Hayley.

A hearing date for the issue is set for Friday, February 26th at 9:00 A.M.