LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Mike Repole took the mic like he’d taken a double espresso and a dare. He didn’t just talk, he filibustered, fast-talked, and filleted half the room.

By the time he was done, he’d thrown shade at the Jets, claimed ownership of both Lexington and Louisville, and reminded us that despite 10 entries , he’s never won the Kentucky Derby.

No matter. On Tuesday, as UFL co-owner and leader of its business operations, Repole got to the starting gate with an entry the state vets can’t touch.

The Louisville Kings — the UFL’s newest franchise — are what happens when you mix spring football, marketing bravado and civic optimism, then marinate it in the limestone air of a bourbon-soaked city. It's pro football meets Derby decadence.

As Repole put it, “I’ve been scratc

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