Emory, Mary Washington — both Eagles — seek first Division III national title
If Emory’s rise has been one of a steady knocking on the door, Mary Washington’s has been more of a “slow and then all at once” model.
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BBQ and seafood restaurant expected to open in downtown Hyatt Place/Hyatt House hotel
The Alcoholic Beverage Board of Marion County recently approved a license for the Kentucky-based restaurant, which will take over a space formerly occupied by Pier 48 Fish House & Oyster Bar.
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Simon family firm eyes Ritz-Carlton hotel for downtown development
The 170-room hotel would occupy the southwest corner of Georgia and Pennsylvania streets and feature a skywalk connector to the club level of Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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Performances, watch parties and public art among highlights of WNBA All-Star events
Indianapolis is hosting the WNBA All-Star Weekend July 18-19, and dozens of events have been announced to celebrate the occasion.
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‘Yes ‘Cers’: From Pacers marketing pitch to NBA playoffs rallying cry
The Indiana Pacers slogan has become both a ubiquitous sight and sound across Indianapolis amid the team’s NBA Finals run.
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Auburn, Tulsa to meet in NIT championship game
This will be Tulsa’s third appearance in the NIT championship game with victories in 1981 and 2001. The Auburn Tigers previously reached the quarterfinals in 2004.
Simons expand property holdings near Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Led by investments at and around Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Herb Simon and his family have spent over $26 million the past two years buying more than a half-dozen downtown properties.
Indiana-connected players compete in All-Star skills competitions
Nine players from seven teams took part, including former Indiana Miss Basketball Skylar Diggins, former Indiana Fever Erica Wheeler and the Fever’s Lexie Hull
Indy Hoops Pass gives fans chance to earn merch, win signed gear, Fever suite tickets
Throughout All-Star Weekend, users can accumulate points by visiting 25 locations across the city and redeeming them for merch or the chance to win a signed basketball or tickets to a 2026 Indiana Fever game.
Pacers see ‘overwhelming’ merchandise demand amid playoffs, NBA Finals run
The Pacers Team Store has experienced a surge in merchandise sales as the Pacers continue battling for the NBA championship.
New York victory squelches Pacers watch party at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
More than 10,000 people claimed free tickets to Thursday night’s watch party, which lacked opportunities for full-throated sports bedlam among Pacers’ faithful.
WNBA says probe did not substantiate alleged racist fan behavior at Sky-Fever game
The league said Tuesday that its investigation included gathering information from fans, team and arena staff, as well as an “audio and video review of the game.”
Indiana Pacers eliminate Cavs, advance to NBA’s Eastern Conference Finals
Tuesday’s victory guarantees the Pacers at least two more home games this season.
Tickets for WNBA All-Star game go on sale Tuesday. Here’s what you need to know.
With less than 100 days until the July 19 game, officials expect tickets to sell quickly.
Pacers secure home-court playoff games with victory over Cavs
Indiana won its sixth straight and clinched a top-four seed and the home-court advantage in a playoff series for the first time since 2014.
Planned practice center aims to help Fever keep up with WNBA competitors
Six other WNBA teams have opened or announced plans for dedicated practice facilities. Fever parent Pacers Sports & Entertainment, which is majority-owned by Herb Simon and his family, plans to invest $78 million in the Fever facility.
City keeping redevelopment options open for remainder of Jail I site
Regardless of who ultimately develops the 1-acre eastern half of the city-owned Jail I site at 40 S. Alabama St., city officials view it as “incredibly important” that the project support further development on the east side of downtown.
Photo gallery: Thousands turn out for WWE SmackDown at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Friday night’s SmackDown event at Gainbridge Fieldhouse drew thousands of spectators and kicked off Indianapolis’ Royal Rumble weekend. Check out these photos of wrestlers—and fans—in action.
Caitlin Clark declines invite to 3-point shootout at NBA All-Star weekend
Caitlin Clark is going to wait until Indianapolis hosts the WNBA All-Star weekend in July to enter her first 3-point contest as a pro.
Host committee details events, art and other activations ahead of WWE Royal Rumble
The local host committee of the WWE Royal Rumble detailed collaborations, public artwork, ancillary wrestling shows and other activities ahead of the main event at Lucas Oil Stadium.
City weighing whether to award $40M in TIF, forgivable loan funds for Simon-led hotel, entertainment project
The $312 million project calls for a 170-room Shinola Hotel, a 4,000-seat live performance venue operated by Live Nation, an enclosed parking garage and a skybridge connecting to Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Ice skating returning to downtown’s Bicentennial Unity Plaza
Bicentennial Unity Plaza, just north of Gainbridge Fieldhouse, is frequently home to an outdoor basketball court, but it has also been used for ice skating, roller skating, volleyball and pickleball.
WNBA picked Indy as All-Star host after last-minute conflict for another city
In mid-June, senior WNBA staff told Pacers Sports & Entertainment that the chosen location for the 2025 All-Star Game was in flux, creating an opening for Indianapolis.
WNBA officially names Indianapolis as host for 2025 All-Star Game
The game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and—thanks to No. 1 draft pick Caitlin Clark—comes amid a massive spike in interest both for the Indiana Fever franchise and the league as a whole.