Indy Eleven names broadcasting executive as new CEO
Stremlaw, a Boston native, comes to Indy Eleven from the Canadian Broadcasting Corp., where he oversaw the group’s sports coverage, including the Olympics and other high-profile events.
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Kansas City tramples Colts to end Indy’s comeback season
Quarterback Andrew Luck could never get the Colts’ offense going and Adam Vinatieri missed two kicks as the Chiefs win 31-13.
Indy Eleven downplays Broad Ripple High School as potential stadium site
The Indy Eleven has expressed interest in the former Broad Ripple High School site as a potential location for its proposed stadium development, but the team tapped the brakes on that possibility Friday, noting it is continuing to evaluate multiple options.
Local sports analytics firm scoring big with NFL
A trio of jocks and computer geeks from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has produced computer software that has had a major impact on the top level of college baseball and softball. Now the small, self-funded firm is making a big play in the NFL with data analytics.
Indy Eleven proposes $550 million development that includes stadium
The professional soccer team is pushing for a 20,000-seat stadium as part of a real estate district featuring lodging, office and retail space, an underground parking structure and apartments.
NFL wild-card round ratings up 12 percent over last year
Of the weekend’s four NFL playoff games, the Indianapolis Colts-Houston Texans matchup averaged the least number of viewers.
Colts dominate Texans for first playoff win since 2015
Quarterback Andrew Luck and running back Marlon Mack powered the team to a 21-0 halftime lead, and the defense turned back a surging Texan offense late in the fourth quarter for a 21-7 win. Next up: the Kansas City Chiefs.
Colts unveil changes to cheerleader uniforms, programming
Nearly 65 years after introducing the NFL’s first pep squad, the Indianapolis Colts are making several changes to their cheerleading program amid the backdrop of the #MeToo movement.
Pacers to play games in India as part of NBA’s international push
The two preseason tip-offs between the Pacers and Sacramento Kings will mark the first time a major American sports league has staged games in India, where the NBA is trying to develop a fan base.
Gov. Holcomb wants to keep Pacers in Indy, will consider plans to improve CIB facilities
The Capital Improvement Board of Managers will ask lawmakers for more long-term funding that could be used in part for improvements at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. The governor says he’s ready to listen.
Pacers sign multimillion-dollar jersey sponsorship deal with Motorola
Christmas came early for the Pacers in the form of a sponsorship deal a source said likely will pay the NBA franchise up to $10 million over two years.
Pacers promote longtime Fever exec Krauskopf, giving NBA its first female assistant GM
Kelly Krauskopf, a significant player in Pacers Sports & Entertainment for 19 years, will relinquish her duties as head of the group’s esports initiative to join the front office full time.
IBJ Podcast: Why the Indy CIB will ask the Legislature for millions of dollars
The Capital Improvement Board will seek at least $8 million from lawmakers to help fund what officials say will be a 25-year plan for improvements in the Indiana Convention Center, Bankers Life Fieldhouse and other facilities the CIB owns.
Fuzzy’s Vodka ends sponsorship of IndyCar, Ed Carpenter Racing
Ed Carpenter Racing said Indianapolis-based Fuzzy’s Spirits LLC plans to “concentrate on business initiatives outside of motorsports moving forward.”
WNBA receives straight A+ grades on diversity report card
The WNBA continues to lead all professional sports leagues in hiring women and minorities for coaching and front-office positions.
Belskus stepping down as president of Indy Eleven
Jeff Belskus oversaw the team’s transition this year from the North America Soccer League to the much bigger United Soccer League, and its move to Lucas Oil Stadium for home games.
Indiana museum to tell story of basketball great Larry Bird
Larry Bird plans to donate personal items and memorabilia from his career with the Boston Celtics, Indiana State University, the U.S. Olympic team and beyond.
NBA’s G League to offer $125,000 contracts to elite prospects
The move follows recommendations released earlier this year by the NCAA’s Commission on College Basketball, a group that was chaired by former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and tasked with reforming the college game.
Pacers keep key piece in place by giving Turner $72M deal
The signing means Indiana will have two key players—center Myles Turner and All-Star guard Victor Oladipo—under contract for the next three seasons.
Pacers team up with restaurant partners on new menu items
Pacers Sports & Entertainment on Wednesday unveiled a concessions menu that includes some of the most diverse food options in the history of Bankers Life Fieldhouse.