Ideas abound on where to put Indy Eleven soccer stadium
Owner Ersal Ozdemir isn’t revealing possible locations for his $550 million Eleven Park project, but community leaders and other observers are bandying about lots of options.
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MIKE LOPRESTI: Hoosier-packed rivals prepare to do battle
Seven native sons will start when Ball State and Miami take to the hardwood.
UPDATE: Former sports anchor for WTTV, WXIN to cover Tampa Bay Rays
Tricia Whitaker, who grew up in Indiana and graduated from IU, announced via social media this week that she had left her job in Indianapolis. On Wednesday, she revealed her next career step.
Bill would boost CIB funding, require new 25-year deal with Pacers
A bill filed by Senate Appropriations Chairman Ryan Mishler would extend the life of multiple tourism- and entertainment-related taxes that help fund the Capital Improvement Board and expand the footprint of what’s known as the Professional Sports Development Area to capture even more tax revenue for the CIB. But there’s a catch.
Colts fire offensive-line coach in surprise move
Dave DeGuglielmo took over an offensive front that allowed a league-high 56 sacks in 2017 and helped a young, revamped line that allowed a league-low 18 sacks in 2018.
IndyCar Series tabs Japanese infotech firm as new title sponsor
The deal with NTT might surprise some fans of IndyCar, which for its past two sponsorship cycles has paired with brands widely recognized by American audiences. But NTT is well-known overseas and wants to grow its global brand.
Gov. Holcomb says ‘what’s next’ could be soccer stadium
The Republican governor did not take a position on an Indy Eleven plan to have state and local taxpayers fund a new stadium, but he said officials always need to embrace the future.
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.
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.
MIKE LOPRESTI: Coaching legend Holmes on cusp of record for most wins
A 50-year hardwood career at Bloomington South High School closes in on milestone.
IndyCar expects to announce new series title sponsor ‘soon’
The search for IndyCar's new title sponsor may be nearing an end—and just in time for NBC-TV to provide more value with expanded television coverage of the series.
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.
Lawmakers to tangle over sports wagering, Gary casinos
Hate-crimes legislation and increasing teacher pay might be the big talking points at the Indiana Statehouse this session, but it’s a safe bet that gambling will stir up a few debates, too.
Area attractions appeal to winter adventurers
Several temporary outdoor ice rinks return to central Indiana this winter, and communities are making changes to improve the experience for visitors.
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.
Lawyer: Michigan State hampered probe of its Nassar dealings
Special counsel Bill Forsyth released a report Friday that accuses the school of fighting the release of certain relevant documents and releasing others that were “irrelevant.”