AT&T latest sponsor to abandon USA Gymnastics amid scandal
Losing corporate partners is a significant blow to the Indianapolis-based organization. Sponsorships and marketing account for about a quarter of USA Gymnastics’ annual revenue.
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3 board members quit Indy-based USA Gymnastics as more victims speak
The resignations of chairman Paul Parilla, vice chairman Jay Binder and treasurer Bitsy Kelley were announced Monday while a judge in Michigan heard a fifth day of statements from women and girls who said they were molested by Larry Nassar.
Power Five conferences approve medical benefits extension
The five largest conferences in NCAA Division I have approved a measure requiring their schools to extend medical coverage for two years after athletes leave campus.
USA Gymnastics ends agreement to train at Karolyi Ranch
Several high-profile Olympians say they were abused by former national team doctor Larry Nassar at the facility.
NCAA president pushes for quick changes in college basketball
With President Mark Emmert pushing for swift action to clean up college basketball, the NCAA on Thursday approved setting aside $10 million in reserves to help schools implement new rule changes and $2.5 million annually for any additional new rules.
Gymnasts continue to confront sports doctor in court
In addition to having their say about the doctor who assaulted them, victims also criticized two places that employed him: Michigan State University and Indianapolis-based USA Gymnastics.
GoDaddy to sponsor Patrick in ‘Danica Double’
Danica Patrick has no ride yet for next month's Daytona 500 or the Indianapolis 500 in May, but she now has the financial backing to pull it off.
Ball State journalists to cover Winter Olympics
A small group of Ball State students is among two reporting contingents from U.S. colleges that have been fully credentialed to cover the Olympics this February.
Speedway to deploy security robot during month of May, other big events
Beginning in May, a four-wheeled device with real-time audio and video capabilities will perform surveillance at all major events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
IndyCar unveils 2018 race car at auto show in Detroit
Mario Andretti, Josef Newgarden and Mark Miles took part in IndyCar’s upbeat presentation Tuesday at the North American International Auto Show.
Solar firm to sponsor select NASCAR, IndyCar races for Ganassi drivers
DC Solar Solutions will also be an associate sponsor in IndyCar for two Ganassi drivers.
Colts closing in on deal to hire McDaniels, source says
A person familiar with the negotiations said Monday the Indianapolis Colts are “close” to reaching a deal that would make New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels their next head coach.
WNDE sacks ‘Flagrant Foul’ morning sports show with Stuck, Gunn
After less than a year on the air, the local drive-time show has been replaced by a nationally syndicated program. Ratings indicate it struggled to gain ground on a rival broadcast.
Museum quintuples bobblehead run for IU’s national hoops titles
When the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum first released dolls commemorating IU’s men’s basketball titles, they sold in record time. The second run is planned to be much bigger.
Injury expert sports huge following
Despite having no professional medical background, Greenwood resident Will Carroll has become one of the top media experts nationally focused on sports injuries.
Greenwood sports-complex project stalled over energy rebate
A $25 million Greenwood sports complex is on ice while its developers try to work out a deal to get a sizable, one-time rebate from Indianapolis Power & Light Co.
Indy Eleven confirm switch to United Soccer League
The Indy Eleven are joining the United Soccer League for the 2018 season, the team announced Wednesday, ending their four-year run in the North America Soccer League.
Indy Eleven to spill beans about future league, venue
The pro soccer team is planning a press conference for Wednesday afternoon to address lingering questions about where and in which league it will play next season.
Indy Eleven in talks to play in Lucas Oil Stadium as report surfaces of league switch
Officials with the soccer team are in ongoing discussions about the possibility of playing future games in Lucas Oil Stadium, while a soccer news website reports that the team will join the United Soccer League for its 2018 season.
Colts’ local TV ratings sacked for big loss in Luck-less year
In central Indiana, 83,700 fewer households on average tuned into Colts games this season compared to the team’s previous campaign. The decline came as NFL viewership overall took a significant hit.