Colts firing GM Grigson after five seasons, report says
General Manager Ryan Grigson went 49-31 as Colts general manager after replacing Bill Polian in 2012, but the team has missed the playoffs the past two seasons.
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Dan Dakich might be the nicest, most-hated person on Indy radio
Off the air, the former IU player is casual, mostly easygoing and affable. But on his radio show on WFNI-AM, he’s a cyclone, often tearing into anything in his way.
Hosting NBA All-Star Game not a financial slam-dunk for home team
While considering whether to put their headband in the ring for hosting the NBA All-Star Game, officials with the Indiana Pacers likely are weighing the significant costs that the home team must shoulder.
Indianapolis picked to host minor league all-star hockey game
The 2018 ECHL All-Star Classic and Skills Competition is scheduled for Jan. 15 at Indiana Farmers Coliseum and will be hosted by the Indy Fuel.
Drivers eager to keep IndyCar’s momentum as season nears
IndyCar’s top drivers are making an effort to lure extra publicity as the series appears to be making progress in generating a larger fan base.
NCAA looks to overhaul March Madness selection, seeding process
NCAA officials on Friday are meeting in Indianapolis with some of the brightest minds in the world of college sports analytics to discuss potential changes to the often controversial process.
IndyCar keeps Firestone on board with contract extension
Firestone has a long history with the series. Since 2000, it has been IndyCar's sole tire manufacturer.
WNDE launching morning sports-talk show with Q95 personalities
“Flagrant Foul” will be the only live, local morning sports talk show in central Indiana.
WHMB thinks new all-sports local TV channel will score
WHMB-TV Channel 40 this week launched an all-sports channel, and station officials say they’re confident they can succeed where WRTV-TV’s Hometown Sports Network failed.
IndyCar extends contract with chassis manufacturer Dallara
The IndyCar Series and longtime chassis manufacturer Dallara have agreed to new multiyear contract that will extend their relationship though at least 2020 season.
Monumental Marathon organizers hope new format keeps race growing
Officials are taking a page from the playbook of the 500 Festival Mini Marathon in hopes of preserving the Monumental’s momentum.
Pacers sign sponsorship with local injury law firm
The deal includes in-stadium signage, radio broadcast ads and live in-game mentions, as well as sponsorship of the pre-game injury report.
USA Gymnastics faces another suit over alleged sex abuse by doctor
A doctor accused of sexually abusing gymnasts was sued Tuesday by 18 women and girls, the latest legal action over alleged assaults. Indianapolis-based USA Gymnastics was named in the suit.
Indy Eleven’s league granted extension for 2017 season by soccer’s governing body
The North American Soccer League will retain its status as a Division II league for its upcoming season, but on a provisional level as U.S. soccer officials set requirements for the troubled league to maintain that status.
Notre Dame out, Ball State in as IU’s foe at Victory Field
Over the past two years, the IU vs. Notre Dame game has been a big hit at Victory Field. But the Irish pulled out this year, leaving a hole in the lineup.
Butler team plane loses pressure, scaring team, staff
The charter plane was flying from LaGuardia Airport to Indianapolis after Thursday’s 76-73 loss to St. John’s.
New Indiana coach makes debut in bowl game against Utah
Less than four weeks after getting the job, Tom Allen will coach his first college football game when the Hoosiers (6-6) take on Utah (8-4) in the Foster Farms Bowl on Wednesday night.
Anthem, Colts expect new wellness program to reach thousands
Blue Ticket to Health is modeled after a program Anthem launched with the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens. But Anthem officials said the program will be much bigger in central Indiana.
IU’s Glass touts long-term commitment to Crossroads Classic, despite drawbacks
IU Athletic Director Fred Glass would have good reason to be conflicted about the Hoosiers’ participation in the all-Indiana hoops double-header, which is no doubt a boon for downtown Indianapolis and Butler.
New NFL Combine Experience expected to draw 100,000 fans to Indy
Tourism officials project that 40 percent of those attending the new fan-friendly event will come from outside Indiana. The attraction could score $2 million for downtown hotels and restaurants.