UPDATE: Fever hire former Chicago Sky coach to replace White
The Indiana Fever hired Pokey Chatman as their new coach Friday, bringing in a WNBA veteran in hopes of continuing their annual visits to the postseason.
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Indians promote execs as longtime chairman Schumacher steps down
After his 60th season with the Indianapolis Indians, Max Schumacher has relinquished his roles as chairman and president. Two current executives with the Triple-A ballclub are moving up to fill his shoes.
NCAA sponsorship deal with pizzeria to kick off in Terre Hut
The NCAA has scored a new sponsor to champion a wide swath of athletics with stunts, events and live social media coverage. The deal starts this weekend at the NCAA’s cross country championships.
Basketball player sues NCAA, Northwestern over transfer
A Northwestern University basketball player is suing the school and the NCAA in federal court, claiming the association's transfer regulations violate antitrust laws.
Just Marketing racing into 2017 with two sponsorship deals
Zionsville-based Just Marketing International recently signed a deal to usher a toolmaker into NASCAR and another to increase the presence of an appliance and electronics retailer in IndyCar.
NCAA announces New Orleans will host 2022 Final Four tournament
The NCAA stated that its men's basketball committee decided to forego the traditional site selection process for the 2022 Final Four.
Oil executive Lucas on Trump’s short list for interior secretary
A southern Indiana native who founded California-based Lucas Oil Products Inc., the 74-year-old Forrest Lucas is known in his home state because of the 20-year naming rights deal for Lucas Oil Stadium.
Indy museum’s quest for artifacts led to lobbying for Super Bowl
When John Vanausdall took the job as Eiteljorg CEO 20 years ago, he never imagined it would lead to him trying to persuade an NFL team owner to support Indianapolis’ Super Bowl bid.
New Pacers license plate to benefit team’s charitable foundation
The Indiana Pacers are the latest of the city’s pro sports teams to offer fans a specialty license plate through the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
Andretti partners with Butterball, Kroger for turkey giveaway
With Thanksgiving approaching, Andretti Autosport and Ryan Hunter-Reay teamed up with two of its sponsors to give away 500 turkeys to central Indiana families in need.
USA Gymnastics doing independent review of sexual misconduct
USA Gymnastics is turning to a former federal prosecutor to spearhead an independent review of the way the Indianapolis-based organization deals with allegations of sexual misconduct.
Cubs’ World Series clincher tops 40 million viewers
The World Series ended on an incredibly high note, with the 8-7 victory by the Chicago Cubs over the Cleveland Indians ranking as the most-watched baseball game in 25 years.
Westfield’s Grand Park far from break-even
Since opening in summer 2014, Grand Park has operated millions of dollars in the red and is projecting a $3.86 million deficit next year. Revenue is growing—but so are expenses.
NFL owner’s bequest a huge score for Eiteljorg museum
Thanks to CEO John Vanausdall’s friendship–and persistence–with Tennessee Titans owner Kenneth “Bud” Adams, the Eiteljorg will open the “Titan of the West” exhibit on Nov. 12.
Here’s how Cubs championship hats get to stores so fast
Cubs fans had been waiting more than a century for this triumph, and the rush for celebratory merchandise is on. Zionsville-based Lids Sports Group is using extra workers to make sure key stores have caps available as soon as possible.
Big Ten to play Friday night football games starting in 2017
The Friday night games are being added to the conference's television agreements with ESPN/ABC and Fox.
Indy Eleven revamps season ticket packages after attendance dip
Some season ticket holders told team officials they wanted bigger discounts over single-game prices. Meanwhile, the team continues to discuss options for a new stadium with state lawmakers.
Sex abuse lawsuit against USA Gymnastics doc names Karolyis
The lawsuit against the Indianapolis-based gymnastics governing body, filed Thursday, is the first to name renowned husband-and-wife coaches Bela and Martha Karolyi, alleging they turned a blind eye to molestations.
NCAA to distribute millions for academic performance
The Knight Commission, a watchdog group that promotes reforms in college athletics, said it applauded the NCAA’s decision to reward academic performance with revenue. The commission first called for a similar policy 15 years ago.
Indy Eleven planning for 2017 despite league defections, questions
Indy Eleven owner Ersal Ozdemir remains bullish on the North American Soccer League despite the defection of two of its teams to the rival United Soccer League this week. The team is putting 2017 season tickets on sale Friday.