NCAA pulls 7 postseason events from North Carolina due to LGBT law
The Indianapolis-based NCAA said the decision by its board of governors came "because of the cumulative actions taken by the state concerning civil rights protections."
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Visits to ER surge for injuries, concussions from youth soccer
The overall rate of injuries more than doubled to 220 per 10,000 players in 2013, from 106 per 10,000 players in 1990, according to a new study.
Rain-soaked BMW Championship sees slight decline in attendance
Attendance was down about 13 percent from when Crooked Stick last hosted the tournament in 2012, but this year’s event was plagued by rainy, stormy weather that delayed rounds during the first three days of play.
U.S.-based group buys F1 amid hopes of North American growth
Formula One is getting a new owner, one based in the U.S., no less, and the change at the top should amount to new eyes giving a fresh look at the global reach of the most popular form of motorsports in the world.
Rain tames Crooked Stick in first round of BMW Championship
Storms and heavy rain caused a 3-1/2-hour delay and changed Crooked Stick Golf Club's greens from fast and firm to soft and accessible Thursday during the first round of the BMW Championship in Carmel.
Final Four boss suddenly exits NCAA
Mark Lewis’ departure from the organization was as strange as his arrival four years ago. But it was certainly done with a lot less noise.
Lawyer with lifelong love of golf co-chairing Crooked Stick tourney
Lebanon attorney Kent Frandsen, co-chair of the BMW Championship, has volunteered in some capacity for 10 national championships at the Pete Dye-designed course.
Indians attendance slips, but still leads Minor League Baseball
Wet and hot weather is great for tropical plants, but not for baseball attendance.
Zooom lets high schools, colleges train refs like pros
The Zionsville-based company has created a platform that lets schools upload video that can be used to train and critique officiating.
IndyCar’s Hinchcliffe taking a risk on ‘Dancing’ stage
James Hinchcliffe, one of the most personable and marketable drivers in the IndyCar Series, is looking forward to competing on”Dancing With the Stars,” even though it’s not exactly in his wheelhouse.
Sports marketing firm changes name, grows HQ, plans hiring blitz
As its client base widens (including new NASCAR champ Kyle Larson), the firm led by former Indianapolis Motor Speedway chief of staff Ken Ungar is embarking on expansion on several fronts.
New sensors in NFL footballs won’t be used to prevent another DeflateGate
The NFL is using computer chips embedded in footballs to collect a whole new level of data for its broadcast partners and fans. But those chips won’t be monitoring air pressure—at least not yet.
Butler communications exec to join Speedway team
Moving from academia, Matt Mindrum’s immediate priorities will include the marketing campaign for the 2017 Indy 500 and promoting the IndyCar series.
Burke ready to pass baton to Purdue’s new athletic director
After spending almost 25 years as the front man for Boilermaker sports, Morgan Burke is ready to step down and revel in becoming just another fan.
IndyCar Series gets boost from Andretti-HHGregg sponsorship deal
On the heels of Target exiting the IndyCar Series, another big retailer brightens the horizon for the open-wheel series and one of its most popular drivers.
Andy Mohr, Avon schools forge naming-rights agreement
The 10-year sponsorship deal, approved by the Avon School Board of Trustees, names Andy Mohr as the district’s exclusive “automotive partner.”
Hall of Fame pledges to refund tickets, parking, hotel for Colts-Packers debacle
The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s decision comes after four fans filed a class-action lawsuit in federal court on behalf of all ticket holders who lost out when the game was canceled.
Maxim party promoter sues Speedway over lackluster ticket sales
Karma International charges breach of contract in the lawsuit filed Tuesday, claiming damages of $817,500 in lost revenue from unsold tickets and tables at the party on Indy 500 race weekend.
Lawsuit filed by fans who missed Hall of Fame game
The class-action lawsuit was filed Thursday in federal court in northern Ohio on behalf of all the ticket holders who lost out when the Aug. 7 game between the Indianapolis Colts and Green Bay Packers was canceled due to unsafe field conditions.
Conservative Colts fans drive ticket prices down on secondary market
The Indianapolis Colts rank 28th this year in median ticket price on the secondary market. Seats for the Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos sell for more than three times as much.