Sponsor logos could appear on college uniforms under NCAA proposal
An NCAA committee has proposed a change to rules barring commercial logos on uniforms in a move that would clear the way for sponsor patches to appear on jerseys next year.
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NASCAR teams urge settlement as trial looms for Michael Jordan’s antitrust suit against series
Teams have gone on record calling for both a settlement and the protection of the charter system that is at the heart of NASCAR’s business model and the focal point of the court fight.
Marion County prosecutors file felony battery charge against Fox football analyst Mark Sanchez
Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears also responded to now-deleted posts by Gov. Mike Braun and Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith criticizing Indianapolis public safety officials for allowing the state’s capital to descend into “lawlessness.”
UPDATE: Fox football analyst charged with battery after downtown altercation
Sanchez, who was stabbed multiple times, was released from the hospital Sunday before posting bail. An initial court hearing was set for Tuesday.
WNBA chief Cathy Engelbert vows to repair player relationships, doesn’t plan to quit
In wide-ranging comments, Engelbert said WNBA officiating will be reviewed this offseason by a new “state of the game” committee.
Carmel’s $55M natatorium draws international competition
The Oct. 10-12 World Aquatics Swimming World Cup will bring 450 swimmers, including Olympians and world-record holders, to Carmel. The event will be broadcast on NBC and Peacock in the United States and in 12 international markets.
$10,000 tickets, bourbon deals: Colleges hunt revenue to pay athletes
Across the college sports ecosystem, universities are under pressure to find new ways to raise revenue, after a landmark federal settlement over student athletes’ name, image and likeness rights opened the door for them to be paid by schools.
Caitlin Clark says Napheesa Collier made valid points in fiery exit interview criticizing Commissioner Engelbert
Minnesota Lynx star Collier said Tuesday that Engelbert told her in a private conversation Clark and other players “should be on their knees” in gratitude for the platform the WNBA has given them.
Indiana Fever fall to Aces in OT in decisive game of WNBA semifinal series
The Fever played most of the second half without leading scorer Kelsey Mitchell, who suffered a left leg injury in the third quarter.
WNBA fines Minnesota coach record $15K; Fever and Aces coaches also fined
Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White and Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon were fined for public comments on WNBA officiating in which they defended Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve.
2028 Women’s Final Four moved to Lucas Oil Stadium
It will be the first Women’s Final Four to take place at an active NFL stadium in more than 20 years, according to the NCAA.
Indiana Fever facing playoff elimination after Game 3 home loss to Aces
The Fever can stay alive in the best-of-5 series with a victory in Game 4 on Sunday afternoon at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
Indianapolis Indians unveil major changes to logos, uniforms
The branding artwork changes are the first ones the team has made in more than three decades.
Column: Indianapolis Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon is acting like a boss, no notes
Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s presence on the sidelines provides the antithesis of the way NFL broadcasts normally present femininity, writes The Washington Post’s Candace Buckner.
QB Daniel Jones’ fast start in Indianapolis has people wondering if he can keep playing this way
With the Colts, Jones appears to be blossoming into the franchise player the New York Giants expected after drafting him No. 6 overall in 2019 and again when they signed him to a $160 million contract extension in 2023.
Nancy Leonard, matriarch of the Indiana Pacers, dies at 93
Nancy Leonard is credited with the idea and the organization of a telethon in 1977 to sell enough season tickets to keep the Pacers afloat when the franchise was on the verge of financial ruin.
Aces even WNBA semifinal series at 1-1 with blowout win over Fever
The best-of-five series heads to Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, where Game 3 is set for Friday night at 7:30 and Game 4 is scheduled for Sunday at 3 p.m.
Major League Baseball to use robot umpires for ball-strike challenges
The system has been in use at many Minor League Baseball parks since 2023, including at Victory Field in Indianapolis for Indians games.
NCAA announces Final Four-related events scheduled for Indy
The fan-friendly events are scheduled to take place in conjunction with the 2026 Men’s Final Four basketball tournament in Indianapolis.
Noblesville lands USA Gymnastics headquarters, training facility
The national sports governing body, which has been based in Indianapolis since 1983, could move to the new facility by the end of 2028.