Big Ten, Pac-10 challenge overdue?
The idea of an annual Big Ten vs. Pac-10 college football showdown in a series of games—sources within each conference said—is long overdue.
But until now the idea has never been put on the…
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Major moves to keep more patients on home turf: Hospital hires two ortho surgeons, changes name
Nearly three-quarters of orthopedics patients in Shelby County have gone to an Indianapolis hospital to receive care. Now, Major Hospital in Shelbyville wants to keep more of those patients at home. By next June, the hospital will build a $7 million orthopedics center that will house two orthopedic surgeons. They will begin building their practices in Shelbyville next month. The play for orthopedics patients throws Major into a pitched battle among Indianapolis-area hospitals. Surging numbers of patients need new hips…
SPORTS: Lamentations-and a recommendation-for old IU
Adam Herbert, who may go down as the sorriest presidential hire in the history of the Big Ten, is nowhere to be seen, those velvety crimson jumpsuits disappearing about the same time Sampson was shown the door. Certain members among the IU trustees-who so violated the trust part of their duties, first in hiring Herbert and then in bringing in Sampson-are not about to step up and take responsibility for their actions. I guess it will all come out some…
Candidates surface for IU’s athletic director job
Well-known names are bubbling to the top as speculation heats up about who will replace embattled Indiana University Athletic
Director Rick Greenspan and how much money the job will command. Greenspan announced June 26 that he’ll step down at the end
of the year. The decision came after the NCAA added to the list of charges facing IU’s men’s basketball program over rules
violations under former Coach Kelvin Sampson.
Gordon selling humble pie in L.A.
Indiana guard Eric Gordon took his show—which could easily be titled Midwest Manners and Sensibility—on the road to L.A. yesterday.
And while Gordon came across a bit timid, most of the crowd loved him.
Gordon…
Danica, Dixon nominated for ESPYs
Indy Racing League drivers Danica Patrick and Scott Dixon have been nominated for ESPY awards to be presented July 20 on ESPN.
Patrick, the Andretti Green Racing driver who is fifth in the standings…
Indians continue attendance tear
The Indianapolis Indians’ July 4 home game against the Louisville Bats—the Cincinnati Reds farm team—is sold out. A limited number of standing-room-only tickets will be made available at game time.
Victory Field has a…
Hill’s NBA success boosts IUPUI
Despite George Hill’s departure for the National Basketball Association, IUPUI men’s basketball coach Ron Hunter said the program is far from dead.
When Hill left—despite having one year of eligibility remaining—many hoops experts predicted…
Greenspan gets golden parachute
Another departure at Indiana University, another golden parachute. IU released information today revealing that athletic director Rick Greenspan will get a $441,600 severance package upon his departure and retains the right to write…
Audi, BMW, others interested in IRL
Unification of open-wheel racing is causing quite a stir among engine manufacturers. At a June 25 meeting held by the Indy Racing League, more than 10 engine builders showed up to hear about…
Q&A: Herb Simon takes charge, says family is committed to Pacers
Herb Simon is taking a new hands-on approach
with the Indiana Pacers, which he co-owns with his brother, Melvin. In response to a string of losing seasons and off-court
mishaps involving players, Simon is transforming himself from a behind-the-scenes owner into a visible figure intent on reconnecting
the franchise with the community that once adored it.
SPORTS: A 40-year hacker tries playing golf the right way
Every December, my wife and daughters ask the inevitable question, “What do you want for Christmas?” I always reply, “world peace.” Otherwise, I’ve been blessed with an abundance of stuff. No sense adding to the pile. But this past December, I actually got something that transcended a want. It was a need. Golf lessons. Like, from a pro. I’ve been chasing the little white pill around the pasture for 40 years. I’m selftaught and it shows. I picked up a…
Is next IU AD obvious choice?
Now that Rick Greenspan has announced his resignation, it’s time to start speculating on who the next Indiana University athletic director will be. As a news reporter, I try hard not to interject…
Draft picks could draw boos, cheers
With the NBA draft just a few hours away, the rumors are running rampant. Speculators have any number of players going to the Indiana Pacers. Some of the projected selections are sure to have fans at tonight’s draft party at…
Likely no shoe deal for Pacers pick
If IU’s Eric Gordon doesn’t get drafted by the L.A. Clippers at No. 7, he might find himself standing at the counter of The Finish Line buying shoes like everyone else.
Well, it probably…
Racers’ beloved helmets heisted
Indy Racing League and one of its partners are offering a bounty to help corral scofflaws who stole several priceless items that series drivers want back.
Sinden Racing Service, the locally based company that manages the IRL’s Indy Fan Zone, is…
IRL TV coverage causes static
The June 22 Indy Racing League race at Iowa earned a 1.2 overnight TV rating, according to New York-based Nielsen Media Co., meaning about 1.2 million households nationwide tuned in to watch the…
O’Neal deal: Shot in arm or foot?
If the Indiana Pacers pull the trigger on a deal to send Jermaine O’Neal to Toronto for guard T.J. Ford, center Rasho Nesterovic and possibly the No. 17 pick in this year’s NBA draft, several NBA insiders think they’d be…
Charlie Daniels to play at Brickyard
Country music legends The Charlie Daniels Band will perform July 27 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway before the Brickyard 400 NASCAR race.
Sony BMG Nashville recording artist Craig Morgan will serve as opening act for…
Indians pack the house
The Indianapolis Indians had a big weekend. The Indians won two out of three from Rochester but all three games were monetary winners for the AAA minor league baseball franchise.
Mostly blue skies along…