Colts’ Irsay touches hot button with hotel issue
It's true, you don't build a church for Easter Sunday. Here's another truth; Indianapolis isn't getting a second Super Bowl unless another big, posh downtown hotel is built. So what's the city to do?
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Bird refutes report that he’s leaving Pacers
CBSSports.com is reporting that Larry Bird is ready to step down as president of the Indiana Pacers, but the NBA legend says he’s not yet made a decision on his return. Bird’s contract with the team is up at the end of the season.
As expected, Colts make quarterback Luck No. 1 pick
Six weeks after saying goodbye to Peyton Manning, the Indianapolis Colts handed Andrew Luck a blue and white jersey and the daunting task of leading a rebuilding team as its quarterback for the next decade.
BENNER: It’s too late to turn back clock on single-class basketball
It’s funny in a way, too, when I hear folks from elsewhere trying to redefine those things that make/made us real Hoosiers.
Death of coach doesn’t quiet echoes of his call
Thomas Jefferson Hathaway told everyday people—lawyers and nurses, wrench turners and paper pushers—“you are athletes,” and so they were.
Dollar General to sponsor Newgarden in Indy 500
Newgarden has been impressive through the first three races this season, and started on the front row of last week's race at Long Beach.
USA Track & Field names Siegel as new chief exec
Local sports and entertainment executive Max Siegel will be the new CEO at USA Track & Field starting May 1, the Indianapolis-based organization said Monday afternoon.
Auction firm says Miller, Manning items could spike
New York-based Clean Sweep Auctions says Peyton Manning's Broncos memorabilia will never touch the value of his Colts items. Value of Reggie Miller items likely to rise after Hall of Fame induction.
Slap from national media could galvanize Pacers faithful
Here in Indiana, it's us against them. Just like 1994. And Larry Bird kind of likes it that way. He's not alone.
Pacers launch big ad campaign at unusual time
The Indiana Pacers this month launched a six-figure advertising campaign—their biggest by far this season—featuring Larry Bird, coach Frank Vogel and a host of players. The blitz comes at an unusual time in the season.
BENNER: Vogel, Bird should get nod for coach, exec of the year
Really, has there been a more surprisingly successful team during this chaotic, shortened season?
Are corporate gift policies inhospitable?
Sober times have made no-no’s of many of the perks that once greased business relationships.
NFL schedule-makers kick Colts in gut
Despite owning No. 1 draft pick, the Indianapolis Colts get one prime-time game in 2012, on the road. Meanwhile, the Denver Broncos and Peyton Manning get five, the most allowed for one team by the NFL.
Not-for-profit aims to unite city’s sports-related businesses
A new not-for-profit organization looking to connect Indianapolis area sports-minded businesses is already attracting dozens of members.
Long Beach race reveals IndyCar issues
IndyCar Series CEO Randy Bernard has two troubling things to ponder in the wake of Sunday's race; marketing and driver safety.
Long Beach race reveals IndyCar issues
IndyCar Series CEO Randy Bernard has two troubling things to ponder in the wake of Sunday's race; marketing and driver safety.
Shaheen resigns after NCAA picks outsider for post
The Indianapolis native had been in charge of the NCAA’s marquee event, the men’s basketball tournament, for the past 12 years.
NFL borrows from Indy’s Super Bowl playbook
League officials said a Super Bowl Village like the one in downtown Indianapolis will now be a requirement for future cities hosting the big game.
WISH turns Mini Marathon into made-for-TV drama
About 65,000 central Indiana households representing more than 115,000 viewers are expected to tune in to the 3-1/2-hour WISH-TV Channel 8 broadcast of the nation’s largest half marathon.
BENNER: Shaheen departure doesn’t diminish Final Four success story
I am often asked to give presentations recounting the success of the Indianapolis sports strategy. Of course, I speak to the event history and infrastructure investments going all the way back to the construction of Market Square Arena in 1974. But I also talk about the human impact.