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BENNER: How will NFL’s labor dispute play out? No one knows
With the National Football League season in full swing, it is easy to forget the gathering storm clouds of a labor impasse that threaten the 2011 schedule.
Former agent’s admission shines light on NCAA enforcement
Indianapolis-based college sports body acknowledges that it needs the help of others, including former players, coaches and the National Football League, to reduce improprieties.
Irsay: NFL owners, players ‘have to find a solution’
National Football League owners are looking for ways to reach a new labor deal with players and preparing for what happens if those efforts don’t succeed. A strike or lockout could affect Indianapolis’ plans to host the 2012 Super Bowl.
Reebok’s loss of NFL contract could hurt local plant
Competitor Nike Inc. will become the official apparel maker for the National Football League in 2012. The loss of the contract could mean layoffs at the Reebok plant on Indianapolis’ east side that makes NFL apparel and employs about 1,000.
IndyCar star seeks help from driving coach
Mark Martin hopes to put Danica Patrick in NASCAR's fast lane.
CIB budget could face rough ride in council
Some City-County Council members are skeptical of the Capital Improvement Board’s spending plan for 2011 that includes $10 million for the privately operated Indiana Pacers.
IHSAA launches Internet television network
The site, www.ihsaatv.org, will broadcast high school state championship games, as well as other high school sports-related content.
BENNER: Athletic director pushes off-field game plan for IU
After months of discussions, IU Director of Athletics Fred Glass has determined that IU athletics must be defined by a broader culture than simply wins and losses
Circle City Classic organizers look to boost 27-year-old event
A management shift and a renewed marketing effort that includes new attractions and increased advertising in key markets has Circle City Classic organizers optimistic about the annual event’s future.
BENNER: New NCAA chief inherits full plate and more
An open letter to NCAA President Mark Emmert: Welcome to Indianapolis, President Emmert. Or, if I may, Mark. We’re pretty informal around here.
Indy Racing League near big sponsorship deal
Fresh off signing deal with Brazilian coffee maker, Indy Racing League executive promises much bigger sponsorship announcement within two weeks.
Local television ratings for Reds games soar
This August, ratings on Fox Sports Indiana for Cincinnati Reds games were up 144 percent over the same period a year ago. September ratings are up 196 percent.
Colts’ Polian backtracks on 18-game regular season statement
In the wake of the stir he caused on his local radio show Monday, Colts President Bill Polian this morning said the expansion of the NFL regular season from 16 to 18 games is not a done deal.
IU’s Crean scores recruits, but at what cost?
Going after young players could win college coaches some job security in the short run. But in the long run, the strategy is fraught with pitfalls.
Smart gets his first shot as NBA head coach
Hoosier basketball legend Keith Smart was appointed by the Golden State Warriors to replace Don Nelson, the head coach with the most victories in NBA history.
Colts’ Polian: NFL 18-game season is done deal
During Monday night’s weekly radio show, the Indianapolis Colts team president called expanding the schedule by two games “fait accompli,” and said the debate is over.
Colts may look to sell souvenirs through vending machines
Locally based MainGate is testing the new NFL merchandise sales technique in Minnesota. Indianapolis could be next.
NBC pairs Peyton Manning and IndyCars as Hoosier icons
Prime-time promo proves open-wheel racing still synonomous with Indianapolis. Image of Dwight Freeney busting through corn field focuses on state's roots, not its present or future.
Indy Super Bowl organizers moving ahead with plans
Local organizers expect the 2012 Super Bowl to be played as scheduled, despite growing concerns that an NFL work stoppage could force postponement or cancellation of the game.