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Bull-riding CEO mulling offer to lead IRL
Indy Racing League goes outside racing circles to look for new CEO. Professional Bull Riders Association boss offered job
to replace Tony George.
Manning is to LL Cool J as Brees is to Doogie Howser
In the minds of American consumers, Indianapolis Colts’ Peyton Manning and New Orleans Saints Drew Brees’ align with some
intriguing public figures.
Could Jack Swarbrick be next NCAA president?
Lots of folks in Indianapolis law and sports circles think the Notre Dame athletic director is the right man to replace the
late Myles Brand. But what does Swarbrick think?
Two recipes to improve Indy
City father and Indiana Pacers chief Jim Morris says Indianapolis will rise or fall depending on how well the city nurtures
children and connects with the world. So, how are we doing?
NFL conference title games draw most viewers since 1980s
The Indianapolis Colts’ win over the New York Jets on CBS drew 46.9 million viewers, the most for an American Football Conference
title game since Patriots-Dolphins in 1986.
Colts give local economy a kick
Indianapolis Colts Super Bowl run giving downtown hotels, restaurants and retailers a multi-million-dollar boost.
Colts fans want a little pay back
Indianapolis Colts have a rare opportunity to bond with their fans by showing them success doesn’t mean they’ll be taken for
granted. Fans want answers about Super Bowl ticket disbursement.
CBS, Super Bowl advertisers may be rooting against Colts
From a TV ratings standpoint, a Minnesota Viking-N.Y. Jets Super Bowl match-up could be the biggest winner for CBS and Super
Bowl advertisers paying $3 million for a 30-second spot.
Rising pay for coaches puts pressure on athletic departments
A group of academics recently grilled the NCAA about what it plans to do to secure the future of more than three-fourths of
its largest members, whose athletic departments are hemorrhaging cash at a surprising rate.
BENNER: I’m more interested in soccer all of a sudden
Despite my American bias, there’s no doubt that soccer is the world’s game.
Peyton Manning’s childhood home included on N.O. tour
Historic Landmarks Foundation is including a trip to Archie and Olivia Manning’s home during tour of New Orleans in March.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway board must point to path for success
They’ve ousted Tony George, now it’s time for the former Indianapolis Motor Speedway CEO’s three sisters and mother to lead
open-wheel racing out of the woods.
Tony George resigns from Speedway, IRL board
His resignation removes George from any remaining role in Hulman & Co., Indianapolis Motor Speedway, IMS
Productions and other affiliated companies.
Is The Fan cheering for Kravitz and Eddie?
Two new executive hires this month at WFNI-AM 1070 could mean changes for the sports-talk radio station known as The Fan.
Kravitz and Eddie’s future to get evaluated.
Colts defense worthy of an endorsement deal
They’re small, but they’re fast. They pack a punch and have proven more than reliable. When will someone wise up and give the Colts defense an endoresement deal?
Colts fans can help fight bad home field trend
Lucas Oil Stadium may be too soft to provide much of a home field advantage for Colts during playoffs. But rowdy fans can
give LOS a harder edge for visiting Ravens.
Colts fans howling over bar manager’s barbs
Colts fans threatening boycott after Howl at the Moon manager invites Ravens fans to come party in Indianapolis. Blue Crew
thinks invite was laced with insults to Indy.
Uncertainty over 2012 Super Bowl puts hotels in a bind
At issue is a dispute pitting NFL players against owners, and owners against one another over how league
revenue should be divided. If it isn’t resolved, the 2011 season could be shortened, delayed or canceled.
Indy Racing League vice president resigns
Tony Cotman, 42, has vacated his post as Indy Racing League vice president of competition.