Jim Irsay on mission to spread mental health awareness
The Indianapolis Colts owner, who has publicly battled alcoholism and addiction, has made it a personal mission to help people by breaking down barriers surrounding mental health.
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NCAA approves new guidance on player endorsement deals
The latest clarifications provide new guidance to members on name, image and likeness activities, giving schools, coaches and staffers a better idea of how they can be involved with athletes’ endorsement and sponsorship deals.
Colton Herta signs 4-year Andretti IndyCar extension
The extension shuts out the biggest teams in IndyCar from poaching Herta when his current deal expires at the end of the 2023 season. It also indicates Herta has put a pause on his Formula One ambitions.
Athlete advocacy group files complaint with DOJ against NCAA
The National College Players Association is accusing those involved with the governing body of violating antitrust laws by capping compensation for athletes.
Colts owner Irsay says there’s ‘merit to remove’ Snyder
The Washington Commanders released a statement saying the Snyders will not sell the team. The statement called Jim Irsay’s comments “highly inappropriate.”
IBJ Podcast: Rahal, Frye on why race teams are investing now
Guest host Mickey Shuey talks with IBJ reporter Daniel Bradley about several expansion projects and then interviews team owner Bobby Rahal and IndyCar’s Jay Frye about the state of racing.
Pacers strike deal to give season-ticket holders access to Bally Sports+
The deal will see Pacers Sports & Entertainment provide individuals who purchase a multi-game ticket package with a complimentary six-month subscription to the streaming sports service.
Mark Montieth: Young Pacers could give Myles Turner chance to shine
While NBA trade rumors are cheap, there was enough smoke surrounding Turner’s name over the summer to justify a fire in his belly.
College Football Playoff title game generated $156M in spending
Commissioned by the local organizing committee, the study generally covered a four day period from Jan. 7 to 10. It found about 56,000 people visited Indianapolis for the game, spending an average of $281 per day.
New Gainbridge Fieldhouse galleries depict ‘The Art of the Game’
Work by 22 artists is intended to provide fresh context to the story of basketball in Indiana and Gainbridge Fieldhouse itself.
IU law students helping university’s athletes with NIL deals
Students at Indiana University Maurer School of Law are now working with IU Bloomington athletes to make sure they aren’t at risk when they sign off on an agreement.
NASCAR legend, IndyCar driver Jimmie Johnson to retire from full-time racing
Johnson for sure won’t return for a second full IndyCar season with Chip Ganassi Racing. He raced only the street and road courses in 2021, added the ovals to run the full 2022 season and now isn’t even sure if he’ll run IndyCar at all.
IBJ Podcast: Butler’s Barry Collier on longevity, competing in Big East and hiring Thad Matta
Host Mason King asks Collier about his long-term goals, his success in fundraising and improving Butler athletic facilities, and Butler’s transition to the Big East.
Mark Montieth: Boxer’s move ‘a big loss for the city’
Sugar Ray Seales, the only American boxer to win gold in the 1972 Olympics, is leaving Indianapolis for the West Coast.
McLaren hires Barnhart, considering Kyle Busch for Indy 500
The head of McLaren Racing held a town hall Thursday at the team’s IndyCar shop to introduce new hire Brian Barnhart and quell any concerns over this week’s sudden departure of the team president.
Horizon League to keep championships in Indy through 2026
The Indiana Farmers Coliseum at the Indiana State Fairgrounds has hosted the tournament since 2020.
Colton Herta was poised to become F1’s only U.S. driver. What happened?
The push to bring IndyCar driver Colton Herta to Formula One hit a wall that will likely keep the 22-year-old stateside for another season, raising questions about the sport’s accessibility to drivers who look to join from certain racing leagues.
Power wins IndyCar championship, while Palou dominates season finale
Will Power was pushed to the brink Sunday by Team Penske but withstood the internal challenge from his teammate to close out a season of consistency and win his second IndyCar championship.
Ryan begins new chapter as Colts continue revolving QB story
For the Colts, it’s the same old story. Another new season, another new quarterback. But they’re hoping Ryan is the guy to end their quarterback carrousel by playing at a championship level.
Pat McAfee joins ESPN’s ‘College GameDay’ team
Former Indianapolis Colts punter Pat McAfee will make his debut as a full-time “GameDay” cast member on Saturday.