MIKE LOPRESTI: Indians’ new manager has them in pennant fight
Brian Esposito gets the most out of players, most of whom would rather be playing in Pittsburgh.
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Fever attendance better than record would indicate in dismal season
Off-the-court features like kids days and free food have been key to putting fans in seats as the team struggles mightily on court.
Lawsuit alleges USA Diving ignored sex abuse of divers
Two former divers are suing Indianapolis-based USA Diving, accusing the national governing body of ignoring or obstructing inquiries into allegations that a coach sexually abused them when they were young athletes.
CNO Financial extends sponsorship deal with Monumental Marathon
CNO initially signed a three-year deal in 2016 to become the title sponsor of the annual race organized by local not-for-profit Beyond Monumental.
Indianapolis chosen to host NCAA Final Four in 2026
The event, scheduled for April 4 and April 6, 2026, at Lucas Oil Stadium, will be the ninth time the city hosts the men’s basketball championship tournament.
Indianapolis resident wins World Series of Poker title, claims massive prize
John Cynn, 33, said after the victory that he felt "pretty overwhelmed" and that the prize money would be "life-changing."
Pendleton OKs development of $14M sports and health center
The Pendleton Council approved the project Thursday night, along with a $3.2 million incentive package to help encourage the development.
MIKE LOPRESTI: Hosting Colts camp is test for Grand Park
It’s all hands on deck as the massive Hamilton County complex prepares for its big moment.
Ex-Louisville players sue NCAA over vacated national title
The Indianapolis-based NCAA stripped the University of Louisville of the title as part of sanctions for violations discovered during an escort scandal investigation.
Pacers Gaming ranks No. 13 at mid-season but boasts fan support in NBA 2K League
The team’s strong online following is more important to the Pacers brand than racking up wins on the virtual hardwood.
Little League, home builder halt plan for Zionsville HQ development
Little League International said it “believes it’s in everyone’s best interest to pursue other options for the development of the Little League Central Region Headquarters.”
MIKE LOPRESTI: Baseball holds clues to solving basketball’s one-and-done problem
Those who govern college and pro hoops could learn a thing or two from the boys of summer.
Plans for $40 million sports/entertainment complex in Greenwood called off
The proposed 60-acre commercial development has been taken off the drawing board after Indy Fuel owners Jim and Sean Hallett decided to drop plans for a $25 million sportsplex that was to serve as anchor of the project.
Ex-trainer for USA Gymnastics charged in sexual assault case
Texas prosecutors said there was a “total failure” by Indianapolis-based USA Gymnastics “to protect the athletes that were part of their program and to take appropriate action once they were made aware of Dr. [Larry] Nassar’s actions.”
Like father like son: Young Dakich begins down coaching path
Andrew Dakich has joined Chris Holtmann’s staff at Ohio State University as a graduate assistant coach, with an eye to ultimately leading a college basketball team.
Phoenix race dropped from IndyCar’s 2019 schedule
IndyCar said attendance at the oval in Avondale, Arizona, was disappointing despite "considerable investment" by the open-wheel series and track organizers.
Pacers steal UCLA guard Aaron Holiday with 23rd pick in draft
Holiday averaged 20.3 points, 5.8 assists and 1.3 steals while shooting 42.2 percent on 3-pointers last season, becoming the first Bruins player to lead the Pac-12 in scoring since former Pacers star Reggie Miller in 1985-86.
Q&A: Recurring nightmare scared Dan Dakich straight
Dakich, 55, used chewing tobacco through his 30s and most of his 40s, before he quit and launched an anti-tobacco campaign that now includes on-air and print ads.
MIKE LOPRESTI: In a World Cup funk? Root for obvious underdog
Tiny Iceland, making its first appearance, tied Argentina to kick things off.
WTHR president would ‘love it’ if Indy 500 could be televised live locally
NBC will broadcast next year’s race, marking the first time since 1965 it won’t be on ABC. Still, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway has no plans to veer from its longstanding blackout tradition.