Monthly Archives: September 2010

Gordon Hayward lands a new ride

Former Butler superstar Gordon Hayward finally has a car to himself, and it’s not what you’re expecting. Drafted No. 9 overall by the Utah Jazz, Hayward is guaranteed millions. The low-profile Brownsburg native didn’t buy the traditional Land Rover, Cadillac, or BMW so often purchased by NBA players.

Instead, he got a Honda Accord.

It is one of the first big purchases for Hayward. In …

The Weekly Dosage – September 27th

NFL- Colts

The Indianapolis Colts played another solid game Sunday at Denver. They controlled the game from the outset. Despite injuries, the team is moving forward and not using it as an excuse. Per usual, “no excuses, no explanations.”

4-time MVP Peyton Manning has continued to excel this season. He was 27-43 for 325 yards and 3 touchdowns. Most of those incomplete passes were throwaways …

‘The Lecture’ with Indiana’s Tom Crean

Nearly 1500 IU students, professors and Hoosier faithful attended Tom Crean’s annual ‘lecture’ to the fans. It is a tradition that dates back to Bob Knight and it was something that coach insisted on continuing when he arrived on campus. It is a time for him to discuss offseason training, strengths and weaknesses, and to show the student body his passion for Indiana.

The night …

Dreams come true—on the IU Radio Network

Growing up in Indiana as an avid IU sports fan, the voice of Don Fischer has been long familiar. He has been the calming voice of Indiana athletics for the last 38 years.

This weekend, I have the unique opportunity to join the legend, along with Buck Suhr on the IU Radio Network. I will host the pregame, halftime, and postgame show on the statewide …

Working towards the future: Indiana hosts Franklin College in first exhibition contest

The Indiana basketball program is anxious to get the season underway. They have been working all year round on improving individual strength, speed and efficiency on the court.

The Hoosiers will officially begin practice on October 15th with ‘Hoosier Hysteria,’ an annual tradition. Tom Crean enters his third year as the head coach of one of the most storied college basketball programs in the country. …

Ines Sainz and NY Jets both at fault

This whole Ines Sainz debacle has spun way out of control. This incident brings to light the power of good looking females and a typical sports locker room.

Sainz is a sports reporter for TV Azteca in Mexico. Just a week ago, she visited Jets practice to do a story on the team and grab a couple of interviews including quarterback Mark Sanchez.

Obviously she …

Bob Sanders struggles continue;out indefinitely

The Colts top safety Bob Sanders can’t stay on the field. On Sunday, the 2007 Defensive Player of the Year landed awkwardly on his arm during the first series of the game.

Today, multiple media outlets are reporting that Sanders is out indefinitely once again, with a torn biceps tendon. Another huge blow to Coach Caldwell and the defense. But no surprise to Colts fans.…

Indiana legend Bob Knight fired from IU 10 years ago

Former Indiana head coach Bob Knight (1971-2000) is a legend in college basketball. He will always be remembered for getting the job done on the court and how he handled situations. Today marks the 10-year anniversary of Knight’s firing.

He ran a straight-edge, high-class basketball program. He was a coach that followed the rules in regard to the NCAA and running a clean program. His …