Category Archives: Hoosiers

‘The WatSwat’ Propels Indiana to Victory

It wasn’t looking good for the Indiana Hoosiers on Sunday. Playing against a Temple Owls team that was able to slow the pace, simply put, Indiana looked vulnerable.

With 2:56 left to play, Temple led Indiana 52-48 and, at that point, it seemed the season hinged on the outcome of every possession.

Step on up, Christian Watford. Once again, Watford saved the day for Indiana …

Observations from Hoosiers win over Temple

The Indiana Hoosiers came into Sunday’s game against the Temple Owls as the heavy favorite. Nearly all the experts had picked the Hoosiers to advance, even though most acknowledged it wouldn’t be cakewalk.

And it wasn’t. The Hoosiers defeated the Owls 58-52 in a hard-fought game, physical game in Dayton, Ohio led by Victor Oladipo’s 16 points and eight rebounds. I was fortunate enough to …

Before No. 1 Indiana begins tournament play, take a moment to reflect

When the Indiana Hoosiers were awarded a No. 1 seed to this year’s NCAA Tournament, I couldn’t help but immediately think of everything that has happened over the last five seasons. From where they were — bottom of the barrel, composed of walk-ons and baseball players to where they are now atop the rankings for most of the season, winners of the Big Ten regular-season …

The President’s 2013 NCAA Tournament bracket is in and we’re supposed to care

When the media, particularly at ESPN, began tweeting on Wednesday who the President has in his Final Four and winning it all, the same thought went through my mind that always has this time of year.

Seriously?

“Ain’t nobody (especially the President) got time for that.” Or he shouldn’t anyway.

I have no problem with the President, whoever it is, releasing his picks via a …

Indiana basketball summer update: Cody Zeller

Indiana fans are thankful that their own, Cody Zeller, is returning for anther season. In many way too early polls, the Hoosiers are picked No. 1 because of what IU did last year, Cody returning and a fantastic incoming class.

Zeller had a special freshman year — he started every game, averaged 15.6 points and 6.6 rebounds per game, and helped lead his state school …

Video: IU Coach Kevin Wilson after first practice of 2012 season

The Indiana football team officially opened camp Thursday, as they prepare for year two under Kevin Wilson. The Hoosiers are building a football culture and are determined to improve on their 1-11 record from last season.

Everybody still around has bought in. Those that didn’t, are gone.

I expect a big jump from year one to year two, primarily because the players know what to …

Indiana adds Big Ten logo to Assembly Hall floor

As seen above (via Justin Wright on twitter), the Big Ten logo was added to Branch McCracken court for the first time in history. The move goes against what Indiana has been about — clean, simple and professional.

I presume the majority of Indiana fans completely oppose the addition because it’s a change to the historic and tradition-rich program. And I’m sure the Big Ten …

Video: Coach Wilson, Larry Black Jr., Will Matte, Adam Replogle at Big Ten Media Day

Jeremy Gray of IU Athletics talked with the Indiana football representatives at Big Ten Media Day in Chicago.

Coach Wilson:

Larry Black Jr.:

Will Matte:

Adam Replogle: