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Local pro athletes gather to support Athletes in Action

FISHERS – Several professional athletes with Indianapolis ties took to Top Golf in Fishers Monday to support Athletes in Action, a faith-based non-profit. Former Colts standouts Joe Reitz and Gary Brackett, as well as former Butler Basketball star Matt Howard, and former Notre Dame Basketball star Luke Zeller, spoke with FOX59’s JoJo Gentry during the […] → Read More

Former Butler runner to compete in Paralympics in Tokyo

Former Butler University Track & Field runner Dani Aravich will represent Team USA this summer at the Paralympics in Tokyo. → Read More

1 on 1 with two-time Olympic gold medalist Lilly King

BLOOMINGTON – Two-time Olympic gold medalist Lilly King is preparing to represent Team USA a second time for the Olympic games in Tokyo next month. King will swim the 100 and 200 breaststroke events. FOX59’s JoJo Gentry spoke with King one-on-one at IU’s Natatorium in Bloomington before the former Indiana Swim star travels to Tokyo. → Read More

Jimmie Johnson enjoying IndyCar journey at IMS

INDIANAPOLIS – Jimmie Johnson has won four times at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. His first victory came in 2006, winning the Brickyard 400. Johnson remembers that day well. “That first win was really big for me here, because I was so bad prior to that win,” Johnson said. “We fought our way back from almost being […] → Read More

Jack Harvey hopes for another strong run at IMS

INDIANAPOLIS — Jack Harvey has some notable firsts at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The 28-year-old from England made his IndyCar Series debut at the 2017 Indianapolis 500. Two years later, Harvey secured his first and only podium at the 2019 Grand Prix. “Just going to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, it’s got a specialness to it,” […] → Read More

Fever’s Gondrezick aims to change landscape of women’s basketball

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Fever start their season next week, and all eyes are on first round pick Kysre Gondrezick, who was selected fourth overall. The team’s “new girl” is a baller and businesswoman. She recently agreed to a multi-year shoe deal with Adidas that will cater to men and women. “You want it to […] → Read More

Fever select Kysre Gondrezick 4th overall in WNBA Draft

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Fever select 5-foot-9 guard Kysre Gondrezick from West Virginia with the fourth overall pick. The draft aired on ESPN. Gondrezick averaged 16.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and started 72 of 92 games played throughout her career at West Virginia and Michigan. Playing for Michigan, she was a Second Team All-Big […] → Read More

Roncalli pitcher Keagan Rothrock ranks number one nationwide

INDIANAPOLIS – Pitching for Roncalli High School, 16-year-old Keagan Rothrock is the top-ranked player nationwide for the Class of 2023 by Softball America. Extra Inning Softball ranked Rothrock the top player in the nation last year. The sophomore started playing at age four. It was clear back then she was destined to do some damage. […] → Read More

Dane Fife to join Mike Woodson’s staff at IU

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Another Hoosier is coming back to Bloomington to coach Indiana men’s basketball. Dane Fife will join Mike Woodson’s staff as an assistant coach. FOX59’s JoJo Gentry broke the news Monday. Fife has spent the last eight seasons with Michigan State. He most recently served as the Spartans’ associate head coach. “Dane is […] → Read More

Rondale Moore showcases expectations during Purdue’s Pro Day

INDIANAPOLIS – Rondale Moore has played just three games over the last year and a half after dealing with a series of injuries. After earning Big Ten Freshman of the Year honors in 2018, Moore was sidelined his sophomore season in 2019 with a hamstring injury. Then, he opted out of the 2020 season. Now, […] → Read More

Victory Field serving as sanctuary for NCAA Tournament teams

INDIANAPOLIS — When NCAA Tournament teams aren’t competing or hanging out in their respective hotels, they can get away to Victory Field for some fresh air. The venue — home of the Indianapolis Indians — is serving as a recreational safe haven for teams to play games, exercise and relax. Alabama Head Coach Nate Oats […] → Read More

Among 68 teams competing in March Madness, nearly 60 with Hoosier ties return to Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS – Sixty-eight teams are destined to dance around the state starting with First Four games Thursday. Based on our research, nearly 60 people with Hoosier ties are on teams competing in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament playing around Indiana. We also catch up with Michigan State junior forward Aaron Henry. The former Ben Davis […] → Read More

Butler bound for Big East Tournament at Madison Square Garden

INDIANAPOLIS — Butler (9-14) left for New York City Monday to compete in the Big East Tournament at Madison Square Garden. The 10-seed Bulldogs face 7-seed Xavier (13-7) in the first round Wednesday at 6 p.m. The Musketeers have beaten the Bulldogs twice this season. The winner of Wednesday’s game faces 2-seed Creighton in the […] → Read More

IU’s Michael Penix Jr. pushes for strong return

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Three months after tearing his ACL, Indiana University quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is confident he can come back to play a fourth season for the Hoosiers. Penix told media Monday via Zoom that he might be on schedule, or even ahead of schedule, to come back for the 2021 season after tearing […] → Read More

North Central twins are destined for Dartmouth

INDIANAPOLIS – Identical twins out of North Central High School are destined to play football for Ivy League’s Dartmouth. Seniors Josiah and Micah Green played defense for the Panthers, and carry GPAs exceeding 4.0. But, there are some differences between them. “Our personalities are a lot different,” Micah said. “In-person, I’m kind of more reserved. […] → Read More

Butler loses 2 players for remainder of 2020-2021 season

INDIANAPOLIS – Butler Men’s Basketball has lost two underclassmen over the last two days. Freshman JaKobe Coles announced on Instagram Monday his season is over due to injury. Per Butler University, Coles endured a knee injury during practice New Year’s Day. After evaluating his injury, the school determined surgery is required. Coles played six games, […] → Read More

IHSAA changes date for boys basketball state finals

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana High School Athletic Association announced Monday it is changing the date of the boys basketball state finals to avoid scheduling conflicts with the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. The Hoosier state will host the NCAA Men’s Tournament’s 67 games in mid-March to early April. The IHSAA executive committee decided the finals will […] → Read More

Talking college hoops with Andy Katz

INDIANAPOLIS – FOX Sports College Basketball Analyst Andy Katz joins FOX59’s JoJo Gentry to discuss how IU (8-6) and Purdue (10-5) stand midway through their regular seasons. Katz also shares his insight on a report by CBS Sports College Basketball Insider Jon Rothstein stating the Big Ten Conference is seriously discussing moving the Big Ten Tournament from Chicago to Indianapolis in March. → Read More

Lawrence Central’s Al Gooden earns 500th win

INDIANAPOLIS – Lawrence Central High School boys basketball head coach Al Gooden earned his 500th career win Tuesday when his Bears beat Decatur Central in the Marion County Tournament, 58-38. Gooden becomes the first black coach, and tenth overall, in Indiana High School Basketball history to reach the 500 wins milestone. → Read More

Purdue’s game vs Nebraska Tuesday is postponed

INDIANAPOLIS – Purdue’s game against Nebraska Tuesday is postponed after both teams agreed mutually to put it off due to health and safety concerns. The schools will work with the Big Ten Conference to reschedule. This is the first postponement for Boilermakers basketball this season. Purdue (7-5) was seeking its sixth straight win at home. […] → Read More