Chris Widlic
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Butler re-introduces Thad Matta as head basketball coach
INDIANAPOLIS – They say you can’t go home again. Don’t tell Thad Matta. Butler reintroduced Matta as its head men’s basketball basketball coach with an on-court ceremony at Hinkle Fieldhouse open to fans on Wednesday afternoon. The 54-year-old takes over a program he led 22 years ago to a conference regular season championship, a conference […] → Read More
Warren Central’s Mack Smith sets NCAA record in senior season at EIU
INDIANAPOLIS – Mack Smith’s basketball career at Eastern Illinois University has seen its ups and downs, and could come to a close on senior day Saturday when EIU hosts UT-Martin. “I know once they call my name, my mom and my grandma, they’re going to be yelling like always,” Smith told our Chris Widlic Tuesday. […] → Read More
Pacer star Victor Oladipo may play after all
INDIANAPOLIS — Pacer star Victor Oladipo may play for the Pacers this season after all. After informing the team that he didn’t want to risk further injury to his quad tendon, Oladipo not only traveled with the Pacers inside the NBA bubble in Orlando, but he’s practiced with the team. Head coach Nate McMillan says […] → Read More
Blue, Boomer to be inducted Sunday into Mascot Hall of Fame
INDIANAPOLIS — They’re crazy, zany and make sports fans across America smile, and only in Indiana can you enjoy them in one building, the Mascot Hall of Fame in Whiting. “It’s just that magical combination of overt fun with a lot of subliminal education,” said Al Spajer, the director of community engagement at the Mascot […] → Read More
Colts quarterback Philip Rivers settles into new city
INDIANAPOLIS – At long last, Philip Rivers and his family can call themselves Hoosiers. The Indianapolis Colts’ new quarterback moved to Indiana with his wife and nine children last week and are already enjoying what the state has to offer. “It’s been great,” said the 38-year-old NFL veteran. “Haven’t really moved in a long time. […] → Read More
Kobe Bryant’s legacy lives on in Indy
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The sports world is still reeling from Sunday's news of Kobe Bryant's tragic death, and as coaches and athletes process what it means to them personally, they're back at class or hard at work on the court, trying to use that “Mamba Mentality. → Read More
Former Colts coach Chuck Pagano back in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- After six up-and-down seasons as the Indianapolis Colts' head coach, Chuck Pagano needed a break. He traveled, spent time with his family around the country but was ready to get back into football. → Read More
Pacers Gaming laser focused for NBA 2K playoffs
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- The Pacers' playoff experience was a short one, as they were swept in four games by Boston, but Pacers Gaming hopes to improve on that performance as they head to their first post-season appearance in year two of the NBA 2K league. → Read More
Former IU star Romeo Langford alters shooting motion for NBA
BOSTON, Mass. -- Boston Celtics' first round draft pick Romeo Langford is not only ready for a big change in competition in the NBA, but the Celtics want to change the way he shoots as well. The 2018 Indiana Mr. basketball from New Albany who created a major stir when he committed to IU has a hitch. Suffering a torn thumb ligament during his only season in Bloomington added another issue. → Read More
John Andretti, Riley Hospital for Children prepare for 23rd ‘Race for Riley’
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.-- The 23rd Race for Riley is back this week, along with cancer survivor John Andretti. Since 1997, Race for Riley events have raised more than $4.4 million to support the life-saving work of Riley Hospital for Children. → Read More
Pacers acquire T.J. Warren from the Suns hours before NBA Draft
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Hours before the NBA Draft, the Indiana Pacers began their roster makeover, acquiring 6’8” small forward T.J. Warren from the Phoenix Suns and the 32nd overall draft pick for cash, sources tell our news gathering partners at the IndyStar. → Read More
Sports legends, Tony Kanaan and Ian Rush, connect at IMS
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – A pair of world-renowned sports legends connected at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Tuesday afternoon. Liverpool Football Club’s all-time leading scorer, Ian Rush, met 2013 Indy 500 champion Tony Kanaan, who took Rush on a speedy tour of the oval that made him famous. → Read More
6 wins in a row has Indy Eleven 4th in USL standings
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The Circle City’s newest professional team is making a lot of noise. The United Soccer League's Indy Eleven are unbeaten in their last six matches and that streak has catapulted the boys in blue into fourth place in the standings. → Read More
Timing and scoring officials serve as the heartbeat of IndyCar
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – John Koskey spent 22 years at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and knows his job as Senior Director of Technology in Race Control is critical. “We collect all kinds of data here and push it literally around the world to people. → Read More
36th Indianapolis 500 driver and car announced
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Bump Day this weekend just got even more interesting. Spaniard Oriol Servia, 44, will join the Arrow-Schmidt Peterson Motorsports team, becoming the 36th car and driver combination that will battle for 33 spots on the grid. → Read More
Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri has both football and racing in his blood
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri has achieved just about everything you can in football. Super Bowl titles, standing at the top of the list for most field goals and points in league history, but his competitive juices are still flowing and the 46-year-old is finding an outlet at the speedway this month. → Read More
Former Purdue star P.J. Thompson sits down with Chris Widlic
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Former Purdue star P.J. Thompson hopes to be home again. After an impressive career as the Boilermakers point guard, Thompson spent last season proving he could make it successfully as a pro in Denmark. He lead his European team in three pointers, assists and minutes played, but the tug of friends and family had a strong pull. → Read More
IMS Museum opens Mario Andretti exhibit
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The man synonymous with the Indy 500 will not only be celebrated at the speedway this May, but a special exhibit is open to enjoy the racing career of Mario Andretti. → Read More
Fernando Alonso returns to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Two-time Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso was back on track at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Wednesday, hoping to take a step closer to his dream. He wants to become the first driver to win what he calls the triple crown, the F1 title, the 24 Hours of LeMans, and the Indy 500. → Read More
Pacers face critical playoff game against the Celtics on Friday
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Two bad quarters have cost the Indiana Pacers two games in their playoff series with Boston, and with the series shifting to the Fieldhouse, correcting those mistakes is now the only way to keep their season alive. → Read More