Stories tagged with "sports"

Pacers' defense helps Bobcats solve slump by Mike Wells

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Remember when the Indiana Pacers were on a five-game winning streak? It’s understandable if you can’t recall because they haven’t done... – Nov 23, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Pacers

Hoosiers finish last in Puerto Rico by Terry Hutchens

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Apparently the banks are open Sunday in Puerto Rico. At least for George Mason University. Cam Long banked in a contested 3-pointer from the left wing... – Nov 23, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Indiana University

Bird, Magic inducted into college hall together by indystar

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Larry Bird finished his speech, walked back to his seat and received a fist bump from the man sitting next to him on the dais. Had to be Magic Johnson. If... – Nov 22, 2009 at 9:26 PM in Sports

Bobcats beat Pacers 104-88 by indystar

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Nazr Mohammed scored 18 points, Boris Diaw added 17 and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Indiana Pacers 104-88 on Sunday to snap a seven-game losing streak. Rookie... – Nov 22, 2009 at 8:24 PM in Pacers

Johnson wins 4th straight NASCAR title by indystar

HOMESTEAD, Fla. — Jimmie Johnson has won a NASCAR record fourth consecutive championship with a fifth-place finish in the finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Johnson needed only to... – Nov 22, 2009 at 6:48 PM in NASCAR

Colts move to 10-0 with 17-15 win over Ravens by Phil Richards

Middle linebacker Gary Brackett intercepted a Joe Flacco pass at the Indianapolis Colts 17-yard line with 2:42 to play Sunday to preserve the Colts’ 17-15 victory over the... – Nov 22, 2009 at 4:16 PM in Colts

IMPD officer fires shots at fleeing vehicle by Robert Annis

An Indianapolis Police Detective fired upon an escaping vehicle this morning, seconds after it narrowly missed hitting him. IMPD Sgt. Paul Thompson said Det. James Carver observed... – Nov 22, 2009 at 3:51 PM in Crime & Courts

At 6-5, Weis would have hard time arguing firing by indystar

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Charlie Weis wouldn’t blame Notre Dame for firing him. “If they decide to make a change, I’d have to say I’d have a tough time arguing with... – Nov 22, 2009 at 3:08 PM in Notre Dame

Long's 18 help George Mason top Indiana 69-66 by indystar

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Cam Long scored 18 points and hit a 3-pointer with 6 seconds left to lift George Mason to a 69-66 victory over Indiana on Sunday in the Puerto Rico... – Nov 22, 2009 at 3:06 PM in Indiana University

De’von Hall signed to active roster from practice squad by Mike Chappell

BALTIMORE – The Indianapolis Colts made a roster move prior to today’s game against the Baltimore Ravens to bolster their secondary. Rookie safety De’von Hall was signed to the... – Nov 22, 2009 at 1:52 PM in Colts

Ravens offer an unusual challenge for Colts by Mike Chappell

Manning knows to be patient and aggressive at the same time Peyton Manning walks a fine line whenever operating the Indianapolis Colts offense against the Baltimore Ravens’... – Nov 22, 2009 at 12:36 AM in Colts

Mike Chappell's power rankings by indystar

1. Indianapolis Colts: The hometown fans would love to see their beloved Baltimore Ravens end the bid for perfection by those hated Colts. 2. New Orleans Saints: Averted an upset... – Nov 22, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts

Game notes by indystar

Coaches: Jim Caldwell (9-0 in first season with Colts). John Harbaugh (18-10 in second season with Ravens). Series: Colts lead overall series 7-2. Last meeting: Colts won 31-3 Oct.... – Nov 22, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts

Bulldogs hold off spunky Aces by David Woods

Hayward’s free throws counter Ryan’s 3-point shooting at end EVANSVILLE, Ind. — The Colts can’t play without dramatic finishes, and that includes an... – Nov 22, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Butler

Butcher contributes much-needed energy by David Woods

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — Garrett Butcher said he never considered redshirting this college basketball season anyway. On Saturday night, it was evident how much he can help the No.... – Nov 22, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Butler

Returning players cause nice problem for coaches by Mike Wells

One by one, the injured Indiana Pacers players who have missed all or part of the season are starting to return. It’s a situation the Pacers’ coaching staff is... – Nov 22, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Pacers

Watford is eager to prove worth by Terry Hutchens

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — In two games back in Bloomington, Christian Watford clearly had the attention of Indiana basketball fans. He had double-doubles in his first two... – Nov 22, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Indiana University

Boilers respect St. Joseph's by indystar

ST. THOMAS, Virgin Islands — It’s probably a good thing for seventh-ranked Purdue that it arrived at the University of the Virgin Islands’ Sports and Fitness... – Nov 22, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Purdue

Johnson, Martin take Chase to end by indystar

HOMESTEAD, Fla. — Mark Martin has lost to Dale Earnhardt, Jeff Gordon and Tony Stewart — some of NASCAR’s greatest drivers — in his frustrating bid for an... – Nov 22, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Wabash, DePauw eliminated from Division III playoffs by indystar

Kraig Ladd’s 30-yard touchdown pass to Jack Scalucci on a fourth-and-15 play in the second overtime period gave Illinois Wesleyan a 41-35 victory over visiting Wabash on... – Nov 22, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Sports