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12/21/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Ron Hunter, Men's Basketball Coach, IUPUI

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 17:14:19 GMT

IUPUI basketball coach Ron Hunter made national news last year when he coached a game in his bare feet to draw attention to the number of people around the world who can't afford such a basic necessity as shoes. The result was the donation to his Samaritans Feet charity of more than 200,000 pairs. This year, Hunter has set an even loftier goal.

12/14/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Evansville A.D.

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 15:53:01 GMT

University of Evansville Athletic Director John Stanley is bringing North Carolina basketball to Evansville. The three-game commitment kicks off next week at Chapel Hill, but the Tar Heels will come to Evansville in 2010.

12/07/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Black Coaches and Administrators

Sun, 7 Dec 2008 16:48:16 GMT

With two recent firings and a resignation, there are only three African American head coaches out of 117 positions in the NCAA's Division I-A. In studio to discuss the ongoing efforts to increase those numbers is Floyd Keith, executive director of the Black Coaches and Administrators, better known as the BCA.

11/30/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Melanie Roberts, Director of the Fitness Center and Educational Serv

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 20:01:06 GMT

A local sports and fitness institution is celebrating its 20th anniversary this month. That institution would be the well-known National Institute for Fitness and Sport, otherwise known by the acronym of NIFS. Bill Benner has more in this week's Inside Indiana Sports.

11/16/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Marian College

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:27:38 GMT

In just its second season of intercollegiate football, Marian College went into its final game already assured of a winning season. Starting a football program and upgrading athletics facilities on the Marian campus are just a few of the ambitious undertakings going on at Marian under President Dan Elsener. Bill Benner talks with Marian's Athletic Director, Joe Haklin.

11/09/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Monon Bell Game

Sun, 9 Nov 2008 17:15:00 GMT

Known as of the greatest rivalries in college football, the history of the Monon Bell Game between Wabash and DePauw is now available on video in limited release. DePauw graduate and former Indy TV newsman Ken Owen is executive director of media relations at DePauw and he's created Monon Memories, vignettes of the 114 Wabash-DePauw games.

10/19/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Indiana Pacers New GM

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:08:34 GMT

The Indiana Pacers begin their NBA season in less than two weeks not only with a number of new players on the roster, but a new general manager as well. David Morway talks about his duties as the team prepares for its season opener October 29 at Detroit. Read more at http://www.nba.com/pacers/

10/12/08 Inside INdiana Sports: 2012 Super Bowl Host Committee

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 18:20:44 GMT

After being awarded the 2012 Super Bowl in May, the Indianapolis host committee now has its first employee, Indiana Sports Corporation Sr VP Allison Melangton. She has been a major player behind-the-scenes in numerous sporting events that have come to Indianapolis and now she will be front and center as the city plans for the Super Bowl, serving as president and CEO of the host committee. Read more in our newsroom at http://www.insideindianabusiness.com/newsitem.asp?ID=31872

10/05/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Indianapolis Rowing Center at Eagle Creek

Sun, 5 Oct 2008 17:21:03 GMT

Earlier this year, the Indianapolis Rowing Center named Bernadette Teeley as its new executive director, and now she and her staff are preparing for the club's signature fall event. Bill Benner has more in this week's Inside Indiana Sports. Learn more at http://www.indyrowing.org/

09/28/08 Inside INdiana Sports: NCAA's New Pilot Program

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 18:33:55 GMT

This week, the National Collegiate Athletic Association designated Indianapolis as one of six cities to be part of its Championship City Pilot Program. Through the program, the cities will work more closely with NCAA administrators to provide an enhanced championship experience for NCAA student-athletes and fans. Bill Benner talks with Indiana Sports Corp President Susan Williams. Learn more at https://www.ncaa.org/wps/ncaa?ContentID=37248

09/21/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Dan Dakich, Former IU Men's Basketball Coach

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 17:31:47 GMT

One of the best-known names in Indiana basketball is taking his talents to the airwaves. Just a few months after stepping into the breech as the interim men's basketball coach at Indiana University, former Hoosiers star Dan Dakich has been named host of a mid-day radio program on 1070 The Fan in Indianapolis. Learn more at http://www.1070thefan.com/

09/14/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Circle City Classic

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:56:19 GMT

Preparations are underway for one of Indianapolis's fall sports staples. In 1984, the Circle City Classic was one of the first events to take place in the Hoosier Dome. Twenty-four years later, it's one of the first to take place in the new Lucas Oil Stadium. Executive Director, Tony Mason discusses the October 4 game and associated activities. Learn more at http://www.circlecityclassic.com/

09/07/08 Inside INdiana Sports: The Indianapolis Sports Community

Sun, 7 Sep 2008 17:57:45 GMT

Our Inside INdiana Sports reporter Bill Benner provides perspective on what the new Lucas Oil Stadium means to the city and its sports community.

08/31/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Indiana Motorsports Association

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 17:57:44 GMT

With the MAC Tools NHRA Nationals at OReilly Raceway Park (ORP) and another big economic development announcement, Central Indiana continues to score big in motorsports. More than 100,000 fans are expected again this year for this weekends Nationals. Meanwhile, just across the street from ORP, Impact Racing unveiled plans that will bring jobs to the area. Tom Weisenbach, Executive Director, Indiana Motorsports Association talks with Bill Benner. Learn more about ORP at http://www.oreillyracewaypark.com/

08/24/08 High School Football and the Gridiron Digest

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 17:51:03 GMT

The increasing popularity of Indiana high school football is partly measured by a website devoted solely to the sport. Since Indiana Gridiron Digest began several years ago, it has become the state's authoritative forum on Hoosier high school football. Gridiron's Tim Adams and Barry Lewis talk with Bill Benner. Visit http://www.GridironDigest.com

08/10/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Golden Age Games

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 05:31:54 GMT

In less than two weeks, a national, multi-sport event will come to Indianapolis. The 22nd annual National Veterans Golden Age Games, sponsored by the VA wil feature more than 600 veterans 55 and older, many with physical disabilities as a result of service to their country. Bill Benner talks with Executive Director Linda Jeffrey and Jackie Pope, Defending Gold Medalist in Bowling. Learn more at http://www1.va.gov/vetevent/gag/2008/Default.cfm Visit Bill's blog at www.IndyInsights.com

08/03/08 Inside INdiana Sports: ISU Motorsports Team

Sun, 3 Aug 2008 18:19:57 GMT

Two years ago, Indiana State University instituted a motorsports studies program. Now students are taking what they have learned and putting it into practice. They've actually started their own racing team. ISU Professor Randell Peters, ISU Student Arlo Daunhauer have details. Learn more at http://www1.indstate.edu/business/motorsports/

07/27/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Basketball Officials Reunion

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 18:12:10 GMT

Long time basketball official Jimmy Dimitroff is organizing an officials reunion at the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame in August. Learn more at http://www.hoopshall.com/index1.htm Visit Bill's blog at http://indyinsights.typepad.com/

07/20/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Indiana Pacers' New Players

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 18:11:14 GMT

The Indiana Pacers announced the acquisition of four new players on Wednesday, T.J. Ford, Jarrett Jack, Maceo Baston, and Josh McRoberts. Bill Benner caught up with Larry Bird at the news conference. Learn more about the team at http://www.nba.com/pacers/ Visit Bill's blog at http://indyinsights.typepad.com/

07/13/08 Inside INdiana Sports: Indianapolis Tennis Championships

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 18:10:05 GMT

The Indianapolis Tennis Championships will be played this week at the Indianapolis Tennis Center. With Lilly as a presenting sponsor, the event is not only about great tennis, but good health. Bill Benner talks with Tournament Director Kevin Martin in this week's Inside Indiana Sports. Learn more at http://www.tennisindy.com/