Football Friday Night on Fox 59 - Week 4 Game Plan

September 7, 2012

Once again another Metropolitan Interscholastic showdown is the feature game of the IHSAAA Schedule. Ben Davis travels to Warren Central in a game that will go a long way towards determining who will challenge Carmel in the conference. Don't forget to catch Fox 59's Football Friday Night at 10:35 for your first look at the highlights and all the scores on the Ortho Indy ticker.

Van Pelt feels right at home atop BMW Championship Leaderboard

September 6, 2012

Bo Van Pelt has likely had the 2012 BMW Championships circled on his calendar. However, for all the hype and anticipation of playing a professional event in his home state, Van Pelt was just looking forward to teeing it up Thursday and starting the tournament.

Collie hosts Tackling Homelessness event Sunday, thanks the fans for their support

August 26, 2012

Austin Collie has accomplished a great deal on the football field during his three seasons with the Colts. He is also making an impact off the field through various charity and community organizations. Collie served as host of the 8th Annual Tackling Homelessness event Sunday night at the Colts Complex.

Indians clinch IL West Title with 6-1 victory over Louisville combined with Columbus loss

August 23, 2012

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Colts Camp 2012: Cory Redding answers the call

August 2, 2012

Cory Redding is not hard to find on a football field. The veteran defensive lineman is 6-4, 315 pounds and has made a career out of wreacking havoc in the trenches.

Lembo energized for second season at Ball State

July 21, 2012

From the Commonwealth to the Hoosier State? Darius Miller enjoys Pacers Pre-Draft Workout

June 14, 2012

The Kentucky Wildcats are treated like a professional team within the borders of the Commonwealth. Darius Miller thrived under the bluegrass spotlight the last four years and wouldn't mind continuing his basketball career in another state known for its passion for basketball.

Softball game at Victory Field brings Colts and Pacers together for a good cause

June 7, 2012

It is technically the "off-season" for Roy Hibbert and Robert Mathis, however the Pacers center and Colts defensive star were in regular season mode prior to the 4th Annual Caroline Symmes Celebrity Softball Challenge at Victory Field Thursday.

Justin Rose is excited for the PGA Tour to return to Crooked Stick Golf Club

June 4, 2012

BMW Championship Release:

Pacers Gameday: Opportunity to clinch the series at Bankers Life Fieldhouse

May 8, 2012

Frank Vogel was a video coordinator with the Boston Celtics in 2000. Larry Bird was the Pacers head coach. A lot has happened from May 2000 to May 2012, but in that time the Pacers have not won a playoff-clinching game at home.

Butler announces it will compete in the Atlantic 10 starting in 2013-14

May 2, 2012

The Indianapolis-based Horizon League is losing its highest profile institution as Butler is moving to the Atlantic-10 Conference. Fox 59 has learned that the school officially notified the League Wednesday morning of its intentions will indeed join the A-10 in time for the 2013-14 season.

IHSAA Basketball Town Hall Meeting in Milan brings back many fond memories

May 2, 2012

Tuesday's visit to Milan was easily the most anticipated of the 11 scheduled stops on the IHSAA Town Hall tour. After all, the 1954 State Championship won by Milan is often referred to as a reason Indiana had the greatest basketball tournament in the country. That victory by Indians over Muncie Central was the stuff that legends are made of. Bobby Plump is one of the most recognizable figures in Indiana Basketball history thanks to one game-winning shot.

Pacers-Magic NBA Playoff Schedule is Set

April 26, 2012

For once, the NBA did the Pacers a favor. Not only did Indiana finish the regular season with four consecutive home games, but they they had the final night of the regular season off. Orlando, meanwhile had a game in Memphis Thursday, then traveled to Indianapolis for their first round playoff series against the Pacers.

Colts make it official, Andrew Luck is the pick

April 24, 2012

Once the Colts secured the first pick of the 2012 NFL Draft, most assumed they would use the selection to take Andrew Luck. Last week, word got out that the Colts had informed Luck he would be the pick. Tuesday, the team officially confirmed their intentions following their first veteran mini-camp practice.

Indiana's ABA Legends visit Fox 59 Studios to talk about past and present Pacers Basketball

April 22, 2012

Before the Pacers get started with the Eastern Conference Playoffs, fans have the chance to show their appreciation to the the franchise's ABA Championship teams. Members of the 1970, '72, & '73 Pacers will be recognized at halftime of the Pacers regular season finale against the Chicago Bulls.

Indiana Ice have a new home through 2014; look forward to 2012 Playoffs

April 19, 2012

This is an exciting time for the future of the Indiana Ice, although they haven't exactly forgotten about a very promising present.

Pacers enjoy dominant performance against Minnesota Monday

April 16, 2012

Ever since Frank Vogel took over as head coach of the Pacers last season, he has tried to instill a level of confidence that did not often exist under the previous head coach. Vogel has not been shy in spreading the message both inside the locker room and through the media that the Pacers can achieve greatness sooner rather than later. Moments after a 111-88 victory over Minnesota, Vogel explained he no longer needs to boost up the teams' morale.

Johnson, Hunter shine in 24th Annual North-South Classic

April 16, 2012

The roster for the 2012 Boys Indiana All-Star team is as deep and balanced as any in recent memory. Some are saying the Indiana All-Stars that will play Kentucky this summer is collection of talent ever, and that is saying something.

Comeback Athlete winners provide inspiration at Methodist Sports Medicine Awards

April 13, 2012

For the seventh consecutive year, Methodist Sports Medicine recognized outstanding student athletes who have overcome incredibly difficult circumstances to achieve success.

Indiana advances in NCAA tournament with 79-66 victory

March 15, 2012

Prior to Indiana's NCAA tournament game against New Mexico State, Tom Crean tried to keep his players from looking to far ahead. He understands the Hoosiers have a chance to make something special happen this post-season, but doesn't want the players thinking about future opponents or opportunities.

Hoosiers hope to continue to prove doubters wrong as NCAA Tournament gets underway

March 15, 2012

This is the best time of the year for basketball fans. NCAA Tournament games are among the biggest a player will participate in. With so much on the line, you wouldn't think motivation would be a problem. However, Tom Crean is quick to remind his players what "experts" thought of this IU team before the season started.

Hoosiers focused on the NCAA Tournament, but enjoying the experience

March 14, 2012

Indiana Hoosiers are in the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2008. Even though none of the current players have participating in the post-season, there do not appear to be any first-time jitters. The Hoosiers left Bloomington Monday night to begin preparations for New Mexico State. Prior to the Hoosiers practice Wednesday morning at the University of Portland, Tom Crean expressed confidence in his players demeanor.

Hulls, Zeller lead Indiana to Big Ten Tournament Quarterfinals

March 8, 2012

Indiana has a chance to make more memories in this resurgent season thanks to a 75-58 victory in the opening round of the 2012 Big Ten Tournament.

Purdue beats Nebraska, claims 8th Big Ten Women's Tournament Title

March 5, 2012

What a difference three years can make.

Hollowell's Buzzer Beater sends Lawrence Central to Sectional 10 Semi-Finals

February 28, 2012

The 104th Annual IHSAA Boys Basketball State tournament got off to a fantastic start thanks in part to a couple of buzzer-beaters in biggest games of the night.

Butler to honor "terrific ambassadors" at Senior Night Tuesday against UIC

February 21, 2012

When Brad Stevens was hired to replace Todd Lickliter as Butler head coach in April of 2007, he knew it was important to make sure the incoming freshmen (Zach Hahn, Matt Howard, Shawn Vanzant) were still on board to come to Butler even though there was a coaching change. He also knew it was important to start working on the class that would come to Butler the following year.

Cody Zeller follows in brothers' footsteps; helps put Indiana Basketball back on the map

February 8, 2012

There have been many famous families in the illustrious history of Indiana High School Basketball.

Looking for a Giants-Patriots Guarantee on Super Bowl XLVI Media Day

January 31, 2012

D.J Ware is one of the current New York Giants who has a Super Bowl ring from Super Bowl XLII. He has many memories from that weekend in Phoenix, and remembers a confident teammate sharing his thoughts with reporters prior to the game.

Seniors lead Ball State to victory in Mid-American Conference Opener

January 7, 2012

Ball State entered Saturday's Mid-American Conference opener with a much more impressive record than their opponents, Western Michigan. The Cardinals were 8-4, while Western Michigan was just 6-8. However, a closer look at the Cardinals and Broncos non-conference schedules would forgive WMU for their losing record and could make some fans question the Cardinals mark.

Indiana defeats 2nd Ranked Ohio State to cap off a busy, successful day for In-State Schools

December 31, 2011

When the college basketball schedules were released for this season, New Year's Eve stood out as a very exciting day.

Competitive game gets away from Butler against Louisville

November 20, 2011

Eric Moore hopes for more November magic against Carmel

November 17, 2011

There were plenty of smiles at Center Grove High School Thursday as the Trojans started their pre-practice stretching routine. Sure, Thursday was the coldest afternoon in Central Indiana since March 26th, but the Trojans were thankful to still be practicing, preparing for a Semi-State showdown against Carmel.

St. Vincent Sports Performance one of many groups positively impacted by Dan Wheldon over the years

October 18, 2011

A car with Utah license plates pulled up to the St. Vincent Sports Performance parking lot Monday. Former Butler Bulldog Gordon Hayward got out, grabbed his workout bag and headed inside. Nearly every day you can see people like Hayward, preparing for his second NBA season with the Jazz, improving their skills inside the facility on the Northwest side of Indianapolis that opened in the fall of 2001.

Ball State sends a message with dominant first-half in 48-21 victory over Army

September 24, 2011

Ball State grabbed the attention of some local football fans by defeating Indiana in the season opener at Lucas Oil Stadium.

JJ's Football Friday Rewind - Week 5

September 21, 2011

It is amazing how a football season flies by. The IHSAA season is just past the halfway point, and the Colts season is already over. Ok, I guess technically Jim Caldwell and company are only 1/8 of the way through their season, but if you listen to radio or read the internet following the loss to Cleveland, you understand that most fans are of the belief this season is over.

Phillips hits game-winner in Fever's WNBA Playoff Opener

September 16, 2011

The top-seed in the WNBA's Eastern Conference looked the part for most of the playoff opening game against the New York Liberty. The visitors led 4-2, and from that point on the Fever had control, pushing the lead to as much as 15 points in the third quarter.

Manning has surgery, JMV and Will Carroll offer insight and analysis

September 8, 2011

The Colts players had Saturday and Sunday off for Labor Day weekend. They returned to the Colts complex on Monday to begin regular game-week preparations for the Houston Texans.

JJ's Football Friday Rewind - Week 2

August 31, 2011

Two weeks in the books and we're off to a fantastic start to the IHSAA football season. Football Friday Night on Fox 59 returned to its regularly scheduled time slot, 10:35, and the crew is starting to get back to mid-season form.

Manning returns to practice, status unknown

August 29, 2011

One week ago the Colts signed Kerry Collins, a move that made some think that Peyton Manning would not be ready for the regular season opener.

JJ's Football Friday Rewind - Week 1

August 23, 2011

Raise your hand if you smiled a bit walking out of a parking lot into a high school football stadium this past Friday night.

Colts blown out in Pre-Season opener in St. Louis at the Edward Jones Dome

August 13, 2011

The NFL lockout and threat of cancelled games had fans excited for any kind of football. The Colts 23-point loss to St. Louis was a harsh reminder that pre-season football is not real football...at least when if you are talking Colts football.

JJ's Audibles: Wilson gets fired up on national radio show, who was out of line?

August 11, 2011

It has been a pretty eventful week for the Indiana University Athletic Department even though there haven't been any games.