2/22/2008 10:35pm
The verdict is in (finally)
After hours of waiting and heresay, Rick Greenspan finally made his much anticipated appearance in the bowels of Memorial Stadium.
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2/22/2008 9:09pm
Finally, the press conference goes on
Rick Greenspan is at the podium now, talking about the investigation and the decision process over the last day or so.
2/22/2008 9:07pm
Sampson and Dakich release statements
We just got two statements from IU Media Relations - one from Kelvin Sampson and one from Dan Dakich: STATEMENT FROM KELVIN SAMPSON "I have made the very difficult decision to leave my position as head coach of the men's basketball team at Indiana University.
2/22/2008 8:23pm
Yet another press conference update
...still no word from the Hoosier Room in Memorial Stadium. The Indy Star's Terry Hutchens just told us that there will be a press conference at 9 p.m.
2/22/2008 7:06pm
Press conference possible at 8 p.m.
One of our photographers just overheard a conversation suggesting a press conference is slated for 8 p.m.
2/22/2008 6:58pm
ESPN: Sampson, IU agree to $750,000 settlement
ESPN.com is reporting that IU and Kelvin Sampson agreed to a $750,000 settlement earlier today. The settlement will allow Sampson to part ways with the Hoosiers. The site is also reporting that assistant coach Dan Dakich will be named interim head coach after directing today's practice.
2/22/2008 6:44pm
Still awaiting IU Athletics press conference
We are still awaiting a press conference that some anticipated for 6 p.m. That time and came and passed, but we are still waiting in the Hoosier Room at Memorial Stadium.
2/22/2008 2:36pm
Porter Interview
Just in case you want to hear some IU sports related news that doesn't invovle "Kevlin Sampson..." I finally got in touch with former IU captain Tracy Porter to talk with him about the NFL combine this weekend and the upcoming draft.
2/22/2008 1:47pm
We doubt 2 p.m. presser
Various media outlets have reported there will be a 2 p.m. press conference. Seeing as it is 1:47 and we've been told those reports are "speculation" we have determined there will not be a 2 p.m.
2/22/2008 11:53am
Report: Greenspan has made his decision
A high-ranking IU official to ESPN's Andy Katz that Rick Greenspan has made his decision about the fate of Kelvin Sampson.
2/22/2008 12:23am
Still no word from Assembly Hall
IU Athletics Director Rick Greenspan and Associate Athletics Director Tim Fitzpatrick were entrenched in Greenspan's Assembly Hall office late Thursday night until just before midnight. The two men spent over four hours in the office Thursday night before Fitzpatrick eventually emerged and darted for the door.
2/21/2008 2:48pm
Reports: Sampson to leave team, University denies reports
UPDATE: 4:55 CBS' Garry Parrish is reporting that five IU players, White, Gordon, Stemler, Taber and Ahlfeld were told by Rick Greenspan that Sampson would not be finishing the season. Also, the Associated Press is reporting that IU Trustee Philip Eskew Jr., received an e-mail regarding a Friday press conference to address Sampson's future with the program. --- UPDATE: 3:27 PM The Indy Star's Terry Hutchens is reporting that the University is saying that Sampson's status is still to be finalized.
2/21/2008 1:48pm
Report says Sampson likely to reach financial settlement by Friday
Rich Nye of Channel 13 in Indianapolis citing a source close to the situation, said that the IU administration has contacted assistant coach Dan Dakich about taking over for the remainder of the season. The report also said that the University and Sampson are working on a settlement that will likely be finalized by Friday afternoon.
2/21/2008 1:21pm
Head to the Hall
Hey folks, It was a rough one last night for the Hoosiers. They'll have to rebound next Monday too, against one of the Big Ten's best teams, Ohio State. In the meantime, we have a press release from the good people at iuhoosiers.com about the Head to the Hall initiative March 2.
2/20/2008 12:02am
No Ebanks in McDonald's All-American game
The McDonald's All-American Game rosters were released on Tuesday, but five-star forward and tenatively IU-bound Devin Ebanks was not among the 24 players selected.
2/19/2008 6:52pm
IU v Purdue Live Blog
And IU takes it by 9. Good win for the Hoosiers in what could be Sampson's last game at Assembly Hall. Check tomorrow's IDS for further coverage. IU rebounds a missed three by Purdue and hits two FT.
2/19/2008 6:17pm
A few Tuesday thoughts
Hey folks, A little love for you on a Tuesday afternoon. Buckey and I were in attendance for the Hoosiers' practice yesterday afternoon, and below are a few relevant tidbits. -Jori Davis was dressed for practice and out of her boot.
2/18/2008 3:29pm
IU falls to 14th in Coaches Poll
The Hoosiers fell to No. 14 in the latest installment of the ESPN/USA Today Coaches Poll. IU faces No.
2/18/2008 11:40am
Fox Sports reports White out against Purdue
UPDATE: Kelvin Sampson said during the weekly Big Ten teleconference that D.J. has a sprained left knee and is "iffy" against Purdue.
2/18/2008 10:54am
Big Ten Network wrap of last night's game, and links to our wonderful stories
Below are links to the Big Ten Network's wrap-up of last night's game, which was featured on the Network.
