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Momentum carries Hoosiers into home battle with Kentucky

With an upset, a penalty kick victory and a last-minute win behind them, the No. 17 Hoosiers have experienced a wide variety of matches.

McRobbie makes the right hire for University in Glass

Highlights from a sit-down with the new director of athletics

New A.D. an ‘Indiana Boy’

Being a two-degree alumnus from IU, as well as having a mother, wife and daughter with degrees from IU, left newly-named Director of Athletics Fred Glass describing himself as an “Indiana boy” Tuesday at his introductory press conference.  Glass’ ties to the University ended up being a deciding factor in his landing the job.  Bill Stephan, vice president for engagement and chair of the athletics director search committee, said while the IU ties weren’t the sole reason for the choice, they played a significant role in Glass’ selection.“I think that was important,” Stephan said. “Indiana’s a special place; it’s a unique place in many respects. Having someone who understands the history, the traditions, the aspirations not only of IU but of Hoosiers statewide; that was a very important factor.”

Fred Glass introduced as University's next athletics director

IU President Michael McRobbie formally introduced Fred Glass as the next director of athletics at IU this morning at a press conference at the DeVault Alumni Center. Glass, presently an attorney with Indianapolis law firm Baker & Daniels, said he was excited about the new position and laid out a general direction for the future of IU athletics during his tenure. “I really think we need to have a vision,” Glass said. “It starts with comprehensive compliance. We’ve got to follow the rules, and we have to become known again for following the rules.Check out VIDEO from the press conference, including comments from Tom Crean and Bill Lynch, and AUDIO of the IDS' one-on-one with Glass Tuesday afternoon.

Michigan, Purdue match 2-6 records

ANN ARBOR, Mich. ­­– Michigan appears headed for a dubious milestone, but its players and coaches aren’t throwing in the towel. Coach Rich Rodriguez and several players said Monday that their heads are high as the 2-6 Wolverines head into a make-or-break final stretch of games, starting this week at Purdue.

Hoosiers haunt Hall

Bringing the number of preseason public scrimmages to three, IU Athletics announced the IU basketball team will hold its first-ever “Haunted Hall of Hoops” at 7 p.m. Friday at Assembly Hall. The Hoosiers will open the event by passing out candy and signing autographs until 7:30 p.m. The team will then scrimmage with a costume parade for children at halftime.

Washington’s Willingham announces he will step down at the end of the season amidst criticism

SEATTLE – Tyrone Willingham was fired Monday as Washington’s coach after failing to restore the Huskies to national prominence. Two days after Washington fell to 0-7, athletics director Scott Woodward said Willingham will step down at the end of the season. When asked Monday if this was his decision, Willingham said flatly, “No.” Willingham, appearing at his weekly news conference, added he never considered resigning. “No, it’s just not in my makeup,” he said.

Indy lawyer to be next athletics director

Indianapolis attorney Fred Glass will replace Rick Greenspan as IU’s director of athletics, a source told the Indiana Daily Student on Monday night.The official announcement will be made at a press conference, which will take place at 10:15 a.m. today in the Virgil T. DeVault Alumni Center, across the street from Assembly Hall. The selection ends a three-month search for Greenspan’s successor.Glass, an IU alumnus, is a partner at Baker & Daniels, an Indianapolis-based law firm. PODCAST: Hoosier Headlines

Hoosiers drop 2 to defending champions

The IU club hockey team struggled last weekend against Davenport, losing both games. On Friday, the Panthers dominated the Hoosiers, winning 9-2. Saturday’s game was closer, as they went into the latter part of the game tied 4-4, but Davenport rallied with three goals in the third period to take the 7-4 win. Davenport extends its undefeated season and is now at 13-0. The Hoosiers take its first two losses of the season and now stand at 6-2.

Fred Glass selected as next athletics director

IU has selected Indianapolis attorney Fred Glass as its next athletics director, a source told the Indiana Daily Student.The University announced Monday that IU President Michael McRobbie will make a major announcement regarding the IU Department of Athletics at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday at the DeVault Alumni Center.Check back at idsnews.com throughout the day for more, including audio and video of the press conference.

IU field hockey finds confidence amidst defeat

Despite an overtime loss against No. 9 Penn State on Friday, the IU field hockey players felt they proved themselves proud by staying close. Junior Lucy Ireland’s broken nose is the evidence. Penn State’s Amy Bonenberger scored the game’s lone goal on a breakaway in the first minute of overtime to give the Nittany Lions their eighth consecutive win. The defensive game often led to scrappy play by both teams. In the second half, a Penn State forward smashed her head into Ireland’s face, breaking her nose.

IU volleyball sweeps northern road trip

All the IU volleyball team needed to win was a little time away from home. IU headed into this weekend’s road trip sporting a 2-6 Big Ten record. Even tougher for the Hoosiers was the fact they had played six of their first eight matches at home and faced the prospect of many road games remaining as a result. IU responded to the challenge this weekend, knocking off Northwestern 3-2 on Friday and upsetting No. 21 Wisconsin 3-1 on Sunday. The victory against Wisconsin was the Hoosiers’ first in their last 12 tries against the Badgers and the first in Madison since 1995.

IU women's golf team excited for Vegas trip

The Hoosiers won’t have a lot of time to visit casinos or gamble this week, but IU coach Clint Wallman is betting his team is ready to play well. “I think they are in a good frame of mind right now to go out and play,” he said. The IU women’s golf team concludes its fall season this week in the Las Vegas Collegiate Showdown in Las Vegas. The Boulder Creek golf course, which will host the tournament, is a favorite of senior Amber Lindgren.

Zubkova, IU women's swimming and diving teammates blow visiting Wildcats out of the water Friday

The women’s swimming and diving team improved to 2-0 on Friday with what IU coach Ray Looze termed a “grind-it-out win” against conference foe Northwestern on Friday. Coming off the most challenging week to date in both the pool and in the weight room, the Hoosiers responded with a 172.5 to 127.5 victory against a strong Wildcat team.

IU men's swimming and diving tops ranked Northwestern for 2nd straight win

The IU men’s swimming and diving team won its second straight dual meet to open its season on Friday, defeating Northwestern 158-129 at the Councilman-Billingsley Aquatic Center. “I thought our guys stepped up and swam hard again,” IU swimming coach Ray Looze said. “I thought the men reacted well. Hopefully we have some momentum ready.”

Despite wins, IU women's soccer just misses tournament

The IU women’s soccer team’s final weekend is probably best described as bittersweet. IU came into the weekend needing two wins and some help to make the Big Ten Tournament in two weeks in Iowa City, Iowa. The Hoosiers (8-10-1, 3-6-1) did their part, winning both games over Michigan State and Michigan, each 1-0. But because Illinois defeated Ohio State on Sunday, the Hoosiers will not play in the conference tournament.

Triumphant IU men's soccer bests Ohio State in OT

The hero returned. Only four days after a successful penalty kick and a 1-0 Hoosier victory against Louisville, sophomore midfielder Andy Adlard saved IU again on Sunday. Adlard sent a free kick into the bottom left corner in the 92nd minute for a 3-2 road victory against unranked Ohio State.

Hoosiers poised for upsets this season

Call it the first honest look at IU basketball – the first time Tom Crean was forced to turn over his cards and prove what kind of poker player he’s been the last seven months. He underbet his hand.

Chappell has the tonic to cure ailing offense

Now, IU quarterback Ben Chappell is the kind of change you can believe in. So he’s not the most persuasive guy at his craft, big deal. But by all means, he’s no phony.