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Hoosiers lose to Valparaiso despite 12 hits in home game

By Matt Mattucci · Wednesday, March 30,2005 1:02 a.m.

The Valparaiso baseball team committed 39 errors on the year going into Tuesday's game against the Hoosiers. Unfortunately for IU, the Crusaders left Sembower Field still with 39. IU was defeated Tuesday 12-6 in their first home game in 19 days. IU coach Bob Morgan said a lack of games played recently and poor execution contributed to the Hoosiers' loss.

UConn's Villanueva declares for NBA draft after 2 years

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, March 30,2005 1:01 a.m.

STORRS, Conn. -- Two years ago, Charlie Villanueva thought he was ready for the NBA. Now, he says he's sure. UConn's 6-foot-11, 240-pound sophomore forward said Tuesday he will skip his final two years of college eligibility to enter the NBA draft.

Kappa, Teter battle it out at ITTs after last year's dominance by both teams

By Brian Janosch · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:59 a.m.

Two weeks before last year's photo finish in the women's Little 500, Kappa Kappa Gamma and Teter held a preview in the Individual Time Trials. Kappa placed four riders in the top 15 while Teter placed two, the top two spots. Today, five of those seven top finishers will return to the track for the 2005 ITTs. And just to make things a little more interesting, two heats will feature a rider from each team.

The Mane Event

By Elizabeth A. Wepler · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:56 a.m.

Soon after the IU Equestrian Club finished its meeting late Wednesday night, board members showed their battle wounds. The comparisons created quite the spectacle as pant legs were rolled up and bruises and abrasions shown from the last day's training. They were proud of their wounds, and some of the women were even still donning their riding boots.

Doctor filled Panthers' steroid prescriptions

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:22 a.m.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Carolina Panthers Todd Sauerbrun and Jeff Mitchell and former player Todd Steussie had steroid prescriptions filled by a West Columbia, S.C., doctor now under investigation by federal authorities, according to "60 Minutes Wednesday" report.

Former ASU running back charged with murder of teammate

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:22 a.m.

TEMPE, Ariz. -- Former Arizona State running back Loren Wade was charged Tuesday with first-degree murder in the shooting of another former Sun Devils player. The 21-year-old Wade has been held without bond since Saturday, when he was arrested at the slaying site outside a Scottsdale nightspot. Witnesses say they saw him approach the car of Brandon Falkner, and exchange words with Falkner before a single gunshot rang out.

IU Water Ski club makes waves at Lake Lemon

By Kacie Foster · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:19 a.m.

Just because Indiana is stuck in the heartland of America doesn't mean IU students can't have fun on the water. The IU Water Ski Club has about 20 active members and visits nearby Lake Lemon to water ski, wakeboard and meet new people.

IU ready for tune-up before Big Ten season opener against Spartans

By Tim O Brien and Tim O'Brien · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:17 a.m.

After seven days off, including a rare weekend with no games, the IU softball team will take the diamond at 2 p.m. today at the IU Softball Field for a doubleheader against University of Illinois-Chicago.

Individual Time Trials test riders' personal strengths

By Katie Schoenbaechler and Katie Shoenbaechler · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:14 a.m.

With Qualifications out of the way and the field of 33 set, it's time for Little 500 riders to have some fun, beginning with the official start of the Spring Series Events -- Individual Time Trials. The event will begin at 4 p.m. at Bill Armstrong Stadium and will go well into the evening, alternating between men's and women's teams.

Around College Basketball

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, March 29,2005 12:03 a.m.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Bruce Pearl was introduced as Tennessee's basketball coach Monday after leading Wisconsin-Milwaukee on a surprising run through the NCAA Tournament.

IU hopes to cruise past Crusaders

By Andrew Shaffer · Monday, March 28,2005 11:58 p.m.

The Big Ten's No. 1 offense heads into conference play next week when the Hoosiers play host to Northwestern in a three-game set at Sembower Field. But players must deal with the 6-8 Valparaiso Crusaders at 3 p.m. today at home.

Hep calls out to students

By Dan Click · Monday, March 28,2005 11:57 p.m.

For the first time since he was hired Dec. 17, 2004, new IU football coach Terry Hoeppner spoke to the student body Monday night at Alumni Hall. When Hoeppner arrived with his wife Jane, they were greeted with a standing ovation from nearly 200 students in attendance.

Q & A with new IU football coach Terry Hoeppner

By Dan Click · Monday, March 28,2005 2:47 a.m.

New IU football coach Terry Hoeppner talks about upcoming season.

Q & A with IU football Terry Hoeppner

By Dan Click · Monday, March 28,2005 2:42 a.m.

Football reporter Dan Click recently sat down with new IU football coach Terry Hoeppner. Here's what Hoeppner had to say about players, scheduling and getting to a bowl game.

IN DEPTH with Coach Hep

By Dan Click · Monday, March 28,2005 1:47 a.m.

They're worn around the world, sometimes out of necessity, other times as a fashion statement, but there is no doubt they carry significance. They have names, addresses and some are even studded with jewels. Dog tags, a term that originated during the World War II era, will be one of the many new changes that new IU football coach Terry Hoeppner plans to bring to the Hoosier football program.

Hoosiers snap 9-year skid against Purdue

By Eamonn Brennan · Monday, March 28,2005 1:42 a.m.

It was a long time coming. The last time IU men's tennis beat Purdue: April 8, 1995. Ten years and 10 matches later, the Hoosiers regained victory over their in-state rival Saturday at the IU Varsity Tennis Courts, winning 5-2.

Mexico defeats U.S. in World Cup quals

By Alyson Brodsy and Ronald Blum · Monday, March 28,2005 1:41 a.m.

MEXICO CITY - When the final whistle blew that completed Mexico's 2-1 win over the United States, the huge crowd of about 110,000 in Azteca Stadium seemed both happy and relieved.

Kappa reigns in record time

By Brian Janosch · Monday, March 28,2005 1:33 a.m.

It's hard to improve upon winning the pole position and the Little 500 in 2004, but Kappa Kappa Gamma already managed to find a way. Saturday, Kappa seized the pole position again, but this time they proceeded to set the track record in the process.

2 more tickets to St. Louis punched

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, March 28,2005 1:31 a.m.

Austin Regional: Michigan State 94, Kentucky 88 Michigan State overcame Patrick Sparks' 3-point prayer at the end of regulation and ousted Kentucky 94-88 in double overtime to win the Austin Regional and advance to the Final Four.

Varsity 8 earns best record ever with 7-0

By Bill Meehan · Monday, March 28,2005 1:07 a.m.

Everything is coming up roses for the Hoosiers' young season so far. In tight races with George Washington University on an ungracious Potomac River, the IU women's rowing boat Varsity 8 set a school record of 7-0 and the Varsity 4 boat got off to 1-0 start on Saturday in the nation's capital.

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