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JOSH PHEGLEY

By Zachary Osterman · Wednesday, June 10,2009 8:43 p.m.

Phegley came to IU with high expectations as the 2006 Indiana Mr. Baseball.

EVAN CRAWFORD

By Zachary Osterman · Wednesday, June 10,2009 8:41 p.m.

Crawford is probably one of the highest-potential players in the draft. He’s got several tools – great speed, a strong arm and a solid bat.

MATT BASHORE

By Zachary Osterman · Wednesday, June 10,2009 8:37 p.m.

Bashore had perhaps the best draft prospects of any Hoosier coming into this season, but a slow start in the non-conference schedule caused him to slip.

ERIC ARNETT

By Zachary Osterman · Wednesday, June 10,2009 8:35 p.m.

Arnett’s draft stock soared after a senior season that saw him notch a 12-2 record with a 2.50 ERA. His long 6-5 frame and athleticism tantalized scouts, vaulting him into the first round.

Five Hoosiers, Eric Arnett, Josh Phegley, Matt Bashore, Evan Crawford and Kipp Schutz, were all picked in the MLB draft Tuesday through Wednesday. Arnett, Phegley and Bashore were all Top-50 recruits.

5 Hoosiers go on to minor-league play

By Zachary Osterman · Wednesday, June 10,2009 8:29 p.m.

Three years ago, 19 freshmen came to Bloomington as members of IU baseball coach Tracy Smith’s first full recruiting class. They can leave IU knowing their business in Bloomington is finally finished.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning is surrounded by fans as he signes autographs before NFL football minicamp at Franklin College in Franklin, Ind., Saturday, June 6, 2009.

Manning to be new pitchman for tourism group

Wednesday, June 10,2009 8:06 p.m.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning is a new pitchman for the Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association, promoting the city as a desirable site for tourists and for convention business.

The feng shui of sports fanaticism

By Zina Kumok · Wednesday, June 10,2009 8:03 p.m.

You know how athletes listen to a certain song or wear the same wristbands before each game? Well, fans have their own traditions. Being in London now, I’ve adjusted my basketball-viewing habits to fit my schedule and keep my sanity. But I’ve kept my fanaticism intact.

Lee criticism reflects problem at all levels

By Frank Therber · Wednesday, June 10,2009 8 p.m.

One play or one figure doesn’t deserve to be the scapegoat for any outcome, good or bad.

Sophomore Michael Shepherd runs with the ball while Junior Kyle Stroman assists during the IRB Junior World Trophy on June 7th in Kenya. Shepherd and Stroman were scouted to play for the U.S U-20 team during a Big Ten game with IU.

Hoosier rugby players compete internationally for US U-20 rugby team

By Stephanie Kuzydym · Wednesday, June 10,2009 7:58 p.m.

With 10 minutes remaining and the score tied, sophomore Michael Shepherd and junior Kyle Stroman found themselves on a field in Kenya playing for a title most of their classmates back home don’t even know exists.

IU's Matt Bashore throws to a Chicago State batter during a game in the rain March 31 at Sembower Field.

Five Hoosiers going to big leagues

Wednesday, June 10,2009 7:43 a.m.

Matt Bashore, Josh Phegley, Evan Crawford, Kipp Schutz and Eric Arnett were drafted to the Minnesota Twins, Chicago White Sox, San Fransisco Giants, Baltimore Orioles and Milwaukee Brewers, respectively.

Colts mini-camp shows fans promise

By Drew Allen · Sunday, June 7,2009 8:05 p.m.

A sea of blue and white consisting of excited fans young and old filled the seats Saturday of Franklin College’s Stewart “Red” Faught Stadium, where spectators got an early look at their 2009 Indianapolis Colts on Friday and Saturday.

Dakich still living the dream

By Frank Therber · Sunday, June 7,2009 7:41 p.m.

When Dan Dakich assumed the role of director of basketball operations at IU two seasons ago, neither he nor anyone else could have predicted the mountains and valleys to come within the next few months.

7 Hoosiers prepare to compete in Arkansas

By Ari Shifron · Sunday, June 7,2009 7:39 p.m.

Seven Hoosiers will try to become forever known as champions in their events this week in Fayetteville, Ark.

Staff changes a chance for growth

By Kevin Blodorn · Sunday, June 7,2009 7:36 p.m.

Coaching changes could mean higher expectations for the IU men’s and women’s swimming teams

Carlos Bocanegra celebrates after scoring the game-winning goal in the 68th minute to lead the U.S. to a 2-1 victory against Honduras on June 6th at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.

US comes back after early goal by Honduras

By Sean Morrison · Sunday, June 7,2009 7:35 p.m.

An early deficit in the U.S. Men's National Team's matchup against Honduras on Saturday sparked the relentlessly aggressive U.S. team and launched it to a 2-1 victory.

Crime, sports as major players in city's image

By Zina Kumok · Sunday, June 7,2009 6:39 p.m.

For the past two weeks, my hometown of Memphis has been in the news, from ESPN.com to Sports Illustrated.

Clint Dempsey of the US Men's National Team and Ramon Nunez of Honduras battle for the ball during Saturday night's contest at Soldier Field in Chicago.

US beats Honduras, 2-1

By Sean Morrison · Saturday, June 6,2009 11:34 p.m.

CHICAGO - A goal in the first five minutes was a dagger in the United States Men's National Team's last contest. This time around, however, it turned into a spark.

US, Honduras tied 1-1 at break

By Sean Morrison · Saturday, June 6,2009 9:28 p.m.

A goal within the first five minutes of play by Honduras and a penalty kick goal by Landon Donovan in the 43rd minute has the United States Men's National Team tied with Honduras 1-1 at halftime at Soldier Field.

Honduras fans cheer as they wait for the USA versus Honduras match to begin. The game is slated to start at 8 p.m.

US kicks into gear for matchup against Honduras

Friday, June 5,2009 8:55 p.m.

For the fourth time this year, the United States National Team will play in the States and try to keep its home record spotless.

IU's season makes prospects look bright

By DeAntae Prince · Wednesday, June 3,2009 7:43 p.m.

After the Hoosiers’ 2009 Big Ten Championship and NCAA Louisville Regional appearance, two feats IU baseball had not accomplished since 1996, it’s safe to say IU coach Tracy Smith’s project has begun.

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