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Hoosiers take season-opening win against Kentucky

The IU women’s swimming and diving team put on a dominating performance Saturday in its first meet of the season, defeating Kentucky handily in a meet that was never closely contested. The Hoosiers won 15 of 16 events, taking first and second in six events and first, second and third in two events. They also took places one through four in the 500-meter freestyle. IU Coach Ray Looze said he is treating the victory with cautious optimism, noting that the team is talented, but still has much to prove.

Where has all the offense gone?

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — This was supposed to be a vaunted offense – an offense that intimidates its opponents. Scoring points, creating yards and a talented wide receiving corps were supposed to be IU’s staple points this year. Factor in an improved running game and the implementation of the no-huddle offense, and everything looked up for IU in August. But all of that has been traded in for a faint whisper – Saturday’s 55-13 loss to Illinois being the latest of disappointing offensive outputs. “We put together little drives,” said IU coach Bill Lynch, “but we couldn’t finish anything.”

Hoosier Hysteria fans propel IU to Big Ten win

Serving as the warm-up course for Hoosier Hysteria, the IU volleyball team proved to be sizzling hot. Playing against a struggling Ohio State squad, the Hoosiers took advantage of the momentum provided by beating the Buckeyes 3-1. After dropping the first set 22-25, IU rebounded to dominate the rest of the match, running up three straight victories by scores of 25-15, 25-18 and 29-27 in front of a crowd of 8,182.

‘Lack of trust’ leads to 3-2 loss at home to Miami

After a win against Michigan last Sunday, IU coach Amy Robertson said the Hoosiers were peaking at the right time. While the IU field hockey team might be near its prime, there are still a few bumps along the way. The Hoosiers (7-7, 1-3) lost to Miami (Ohio) 3-2 Friday,continuing a trend of inconsistency from game to game. Since Oct. 3, IU has alternated wins and losses in its last five games. “We were missing something today,” Robertson said after the home loss. “There was a lack of trust, and we didn’t handle pressure well.”

1st Big Ten win comes vs. No. 25 Illinois for women's soccer team

It took four scrappy, heartbreaking weekends, but the IU women’s soccer team was finally able to pick up important Big Ten Conference points. Coming into the weekend 0-6 in conference play, the Hoosiers had received zero points. After this weekend’s play, the Hoosiers (6-10-1, 1-6-1) now have four points after tying conference leader Purdue on Friday night 1-1 and getting their first conference win Sunday afternoon, defeating No 25. Illinois 1-0. “We told them destiny is in their own hands, and they need to start getting points and winning games,” IU coach Mick Lyon said. “There are no passionate rah-rah speeches from the coaches. It’s turned over to them.”

Football team outclassed in 55-13 drubbing

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The IU football team's latest defeat – a 55-13 whooping – came at the hands of border-rival Illinois (4-3, 2-2). The Hoosiers (2-5, 0-4) were outgained 563 total yards to 313. SLIDESHOW: IU at Illinois

Time to change up the approach

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — IU coach Bill Lynch said it, as he so often has. “We put together little drives, but we didn’t finish anything,” Lynch said after his team’s 55-13 loss to Illinois on Saturday night. “We give up way too many big plays. Teams have really done a good job taking away our big plays.” Try this – snag some pages from Illinois coach Ron Zook’s playbook, because, boy, that guy knows how to conduct a productive offense. And with IU’s season becoming sickening to watch, now would be an appropriate time.

Women start Hoosier Hysteria with a punch

With the lights turned down and music blaring, several figures in white robes and two with red boxing gloves emerged from the tunnel. These fighters were not your average boxers, but instead the coaching staff for the women’s basketball team.

IU fans introduced to brand new Hoosier squad

Tom Crean won’t make any guarantees about the upcoming season, but he will make a promise – a return to IU tradition.SLIDESHOW: Hoosier Hysteria

Hoosiers fall in 5th straight

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The IU football team was outplayed in seemingly every facet of a football game possible Saturday, as they dropped their fifth straight contest. This defeat came at the hands of border rivals Illinois (4-3, 2-2), a 55-13 drubbing. The Hoosiers (2-5, 0-4) were outgained 563 total yards to 313. It is the fourth time on the skid IU allowed more than 40 points, while it has scored only 29 total in their last three games. The Hoosiers were without starting quarterback Kellen Lewis who suffered a high-ankle sprain against Iowa last weekend. Replacing him was sophomore Ben Chappell. In his first collegiate start, Chappell was 12 for 29 with 172 yards and no scores. The Bloomington native was sacked 4 times.

Hoosier Hysteria kicks off Crean era Friday

Montages, surf boards, hula hoops and yes, even a little basketball were all part of Hoosier Hysteria in Assembly Hall on Friday night. About 8,500 fans came to greet their brand new team – 12 players donned the Cream and Crimson for the first time in front of a crowd Friday – as well as pay tribute to Hoosier basketball legends of the past seven decades.

Undefeated Hoosiers look to go 6-0 after pair of games with Redhawks

Runners tune up before start of championship season

Field hockey looks to use confidence boost against Redhawks

Women's tennis all about competition as they go South

Powerhouse IU opens season with Wildcats

Talented, youth-rich squad opens season at home against Wildcats

A Hoosier upset at Illinois? It’s possible

Glass to the past, eye on the future

Hold hands, deep breaths – let’s get hysterical. That’s right, Hoosier fans, as though you needed me to tell you it was coming: It’s Hoosier Hysteria time again. Time to blast off on another year of ruckus and roundball down on 17th Street.

Dynamic offense awaits skidding 2-4 Hoosiers

A missed block, a missed assignment or pouncing for the ball at the wrong time. That’s how the option can kill you.IU was on the losing end of that formula when the Hoosiers (2-4, 0-3) played Illinois (3-3, 1-2) a year ago at the Bloomington version of Memorial Stadium. Rashard Mendenhall, quarterback Juice Williams and wide receiver Arrelious Benn thoroughly exposed the IU defense, running for 288 yards.This time around, expect more of the same.