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Falcons move on as Vick pleads guilty

By Aaron Beard and Paul Newberry · Tuesday, Aug. 21,2007 10:52 p.m.

The Atlanta Falcons are hurt and confused. They’re struggling to comprehend how the guy they knew as a star on the field and a friend in the locker room could have gotten himself into this much trouble.

Former Giants teammates exchange sharp words

By Aaron Beard and Tom Canavan · Tuesday, Aug. 21,2007 10:52 p.m.

Tiki Barber wanted a more intense, fiery Eli Manning. The New York Giants quarterback gave Tiki what he wanted in a loud ripping voice on Tuesday.

Busch wins rain-delayed race in Michigan

By Aaron Beard and Mike Harris · Tuesday, Aug. 21,2007 10:51 p.m.

Kurt Busch is staying out of trouble these days, no longer making waves as a NASCAR bad boy. After Busch won for the second time in three races, prevailing in a rare Tuesday NASCAR event after two days of rain postponements at Michigan International Speedway, he gave most of the credit for the change of attitude to team owner Roger Penske.

IU unveils men's basketball schedule

By IDS staff and Aaron Beard · Wednesday, Aug. 15,2007 3:30 p.m.

The 2007-08 Indiana University men's basketball schedule will test the Hoosiers against four non-conference teams that advanced to the NCAA Tournament. For analysis and a look at the most interesting games of the schedule visit the IDS Basketblog.

Roll me away

By Nadia LaMantia · Sunday, Aug. 5,2007 9:10 p.m.

The whir of chains and hum of wheels filled the air Saturday afternoon on Kirkwood Avenue as a crowd gathered and several blocks were closed to downtown traffic for the Bloomington Cycling Grand Prix. The sixth annual bicycle race, consisting of a women’s race and men’s races of different skill levels, was organized by TrueSport.com and co-sponsored by local cycling club Team Tortuga.

A-Rod becomes youngest player in history to reach 500 home run mark

By Aaron Beard and Jay Cohan · Sunday, Aug. 5,2007 6:35 p.m.

Alex Rodriguez leaned to his right and watched the ball as it sailed toward the foul pole in left. When it stayed true, he raised his hands in the air – the long wait for No. 500 was finally over.

Bonds hits number 755 amidst cheers and boos

By Aaron Beard and Janie McCauley · Sunday, Aug. 5,2007 6:34 p.m.

With a short swing, a half stare and an emphatic clap of his hands, Barry Bonds rounded the bases. After so many days and so many tries, he had finally caught Hammerin’ Hank.

Busch Series incident gets Robby Gordon suspended

By Aaron Beard and Dan Gelston · Sunday, Aug. 5,2007 6:32 p.m.

Robby Gordon was suspended by NASCAR for the Nextel Cup race at Pocono on Sunday because of his misconduct on the race track at the Busch Series race in Canada.

Colts’ Jackson adjusts to new role as full-time CB

By Aaron Beard and Cliff Brunt · Sunday, Aug. 5,2007 6:26 p.m.

Before last season, Marlin Jackson had started one NFL game. Now, with key defensive starters lost to free agency, he’s a full-time starting cornerback for the defending Super Bowl champion Indianapolis Colts and a team leader who is expected to help mentor younger players.

Soccer team looks forward to fall play

By Linnea Coulter · Sunday, Aug. 5,2007 6:25 p.m.

As August draws to a close, students will begin returning to Bloomington for the start of classes. Along with classes comes the fall athletics season, and one team expecting big things is the men’s soccer team. Recently ranked No. 8 in the country in the College Soccer News’ preseason poll, the Hoosiers hope to live up to such hype and redeem themselves after a third-round loss to Santa Clara on penalty kicks in last season’s NCAA Tournament.

A night at the Ballpark

By Zachary Osterman · Thursday, Aug. 2,2007 12:30 p.m.

It is 6:46 p.m. Shadows stretch across the field as the grounds crew wets down the field in preparation for the July 20 game between the Indianapolis Indians and the Durham Bills. The grass-covered seats behind the outfield play host to picnicking families and fans prepared to take in the closest

Big Ten Network looking to woo another team before Aug. 30 launch

By Lee Hurwitz · Thursday, Aug. 2,2007 9:23 a.m.

CHICAGO – As Big Ten Media Week kicked off Tuesday morning, so did the hard questions concerning Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delaney, and the standstill known as the Big Ten Network.

Prank lands IU football player in jail

By Alberto D. Morales · Thursday, Aug. 2,2007 9:22 a.m.

Blake Powers, the former starting quarterback for the IU football team, was arrested Monday on preliminary charges of Class A misdemeanor battery.

IU football ready for next season

By Lee Hurwitz · Thursday, Aug. 2,2007 9:13 a.m.

CHICAGO – Over the summer, IU wide receiver James Hardy did two things – watch videotape footage of former Georgia Tech wide receiver Calvin Johnson and go to Disney World with sophomore quarterback Kellen Lewis.

Hoosiers help club teams to victory at U-19 championships

By Zachary Osterman · Wednesday, Aug. 1,2007 8:41 p.m.

Six members of the IU women’s soccer team helped their club teams to championship games at the Under-19 United States Youth Soccer Association National Championship.

Hoosier paves way for future in Cape League

By Joe Jasinski · Wednesday, Aug. 1,2007 8:30 p.m.

At the Dawicki house, where IU sophomore catcher Josh Phegley resides during his stint with the Cape Cod Baseball League’s Wareham Gatemen, Ken Dawicki preserves his family tradition of the golden pry bar.

Usual suspects remain atop Big Ten standings in preseason media poll

By Tom Kir · Wednesday, Aug. 1,2007 8:28 p.m.

Many things have changed in the landscape of Big Ten football. There are some new rules, a few new coaches and a new TV network dedicated to the sport. In spite of these changes, Michigan, Wisconsin and Ohio State remain the teams to beat in the conference.

IU hopes to make most of 5 yards

By Tom Kir · Wednesday, Aug. 1,2007 8:26 p.m.

Five yards has the potential to go a long way for the Hoosiers this year. College football’s newest rule has pushed back kickoffs to the 30-yard line, five yards further than last year. This will result in fewer kickoffs being caught as touchbacks and more returns.

Blake Powers arrested Monday

By Alberto D. Morales · Wednesday, Aug. 1,2007 6:33 p.m.

Blake Powers, the former starting quarterback for the IU football team, was arrested on preliminary charges with a Class A battery misdemeanor.

Chicago Bears hope to stay healthy as training camp opens

By Aaron Beard and Andrew Seligman · Sunday, July 29,2007 7:43 p.m.

Tommie Harris sang in the huddle and made it clear he would like to be known as the “Real Deal.”

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