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AFTER LOSING 9 OF LAST 10 TO KENTUCKY, CAN IU CRUSH THE CATS?

By Eamonn Brennan · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:37 a.m.

It's not "the Rock," and it's not "the Walk." It's a rivalry game. With all of the new traditions IU head coach Terry Hoeppner has brought to the IU football program, the old ones still remain, especially the match-ups against age-old rivals.

'Smear campaign' will keep Armstrong retired

By Alyson Brodsy and Jim Litke · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:29 a.m.

The nasty tug of war between the bosses of the international cycling union and the World Anti-Doping Agency over who leaked documents to a French newspaper accusing Lance Armstrong of doping claimed its first casualty Thursday: any chance of a comeback by the seven-time Tour de France champion.

Hoosiers host T.I.S. Invitational

By Alyson Brodsy · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:26 a.m.

The IU women's volleyball team will host the T.I.S. Bookstore Invitational starting today coming off a 2-1 finish at the Winthrop Invitational last weekend. The Hoosiers will face Western Michigan University at 7 p.m. Friday before moving on to play Arkansas State University and the University of Dayton Saturday.

No. 12 Hoosiers set for weekend home matches

By Jordan Majewski · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:25 a.m.

As the wins continue to build up for the 4-1 IU field hockey team, so do the accolades. With the release of the first National Field Hockey Coaches Association poll of the 2005 season, the Hoosiers find themselves ranked No. 12, the highest any IU team has been ranked in the history of the program.

Experience building top priority in season opener

By Evan Harris · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:23 a.m.

For the Hoosiers, this weekend's tournament will bring some much needed experience as they return to Kalamazoo, Mich., for the Western Michigan Invitational. The IU women's tennis team is sending four freshmen amd four returnees into competition to recapture last year's top performance. Head coach Lin Loring sees the next few days as a way to give his newcomers some match-play experience.

Hoosiers hope for 5th consecutive Intercollegiate win

By Rob DeWitte and Rob eWitte · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:22 a.m.

The men's cross country team will officially open its competitive season with the Indiana Intercollegiates held at 3:30 p.m. today at the IU Cross Country course. The meet has traditionally served as IU's first meet of the season, and typically provides low-key preparation for the team's supporting runners.

IU looks to defend title at Intercollegiate meet

By Ryan Goode · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:21 a.m.

The Indiana women's cross country team is loose, but focused. Even one of the Hoosiers' top runners, Kelly Siefker, can take a moment to joke as she describes this year's team. "We are fun, fast girls who look awesome sporting adidas apparel," the senior said.

Coach looks for 'flawless' performance

By Steve Brennan · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:19 a.m.

IU coach Mick Lyon demands perfection. He also wants his team to have a winning record before the Big Ten season starts. Lyon hopes both will happen this weekend as the IU women's soccer team (2-3-1) welcomes Butler and Bowling Green State to Armstrong Stadium. Winning both games will give the Hoosiers a winning record before Big Ten play begins next weekend.

Pitching staff key to Hoosier success

By Michael Sanserino · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:16 a.m.

The women's softball team ended last season with a 3-2 loss to rival Purdue. This last game was one of eight Big Ten games the Hoosiers lost by two runs or less. Head coach Stacey Phillips said she believes an improved pitching staff will turn those close losses into wins.

Zayner's return should improve Hoosier defense

By Chris Engel · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:14 a.m.

The last time junior defender Jed Zayner wore a Hoosier uniform he was celebrating IU's back-to-back national championship last season. After starting every game last season, Zayner has yet to see action four games into the 2005 season. The Hoosiers have gone 3-0-1 in their stint without their defender, who has to sit out to keep his NCAA eligibility after trying out for professional teams in France.

Seniors hope to guide Hoosiers

By Joe Syzmusiak · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:10 a.m.

After returning from its first tournament of the season late Tuesday night, the IU men's golf team only had one day of practice this week before it heads to Minneapolis to play in the Gopher Invitational this weekend.

Plugging up the holes on defense

By Matt Mattucci · Friday, Sept. 16,2005 1:06 a.m.

The IU defense surrendered 415 rushing yards in last Saturday's 35-31 win over Nicholls State University. A year ago, the Hoosier defense gave up 51 points to Kentucky in the team's first loss of the season. But as senior defensive back Will Lumpkin said during Monday's press conference, it's a new week and a new year.

McNabb questionable for Sunday

By Rob Maaddi · Thursday, Sept. 15,2005 12:58 a.m.

PHILADELPHIA -- Donovan McNabb threw four touchdowns on a broken ankle. He won't let a chest injury keep him on the bench.

Team throws down competition, brews

By Michael Sanserino · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:26 a.m.

After trying its hardest to crush the opponents on the field, there's nothing the IU women's rugby team loves to do more than down a few beers with them off the field. Every home game and most away games for the IU Red Storm is followed with an interteam social where the two teams chat about rugby, sing rugby songs and drink. This weekend, the Red Storm will compete at Irish Fest, a rugby tournament that coincides with the Irish Festival in Indianapolis.

Improving mind, body with martial arts

By Kacie Foster · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:24 a.m.

For thousands of years, many Chinese people have practiced the martial art Tai Chi Chuan to promote health and use as a self-defense technique. Approximately 50 years ago, it was first taught in the United States. Now, students of all ages and physical abilities are practicing Tai Chi Chuan to improve their bodies and minds.

'Crimson Crew' flag stolen Saturday

By Matt Mattucci · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:21 a.m.

Amid the chaos and celebration of the Hoosiers' home opener Saturday, the "Crimson Crew" flag, carried onto the field by IU's senior captains, was stolen during the game. Student Athletic Board President Elizabeth Roush said the SAB and IU head coach Terry Hoeppner had intended for the flag to be taken out on the field by the senior captains and then be passed into the student section at Memorial Stadium.

Freshmen lead IU to 11th place finish in Chardon, Ohio

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:20 a.m.

The IU men's golf team completed its first tournament of the season Tuesday by finishing 11th at the NCAA Central Regional Preview in Chardon, Ohio. The Hoosiers shot a combined 894 (300-297-297) for the tournament, finishing three strokes shy of tying Penn State for 10th place. The University of Louisville took home the team title with an 871.

Balancing Bashore

By Jordan Majewski · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:18 a.m.

When IU's academic year began three weeks ago, classes were far from the No. 1 priority of senior Kayla Bashore. She had flights to catch in Bloomington, Boston and Virginia Beach, multiple games to play for multiple teams and, of course, class work. Not exactly a smooth start to the school year.

Hopeful to become a Hoosier

By Wes Scott · Tuesday, Sept. 13,2005 1:49 a.m.

Cinderella stories are great. The stories of Rudy, the Hickory Huskies and the 1980 USA hockey team give every "ordinary Joe" a chance to believe. They prove the theory that anything is possible. Cinderella stories can even happen at IU. Whether it was the 1968 Rose Bowl team or even the recent 2000 Final Four team, miracles can happen.

Timberwolves sign Wright

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Sept. 13,2005 1:33 a.m.

The Minnesota Timberwolves signed former IU guard Bracey Wright Monday, the Associated Press reports. The 6-foot-3, 210-pound guard will be looked to fill the void of former sharpshooter Fred Hoiberg, who the wolves released this summer under the amnesty clause. The 10-year veteran underwent successful heart surgery and is still recovering.

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