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Texans defeat Tampa Bay in preseason

By Alyson Brodsy · Friday, Sept. 3,2004 2:22 a.m.

HOUSTON -- Michael Pittman, who got extensive playing time because the Bucs rested starter Charlie Garner, ran for 71 yards on 12 carries and Tampa Bay held Houston to three field goals. Several starters on both sides were on the sidelines by the end of the scoreless first quarter, leaving reserves jockeying for jobs to play the rest of the night.

Team remains perfect in season openers

By Kevin Dwire · Friday, Sept. 3,2004 2:21 a.m.

IU women's volleyball coach Katie Weismiller has guided her Hoosier team into 12 season opening matches and has 12 season opening victories to show for it. The latest team to fall victim to Weismiller's streak was IU-Purdue University Indianapolis, who the Hoosiers defeated Wednesday evening. The Hoosiers knocked off the Jaguars 30-23, 28-30, 30-25, 30-20 in an IU athletic team's first-ever appearance on the IUPUI campus.

Undefeated, looking to stay that way, Hoosiers take on Ball State Sunday

By John Fischer · Friday, Sept. 3,2004 2:20 a.m.

The 2-0 IU women's soccer team hopes to keep its winning streak alive when the team takes on the Ball State University Cardinals at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Bill Armstrong Stadium. As much as the Hoosiers want to be 3-0 when the weekend is over, getting another win is not the only mission. IU coach Mick Lyon said the team has two priorities. "This Sunday is basically two things: build on what we have and win the game," Lyon said.

Hoosiers prepare for Ball State, SW Mizzou

By Alyson Brodsy · Friday, Sept. 3,2004 2:19 a.m.

An in-state foe and an out-of-state opponent await the Hoosiers this weekend when the IU women's field hockey team faces off with Ball State Friday and Southwest Missouri State Sunday. IU goes into the game with a 1-1 record after dropping a 3-1 game to Berkeley and earning a close 2-1 victory against Stanford, with both games in California. On the other hand, the Cardinals come into the game with a 0-2 record, losing to both Northeastern 2-1, and William & Mary, 2-1. IU and BSU tied 3-3 in a preseason scrimmage Aug. 22.

Indiana Open provides home advantages

By Andy Romey · Friday, Sept. 3,2004 2:18 a.m.

The IU women's cross country team kicks off its 2004 season tonight at the Indiana Open. The meet will be held at IU's home course at 6:45 p.m. Even though Hoosier coach Judy Wilson is treating this meet as a low-key tune-up, she said she still recognizes the importance the meet holds for her entire squad.

Knight's next episode: his own

By Chris Hopper · Friday, Sept. 3,2004 2:17 a.m.

His antics on and off the court draw people in from all over to see what he will do next. So CBS and Paramount television have decided to base a sitcom on the life of Bobby Knight. Now fans and critics alike will have the opportunity to see another side of Knight they may have never seen before. CBS and Paramount Television have struck a deal with Knight to create a television sitcom based on his life.

on the SIDELINES

By Alyson Brodsy · Friday, Sept. 3,2004 2:16 a.m.

Lawsuit against Kobe Bryant contains risks EAGLE, Colo. -- In pressing on with her civil suit against NBA star Kobe Bryant, the woman accusing him of rape will not have to meet the higher standard of proof required in a criminal case.

Hoosiers host tournament to open up regular season

By Steve Slivka · Friday, Sept. 3,2004 2:14 a.m.

The road to the Home Depot Center and a return trip to the NCAA College Cup begins tonight for the No. 1-ranked IU men's soccer team. Last season, the Hoosiers were victorious in the College Cup championship game, as they defeated St. John's University 2-1. The game against St. John's marked the last time former coach Jerry Yeagley paced the sidelines for the Hoosiers as he retired following the final whistle of the game.

THE FULL GERRY

By David Paulen · Friday, Sept. 3,2004 2:13 a.m.

Saturday will be a first for many things. It will be the first step for an IU football team looking to make a bowl game and improve on last season's 2-10 record. It will be the first chance for the offense and defense to show off their hard work in practice. A first victory, however, will not be a walk in the park. The Hoosiers will take their first step of the 2004 season at 6 p.m. Saturday when they face Central Michigan at Memorial Stadium.

Hoosier to miss season

By Sam Nissen · Thursday, Sept. 2,2004 1:10 a.m.

All-American, All-Big Ten, U.S. Under-21 participant, second all-time leading scorer, all-time assists leader and team co-captain Kayla Bashore will not be playing this year for the Hoosiers. The acclaimed field hockey star will be redshirting for the season as she prepares to take the MCAT test for entrance into medical school. "It feels like the right thing to do. This year has already taught me a lot," Bashore said of her season on the sidelines.

Sophomore leads by example

By Ricardo Hernandez · Thursday, Sept. 2,2004 1:09 a.m.

It was the Illinois high school championship soccer game, and Jed Zayner, a young back who accepted nothing but the best, knew victory was within his grasp. The seconds counted down in the final half, and once his team finally captured the title, he was more than anxious to celebrate this accomplishment with his teammates.

Hoosier garners Big Ten award

By John Fischer · Thursday, Sept. 2,2004 1:06 a.m.

IU women's soccer senior Kim Grodek was recently named the Big Ten's Offensive Player of the Week. The honor comes as no surprise to her teamates since the Hoosier midfielder scored five goals and tallied an assist in a single weekend of competition in which the Hoosiers brought home the Milwaukee Cup championship.

Prosecutors drop Kobe Bryant case; Civil action still pending against Lakers star

By Alyson Brodsy and Jon Sarche · Thursday, Sept. 2,2004 1 a.m.

EAGLE, Colo. -- The criminal case against Kobe Bryant case collapsed Wednesday as prosecutors said they had no choice but to drop the sexual assault charge because the NBA star's accuser no longer wanted to participate. Bryant, whose trial had been days from opening arguments, responded with an apology to the woman who had accused him and whose civil suit for damages is still pending.

College football season returns for Labor Day weekend

By Alyson Brodsy and Ralph D. Russo · Thursday, Sept. 2,2004 12:42 a.m.

For the college football fan who can never get enough, this weekend is for you. With the NFL season a week away, college football has practically taken over Labor Day weekend. Games begin Thursday night and continue through Monday night.

IU welcomes back team depth after back-to-back NCAA berths

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Sept. 1,2004 1:57 a.m.

IU women's cross country coach Judy Wilson has plenty of reasons to be enthusiastic about her team's chances for success this season. After posting back-to-back NCAA Championship appearances the past two seasons, their first since 1989 and 1990, Wilson and her team of runners are back and hoping to make the event for the third consecutive year.

Around The MLB

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Sept. 1,2004 1:57 a.m.

Indians 22, Yankees 0 NEW YORK -- With the largest loss in their history, the New York Yankees' lead was cut to 3 1/2 games, their August slump beginning to resemble a free-fall. Omar Vizquel went 6-for-6 to tie the American League record for hits, and the Cleveland Indians routed New York 22-0 Tuesday night.

Hoosiers primed to contend with Big Ten conference elite

By Rob DeWitte and Rob eWitte · Wednesday, Sept. 1,2004 1:54 a.m.

When Robert Chapman took over as the IU cross country coach, his long-term goal was to develop a program that would be a perennial Big Ten and NCAA contender. He wanted a team that would consistently pump out All-Americans and eventually guarantee more success by attracting blue-chip recruits.

Hoosiers finally hit gridiron with full roster of scholarships

By David Paulen · Wednesday, Sept. 1,2004 1:52 a.m.

Ten years ago. The Hoosiers had their last winning season 10 years ago at 6-5, but that is only the beginning. They attended their last bowl game 11 years ago, losing to Virginia Tech 45-20. IU has not won a bowl game since 1991, when they shutout Baylor 24-0. The Hoosiers have not won a Big Ten Championship since the Rose Bowl campaign of 1967.

Golfers swing into fall season

By Jacob Brown · Wednesday, Sept. 1,2004 1:50 a.m.

Twenty-three seasons, seven Big Ten Championships, 12 top-three finishes and eight Big Ten Coach of the Year honors. That is the legacy left behind by legendary women's golf coach Sam Carmichael after his retirement last season. Not only did the Hoosiers lose their long-time coach, but they also graduated four seniors, including Academic All-American Karen Dennison. But replacing a legend doesn't seem to phase new coach Clint Wallman.

Hoosiers prepare for tougher schedule

By Charlie Cunningham and Charlie Gillingham · Wednesday, Sept. 1,2004 1:49 a.m.

By its own admission, the IU men's golf team will be facing a much tougher fall schedule in 2004 than the fall schedule in 2003. But the Hoosiers don't seem too worried. Sept. 11 marks the beginning of the fall season when the Hoosiers tee off in the Michigan-Radrick Farms Intercollegiate Invitational. Other tournaments include the Central Regional Preview at Notre Dame and the Xavier Invitational, both of which will give the Hoosiers a look at some area rivals.

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