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WUSA folds on eve of 2003 World Cup

By Cory Steger · Tuesday, Sept. 23,2003 1:31 a.m.

Most of IU's women's soccer players will not continue to play after they graduate, but for a few, the next level awaits. The Women's United Soccer Association (WUSA) and the Women's World Cup have been the only places where women's soccer players could showcase their talents after college. However, the women's World Cup only happens every four years, and the WUSA recently folded due to insufficient funds to support a fourth season. Shaunna Daugherty, senior goalkeeper for the Hoosiers, said she is disappointed with what happened to the WUSA. "It's pretty unfortunate," she said. "The WUSA gave a lot of players an opportunity to play after college. Having the WUSA fold is a letdown for a lot of future players."

Decision has fans wondering

By Alex Hickey · Monday, Sept. 22,2003 3:01 a.m.

This is when you're going to hear from the experts -- when you're 1-3." These are the words of coach Gerry DiNardo in the wake of Saturday's 34-17 loss to Kentucky. And while I'm no expert, I'm more than willing to throw in my two cents (and maybe a few extra pieces of change).

IU contains All-American in loss

Monday, Sept. 22,2003 2:55 a.m.

Through the first quarter of Saturday's game against Kentucky, it looked like star Wildcat wideout Derek Abney was on his way to another offensively potent game. On Kentucky's third drive, the senior -- who came into the game third in Wildcat history in pass receptions -- caught one ball for a first down, took a reverse for 24 yards, and then split the IU defense for a 29-yard touchdown reception and the early lead.

on the SIDELINES

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Sept. 22,2003 2:44 a.m.

WASHINGTON -- The veterans led, the stars starred and the youngsters enjoyed the ride. It was a terrific way for the U.S. women to open defense of their World Cup title.

Chances blown in loss

Monday, Sept. 22,2003 2:41 a.m.

Before the season starts, IU's coaches scout their first four opponents. This year, Coach Gerry DiNardo circled the UConn and Kentucky games as 'big' since they promised to be closely contested. The Hoosiers already lost to UConn, and Saturday, IU's offense couldn't capitalize on two first quarter possessions starting near the 50-yard line and saw a tight 13-10 halftime deficit fall apart in the third quarter into a 34-17 Kentucky run away in front of 34,829 fans at Memorial Stadium. "We went into this week saying this was a big game, a big rivalry and an important game," DiNardo said. "We put a lot into it. We put a lot of pressure on ourselves as coaches and on the players. I think we played a little bit better than we did at Connecticut, and I would say that is the good news."

Team kicks off fall season at UM

By Charlie Cunningham and Charlie Gillingham · Friday, Sept. 19,2003 2:24 a.m.

The men's golf team kicks off its fall season this weekend with the Northern Intercollegiate in Ann Arbor, Mich. hosted by the University of Michigan. The Hoosiers had three weeks to prepare for the two-day, 15-team event, and they are eager to finally get the season under way at the U of M golf course.

Conference play begins this weekend

By Cory Steger · Friday, Sept. 19,2003 2:23 a.m.

The Hoosiers open the Big Ten play this weekend as they travel to Madison, Wisc., to take on the Badgers Friday night. Then they travel to Minneapolis on Sunday to face the Golden Gophers. After a good week of practice, Coach Mick Lyon said he's excited about beginning Big Ten play this weekend. Sophomore forward Kristen Zmijewski said the team is anticipating two tough games.

Fall debut to show preparation

By David Paulen · Friday, Sept. 19,2003 2:21 a.m.

The IU women's golf team will travel to East Lansing, Mich., this weekend for their first tournament of the year, the Mary Fossum Invitational. The first and second rounds begin Saturday at the Forest Akers West Golf Club, with the final round concluding on Sunday.

IU seeks third tourney win

By Matt Glenesk · Friday, Sept. 19,2003 2:20 a.m.

This weekend the IU women's volleyball team will be hosting its second home tournament of the season, the IU Credit Union Invitational. This year marks the third time the Hoosiers (4-4) have hosted the event, and the team is a perfect 6-0 in the tournament's history, capturing the title on both occasions.

Rivalry here. Fans wanted.

By Alex Hickey · Friday, Sept. 19,2003 2:18 a.m.

It's time for the Kentucky game, and as always, my good friend and somewhat trusted associate Stanley Q. Studmuffin is quite excited. In fact, if you asked him yourself, he might even say that he's "geeked."

Hoosiers can't finish against Notre Dame

By Zack Eldridge · Friday, Sept. 19,2003 2:17 a.m.

SOUTH BEND -- The word heartbreaking best characterizes the men's soccer team's match at Notre Dame last night. The No. 18 Hoosiers (2-3-2) were outlasted by the Fighting Irish, 1-0 in double-overtime at Alumni Field.

Kentucky senior QB Lorenzen ready to take on Hoosiers for 4th time

By John Rodgers · Friday, Sept. 19,2003 2:15 a.m.

He's been called the 'Round-Mound of Touchdown.' He's been called 'mobile, agile, hostile and hungry.' He's senior Jared Lorenzen. He weighs 260 pounds. And he's the quarterback of the Kentucky Wildcats who are preparing to face IU this Saturday.

Regional rival Kentucky visits Memorial Stadium Saturday

By Gavin Lesnick · Friday, Sept. 19,2003 2:14 a.m.

In his second year at IU, coach Gerry DiNardo has yet to lead the football team to consecutive victories. But that could change when the Hoosiers play host to Kentucky 4 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Stadium after beating Indiana State 33-3 last weekend. A win would secure bragging rights in one of IU's fiercest regional rivalries. "When coach DiNardo came in last year, he wasn't really sure about the rivalry," senior wide receiver Glenn Johnson said. "He didn't really know the meaning of it, but then when he saw how those guys played, he bought into it, and he saw where it was coming from, as far as it being a pretty intense game and you gotta go out and lay it all on the field against Kentucky."

Hoosiers head to Terre Haute

By Alyson Brodsy · Friday, Sept. 19,2003 1:15 a.m.

Today marks the 65th running of the Indiana Intercollegiates as the No. 18 women and No. 17 men's cross country teams travel to Terre Haute to compete on the LaVern Gibson Championship Course. This is the same course that hosted the 2002 NCAA National Championship meet in which the women's team finished 14th.

For Miami, beating the Bills starts with stopping Moulds

By Alyson Brodsy and Steven Wine · Friday, Sept. 19,2003 1:13 a.m.

MIAMI -- Receiver Eric Moulds spat in cornerback Patrick Surtain's face last season, which did nothing to dampen the Buffalo Bills' rivalry with the Miami Dolphins.

Colts short of sellout

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, Sept. 18,2003 2:15 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- The Indianapolis Colts are again racing against the clock to sell tickets. The team has until noon Thursday to avoid its fourth local television blackout in five games at the RCA Dome. Team officials said Wednesday that 6,200 tickets remained.

IU Athletic Hall of Fame to induct five former champs

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, Sept. 18,2003 2:14 a.m.

Five former standout athletes from IU will be inducted into the IU Athletic Hall of Fame in a ceremony and dinner on Friday evening, according to Ricki Chastain of the Varsity Club. They will add to the already 119 members of the IU Athletic Hall of Fame.

Freeney doubtful for play Sunday

By Alyson Brodsy and Michael Marot · Thursday, Sept. 18,2003 2:14 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Indianapolis Colts defensive end Dwight Freeney is likely to miss Sunday's game against Jacksonville and could miss more time because of a left ankle sprain. Freeney was injured during last Sunday's 33-7 victory over Tennessee.

Two substances taken off drug list

By Alyson Brodsy and Stephen Wilson · Thursday, Sept. 18,2003 2:13 a.m.

LONDON -- Romanian gymnast Andreea Raducan paid a heavy price for listening to her doctor and taking a common cold tablet during the 2000 Sydney Olympics. She was stripped of a gold medal.

Recreational sports program ranked No. 1

By Chris Hopper · Thursday, Sept. 18,2003 2:13 a.m.

At IU there are about 38,000 students and roughly 87.5 percent have at one time or another participated in recreational sports. The high participation rate may be one reason Sports Illustrated On Campus listed IU as having the best recreational program in the country. IU was ranked sixth in "Best College Sports Towns." SIOC highlighted IU's prestigious basketball and football programs, but the light shone on the recreational sports program.

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