Indiana University Men’s Basketball to travel to Tennessee for a Charity Exhibition Basketball Game
The Indiana men’s basketball program will open the 2024-25 season with a charity exhibition game on Sunday, Oct. 27 at the Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville against the Tennessee Volunteers. NCAA rules mandate that for an exhibition game between two Division I teams, the host school must sell tickets and donate the proceeds to a designated charity. Tennessee and Indiana have jointly agreed to support the John McLendon Foundation. The general public on-sale date is Sept. 16 via allvols.com. The tip time and TV network will be announced at a later date. “We are excited to be able to play such a good, well-coached team in Tennessee to get us ready for the season,” head coach Mike Woodson said. “We wanted to test ourselves away from our home floor early in the season and this will be a great experience to learn where we are as a ball club. “We are also honored to play for such a wonderful cause in the McLendon Foundation. The work that they do is truly special, and it is a credit to John McLendon and his legacy.”
Named for the esteemed Naismith Memorial Basketball of Fame member, the John McLendon Foundation offers scholarships for minority students who intend to pursue a postgraduate degree in athletics administration. It is also home to the McLendon Minority Leadership Initiative, a new coach-driven program to create access to and opportunity for meaningful employment experience for minority candidates known as Future Leaders. “On behalf of the McLendon Foundation, we are humbled by the continued support of Coach Barnes and Coach Woodson,” McLendon Foundation director Adrien Harraway said. “This game between the University of Tennessee and Indiana University demonstrates how sports can bring us together to inspire the next generation of sports leaders.”
Indiana, with fourth-year head coach Mike Woodson on the sidelines, returned four players that started at least 20 games last season in fifth-year senior guard Trey Galloway (10.6 points per game), junior forward Malik Reneau (15.4), sophomore wing Mackenize Mgbako (12.2), and sophomore guard Gabe Cupps (2.6). The Hoosiers also brought in the second-ranked transfer portal class according to 247Sports. The six-player class includes sixth-year senior center Oumar Ballo (12.9 points per game, transfer from Arizona), fifth-year senior center Dallas James (0.8, South Carolina State), senior wing Luke Goode (5.7, Illinois), senior center Langdon Hatton (10.5, Bellarmine), redshirt sophomore guard Myles Rice (14.8, Washington State), and sophomore guard Kannan Carlyle (11.5, Stanford). IU also earned a commitment from McDonald’s All-American Bryson Tucker, a consensus top 25 national recruit, out of Bowie, Md. The Volunteers finished the 2023-24 seasons with a 27-9 record and a trip to the NCAA Elite Eight. Tennessee lost six players from their regular rotation from a season ago, including first-round draft pick Dalton Knecht. Head coach Rick Barnes, a 38-year college basketball veteran, reloaded with the 14th-ranked transfer portal class according to 247Sports.
Cailtin Clark named WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week
Indiana Fever Rookie Guard Caitlin Clark was named the WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week during the August 15-25 portion of the regular season schedule, the league announced Tuesday. Clark has already received WNBA Rookie of the Month honors in May and July this season also. In the Fever’s first three games after the Olympic break, Clark ranked third among all players in the WNBA for scoring as she averaged 25.0 points per game to go along with 9.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds per contest. Last week, Clark became the franchise rookie leader in made 3-point field goals with 81, passed Ticha Penicheiro’s record of 224 assists to become the WNBA all-time rookie leader in assists and also joined Aliyah Boston and Tamika Catchings as the only players in franchise history to score at least 500 points in a rookie season.
On August 16 during Indiana’s 98-89 win against the Phoenix Mercury, Clark scored a team-high 29 points, dished out a game-high 10 assists and pulled down five rebounds, which marked her 10th double-double of the season. Against the Minnesota Lynx on Saturday, Clark recorded 23 points, eight assists and five rebounds, which was her 11th game of the season recording at least 20 points, five rebounds and five assists. Clark has also recorded at least 20 points and six assists in six of her last seven games. Clark continues to lead the league in assists averaging 8.3 assists per game and leads all rookies in scoring (17.9 ppg), steals (1.4 spg), field goals made (169), free throws made (116) and minutes per game (35.3 mpg). Following a two-game road stretch, the Fever return home to face the Connecticut Sun Tonight at 7pm on Bally Sports Indiana and NBA TV.
Indianapolis Indians to host Pacers Sports and Entertainment Night at Victory Field on September 10
The Indianapolis Indians announced Tuesday the organization will tip off its final homestand of the 2024 season at Victory Field with Pacers Sports & Entertainment Night on Tuesday, Sept. 10. The Indiana Fever will be in attendance, plus fans can enjoy mascot appearances by Freddy Fever and Boomer, Pacemate and High Octane Drumline performances and more.
“We are excited to rally behind the Indiana Fever for its playoff push and to celebrate the Indiana Pacers coming off its run to the Eastern Conference Finals,” said Randy Lewandowski, Indianapolis Indians president and CEO. “Between mascot, Pacemate and Fever player appearances, fans are in for a treat on Pacers Sports and Entertainment Night at the Vic.” “Like world-class basketball, late summer nights at the ballpark are a tradition for so many Hoosier families,” said Mel Raines, Chief Executive Officer of Pacers Sports & Entertainment. “What a historic time to be a fan in Indiana, and what better way to celebrate this exciting Fever team than with a fun night at the Vic!”
The evening also marks the last Tuesday Dollar Menu presented by Eisenberg of the season. Fans can load up on their favorite ballpark snacks with hot dogs, peanuts, potato chips, popcorn, Cracker Jack® and churros all available for one buck at concessions. Single-game tickets are still available for the rest of the 2024 season. For more on the Indians, visit IndyIndians.com or contact the Victory Field Box Office at (317) 269-3545 or Tickets@IndyIndians.com
Indiana University Athletics announces the 2024 Men’s Soccer Home Promotions Schedule
Indiana athletics on Tuesday announced promotions for the 2024 Indiana men’s soccer season ahead of its home opener on Thursday against No. 8-ranked Notre Dame at Bill Armstrong Stadium. Fans that purchase season tickets can see every regular season home match for a one-time payment of $44 ($4 per match). Single-match tickets are also on sale.
Thursday’s match includes four promotions as the men’s team plays the second match of a doubleheader with Indiana women’s soccer. Fans that check in for both matches will automatically enter to win a free RTIC cooler filled with IU soccer prizes. In addition, IU Dance Marathon will host its annual For the Kicks Night. The promotion includes a tailgate starting at 6:30pm at Bill Armstrong Stadium, with free food and games for fans of all ages. Thursday is also Junior Hoosier Club Night, as IU athletics offers free admission for all Junior Hoosier Club members that show their JHC credential at the Armstrong Stadium ticket window. Thursday’s giveaway is the 2024 Hoosier Army t-shirt. The first 500 fans in attendance will receive this season’s t-shirt that they can wear to Armstrong Stadium all season. Indiana men’s soccer’s game-by-game and season-long promotions are listed below. For more information on each promotion, visit the IU athletics 2024-25 marketing page.
Season-Long Promotions GUESS THE GOAL SCORER: Before each game, guess which Hoosier will score the first goal of the game. If you guess correctly, you could win an Indiana soccer prize pack! Enter to win each game at the IU athletics marketing tent in the northwest corner of Armstrong Stadium.
IU SOCCER TRIVIA: Every home game, test your Indiana soccer knowledge with the IU Soccer Trivia Question of The Game! Submit your guess at the IU athletics marketing tent in the northwest corner of Armstrong Stadium, and one fan who correctly answers the question will receive an Indiana soccer prize pack, with the winner announced during halftime.
IU CREDIT UNION HONORARY CAPTAIN: Each game, one fan under the age of 13 can lead the Hoosiers on the field during pregame introductions as the IU Credit Union Honorary Captain! Check in at the IU athletics marketing tent in the northwest corner of Armstrong Stadium prior to the game to see if you can be the game’s Captain.
SEASON TICKET HOLDER BENEFITS: IU soccer season ticket holders, be sure to stop by IU Athletics Marketing Tent located in the northwest corner of Armstrong Stadium during the season and present your voucher to receive your 2024 Season Ticket Gift, an Indiana soccer fleece blanket!
PROMOTIONAL GIVEAWAYS: All IU soccer giveaways are available at the IU athletics marketing tent located in the northwest corner of Armstrong Stadium. Arrive early so you don’t miss out!
Game-By-Game Giveaways and Promotions
| Aug. 29 (Notre Dame) | IU Dance Marathon For the Kicks Night | Junior Hoosier Club Night | Cream and Crimson Cooler Giveaway | Giveaway: Hoosier Army T-Shirt (First 500 Fans) |
| Sept. 1 (Yale) | K-12 Appreciation Night | Indiana Football Ticket Discount | Giveaway: Hoosier Army Scarf (First 500 Fans) | |
| Sept. 9 (Dayton) | Giveaway: Hoosier Army Flag (First 250 Fans) | |||
| Sept. 17 (Evansville) | Salute to Service Night | |||
| Sept. 20 (Maryland) | IU Student Foundation Night | Junior Hoosier Club Night | Indiana Football Ticket Discount | |
| Oct. 4 (Washington) | Student Appreciation Night | Giveaway: Indiana Soccer Hat (First 250 Fans) | ||
| Oct. 8 (Kentucky) | International Night | Giveaway: Hoosier Army T-Shirt (First 250 Fans) | ||
| Oct. 11 (Penn State) | Retro Night | Junior Hoosier Club Night | Giveaway: IU Soccer Jersey Poster (First 250 Fans) | |
| Oct. 18 (Michigan State) | Faculty/Staff Appreciation Night | Indiana Football Ticket Discount | ||
| Oct. 29 (Northwestern) | Giveaway: Indiana Soccer Winter Beanie (First 250 Fans) | |||
| Nov. 1 (Trine) | Senior Night | Youth Soccer Night |
Indiana Fever continue their push for the Playoffs with a Road Win at Atlanta
The Indiana Fever (14-16) secured its third victory in the regular-season series against the Atlanta Dream with an 84-79 win at State Farm Arena on Monday night. Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell led Indiana with a season-high 29 points on 10-of-23 shooting and a season-best seven rebounds. Monday’s win marked the 14th win of the season for Indiana – the most in a Fever regular season since 2016. Four Fever players scored in double figures on Monday, led by Mitchell’s fourth consecutive 20-point effort. Fever rookie guard Caitlin Clark added 19 points, seven rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one blocked shot. Following her four made 3-point field goals on Monday, Clark tied Dream guard Rhyne Howard for the most made 3-point field goals by a rookie in WNBA history with 85. Fever center Aliyah Boston recorded her 11th double-double of the season on Monday with a 14-point, 11-rebound performance, which makes her only five points shy from reaching 1,000 career points. Off the bench, Fever forward Damiris Dantas added a season-high 11 points on 3-of-4 shooting from 3-point range.y. Additionally, forward NaLyssa Smith tallied seven points and six rebounds in the win, which moved her past Natalie Achonwa for sixth on the Fever all-time rebounds list with 764. Former Indiana University Women’s Basketball standout Grace Berger did not play.
Indiana started Monday night off strong and never trailed the entire game, scoring the first eight points of the game for an 11-3 overall run. After the first quarter, Indiana led 22-17 and went on another 14-6 run to follow. Mitchell scored 11 of her 29 points in the second quarter and Indiana outscored Atlanta, 30-21, in the second quarter alone, which is the most points the Fever have recorded in a second quarter this season. The Fever outscored the Dream in paint points, 34-28, bench points, 15-11, fastbreak points, 11-6, and outrebounded Atlanta, 43-38. Four Dream (10-19) players scored in double figures in the loss. Dream center Tina Charles led Atlanta with a season-high 28-point showing and also pulled down eight rebounds. Dream guard Rhyne Howard was held scoreless in the second quarter, but ended with 16 points, seven rebounds and two assists. Guards Allisha Gray and Jordin Canada combined for 22 points, eight assists and four rebounds, too.
Indiana University Volleyball Announces Home Match Themes for the 2024 Season
Ahead of a season that features 15 home matches for the first time in five years, the Indiana Volleyball team announced theme nights and promotions for a number of its Big Ten home contests. Wilkinson Hall, which opened in 2019, saw a massive attendance boost in 2023 and will welcome some of the nation’s best programs for the upcoming season. Big Ten newcomers USC and UCLA will play in Bloomington for the first time while regional opponents Illinois, Purdue and Ohio State make regularly scheduled appearances.
The Hoosiers will also host five non-conference matches including games against in-state foes Notre Dame and Ball State. The home opener will take place on Labor Day against UC-Davis. Nine of the 10 Big Ten home games will feature match themes, encouraging the IU faithful to participate and bring an extra boost of spirit to the competitive matches. The conference home slate begins on a Friday night (Oct. 4) against Michigan State with all home fans asked to wear red. The Hoosiers will play five home matches in each of September, October and November. IU will finish the regular season at home over Thanksgiving Break against Michigan (Nov. 27) and Illinois (Nov. 29). Seven different seniors, including All-American Camryn Haworth, will be celebrated against Illinois.
2024 will mark the 50th season that Indiana Volleyball has played as a varsity sport. Over the course of the season, the Hoosiers will take a look back at their history and celebrate the future of the fast-growing sport. IU played its varsity season in 1975. The NCAA officially adopted women’s volleyball in 1981. The home weekend with matches against Purdue (Nov. 8) and USC (Nov. 10) will serve as the 50th anniversary weekend and the alumni reunion weekend. IU’s football program will host Michigan in the same weekend, allowing for alumni to reconnect for a multi-day celebration.
HOME MATCH THEMES:
10/4 vs. Michigan State – Red Out
10/6 vs. Ohio State – ALZTogether (Purple Out)
10/13 vs. Penn State – Dig Pink (Pink Out)
10/24 vs. Wisconsin – Mental Health Awareness
10/27 vs. Northwestern – International Student Day
11/8 vs. Purdue – 50th Anniversary (White Out)
11/10 vs. USC – Girls Night Out
11/22 vs. UCLA – Pride Night
11/29 vs. Illinois – Senior Night
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