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Baer Field Opens For 50th Season

Glenn Marini — Wed, 22 May 2013 00:08:14 GMT

Legendary Baer Field Speedway opened for the track's 50th season of racing this past Saturday.

"Iceman" Coming To IPFW On Thursday

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:52:16 GMT

Former NBA standout and 1996 Hall of Fame inductee George “The Iceman” Gervin will lead a discussion called “Safeguarding Our Communities Against Prescription Drug Misuse” on May 23 at the IPFW Walb Student Union International Ballroom.

Indy Native Carpenter Wins Pole

Sun, 19 May 2013 03:59:45 GMT

The stepson of IndyCar founder Tony George became the first member of the Hulman family to win the biggest pre-race event in the series -- the Indianapolis 500 pole.

Pacers Advance To Conference Finals

Sun, 19 May 2013 03:55:05 GMT

Lance Stephenson scored a playoff career-high 25 points and led a late 11-2 run Saturday night, leading the Indiana Pacers past the New York Knicks, 106-99 and into the Eastern Conference finals for the first time since 2004.

Baker Giving Back Through His Camp

Sun, 19 May 2013 03:52:29 GMT

On day two of the Jason Baker Pro Football Mini Camp the biggest impact had nothing to do with football.

Baker In Town For Annual Football Camp

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:12:48 GMT

More coaches, more players and an increased focus on player safety will highlight this weekend’s Pro Football Mini Camp, hosted by Fort Wayne native and NFL veteran Jason Baker.

Benson & Friends Raise Funds In Auburn

Glenn Marini — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:49:49 GMT

Former I.U. basketball star Kent Benson was back in Auburn for the 14th annual Auburn Classic Lions Club golf outing on Friday at Bridgewater Golf Club.

FW sports legend Carl Bennett dies

Glenn Marini — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:02:26 GMT

A legendary figure on the Fort Wayne and U.S. sports scene has passed away. Carl Bennett helped start the Mad Anthony Charity Classic and was instrumental in the building of Memorial Coliseum, died Wednesday.

Knicks Beat Pacers To Force Game Six

Fri, 17 May 2013 03:56:02 GMT

Carmelo Anthony scored 28 points and the Knicks avoided elimination in the Eastern Conference semifinals with an 85-75 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 on Thursday night.

Harnish Visits TinCaps, Talks Colts

Fri, 17 May 2013 01:10:14 GMT

Colts quarterback and Norwell grad Chandler Harnish was the guest of honor at Thursday night's TinCaps game.

Beasley Makes U.S. Training Camp Roster

Thu, 16 May 2013 20:12:15 GMT

Fort Wayne native Demarcus Beasley has been named to the 29-mean U.S. soccer training camp roster ahead of a trio of World Cup qualifiers next month.

Former TinCap Freiman Slugs Way To MLB

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:46:18 GMT

Former TinCaps slugger Nate Freiman has made his way to the big leagues as a rookie with the Oakland Athletics - but that's only part of Nate's story.

Ants Howard & Smith To NBDL Elite Camp

Mon, 13 May 2013 23:55:57 GMT

Ron Howard and Tommy Smith will be among the top NBA Development League prospects at the fourth-annual NBA Development League Elite Mini Camp today and tomorrow at Chicago’s Quest Multisports gym.

Cards Kovanda Getting A Shot At The NFL

Sun, 12 May 2013 22:42:42 GMT

Former Ball State punter Scott Kovanda is getting his shot at the NFL courtesy of the Cincinnati Bengals.

Dwenger Duo Begins NFL Careers

Fri, 10 May 2013 22:07:23 GMT

It's a long way from the fields at Bishop Dwenger - but Tyler Eifert and John Goodman are teammates once again. This time - it's in the NFL.

Parker Adjusting In Year Two With A's

Glenn Marini — Thu, 09 May 2013 03:53:35 GMT

Jarrod Parker learned to deal with success as a rookie in the major leagues. As a second-year pro Parker is learning another important lesson - dealing with adversity.

Knicks Sink Pacers With 30-2 Run

Wed, 08 May 2013 01:58:13 GMT

Carmelo Anthony scored 32 points, 16 during a 30-2 New York onslaught in the second half, the Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 105-79 on Tuesday night to even the Eastern Conference semifinals at one game.

Pollard 87th-Best Player By NFL Network

Glenn Marini — Tue, 07 May 2013 23:02:42 GMT

Fort Wayne native and South Side graduate Bernard Pollard has been featured on the NFL Network as one of the top 100 players in the NFL.

USGA Girls Junior Championship Coming

Glenn Marini — Tue, 07 May 2013 22:53:08 GMT

Over 150 of the world's best female golfers will be heading for Fort Wayne this summer.

Parker Gives Up Four Homers vs. Tribe

Glenn Marini — Tue, 07 May 2013 03:36:37 GMT

After earning his first win of the season last week against the Angels it looked like Jarrod Parker's sophomore struggles could be a thing of the past.

All-Ohio Wins Run N' Slam U17 Title

Mon, 06 May 2013 02:05:40 GMT

Behind strong performances from Ohio State commit Jae'Sean Tate and Purdue recruiting target Vincent Edwards, All-Ohio Red won the Under 17 championship at the Bill Hensley Memorial Run N' Slam on Sunday afternoon.

Pacers Legend Smits Talks Playoffs

Mon, 06 May 2013 01:56:55 GMT

NewsChannel 15 sports caught up with the former All-Star on Sunday afternoon to discuss the current Pacers run to the playoffs, his memories of the Pacers postseason battles with the Knicks during his career and Derrik's continuing development.

Swanigan, McElvene Drawing D1 Interest

Mon, 06 May 2013 01:49:05 GMT

The recruiting game is starting to heat up for a pair of Fort Wayne area big men.

Bluiette, Lyle Hearing It From IU Fans

Sat, 04 May 2013 21:57:37 GMT

JaQuan Lyle and Trevon Bluiette are both highly sought after high school basketball stars who hale from the Hoosier State. Factor in that IU is one of the schools most heavily recruiting the star duo and the pressure to commit to the Cream and Crimson is evident.

Blackmon Jr. Optimistic About Marion

Sat, 04 May 2013 02:52:59 GMT

James Blackmon Jr. is optimistic about his future - even if it involves an unfamiliar setting.

DeKalb Grad Jarrett Grube Earns Honor

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:40:12 GMT

DeKalb high school graduate and University of Memphis baseball alum Jarrett Grube was named the Double-A Texas League Pitcher of the Week.

ACC Tops Indiana In Champions Classic

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 02:36:52 GMT

Behind 60 points from Warsaw native and former Duke All-American Mason Plumlee, the ACC All-Stars bested the Indiana All-Stars 167-161 Monday night at the Champions Classic.

Driskill Eager For Chance With Colts

Glenn Marini — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 21:59:48 GMT

After a stellar career at Mount Union Nick Driskill is hoping to repeat the feat of fellow Purple Raider Pierre Garcon and make the Colts roster.

Goodman gets the call from Bengals

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:59:29 GMT

A former Dwenger and Notre Dame wide receiver is getting the chance to go pro.

USF Star Coleman Invited To NFL Camp

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 02:33:27 GMT

Former Saint Francis All-American Austin Coleman is getting a chance to live his dream in the NFL.