Author: Mike Schumann

In a matter of hours, Indiana seniors De’Ron Davis and Devonte Green went from believing that they had done all that was needed to reach the first NCAA Tournament of their careers — to having it all taken away. As the news rolled in, from the cancellation of the Big Ten Tournament to ultimately the NCAA Tournament as well, IU players watched as their seasons, and in the case of Davis and Green, their college careers, came to end.  Several players took to social media to express their emotions about the surreal day. First, a statement released by Indiana head…

The final COVID-19 blow has been dealt to IU Athletics. According to a release by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the NCAA men’s basketball tournament and all other remaining winter and spring NCAA championship events have been canceled.  A release by the Big Ten moments later canceled all other conference and non conference competition by member institutions for the rest of the 2019-20 academic year. The brief releases from each organization are below. NCAA cancels remaining winter and spring championships March 12, 2020 4:07pm Today, NCAA President Mark Emmert and the Board of Governors canceled the Division I men’s and…

Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren discussed the decision to cancel the remainder of the league’s men’s basketball tournament on Thursday.  Warren gave an interview on the Big Ten Network and also gave a press conference on the matter. In his remarks Warren has clarified that the event has been canceled, not postponed. Further below you can watch as the news broke live on the set of the Big Ten Network. https://youtu.be/KRqkTYDb44k https://youtu.be/6wE7icF9m_M https://youtu.be/x3CZYA8hbwI Video credits – Big Ten Network You can follow us on Twitter:  @daily_hoosier Find us on Facebook:  thedailyhoosier The Daily Hoosier –“Where Indiana fans assemble when they’re not at…

The Big Ten announced shortly before the opening tip of Thursday action that the remainder of its men’s basketball tournament has been canceled. The league had previously decided to proceed without fans but adjusted course in a developing situation. The full statement by the Big Ten is below. BIG TEN STATEMENT The Big Ten Conference announced today that it will be canceling the remainder of the Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament, effective immediately. The Big Ten Conference will use this time to work with the appropriate medical experts and institutional leadership to determine next steps for moving forward in regard…

In light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Indiana University has made several adjustments to upcoming events, including banning all attendance at sporting events through the end of the 2019-20 season. The school also canceled its 2020 spring football game that was scheduled for April 17. Below is the full release from IU Athletics. Bloomington, Indiana – In accordance with yesterday’s Big Ten Conference directive, effective immediately, attendance at all Indiana University home athletic events will be limited to essential personnel through the end of the 2019-20 season. 1. Essential personnel includes student-athletes, coaches, event staff, essential team and conference staff, TV network partners,…

(UPDATE:  This game, and the remainder of the 2020 Big Ten men’s basketball tournament has been canceled.) A lot was lost in the chaos and confusion at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Wednesday night. IU head coach Archie Miller secured his fist ever Big Ten Tournament win after an 89-64 triumph over Nebraska.  Indiana recorded its 20th win of the season.  And the Hoosiers likely avoided dropping out of the NCAA Tournament field by dodging a so-called “bad loss” by selection committee standards. While nothing feels certain until the ball tips, the Big Ten Tournament is expected to continue on Thursday…

Basketball took a backseat in Indianapolis on Wednesday night. With the coronavirus reaching global pandemic status, and the NBA suspending its season, many were concerned that the affliction was playing out on the court at the Big Ten Tournament. Nebraska head coach Fred Hoiberg was too ill to finish his team’s first round game against Indiana at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.  The Husker head coach was shown during the game on the Big Ten Network with his head down resting against his hand in the second half of the 89-64 IU win. Hoiberg was unable to finish the game and was…

Indiana head coach Archie Miller met with the media after an 89-64 Big Ten Tournament win over Nebraska on Wednesday night in Indianapolis. Due to developing concerns about the coronavirus, Indiana players were not available after the game. See also:  Final stats and highlights https://youtu.be/00vgAgCGjMo Video Credit – Big Ten You can follow us on Twitter:  @daily_hoosier Find us on Facebook:  thedailyhoosier The Daily Hoosier –“Where Indiana fans assemble when they’re not at Assembly” Seven ways to support completely free IU coverage at no additional cost to you.

Indiana head coach Archie Miller spoke to the media after an 89-64 win over Nebraska in the opening round of the Big Ten Tournament.  The transcript is below. Indiana is scheduled to play Penn State on Thursday evening at around 9 p.m. ET. See also:  Three keys, highlights and final game stats Big Ten Conference Men’s Basketball Tournament Wednesday March 11, 2020 Archie Miller Indiana Hoosiers  Indiana – 89, Nebraska – 64  THE MODERATOR: Coach, begin with an opening statement about the game.  ARCHIE MILLER: Credit to Nebraska. I thought they started the game ready to play, and we knew…

Indiana defeated Nebraska by a final score of 89-64 on Wednesday night in a first round Big Ten Tournament matchup at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The final stats from the game are below.  The three keys to the game and highlights will be added shortly.  The Hoosiers (20-12) will face No. 6 seed Penn State at approximately 9 p.m. ET on Thursday night. See also:  Archie Miller post-game transcript THREE KEYS TO THE GAME 1. Big run to close out first half.  Indiana started the game fast offensively, but a Nebraska switch to a zone defense had the Hoosiers…