As the game of basketball evolves, skilled big men have become more and more valued at the college and professional levels. Perhaps as much as anyone in the class of 2020, Minnesota based top 30 forward Dawson Garcia fits very well into the modern positionless game. Whether you call him a skilled big, versatile, stretch four, or point forward, one thing has become clear in recent months — Garcia is highly valued at Indiana University. In fact, he is the last offered class of 2020 target currently on the board for the Hoosiers. As they look to fill their last…
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The 2019-20 Indiana University men’s basketball season is right around the corner. To help get you ready, The Daily Hoosier is profiling every player on the 2019-20 IU roster. You can see all of our player profiles in one place here. If you are looking for the 2019-20 IU basketball schedule, you can find that here. When it comes to previewing the season, it’s best to save the true freshmen for last. Narratives can change quickly, and that’s exactly what happened after Sunday’s closed scrimmage against Marquette. With Devonte Green and Rob Phinisee unable to participate, Armaan Franklin got an…
Indiana head coach Tom Allen is becoming a more and more requested interview as the 2019 season trends in the right direction. The Hoosier head coach gave an interview on the Big Ten Network on Thursday to discuss a number of topics including Saturday’s game against Nebraska. IU (5-2, 2-2) and the Huskers kick off on Saturday at 3:30 Eastern. https://youtu.be/4dz7ONzPKtA Video Credit – BTN 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 football coach Tom Allen gave his final public comments regarding this weekend’s game at Nebraska on Thursday. The third year leader of the IU program said this regarding the status of starting quarterback Michael Penix: “He’s been able to practice, so we’ll see, game-time decision. We’ll know at kickoff.” Allen added that Penix has been able to participate in “most” of this week’s practice activities. If the past is any indication, Penix appears likely to play this weekend. During his prior injury situation earlier in the season, Penix played during the first week (Michigan State) that he practiced.…
(See also: Dawson Garcia Indiana Official Visit Primer) While Indiana natives proudly proclaim that the Hoosier State is the country’s per capita cradle of basketball talent, another state within the Big Ten’s borders is at least challenging that notion. Minnesota has produced a significant amount of high major level players in recent years, and at the heart of it is that state’s top AAU program — D1 Minnesota. Current Hoosier Race Thompson came from D1 Minnesota, as did former 2019 recruiting target Matthew Hurt and a host of other players that Indiana has shown interest in. IU has something of…
Indiana football head coach Tom Allen joined IU legend Don Fischer on their weekly radio show to review the win over Maryland and preview Nebraska. IU players Nathanael Snyder and Ahrod Lloyd joined Fischer for the final segment. Indiana and Nebraska kick off at 3:30 Eastern at Lincoln on Saturday. (Advance the video to 3:30 in and turn off mute on the video itself) https://www.facebook.com/IndianaFootball/videos/518342699012253/ Video Credit – IU Athletics 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…
Indiana (5-2, 2-2) and Nebraska (4-3, 2-2) face off this Saturday in Lincoln at 3:30 Eastern. Coming off a bye, Husker head coach Scott Frost and his coordinators have all spoken about IU this week. Frost met with the media on Monday following practice to talk about their bye week, Indiana, and more. His initial comments relate to running back Mo Washington, who will not play this weekend. On the season, Washington has carried 50 times for 298 yards and one touchdown, and caught 12 passes for 162 yards and two touchdowns. He is Nebraska’s third leading rusher behind Dedrick…
The 2019-20 Indiana University men’s basketball season is right around the corner. To help get you ready, The Daily Hoosier is profiling every player on the 2019-20 IU roster. You can see all of our player profiles in one place here. If you are looking for the 2019-20 IU basketball schedule, you can find that here. From a story of disappointment, fear, and what could have been, to once again, what could be. Jerome Hunter could have never imagined how his freshman season at Indiana was going to turn out. An emerging star during the preseason with a clear significant…
As another season of professional basketball begins, several former Indiana stars are either beginning or continuing their careers at the next level. Below is a summary of former IU men’s basketball players competing in the NBA, the G-League, or overseas. We acknowledge the Twitter handle @ProBallHoosiers for bringing the status of several of these players to our attention. That account is a great follow for the day to day activities of all former IU athletes playing professional sports. HOOSIERS IN THE NBA As the 2019-20 NBA season begins, eight former Hoosiers are on opening day rosters. OG Anunoby – Toronto After…
Indiana quarterback Peyton Ramsey met with the media on Monday after leading IU to a 34-28 win over Maryland last weekend. Among several topics, Ramsey discussed the challenges of transitioning from the starter to the backup role. See also: Tom Allen previews Nebraska. https://youtu.be/G_Wl_3lejUo Video Credit – Jim Coyle / Indiana Sports Beat 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.