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Open Thread: IU basketball travels to Michigan
IU basketball is on the road tonight in Ann Arbor to take on No. 3 Michigan at the Crisler Center. The Hoosiers are 1-3 in true road games this season. Today’s meeting with Michigan will be the 178th all-time meeting ... The post Open Thread: IU basketball travels to Michigan appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
First look: Where IU football stands in early top 25 rankings for 2026 season
IU football won its first national championship on Monday night, beating Miami (FL) at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Kickoff for the 2026 season is still more than seven months away, but early top 25 rankings from several ... The post First look: Where IU football stands in early top 25 rankings for 2026 season appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Video: Curt Cignetti, Aiden Fisher, Fernando Mendoza, Mikail Kamara and Pat Coogan reflect on CFP national championship
The morning after winning the CFP national championship game against Miami (FL) at Hard Rock Stadium, IU football’s Curt Cignetti, Aiden Fisher, Fernando Mendoza, Mikail Kamara and Pat Coogan addressed the media to reflect on the win against Miami (FL). ... The post Video: Curt Cignetti, Aiden Fisher, Fernando Mendoza, Mikail Kamara and Pat Coogan reflect on CFP national championship appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Reports: Alberto Mendoza entering transfer portal, strength and conditioning coach Derek Owings departing for Tennessee
Less than 12 hours removed from its national championship win against Miami (FL) on Monday night, IU football has a pair of holes to fill for next fall. According to multiple reports, backup quarterback Alberto Mendoza, the brother of Heisman ... The post Reports: Alberto Mendoza entering transfer portal, strength and conditioning coach Derek Owings departing for Tennessee appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
IU football national championship win ushers in ‘starting point for the dynasty’
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The aroma of cigars permeated the home locker room. Music blared as Indiana players, coaches and staff celebrated, donning their new ‘National Champion’ apparel. The scene of emotional embraces after a program-altering win, unfathomable just two ... The post IU football national championship win ushers in ‘starting point for the dynasty’ appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
What to Expect: IU basketball travels to Michigan
IU basketball, currently on a three-game losing streak, hits the road tonight to take on No. 3 Michigan at the Crisler Center. The Wolverines, under second-year coach and IU graduate Dusty May, are 16-1 overall and 6-1 in Big Ten ... The post What to Expect: IU basketball travels to Michigan appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Video: Curt Cignetti, IU players react to CFP national championship win
Curt Cignetti, Aiden Fisher, Fernando Mendoza and Mikail Kamara addressed the media following IU football’s 27-21 win against Miami (FL) in the College Football Playoff national championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Watch their postgame reaction below: The post Video: Curt Cignetti, IU players react to CFP national championship win appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Photo Gallery: IU football vs. Miami (FL)
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – Check out 43 photos by Jamie Owens from Indiana’s 27-21 win against Miami (FL) in the CFP national championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Purchase prints from J. Scott Photography. The post Photo Gallery: IU football vs. Miami (FL) appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
IU football beats Miami, wins first-ever national championship
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – On a gloomy day on the first of December 2023, a 62-year-old from Western Pennsylvania stepped off a private jet in Bloomington, Indiana. With him, he had a blueprint and a plan to lead Indiana, the ... The post IU football beats Miami, wins first-ever national championship appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Instant recap: Indiana 27, Miami (FL) 21
Quick thoughts on IU football’s 27-21 win against Miami (FL) in the CFP national championship at Hard Rock Stadium in front of 67,227 fans: Key moments in IU’s win Hoosiers get on the board with a field goal After a ... The post Instant recap: Indiana 27, Miami (FL) 21 appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Open Thread: IU football battles Miami (FL) in CFP national championship game
IU football will try to complete a perfect season tonight against Miami (FL) in the College Football Playoff national championship game. The No. 1 Hoosiers will face No. 10 Miami at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Whether you’re ... The post Open Thread: IU football battles Miami (FL) in CFP national championship game appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
“We’re not satisfied just being here”: IU football focused on the moment
MIAMI – As Indiana wrapped up practice at Florida International University on Saturday night, the weight of the moment settled in. For some Hoosiers, it was the realization that the session marked their final practice in an Indiana uniform — ... The post “We’re not satisfied just being here”: IU football focused on the moment appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Film Session: How Bennett Stirtz dominated Indiana
In Indiana’s loss to Iowa on Saturday afternoon, Bennett Stirtz dominated the Hoosiers. While Stirtz posted 27 points and five assists, it was his ability to pick apart and read Indiana’s defense, particularly taking what was there with surgical efficiency ... The post Film Session: How Bennett Stirtz dominated Indiana appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Game preview: IU football clashes with Miami (FL) in CFP national championship game
MIAMI – No. 1 Indiana football plays its final game on Monday night against No. 10 Miami (FL) in the national championship game of the College Football Playoff. The Hoosiers walloped No. 5 Oregon 56-22 in the Peach Bowl on ... The post Game preview: IU football clashes with Miami (FL) in CFP national championship game appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Video: Curt Cignetti, Mario Cristobal preview CFP national championship at Hard Rock Stadium
Curt Cignetti and Mario Cristobal addressed the media Sunday morning to preview Monday’s CFP national championship between Indiana and Miami (FL) at Hard Rock Stadium. Watch the full press conference below: The post Video: Curt Cignetti, Mario Cristobal preview CFP national championship at Hard Rock Stadium appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
6-Banner Sunday: IU football set for CFP national championship game against Miami (FL)
Welcome to another edition of 6-Banner Sunday, a joint production between The Assembly Call and Inside the Hall, where we highlight the five most essential IU sports stories of the past week. Football’s run in the College Football Playoff will come to an ... The post 6-Banner Sunday: IU football set for CFP national championship game against Miami (FL) appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
‘It’s all them’: IU football’s ‘hoggies’ turn chemistry into on-field success
MIAMI – As a seasoned veteran in the profession, Indiana offensive line coach Bob Bostad recognizes the tendencies of a group that truly works as a unit. He knows the product on the field isn’t built solely during practice. It’s ... The post ‘It’s all them’: IU football’s ‘hoggies’ turn chemistry into on-field success appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Five takeaways from IU basketball’s loss to Iowa
IU basketball lost its third straight game, falling 74-57 on Saturday afternoon to Iowa at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Here are five takeaways from the loss to the Hawkeyes: Indiana’s second-half woes continue in third straight loss For a third ... The post Five takeaways from IU basketball’s loss to Iowa appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
The Minute After: Iowa
Thoughts on a 74-57 loss to the Hawkeyes: Losers of three straight, Iowa came to Bloomington on a mission and succeeded. Save for a few fleeting moments, the Hawkeyes controlled this game from end to end and made Indiana play ... The post The Minute After: Iowa appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Video: Darian DeVries, IU players react to loss to Iowa
Darian DeVries, Sam Alexis and Tayton Conerway addressed the media following IU basketball’s 74-57 loss to Iowa on Saturday at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Watch their postgame reaction below: The post Video: Darian DeVries, IU players react to loss to Iowa appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
At the Buzzer: Iowa 74, Indiana 57
Quick thoughts on a 74-57 loss to Iowa: How it happened It was an ugly start on Saturday for Indiana at Assembly Hall against Iowa. With students back in town and decent juice in the building for an early afternoon ... The post At the Buzzer: Iowa 74, Indiana 57 appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Video: Curt Cignetti media availability at CFP national championship game media day
Curt Cignetti addressed the media on Saturday at media day for Monday’s CFP national championship game. Watch the full media availability with Cignetti below: Additional media availabilities from today in Miami are available on our YouTube channel. The post Video: Curt Cignetti media availability at CFP national championship game media day appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Open Thread: IU basketball hosts Iowa
IU basketball looks to snap a two-game losing streak when it hosts Iowa this afternoon at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. The Hawkeyes are 12-5 and 2-4 in the Big Ten. Today’s meeting with Iowa will be the 191st all-time meeting ... The post Open Thread: IU basketball hosts Iowa appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
POTB 554: Rick Bozich previews IU-Miami (FL) in the CFP national championship game
Podcast on the Brink is back for a new episode with host Alex Bozich of Inside the Hall. On this episode, Bozich is joined by Rick Bozich to preview IU football’s CFP national championship matchup against Miami (FL). Listen to this week’s ... The post POTB 554: Rick Bozich previews IU-Miami (FL) in the CFP national championship game appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
Avoiding distractions, IU football treats national title game like any other game
While recovering in the training room in the bowels of Memorial Stadium this week, senior tight end Riley Nowakowski noticed something that needed to change. Sports talk shows on television were previewing Indiana’s next game — the national championship against ... The post Avoiding distractions, IU football treats national title game like any other game appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .