By J.W. CALINGER ISL Correspondent Note: The author considers this an entirely tongue-in-cheek article. The views do not reflect the opinions of the editor or founder. OMAHA, Neb. — After watching highlights from the last few Presidential debates, I’ve come to the conclusion that both parties are in serious trouble. One party has an upstart […]
Continue ReadingISL’s Ben Fahrbach took photos at Purdue’s 41-13 loss to Minnesota. Purdue has lost four straight overall and eight straight in the Big Ten play. The Boilermakers have just two wins over FBS opponents during Darrell Hazell’s 3-year tenure. First, here are links to AP Sports Writer Michael Marot’s two stories on the game: Minnesota […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITH ISL Editor INDIANAPOLIS — With the preseason kicking off, and lots of new faces in the organization, there are plenty of story-lines to write about for the Indiana Pacers. It’s the familiar face, however, that should be getting the most attention. Pacers star Paul George has declared himself 100% healthy, and he […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITH ISL Editor Believe it or not, another NBA season is quickly approaching. With training camp just days away, the Indiana Pacers are setting their sights on a return to the playoffs. There are a lot of unknowns for this franchise in the upcoming season. Here are some questions Pacer fans have asked […]
Continue ReadingISL photographer Ben Fahrbach covered Purdue’s 51-24 loss to Virginia Tech. First. here is a link to AP’s Sports Writer Michael Marot’s look back at the game. Below are Fahrbach’s photos. www.twitter.com/CliffBrunt_ISL.
Continue ReadingBy J.W. CALINGER ISL Correspondent The ongoing discussion about the New England Patriots, regarding proven and alleged instances of cheating, is a fascinating psychological study with valuable insights into the way people act when accused of wrongdoing. Everyone from individuals to national governments have said exactly the same things as the Pats and their fans […]
Continue ReadingBen Fahrbach attended Purdue’s game against Indiana State on Saturday. Here is the collection of his photos, with story below: Austin Appleby threw four touchdown passes to help Purdue defeat Indiana State 38-14 last Saturday in a warmup for this week’s game against Virginia Tech. Appleby completed 20 of 34 passes for 289 yards. His […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITH ISL Editor After another alcohol-related incident within the Indiana Hoosiers men’s basketball program, another player has been given the boot. Sophomore Emmit Holt became the third member of the team to be dismissed from the program in the past four months. The program released the following statement: “Sophomore Emmitt Holt has been […]
Continue ReadingBy CLIFF BRUNT ISL Founder Former ISL assistant editor Doug Griffiths has teamed up with Gold and Black publisher Alan Karpick and Purdue assistant athletic director Tom Schott to write a book about Purdue athletics. Tales from the Purdue Boilermakers Locker Room, A Collection of the Greatest Boilermaker Stories Ever Told, is available at all […]
Continue ReadingBy CLIFF BRUNT ISL Founder I am sorry this is so long, but when you figure out what I’m doing, you will understand. For Christina’s 40th birthday (June 26), I’ve highlighted 40 instances in the 23-plus years I’ve known her where she sacrificed, made someone happy, helped someone or motivated someone else to serve or […]
Continue ReadingBy TYLER SMITH ISL Editor Like many other NBA executives, Pacers President of Basketball Operations Larry Bird has been hit or miss with his draft picks in the last decade. Let’s take a look at some of the more notable selections: Hits: Danny Granger (17th pick in 2005), Roy Hibbert (17th pick in 2008), Paul […]
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