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Mingo recognized by CWSA

Ross Bolin — Thu, 23 May 2013 22:21:27 GMT

The Collegiate Women Sports Awards will present Purdue University women's basketball player, Drey Mingo with the Honda Inspiration Award.

Purdue football update

Ross Bolin — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:25:07 GMT

The Big Ten Conference has announced that Purdue's Sept. 28 Family Day/Homecoming/Varsity P game against Northern Illinois will begin at noon ET. The television partner airing the game has not been determined.

Varsho named Academic All-American

Ross Bolin — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:15:01 GMT

Junior outfielder Andie Varsho has added another title to her already impressive resume and season, that of Academic All-American as the Chili, Wis., garnered Capitol One third team honors on Thursday.

Pacers nipped in OT by Heat

Mike Cleff — Thu, 23 May 2013 04:09:32 GMT

LeBron James hits layup at buzzer to lift Miami Heat to 103-102 overtime win over Indiana Pacers in Game One of Eastern Conference Finals.

Play suspended at NCAA Championships

Ross Bolin — Thu, 23 May 2013 02:18:43 GMT

The second round of the 2013 NCAA Women's Golf Championships was suspended at approximately 8:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday evening with four groups remaining on the course.

High School scores from May 22

Ross Bolin — Thu, 23 May 2013 02:02:07 GMT

Scores reported from area high school games played Wednesday, May 22.

Brian Urlacher announces retirement

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:20:17 GMT

The eight-time Pro Bowler announced his retirement through social media accounts Wednesday.

Pacers vs Heat Preview

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:11:57 GMT

Indiana took Miami to six games last season, leading the series 2-1 at one point, and left an impact on the Heat with words, actions and play. The series was always physical, at times bloody, and it took some superb efforts by Wade and James for Miami to put the Pacers away.

Irsay to match Okla. relief donations

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:54:31 GMT

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay says he will match all donations made to the Red Cross through the Colts up to $25,000.

Former Boiler excelling as Colts GM

Mike Cleff — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:03:22 GMT

Indianapolis Colts General Manager and former Boilermaker Ryan Grigson talks to WLFI Sports Director Mike Cleff about his appreciation for Purdue.

Area runners compete at regional track

Mike Cleff — Wed, 22 May 2013 04:06:38 GMT

Several area track and field student-athletes qualify for state meet by excelling at regional meet Tuesday at West Lafayette.

Within striking distance

Ross Bolin — Wed, 22 May 2013 02:36:30 GMT

The seventh-ranked Purdue women’s golf team used a strong finish in the first round of the 2013 NCAA Division I Women’s Golf Championships to move into a tie for fifth place on Tuesday in Athens, Ga.

Scoreboard on May 21

Caleb Martin — Wed, 22 May 2013 02:27:43 GMT

Check out scores that were reported on Tuesday, May 21.

Four Boilers honored by Big Ten

Caleb Martin — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:47:09 GMT

Purdue's Josh Estill, Kyle Johnson, Jordan Minch and Kyle Wood were named to the Big Ten All-Freshman team on Tuesday.

Lindblom returns to Triple-A

Caleb Martin — Tue, 21 May 2013 03:28:54 GMT

Harrison graduate and former Purdue pitcher Josh Lindblom made his first start in major league baseball on Monday night with the Texas Rangers.

Boudia qualifies for worldwide meets

Caleb Martin — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:59:01 GMT

David Boudia and MacKenzie Tweardy, Purdue divers past and present, both qualified for an upcoming worldwide competition with their performances at USA Diving’s World Championships and World University Games Trials.

Scoreboard on May 20

Caleb Martin — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:38:44 GMT

Check out scores that were reported on Monday, May 20.

Martin's Moments May 19

Caleb Martin — Mon, 20 May 2013 01:24:38 GMT

Check out the best plays this week in Martin's Moments.

One driver bumped from Indy 500 field

Mon, 20 May 2013 00:21:08 GMT

Michel Jourdain Jr. was the only driver who failed to make the Indianapolis 500 field during Bump Day qualifying Sunday.

Pacers close out Knicks

Sun, 19 May 2013 03:49:56 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.

Iowa sweeps Purdue at Alexander Field

Ross Bolin — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:59:04 GMT

Limited to one hit through eight innings, Purdue baseball scored four times and had the tying run on base in the ninth before the rally came up short as Iowa completed a series sweep, 5-4, in the season finale for both teams Saturday afternoon at Alexander Field.

Unfinished business

Ross Bolin — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:53:03 GMT

Sectional softball begins next week and the Delphi Oracles have some unfinished business. After winning back to back sectional titles in 2011 & 2012, the Oracles were bounced in the first round last year by the Carroll Cougars.

Freeney signs with Chargers

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:20:48 GMT

The San Diego Chargers agreed Saturday to a two-year deal with aging star pass rusher Dwight Freeney that could be worth $13.35 million.

Logansport claims sectional title

Caleb Martin — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:15:43 GMT

Logansport's girls tennis team claimed its third straight sectional title on Saturday with a 3-2 win over Lewis-Cass.

High School scores from May 18th

Ross Bolin — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:20:57 GMT

Scores reported from area high school games played Saturday, May 18.

Raiders on the wall

Ross Bolin — Sat, 18 May 2013 03:47:31 GMT

The Harrison Raiders defeated the three-time defending sectional champion West Lafayette Red Devils 5-0 for its second sectional championship in program history on Friday afternoon.

Baseball & softball scores from May 17

Ross Bolin — Sat, 18 May 2013 02:52:37 GMT

Scores reported from area high school games played Friday, May 17.

Pacers lose Game Five to Knicks

Mike Cleff — Fri, 17 May 2013 04:10:44 GMT

Indiana Pacers drop Game Five of Eastern Conference Semifinals to New York Knicks 85-75 Thursday at Madison Square Garden.

Tippecanoe County Amphitheater to host

Mike Cleff — Fri, 17 May 2013 03:55:33 GMT

Legal Aid Corporation of Tippecanoe County non-profit group to host 5K run-walk benefit Saturday, May 18 at Tippecanoe County Amphitheater Park.

Scores & results from May 16th

Ross Bolin — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:43:15 GMT

Scores reported from area high school contests played Thursday, May 16.