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sports17 days ago•5 min saved

Purdue's new AD backtracks on rival jab after cringe-worthy intro

Purdue’s newly appointed athletic director Tommy McClelland apologizes for an offhand jab at in-state rival Indiana during his introductory press conference, saying the remark landed poorly and he knew the moment it left his mouth. He clarified the comment on The Pat McAfee Show, framed rivalries as a key part of college athletics, and emphasized he will set a high standard to raise Purdue’s program, even as the football team has struggled (3-21 in the past two years) and the goal remains championships.

via awfulannouncing.com|

#college-athletics #indiana #purdue

sports19 days ago•32 min saved

Purdue’s New AD McClelland Fires Championship jab at Indiana

New Purdue athletic director Tommy McClelland used his introductory press conference to jab at Indiana, declaring, ‘If you don’t want to win championships, go to Indiana,’ while pledging to put student-athletes at the center and pursue championships. McClelland, formerly Rice’s athletic director and a former Vanderbilt deputy AD, is framed against Purdue–Indiana history, noting Indiana’s recent football prominence and Purdue’s long-standing series lead and Big Ten legacy. The two programs are set to meet on November 28 in what will be the season finale for both teams.

via On3|

#athletic-director #college-football #indiana

sports19 days ago•5 min saved

Purdue's New AD Kicks Off With a Championship Jab at Indiana

Purdue’s new athletic director Tommy McClelland opened his tenure with a tongue-in-cheek jab at Indiana—“If you don’t want to win championships, go to Indiana”—in his introductory news conference, a remark Purdue called jest. The quip comes as Indiana currently leads the football rivalry, with the Hoosiers outscoring Purdue 122-3 over the last two seasons, and amid Purdue’s broader push to boost revenue to fund a competitive football program under coach Barry Odom. The piece also contrasts IU’s Curt Cignetti era, Purdue basketball success, and McClelland’s plans to grow resources across the athletics department.

via The New York Times|

#athletic-director #college-football #indiana

sports19 days ago•1 min saved

Purdue's New AD Takes a Rivalry Shot During Introductory Press Conference

Purdue introduced its new athletic director, Tommy McClelland, who used his introductory press conference to jab at rival Indiana with a 'win championships' remark, drawing mixed reactions as he pledges to raise Purdue athletics; Indiana has recent bragging rights in football and basketball and has won the last two Old Oaken Bucket games 122-3.

via Bleacher Report|

#athletic-director #indiana #press-conference

baseball3 months ago•14 min saved

Levu's Ninth-Inning Walk-Off Sac Fly Sends No. 1 UCLA to Big Ten Semis

Mulivai Levu's walk-off sacrifice fly in the bottom of the ninth capped UCLA's 4-3 comeback win over Purdue in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals, sending the No. 1 Bruins to the semifinals against USC. UCLA erased a 3-0 deficit with an eighth-inning rally that included Roman Martin's RBI triple and Payton Brennan's RBI single to tie the game at 3-3, then Levu delivered the decisive hit on his 2-for-3 night as Easton Hawk and the bullpen closed it out.

via uclabruins.com|

#baseball #big-ten-tournament #levu

sports3 months ago•5 min saved

NBC sticks with Peacock-exclusive Notre Dame game in 2026, Purdue eyed as likely pick

Notre Dame's 2026 schedule includes seven NBC home games plus one Peacock-exclusive game that hasn't been officially announced yet. The most likely Peacock game is the Sept. 26 matchup at Purdue, consistent with NBC’s Big Ten alignment, though Navy at Foxborough is also a possible neutral-site option; NBC says the Peacock game will be revealed soon.

via Awful Announcing|

#college-football #nbc-sports #notre-dame-fighting-irish

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

Gators' 7'9 Center Olivier Rioux Enters Transfer Portal, Eyes New Destinations

Florida's 7'9 center Olivier Rioux, the tallest player in March Madness history, has entered the NCAA transfer portal after two seasons with the Gators, with Purdue, Florida Atlantic and Arizona State listed as potential destinations for more playing time and development.

via Bleacher Report|

#college-basketball #florida-gators #olivier-rioux

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

Barkley Critiques Arizona's Effort as Purdue Surges to Halftime Lead

At halftime of Purdue vs. Arizona, Charles Barkley criticized Arizona's first-half effort, pointing to Purdue’s edge on the boards and Arizona’s shooting struggles. Purdue closed the half strong with strong defense and multi-shot opportunities, while Arizona’s Bradley and Krivas have to elevate their play for a comeback. The Wildcats need to win the paint and curb Purdue’s pace if they want to stay competitive in the game.

via Zona Zealots|

#arizona #basketball #college-basketball

sports4 months ago•17 min saved

Arizona punches its Final Four ticket, ending a 25-year drought with Purdue

Arizona defeated Purdue 79-64 in the Elite Eight in San Jose to reach its first Final Four in 25 years, with coach Tommy Lloyd cutting down the nets and Koa Peat fueling the second-half surge as Purdue’s night ended with Braden Smith walking off in defeat.

via AP News|

#arizona #basketball #final-four

sports4 months ago•15 min saved

Arizona storms into Final Four with late surge over Purdue

Arizona trailed Purdue by seven at halftime but exploded for a 48-26 second half to advance to the Final Four for the first time since 2001. Coach Tommy Lloyd emphasized a player-led locker room and effective halftime adjustments, while players praised defense on Purdue’s guards, the team’s togetherness, and the support from a passionate Tucson crowd as they prepare for Indiana. Koa Peat and other Wildcats were highlighted for delivering in key moments as Arizona cemented its historic run.

via Arizona Desert Swarm|

#arizona #basketball #final-four

sports5 months ago•13 min saved

Arizona Breaks 25-Year Final Four Drought with Second-Half Rally Over Purdue

Arizona erased a seven-point halftime deficit and pulled away in the second half to defeat Purdue 79-64, earning a long-awaited Final Four berth for the first time since 2001. Freshman Koa Peat led the effort with 20 points as Arizona controlled the paint and sealed the win, setting up a possible showdown with Michigan or Tennessee in Indianapolis. Purdue’s trio of seniors—Loyer, Smith, and Kaufman-Renn—also wrote a memorable chapter, ending their era as they exit the tournament.

via CBS Sports|

#arizona #elite-eight #final-four

sports5 months ago•4 min saved

Boilermakers Tackle Arizona in a Slow-Tempo, Experience-Driven Preview

Purdue faces KenPom No. 1 Arizona in a high-stakes showdown that should favor Purdue’s experience if they can slow the pace and control the boards. The piece outlines Arizona’s young, talented roster, Purdue’s veteran rotation led by Braden Smith, and suggests a grind-it-out game that pairs Purdue’s set defense with limiting fast-breaks, trading 2-pointers for Purdue’s 3s, to keep the game within reach and potentially pull off an upset.

via hammerandrails.com|

#arizona #college-basketball #kenpom

sports5 months ago•10 min saved

Michigan Tops Elite Eight Championship Odds in 2026 March Madness

Eight teams remain in the 2026 NCAA men’s tournament, ranked by national championship odds from No. 1 to No. 8: Michigan, Arizona, Duke, Illinois, Purdue, UConn, Iowa, and Tennessee. The Elite Eight matchups are Illinois vs Iowa and Arizona vs Purdue in one region, and Michigan vs Tennessee and Duke vs UConn in the other. The piece highlights Michigan’s ceiling, Arizona’s balance and dominance, and notes Duke’s injuries, Illinois’ peak form, Purdue’s high-powered offense, UConn’s strong coaching with some inconsistency, Iowa’s grind-heavy style led by Stirtz, and Tennessee’s rebounding toughness as factors shaping the title race.

via SB Nation|

#arizona #duke #illinois

sports5 months ago•6 min saved

Purdue’s veteran edge to test Arizona in a tight Elite Eight showdown

A Purdue expert argues the Boilermakers must slow the game to counter Arizona’s offense, relying on a veteran core—Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer, and Trey Kaufman-Renn—to guide them. After a clunky 4-for-20 from three against Texas, Purdue’s improved defense and pace control give them a real chance to advance, with a predicted final score of 78-75 in favor of Purdue, signaling a potential return to the Final Four driven by experience and efficient ball movement.

via azdesertswarm.com|

#arizona #braden-smith #ncaa-tournament

sports5 months ago•9 min saved

Last-second Tip-In Sparks Purdue Past Texas as Arizona Cruises in Sweet 16

Purdue edged Texas 79-77 on Trey Kaufman-Renn’s last-second tip-in to reach the Elite Eight, capping a dramatic Sweet 16 run; Arizona routed Arkansas 109-88 to advance to the regional final; Houston was held to 65-55 by Illinois in a disappointing exit for the top-seeded Cougars; the piece also highlights standout performances, cheers/jeers, and previews Friday’s schedule.

via sbnation.com|

#arizona #houston #note