Kicker Shane Andrus returns for tryout with Indianapolis Colts for 4th straight yearINDIANAPOLIS — Kicker Shane Andrus is back for a tryout with the Indianapolis Colts for the fourth straight year. NCAA clarifies block-charge call, expands use of replay in men’s basketballINDIANAPOLIS — An NCAA committee has approved three rules changes intended to clarify block-charge calls, who can shoot free throws after an injury and the expanded use of replay. 3-time Indy champion Castroneves becomes 3-time winner at Texas after 3rd cautionFORT WORTH, Texas — Helio times three. NCAA discusses Memphis’ possible violations, expects decision in 6-8 weeksINDIANAPOLIS — The NCAA met with Memphis officials on Saturday to discuss major violations and the school must now wait at least six weeks for a ruling on whether its 38 wins from the 2007-08 season will count. No regrets for Franchitti, who returns from NASCAR to success again in IndyCar SeriesFORT WORTH, Texas — Dario Franchitti knew immediately when he hopped back into the cockpit of an open-wheel car what he had missed — and had taken for granted. Racing, auto industry mogul Penske brings track record of success to SaturnRoger Penske never made it big as a race car driver. As a businessman, however, he regularly leaves the competition in the dust. Manning satisfied with Colts’ answers after recent discussions about coaching staffINDIANAPOLIS — Peyton Manning is satisfied with what he’s hearing from the Colts about the roles of retired assistants Tom Moore and Howard Mudd. Colts’ Vinatieri has hip surgery but is expected to be ready for start of regular seasonINDIANAPOLIS — Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri had surgery on his right hip this week and is expected to be ready for the regular season. Pacers G Mike Dunleavy has minor arthroscopic surgery on his left hipINDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Pacers guard Mike Dunleavy has had minor arthroscopic surgery on his left hip. Economics 101: NCAA trimming costs, suspending dues to help schools cope with recessionINDIANAPOLIS — The NCAA wants to give schools an economic break. Pirates recall right-handed reliever, former Yankee prospect Steven JacksonPITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates recalled right-handed reliever Steven Jackson from Triple-A Indianapolis on Monday. Indy 500 winner Castroneves riding momentum in search of first IndyCar championship,WEST ALLIS, Wis. — Relaxed and clear-eyed, Helio Castroneves showed up at the Milwaukee Mile on Friday ready for his next big challenge — trying to hold on to the momentum from his third Indianapolis 500 win and use it as a launching pad to his first IndyCar Series championship. |