glen25+FollowCurt Cignetti finally cracks a smile after Indiana’s historic winSeeing Curt Cignetti beam after Indiana’s first-ever national football championship was almost as shocking as the Hoosiers’ perfect season. Known for his stone-faced focus on the sidelines, Cignetti’s rare grin—shared by linebacker Aiden Fisher—felt like the ultimate reward for fans who’ve watched him transform Indiana from a 3-9 team to the nation’s best in just two years. The coach says he keeps his cool to set the tone for his players, but this time, even he couldn’t hide his joy. What do you think: does a coach’s sideline demeanor really impact a team’s performance? #Sports #Football #IndianaHoosiers10Share
Chad Williams+FollowIndiana’s $10M price tag for football gloryIndiana just made history with its first-ever national football title, but the celebration comes with a hefty bill. Coach Curt Cignetti’s championship win triggered bonuses and contract renegotiations that will cost IU an extra $10 million—on top of the $20 million already spent on building the roster. That’s a massive investment for a program that’s never been on this stage before. Is a national title worth the price? Would you support your school spending big for a shot at glory, or should there be limits? Let’s hear your take on what success should cost in college sports. #Sports #Football #IndianaHoosiers00Share
Jeffrey Armstrong+FollowBloomington’s statue fever after Hoosiers’ winBloomington might need a bigger town square—after the Indiana Hoosiers’ wild national championship win, talk of statues for nearly every player and coach is taking over. From Curt Cignetti’s iconic sideline pose to Fernando Mendoza’s diving touchdown, fans are joking that Assembly Hall could turn into a football hall of fame overnight. Even Texas coach Steve Sarkisian chimed in, saying the 2025 Hoosiers deserve a statue. For a school known for basketball, this football moment is rewriting the town’s sports history. Who do you think deserves a statue most? #Sports #Football #IndianaHoosiers10Share
Michael Pitts+FollowIndiana’s Magnificent Seven Make HistoryHoosier Nation, how about those Magnificent Seven? Coach Cignetti and his loyal crew of James Madison transfers just flipped the script on college football, leading Indiana to a wild 16-0 run and a national title over Miami. From Kamara’s clutch plays to Black’s breakout runs, these underdogs proved heart and chemistry can outshine stars. Did anyone else get chills watching that blocked punt TD? This rivalry win is one for the ages! #Sports #Football #IndianaHoosiers00Share
glen25+FollowIndiana’s title run has a Cortland connectionOla Adams, who once coached the Red Dragons at SUNY Cortland, just helped lead Indiana to its first-ever national football championship. Adams started his coaching journey right here in Cortland before moving up the ranks to big programs like Penn State and even a stint with the Denver Broncos. Now, as part of Indiana’s staff, he’s celebrating a perfect 16-0 season and a national title. It’s wild to think someone who walked our local sidelines is now on top of the college football world. What does this kind of success story mean for small-town sports communities like ours? #Sports #Football #IndianaHoosiers00Share
John Camacho+FollowCurt Cignetti finally lets loose after Indiana winCurt Cignetti’s legendary poker face had everyone wondering if he ever actually enjoys coaching the Indiana Hoosiers—even after their wild national championship run. Turns out, he does! After the big win over Miami, Cignetti admitted to his daughter (and the world) that he was finally, truly happy. His reason for staying so stoic? He wants his players focused, no matter the moment. But behind closed doors, he celebrates with his staff—maybe even with a beer. Now that the season’s over, do you think Cignetti should show more emotion on the field, or is his style part of what makes him great? #Sports #Football #IndianaHoosiers00Share
Amy Williams+FollowIndiana vs Miami: Coaches Keep It CrypticDid anyone else catch the identical, no-nonsense answers from Coach Cignetti and Coach Cristobal before the Indiana-Miami showdown? Both just said winning would mean they’re national champs—nothing more. But let’s be real: for the Hoosiers, this would be a total Cinderella story, and for the Canes, it’s a shot at reclaiming old glory. Feels like both coaches are downplaying what could be a historic moment for their programs! #Sports #Football #IndianaHoosiers00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowIndiana hoops: Grit shines despite Michigan lossIndiana fans saw more than just another tough loss to Michigan last night—the Hoosiers showed real fight, even when the scoreboard looked bleak. After a rough start in both halves, IU clawed back, holding Michigan to just two field goals in the final six minutes. Tucker DeVries finally broke his shooting slump, hitting four threes late and leading the team with 15 points. Coach DeVries and the players are keeping spirits high, focusing on the progress and teamwork they’re building. With Rutgers up next, do you think IU can turn these flashes of promise into a much-needed win? #Sports #IndianaHoosiers #CollegeBasketball00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowIndiana’s cold start sinks hopes at MichiganIndiana basketball fans, that first five minutes felt brutal—no points, missed layups, and Michigan racing to a 19-4 lead. Losing Tayton Conerway to an ankle injury just two minutes in made things even tougher, forcing the Hoosiers to scramble with foul trouble and patchwork lineups. Tucker DeVries showed signs of breaking his slump, but it wasn’t enough to stop Michigan’s 50% shooting night. With four straight losses and still no Quad 1 win, what do you think needs to change for IU to turn things around? Let’s talk Hoosiers hoops! #Sports #IndianaHoosiers #CollegeBasketball00Share
Jay Williams+FollowMendoza’s Natty Flex: LinkedIn Over Locker Room?Hoosier Nation, what do we make of Fernando Mendoza updating his LinkedIn with “2026 National Champ MVP” before the confetti even settled? The kid just torched the Canes and brought home Indiana’s first natty, but fans are roasting him for going corporate instead of popping bottles. Is this business-major energy or just Mendoza being Mendoza? Either way, he’s now the Hoosiers’ GOAT—let him celebrate his way! #Sports #Football #IndianaHoosiers00Share
