The Hoosier Sound | IU Sports Podcast
We are the official podcast of IndianaHQ. Our mission and goal is simple: we want to bring in-depth analysis and coverage for Indiana University sports to as many fans as possible across a multitude of modern platforms. "The Hoosier Sound" was founded in 2017 by Noah Freeman and Matt Lukens who had a passion for all IU sports. The guys wanted to give listeners analysis of programs such as Indiana basketball, Indiana football, Indiana soccer, Indiana women's basketball, Indiana baseball, Indiana swim and dive, and more. We also do a daily IU sports news roundup called "Hoosier Sound-Off."
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January 2, 2026 • 77 mins
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We wanted Bama, we got Bama, and we crushed Bama. Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers routed the Crimson Tide, recording a historic 38-3 win, grabbing the program's first-ever Rose Bowl title. Fernando Mendoza was awesome, the running game was ferocious, and the defense was in full control.
Nithin and Matt recap the game from the key plays to the pro-Hoosier crowd in Pasadena. The...
We wanted Bama, we got Bama, and we crushed Bama. Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers routed the Crimson Tide, recording a historic 38-3 win, grabbing the program's first-ever Rose Bowl title. Fernando Mendoza was awesome, the running game was ferocious, and the defense was in full control.
Nithin and Matt recap the game from the key plays to the pro-Hoosier crowd in Pasadena. The...
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December 16, 2025 • 95 mins
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Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers are 13-0 and the No. 1 team in the country. Fernando Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy, and now IU looks ahead to Jan. 1 when they'll face either Alabama or Oklahoma in the Rose Bowl.
Nithin and Matt recap the Big Ten title game on a quarter-by-quarter basis, and they turn their focus to the CFP. Can IU win its first national title?
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Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers are 13-0 and the No. 1 team in the country. Fernando Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy, and now IU looks ahead to Jan. 1 when they'll face either Alabama or Oklahoma in the Rose Bowl.
Nithin and Matt recap the Big Ten title game on a quarter-by-quarter basis, and they turn their focus to the CFP. Can IU win its first national title?
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November 15, 2025 • 54 mins
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There's a ton of basketball still to be played this season, but what a win that was for the Hoosiers against Marquette. At a bare minimum, this year's Hoosiers are a major breath of fresh air compared to prior IU teams.
Nithin and Matt talk about what Darian DeVries has done right early in the season. How sustainable is IU's strong start? How do they stack up against other te...
There's a ton of basketball still to be played this season, but what a win that was for the Hoosiers against Marquette. At a bare minimum, this year's Hoosiers are a major breath of fresh air compared to prior IU teams.
Nithin and Matt talk about what Darian DeVries has done right early in the season. How sustainable is IU's strong start? How do they stack up against other te...
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November 13, 2025 • 68 mins
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Indiana is STILL undefeated.
Fernando Mendoza led a game-winning drive at Penn State that will go down in history. Omar Cooper Jr. finished it off, finding a little space in the back of the end zone to get a toe down and give IU its first ever win at PSU, 27-24.
What are our main takeaways from IU's win? It felt like this one had a little more emotion than any other win in Cur...
Indiana is STILL undefeated.
Fernando Mendoza led a game-winning drive at Penn State that will go down in history. Omar Cooper Jr. finished it off, finding a little space in the back of the end zone to get a toe down and give IU its first ever win at PSU, 27-24.
What are our main takeaways from IU's win? It felt like this one had a little more emotion than any other win in Cur...
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October 30, 2025 • 72 mins
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The Hoosiers are on fire.
There was no upset alert in Bloomington on Saturday, as IU demolished the Bruins, 56-6. Fernando Mendoza's Heisman march rolls into November with him as the favorite to win the award.
What are our main takeaways from IU's win? The guys play "Trick or Treat?" with a few big picture IUFB scenarios. Also, what are the key matchups for Indiana's game at M...
The Hoosiers are on fire.
There was no upset alert in Bloomington on Saturday, as IU demolished the Bruins, 56-6. Fernando Mendoza's Heisman march rolls into November with him as the favorite to win the award.
What are our main takeaways from IU's win? The guys play "Trick or Treat?" with a few big picture IUFB scenarios. Also, what are the key matchups for Indiana's game at M...
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October 13, 2025 • 72 mins
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Indiana is a college football powerhouse.
Very few teams go to Autzen Stadium in Eugene and come away victorious, but that's exactly what Indiana did on Saturday, beating the Ducks, 30-20.
IU made plays in all three phases of the game, Elijah Sarratt and Aiden Fisher were outstanding, and the Hoosiers are now 6-0 with a likely top-three ranking coming Sunday in the AP Poll. Th...
Indiana is a college football powerhouse.
Very few teams go to Autzen Stadium in Eugene and come away victorious, but that's exactly what Indiana did on Saturday, beating the Ducks, 30-20.
IU made plays in all three phases of the game, Elijah Sarratt and Aiden Fisher were outstanding, and the Hoosiers are now 6-0 with a likely top-three ranking coming Sunday in the AP Poll. Th...
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September 27, 2025 • 72 mins
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After an unforgettable primetime blowout of top-ten Illinois at Memorial Stadium, Indiana quickly turns its attention to a very tricky road game in Iowa City. Or is it all that difficult?
Nithin and Matt dive into all the aspects of No. 11 IU's matchup at Iowa. Where does IU have the biggest edge? What do you need to watch for on Saturday afternoon? Will this be another Cigne...
After an unforgettable primetime blowout of top-ten Illinois at Memorial Stadium, Indiana quickly turns its attention to a very tricky road game in Iowa City. Or is it all that difficult?
Nithin and Matt dive into all the aspects of No. 11 IU's matchup at Iowa. Where does IU have the biggest edge? What do you need to watch for on Saturday afternoon? Will this be another Cigne...
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September 20, 2025 • 61 mins
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The one we've been waiting for has finally arrived. The No. 9 Illini and No. 19 Hoosiers will go head-to-head at the better Memorial Stadium under the lights on Saturday on NBC.
Nithin and Matt summarize IU's 3-0 start and dive into all the key matchups. Which players need to step up? Where does Curt Cignetti's team have the advantage?
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The one we've been waiting for has finally arrived. The No. 9 Illini and No. 19 Hoosiers will go head-to-head at the better Memorial Stadium under the lights on Saturday on NBC.
Nithin and Matt summarize IU's 3-0 start and dive into all the key matchups. Which players need to step up? Where does Curt Cignetti's team have the advantage?
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September 1, 2025 • 76 mins
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The 2025 season is HERE. We were a part of Ant Wright's 2025 preseason Big Ten power poll, and if that's any indication of what to expect, buckle up. The Hoosiers take on ODU in week one, and it may not be all that comfortable.
What should you expect in the matchup against the Monarchs in week one? Also, the guys give their OFFICIAL 2025 record prediction and week one picks o...
The 2025 season is HERE. We were a part of Ant Wright's 2025 preseason Big Ten power poll, and if that's any indication of what to expect, buckle up. The Hoosiers take on ODU in week one, and it may not be all that comfortable.
What should you expect in the matchup against the Monarchs in week one? Also, the guys give their OFFICIAL 2025 record prediction and week one picks o...
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August 10, 2025 • 90 mins
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The 2025 season is about three weeks away, and EVERYONE is fired up about their team. Hoosier Nation feels the same way about Curt Cignetti's 2025 squad, even with a schedule that has four marquee games.
Where are we overhyping this IU team? Is anyone being underrated? How about the opponents on the 2025 schedule? Are any of them going to be tougher or easier than expected? N...
The 2025 season is about three weeks away, and EVERYONE is fired up about their team. Hoosier Nation feels the same way about Curt Cignetti's 2025 squad, even with a schedule that has four marquee games.
Where are we overhyping this IU team? Is anyone being underrated? How about the opponents on the 2025 schedule? Are any of them going to be tougher or easier than expected? N...
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One of Curt Cignetti's biggest victories this offseason was retaining defensive coordinator Bryant Haines. Heading into the 2025 season, Cignetti and Haines are in charge of a defense that has a TON of talent.
You know about Mikail Kamara, Aiden Fisher, and D'Angelo Ponds. Who else could make a big splash this upcoming season for the Hoosiers D?
There's a lot to discuss about ...
One of Curt Cignetti's biggest victories this offseason was retaining defensive coordinator Bryant Haines. Heading into the 2025 season, Cignetti and Haines are in charge of a defense that has a TON of talent.
You know about Mikail Kamara, Aiden Fisher, and D'Angelo Ponds. Who else could make a big splash this upcoming season for the Hoosiers D?
There's a lot to discuss about ...
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June 27, 2025 • 84 mins
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As IU gears up for a crucial 2025 season, the guys on the offensive side of the ball look to replicate a lot of their success from last year.
Curt Cignetti has a new QB1 in town, as Fernando Mendoza takes over for Kurtis Rourke. Roman Hemby, Lee Beebe, and Pat Coogan are among the vital new names that will aim to light up the scoreboard. What should you expect from the Hoosie...
As IU gears up for a crucial 2025 season, the guys on the offensive side of the ball look to replicate a lot of their success from last year.
Curt Cignetti has a new QB1 in town, as Fernando Mendoza takes over for Kurtis Rourke. Roman Hemby, Lee Beebe, and Pat Coogan are among the vital new names that will aim to light up the scoreboard. What should you expect from the Hoosie...
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June 23, 2025 • 61 mins
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Darian DeVries has gotten through most, if not all, of his first offseason. He started by securing his son Tucker's commitment, and a couple of days ago, grabbed Serbian freshman Aleksa Ristic.
What do we like and dislike from DeVries' decisions? What are some reasonable goals for IUBB in year one?
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Darian DeVries has gotten through most, if not all, of his first offseason. He started by securing his son Tucker's commitment, and a couple of days ago, grabbed Serbian freshman Aleksa Ristic.
What do we like and dislike from DeVries' decisions? What are some reasonable goals for IUBB in year one?
WEBSITE: https://www.indianahq.com/
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April 20, 2025 • 69 mins
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On Wednesday night, Darian DeVries got a double victory in the portal, with Jasai Miles (UNF) and Tayton Conerway (Troy) pledging to the Hoosiers. Miles and Conerway add to Indiana's backcourt, as IU continues to renovate their playing style for the upcoming season.
What do we think of the two additions? Are there realistic player comparisons for Miles and Conerway?
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On Wednesday night, Darian DeVries got a double victory in the portal, with Jasai Miles (UNF) and Tayton Conerway (Troy) pledging to the Hoosiers. Miles and Conerway add to Indiana's backcourt, as IU continues to renovate their playing style for the upcoming season.
What do we think of the two additions? Are there realistic player comparisons for Miles and Conerway?
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April 20, 2025 • 56 mins
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On Tuesday, Hoosier Nation received exciting news that Lamar Wilkerson chose Darian DeVries and IU over Kentucky. Wilkerson shot 44% from three last season for Sam Houston St.
What does Wilkerson's commitment signify for DeVries? How do we think DeVries has done in the portal through a month on the job?
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On Tuesday, Hoosier Nation received exciting news that Lamar Wilkerson chose Darian DeVries and IU over Kentucky. Wilkerson shot 44% from three last season for Sam Houston St.
What does Wilkerson's commitment signify for DeVries? How do we think DeVries has done in the portal through a month on the job?
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March 19, 2025 • 79 mins
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IU's month-long search has come to an end, as Scott Dolson officially named former Drake and WVU coach Darian DeVries as IU's 31st head coach on Tuesday afternoon.
Do we like the hire? What should DeVries' roster-building strategy look like? With the portal opening Monday, what should his top priorities be from day one? How high should expectations be for DeVries in year one ...
IU's month-long search has come to an end, as Scott Dolson officially named former Drake and WVU coach Darian DeVries as IU's 31st head coach on Tuesday afternoon.
Do we like the hire? What should DeVries' roster-building strategy look like? With the portal opening Monday, what should his top priorities be from day one? How high should expectations be for DeVries in year one ...
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March 8, 2025 • 59 mins
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After a productive trip to the Pacific Northwest, where the Hoosiers smacked Washington and barely fell short at Oregon (thanks, refs), IU comes back to Assembly Hall for the regular season finale. It's a big one, as the Hoosiers will take on the Buckeyes on Senior Day with both teams on the bubble. What are the keys to victory?
What lessons can IU learn from recent games to ...
After a productive trip to the Pacific Northwest, where the Hoosiers smacked Washington and barely fell short at Oregon (thanks, refs), IU comes back to Assembly Hall for the regular season finale. It's a big one, as the Hoosiers will take on the Buckeyes on Senior Day with both teams on the bubble. What are the keys to victory?
What lessons can IU learn from recent games to ...
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March 1, 2025 • 76 mins
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Are the Hoosiers playing their best basketball of the season right now? It certainly seems like it, as IU finished off a stretch of 11 straight Quad-I games with an inspiring win over rivals Purdue.
Nithin and Matt give their reactions to the win and how it impacts IU's March Madness case. The guys also dive into the IUBB head coaching search and what factors need to be consi...
Are the Hoosiers playing their best basketball of the season right now? It certainly seems like it, as IU finished off a stretch of 11 straight Quad-I games with an inspiring win over rivals Purdue.
Nithin and Matt give their reactions to the win and how it impacts IU's March Madness case. The guys also dive into the IUBB head coaching search and what factors need to be consi...
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February 2, 2025 • 64 mins
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It's been a frustrating season for the men's basketball team, as IU sits 68th in the NET rankings on the morning of January 28th. In year four, Mike Woodson has seen his team lose several games by large margins, as well as see one slip away vs. Maryland at home.
What are the underlying issues with IUBB? Who are some of the hot coaching names we'd like to see Scott Dolson purs...
It's been a frustrating season for the men's basketball team, as IU sits 68th in the NET rankings on the morning of January 28th. In year four, Mike Woodson has seen his team lose several games by large margins, as well as see one slip away vs. Maryland at home.
What are the underlying issues with IUBB? Who are some of the hot coaching names we'd like to see Scott Dolson purs...
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October 30, 2024 • 82 mins
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Curt Cignetti and the Indiana Hoosiers showed they can win games a different way on Saturday, leaning on a fierce defense and ruthless run game to dispatch Washington by multiple scores. GameDay was a movie, the atmosphere was unbelievable, and the team kept rolling.
Now, a road game in East Lansing awaits. What can you expect out of the Hoosiers? How likely is Kurtis Rourke ...
Curt Cignetti and the Indiana Hoosiers showed they can win games a different way on Saturday, leaning on a fierce defense and ruthless run game to dispatch Washington by multiple scores. GameDay was a movie, the atmosphere was unbelievable, and the team kept rolling.
Now, a road game in East Lansing awaits. What can you expect out of the Hoosiers? How likely is Kurtis Rourke ...
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