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Indiana Fever guards Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell named to 2026 AP All-WNBA First Team

OurSportsCentral reports, citing an Indiana Fever news release published Sept. 27, 2026, that guards Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell were named to the Associated Press All-WNBA First Team. The linked report says Clark was also named AP Comeback Player of the Year and that Mitchell set a single-season scoring record with 1,086 points.

Colts seek first win at Lucas Oil Stadium in Week 3 as tackling woes, injuries shape game plan

The Indianapolis Colts host the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium on 2026-09-27 at 1:00 p.m., entering Week 3 at 0-2. The team is focused on fixing missed tackles and defensive breakdowns while managing receiver injury questions that could affect Sunday's game plan.

Joey Logano awarded pole at Kansas after practice and qualifying canceled

Practice and qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway were canceled due to drizzle and mist on Sept. 26, 2026; Joey Logano was awarded the pole via NASCAR's metric system. Logano’s pole is listed as his 36th career pole and third of the 2026 season.

Texans at Colts: What to watch for

Colts officially place wide receiver Alec Pierce on IR

Colts warn fans: I-65/I-70 construction and downtown street closures to affect travel Sept. 25–28, 2026

The Indianapolis Colts on Sept. 26, 2026 issued a gameday traffic advisory saying construction on I-65 and I-70 plus downtown road closures will affect travel to Lucas Oil Stadium. The advisory cites planned impacts from Sept. 25 at 9 p.m. through Sept. 28 at 5 a.m. and notes Capitol Ave is closed between Maryland and South streets.

Colts sign WR Anthony Gould to 53-man roster from practice squad, place WR Alec Pierce on injured reserve, elevate WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine to active roster from practice squad

Roof and window to be open for Colts game vs. Texans on Sunday

Caden Kvapil wins VSCU 300 at Martinsville Speedway (Sept. 26, 2026)

Caden Kvapil won the ValleyStar Credit Union (VSCU) 300 Late Model Stock Car feature at Martinsville Speedway on September 26, 2026, holding off late challengers in an overtime finish. The 200-lap race paid $20,000 to the feature winner and featured multiple cautions and close door-to-door battles.

Lucas Oil Stadium's roof open for Colts' matchup with Texans on Sunday

Tristan McKee sets Martinsville late-model qualifying record; heat race lineups set for 2026 ValleyStar 300

FloRacing published qualifying results and unofficial heat-race lineups for the 2026 ValleyStar Credit Union 300 at Martinsville Speedway, reporting Tristan McKee set a new Late Model stock car qualifying record at 19.550 seconds; McKee and three others will start on the poles of the four heats.

Ryan Blaney calls Bristol run‑in 'definitely unlike me,' says NASCAR made right call

At Kansas Speedway on Sept. 25, 2026, Ryan Blaney said his confrontation with Carson Hocevar at Bristol “slowly built” over several weeks and was “definitely unlike me,” praised NASCAR’s choice not to penalize the incident, and affirmed he’ll continue racing hard while sixth in the Chase, 52 points back.

Downtown Indianapolis expects surge in visitors as weekend events promise boost for local businesses

Downtown Indy Inc. told WISH-TV it expects tens of thousands of visitors for a weekend packed with events — from Zoo Boo and an international violin competition to pro sports, WWE programming and the 42nd Circle City Classic — and local operators say the gatherings increase spending on lodging, food and retail.

Cheers! Colts’ Matt Goncalves will appeal NFL fine for ‘having a good time'

INDYCAR names five drivers whose 2026 standings understated their season-long competitiveness

INDYCAR staff highlighted five drivers from the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES whose final points positions did not reflect strong runs during the year, citing podiums, laps led and race leads that were offset by bad luck, mechanical failures or injury.

Colts rule out WR Ashton Dulin for Week 3 game vs. Texans

Colts head coach Shane Steichen announced on 2026-09-25 that wide receiver Ashton Dulin (ankle) is ruled out for Week 3 against the Houston Texans; Dulin missed Week 2 and all three practices this week.

Indiana Fever finish 2026 regular season 28-16, locked No. 6 seed and set multiple scoring records

The Indiana Fever closed their 2026 regular season at 28-16 and will begin the postseason on 2026-09-27 as the No. 6 seed, set to face the No. 3 seed — either the Golden State Valkyries or the Las Vegas Aces; the team also set several league and franchise scoring marks.

No. 6 Indiana Fever draw No. 3 Las Vegas Aces in 2026 WNBA First Round

The WNBA’s official playoff preview published Sept. 25, 2026 matched No. 6 Indiana Fever against defending No. 3 Las Vegas Aces in a first-round series scheduled to begin on 2026-09-27. The Fever won the regular-season series 2–1; the Aces closed the regular season on a seven-game win streak.

Dates set for Fever's playoff series against Las Vegas

Colts to debut Anvil Strike uniforms Sept. 27; Pro Shop and Lucas Oil Stadium to offer new merchandise and giveaway

The Indianapolis Colts will wear their Anvil Strike alternate uniforms for the first time during the Sept. 27, 2026 matchup vs. the Houston Texans. The Colts Pro Shop will sell the collection Sept. 25–26, 2026 and gear will be available at Lucas Oil Stadium on game day; the first 50,000 fans through the gates will receive a giveaway.

Tipton junior Zane Durham emerges as two-way threat after 348-yard, seven-TD game

Tipton High junior Zane Durham rushed for 348 yards and seven touchdowns and caught a 54-yard score in a 69-14 win at Benton Central on 2026-09-18, while also contributing on defense; the performance is part of a standout season that has him listed among Indiana rushing leaders.

Evansville Central's Amanda Schmitt named 2026 Girls 'Flag Coach of the Week' for Week 5

School is in session at Iowa with Sam Hornish Jr. teaching the lessons - NASCAR.com

Sam Hornish Jr., a late replacement in the No. 18 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota, won the American Ethanol E15 250 at Iowa Speedway, leading 183 laps and holding off Ty Dillon for his fourth career Xfinity Series victory. Hornish had been out of racing for 210 days and was working as a substitute teacher in Ohio before getting the call to race.

Indiana Fever will be the No. 6 seed in the 2026 WNBA Playoffs, setting potential first‑round matchups

As reported Sept. 25, 2026, the Indiana Fever will be the No. 6 seed in the 2026 WNBA Playoffs after an 86-66 loss to the Minnesota Lynx and a Washington Mystics win; the Fever is set to face either the Las Vegas Aces or the Golden State Valkyries in the first round.