<p>Mickelson turned a non-story from 14 years ago that embarrassed him into a national story that drove consumption. &nbsp;Athletes have to be smarter with the media. &nbsp;Dan Dakich drives sports discussion in Indy!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Butler alum Ronald Nored coming back to Indy to work for Pacers. &nbsp;Butler gets commitment from 6'10" center. &nbsp;Bucks one win away from first NBA Finals since Kareem &amp; The Big O played in Milwaukee! Cubs need sweep in Cincy. &nbsp;Fever lose again - further out of 11th than 11th place team is out of first!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Romeo Langford did what was best for his family - IU fans don't see that. &nbsp;NIL Rules are good for students and the schools, so why did it take the NCAA so long to act? &nbsp;Paul George lost - and then as he always does - showed us why.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Rick Carlisle was friendly, expansive, and aware of the opportunity he has to get it right this time around with a roster ready to win. &nbsp;It would be great if the NCAA would do the right thing because it is the right thing, instead of because it is forced to. &nbsp;Paul George continues to act like a moron, this time after again being eliminated from the playoffs. &nbsp;Cubs need to sell off parts to build future, because the present sucks.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Rick Carlisle was reintroduced to the Indianapolis media today and was very generous in his discussion of why he wanted this job. &nbsp;He also spoke about whether he sees Myles Turner and Domas Sabonis playing together. &nbsp;Overall, the version of Carlisle that talked basketball today seemed more pleasant than the version who left the Pacers in 2007.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Colts last to get approval for 100% capacity! Colts Camp will also be full go for fans. Pacers to introduce returning coach Rick Carlisle today! Sterling lead England to win over Germany! Cubs lose again while Schwarber homers for Nationals - again! &nbsp;Indiana Football adds tight end!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Colts released their training camp schedule - first public practice win be July 28th at Grand Park. &nbsp;England got some revenge against Germany in the European Championship as Sterling scored game winner! &nbsp;Indiana Pacers lost an average of more than two starters per game last season! &nbsp;Kyle Schwarber is making the Cubs regret decision to allow him to leave.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Matchups for the Big 10/ACC Challenge were released - Woodson will finally solve Boeheim's 2-3, and Purdue will try too beat Florida State for the first time. &nbsp;Pacers first pre-draft workout with a few familiar names. &nbsp;Paul George great as Clips win a second game. &nbsp;Cubs collapse in a brutal eighth inning, so Hoyer has three huge decisions. &nbsp;Dawson Garcia enters transfer portal as he remains eligible for NBA Draft.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Looking ahead to the 2021 Draft where the Pacers are scheduled to select 13th, we break down what many fans believe were among the worst picks in franchise history. &nbsp;The 1996 Draft was historically good, and the 2017 Draft was brutally bad, so Erick Dampier and T.J. Leaf were not close to the worst picks in their two drafts.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Pacers could have done SO much better 25 years ago with the #10 pick - can you remember who they passed on? &nbsp;Four things to watch for in three-and-a-half weeks when Colts Camp begins! &nbsp;Fever waive 2020 #3 overall pick! Suns can eliminate Clippers tonight! Cubs near bottom of MLB in a bunch of offensive stats.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Kaleb Glenn of Louisville Male shown what he might become at Indiana under Mike Woodson. Rick Carlisle returns to Indy to lead the Pacers, and it is not the first time a coach has returned to an Indy franchise at age 61! &nbsp;Trevion Williams returning to Purdue means the Boilermakers should be a top five team. &nbsp;The Cubs throw their first combined no-hitter in franchise history!<br> <br> <br> </p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>The Pacers are going to pay Rick Carlisle $29 million over four years to return to the franchise he led to their best all-time regular season. &nbsp;Before you evaluate this hire as great or terrible - listen to 10 facts about the Pacers first two-time coach!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Another future Hoosier pledges Tom Allen's program. &nbsp;Nate McMillan - the coach the Pacers fired less than a year ago - led the Atlanta Hawks to a Game One ECF upset last night. &nbsp;Who shared the recording of the Wisconsin Basketball meeting with the media? &nbsp;Cubs fans are wondering what could have been if not for the trades that sent Dylan Cease, Eloy Jimenez, and Yu Darvish away.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Coach Greg Gard and Badgers seniors betrayed meeting audio release. &nbsp;Trading Ben Simmons would be the height of stupidity by GM Daryl Morey, who is not normally a buffoon. &nbsp;Thirty-three minutes to play last 90 seconds of Clippers loss to Suns shows systemic arrogance.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Colts will practice August 12 &amp; 13 with the Carolina Panthers prior to their preseason game. &nbsp;Pacers will draft 13th as the ping pong balls fail to bounce Nancy Leonard's way! &nbsp;Paul George had a chance from the foul line to win Game Two against the Suns, but he missed both. &nbsp;IU Football gets commitment from a Texas quarterback who can flat throw. &nbsp;Cubs win again behind Kyle Hendricks precision.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>(at 6:45 mark) Mike Woodson appears to be the perfect coach as transfers careen around college basketball. &nbsp;Micromanagement not going to be an issue in Bloomington anymore. &nbsp;NBA Draft Lottery explained, and the Pacers have roughly a 1-in-20 chance to move way up! &nbsp;Cubs must deal Baez.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Chances are slim the Pacers move up in the draft, but it could happen! &nbsp;Colts need a LOT to go right this se3ason to reach lofty goals. &nbsp;Ben Simmons is going to get paid $140M over the next four years whether he can shoot or not. &nbsp;Javy Baez may have punched his ticket out of town last night as he lost track of the number of outs in a loss to the Indians.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Five things need to go really right for the Colts to reach potential! Pacers president Kevin Pritchard needs two home runs to calm the waters, and one could come tomorrow night! US Supremes unanimous ruled against the NCAA - what does it mean? &nbsp;Ben Simmons violated the first rule of basketball, so the Sixers are home.<br> <br> <br> </p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Pacers fired McMillan because he couldn't win in the playoffs. &nbsp;Well, in Atlanta, he's winning in the playoffs! IU Football now boast #1 and #3 all-time highest ranked recruits in 2022 class! &nbsp;Kyle Schwarber hit another three bombs yesterday! &nbsp;Not sure which was more fun yesterday - watching Rahm win or DeChambeau crumble!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Tanking tends to lead to more losing - just look at the Indiana Fever and Chicago Bulls - so why would the Pacers tear it down to the studs to tank? Colts Camp begins in only 36 days! &nbsp;Cubs win a game where the final 34 batters failed to register a hit! After the first round of the US Open, Avon's Patrick Rodgers is in the hunt at -1.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Counting down my top 10 favorite teams and moment in Indiana sports history. &nbsp;Where is the 1995 Colts? &nbsp;How about the 2000 NBA Finals Pacers? &nbsp;Which two IU teams make the list? &nbsp;How about Butler and Purdue - one is not a part of the countdown!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Carson Wentz is good enough to win a Super Bowl, but can he avoid being bad enough to lose? &nbsp;Phil Mickelson has last best chance to win US Open for first time. &nbsp;Nate McMillan showing he can win in the playoffs. &nbsp;Zach Edey may play in the Olympics!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>There are now six NBA teams looking for a coach with Van Gundy and Clifford gone from the Pels and Wizards! No Kawhi and Conley tonight in pivotal game five of Utah vs. Clippers! &nbsp;Youth sports parents have gone bonkers! Ten ways to help you not look like an idiot and make sure your kids enjoy the experience.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Pacers won't hurry to hire a coach because they won't need one for weeks anyway! Joe Lunardi like Hoosiers less despite not having a reason. &nbsp;Cubs lost last night, but I liked the send in the ninth inning. &nbsp;Tyler Glasnow typical baseball cheat. &nbsp;And finally I tell a youth sports parenting story that paints me as a moron!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Perfect day to assess the position of the pro franchises and college programs in central Indiana! Indiana Football's success - can LEO really win? Are the Pacers finally ready to get over the hump with whomever the new coach is? &nbsp;If Butler a threat in the Big East?</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>