Mickey Shuey

Ever wondered what it actually takes to pull of the NCAA men's basketball tournament? The team at @IBJnews did, so we went asking—and we gained some interesting insights into the people, processes and time it takes to orchestrate March Madness. Story: https://t.co/26CMO5fMmp

NEW: @Lucas_Oil has sold its MAVTV network to @RACER, in a deal that will keep the Indianapolis-based TV network in the city as part of Racer’s larger media and marketing enterprise. My story for @IBJnews: https://t.co/z37QfWPJHz

Hey all! I’m looking for some current, former and prospective #Fever season ticket holders to interview for an @IBJnews story I’m working on ahead of the 2025 WNBA season. My DMs are open, so if you or someone you know is willing to chat, message me.

NEW: If the push to bring Major League Soccer to Indianapolis comes to pass, it would occur through either expansion or a relocation effort. But what route is more likely? My latest for @IBJnews features thoughts from experts, and a sprinkle of analysis. https://t.co/PQa83GH3EN

SPOTTED: Workers are starting to pull down portions of the facade at the King Cole building at Washington and Meridian Streets, more than five years after a Chicago firm said it would convert the building to a hotel. More work likely to start in the coming weeks. https://t.co/IHANr9RsVm

Cosm, an entertainment venue that brings a “shared reality” approach to watching sports and other events through a wraparound, 12K screen and stadium-style lounge seating, is taking a close look at downtown Indianapolis. My story from today for @IBJnews: https://t.co/9E1e7RF2Qc

RT @IBJnews: Up-and-coming sports entertainment firm Cosm has Indianapolis on its list of markets under consideration for one of its high-t…

NEW: Could Indianapolis get a Cosm venue? Several sources told @IBJnews a concerted effort is underway to land one of the facilities, which is a mix of sports bar, IMAX and the Las Vegas Sphere. What’s more, the company seems to have mutual interest. https://t.co/cG0w8HUxLo

John Feinstein, the sports writer whose work cemented my goal to cover sports as a career, died yesterday. His YA novel “Last Shot” became one of my favorite books in 8th grade and high school, and remains as such today. I’m grateful for him every day. https://t.co/wCmWjT6dJs

NEW: Indianapolis will be home to the first TEDSports conference, an international event that will highlight the work being done to advance the sports industry around the globe. The event is a collaboration involving both @TEDTalks and @IndSportsCorp. https://t.co/puWJqQkoxh

RT @IBJnews: A pair of Indianapolis developers plans to spend up to $30 million to convert a portion of a massive downtown office complex i…

NEW: Experts this week said the Simon family’s confirmation of its long-suspected involvement in Indianapolis’ MLS efforts is a major boon—and that Commissioner Don Garber’s visit to the city is a clear indication that Indy has a shot. Story for @IBJnews: https://t.co/xPphlTTbMi

RT @IBJnews: As part of a new partnership with a company founded by comedian, actor and entrepreneur Kevin Hart, Pacers Sports & Entertainm…

My colleague @317lindquist with some big entertainment/retail stories today, between this and Clayton Anderson's plans for a pair of bars.

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Indianapolis-based media company Audiochuck, founded by “Crime Junkie” podcast host Ashley Flowers, announced it would receive a $40 million investment from a growth equity firm. https://t.co/YmW6RKB0UC

Is this news surprising to those who have been even tangentiallyfollowing the city’s soccer effort over the past ten months? Perhaps not. But it does signal a major shift in tone from the Simons and PS&E, given their past hesitance to confirm involvement.

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It has been rumored for months that the Simon family is involved in the effort to bring an @MLS team to Indy. Now @MickeyShuey has confirmation. Read more https://t.co/mAZp4SgFkc

RT @MickeyShuey: SCOOP: Pacers Sports & Entertainment confirms to @IBJnews it is involved in push to bring MLS to Indianapolis. However, th…