Rosie Napravnik

Jockey Rosie Napravnik is seen aboard Mylute before the 139th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday.

Rosie Napravnik

Jockey Rosie Napravnik is seen aboard Mylute during the 139th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday. The horse is owned by 1965 Valparaiso University graduate T. Paul Bulmahn.

Many in NWI cheer for Michigan

Crown Point High School students and resident cheer following a three-point shot by Crown Point native Spike Albrecht as basketball fans gather at Buffalo Wild Wings in Crown Point to watch Michigan play Louisville Monday night in the Final Four Championship game. From left are Jake Ladendor…

Many in NWI cheer for Michigan

Crown Point High School students and resident cheer following a 3-point shot by Crown Point native Spike Albrecht as basketball fans gather at Buffalo Wild Wings in Crown Point to watch Michigan play Louisville Monday night in the Final Four Championship game. From left are Jake Ladendorf, 1…

Many in NWI cheer for Michigan

Crown Point High School student Jake Benich, 17, reacts to a Michigan turnover during the first half as he watches Michigan play Louisville Monday night in the Final Four Championship game. Jake was with Fred Benich, 19, left, Jacob Niermeyer, 17, right, and other friends at Buffalo Wild Win…

Many in NWI cheer for Michigan

Crown Point High School students and resident cheer following a 3-point shot by Crown Point native Spike Albrecht as basketball fans gather at Buffalo Wild Wings in Crown Point to watch Michigan play Louisville Monday night in the Final Four Championship game. From left are Jake Ladendorf, 1…

Don't worry displaced Niners fans in Chicago: You have a home this weekend

CHICAGO | Have you moved to the Windy City and are desperately trying to find someone who understands your undying love for Bay Area football? If you're a displaced San Francisco 49ers fan, you don't have to be lonely for the Super Bowl on Sunday.

DRIVER LEAP 1

Green Bay's Donald Driver celebrates his touchdown pass from Bubba Franks in the 2nd quarter to give the Packers a 10-7 lead. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Carolina Panthers Sunday September 29, 2002, at Lambeau Field. WSJ/Steve Apps.

NHL lockout puts passion on ice for region hockey fans

Blackhawks loyalty put on ice, some chilled cash flow and the cold-shoulder.

Dualing "Sox" Fans Monica Lowe and her husband, Mark Potis of Valparaiso

Monica Lowe and her husband, Mark Potis, both of Valparaiso, share a passion for baseball and cooking. Mark, an avid Chicago White Sox fan, and Monica, a native of New Hampshire and a Boston Red Sox fan, are shown in this 2008 photo enjoying a game between their favorite teams.

High school gridiron fans united by spirit of first game of new season

ST. JOHN | Fans know the first football game of the season sets the tone and drive of the weeks that follow on the high school field.

Alumni gather to cheer on Hoosiers

Jim McNabney, of Highland, winces Friday night at The Bullpen bar in Schererville as he watches Indiana University battle the University of Kentucky.

Alumni gather to cheer on Hoosiers

Peg Callahan, left, of Munster, cheers along with other local Indiana University fans and alumni at The Bullpen bar in Schererville on Friday night as they watch the Hoosiers take on the University of Kentucky Wildcats in Atlanta.

VIDEO: Chicago Auto Show draws thousands

The opening day of the Chicago Auto Show attracted thousands to get a glimpse of the latest automobiles.

Super Bowl 'experience' scores big with region fans

Therese Squires of Indianapolis takes a quick photo of the Lombardi Trophy on display at the NFL Experience in the Super Bowl Village in Indianapolis, Friday, February 3, 2012.

Super Bowl 'Experience' scores big with region fans

Volunteer Justin Stout of Indianapolis tosses a football back to fans participating in a throwing accuracy drill Friday at the NFL Experience in the Super Bowl Village in Indianapolis.

Super Bowl 'experience' scores big with region fans

Carolina Panther quarterback Cam Newton jokes with a young fan at the NFL Experience in the Super Bowl Village in Indianapolis on Friday. NFL Football players are regularly participating in activities at the NFL Experience.

Super Bowl 'experience' scores big with region fans

Jason Baker of Indianapolis measures his hand Friday against a life-sized mold of retired defensive tackle Warren Sapp at the NFL Experience in the Super Bowl Village in Indianapolis.

Super Bowl 'experience' scores big with region fans

A child runs through an obstacle course Friday at the NFL Experience in the Super Bowl Village in Indianapolis.

Super Bowl 'experience' scores big with region fans

Marc Dykton of Crete and his girlfriend, Ashley Callan of Dyer, look around Friday at the NFL Experience in Indianapolis. The NFL Experience is taking place in the Indiana Convention Center and has more than 500,000 square feet of activities.