Hoosiers Connect Player's Perspective

In this episode of Player’s Perspective , host Sydney Parrish sits down with new Indiana Men’s Basketball assistant coach Drew Adams. A Bloomington native with deep ties to IU, Drew shares what it means to return home, the lessons he’s learned throughout his coaching journey, and his vision for helping restore the Hoosiers to national prominence. They talk recruiting, building relationships with p...

In this episode of Player’s Perspective , host Sydney Parrish welcomes Indiana Swimming star Anna Peplowski for a deep dive into life in the pool and beyond. Anna opens up about her journey through college swimming, the intensity of training at the highest level, and what drives her as she prepares for the next Olympics. They talk team culture, mental toughness, pre-race rituals, and what it means...

In this Little 500 Special episode of Player’s Perspective , host Sydney Parrish sits down with two standout riders: Judah Thompson from Cutters and Bailey Cappella from Theta. With race day just around the corner, they talk training, team culture, and what it takes—physically and mentally—to compete in the greatest college weekend in America. Judah and Bailey share what drew them to Little 5, how...

In this episode of Player’s Perspective , host Sydney Parrish sits down with new Indiana Football offensive line transfer Pat Coogan. Pat talks about his journey from Notre Dame to IU, what drew him to Bloomington, and how he's adjusting to life as a Hoosier under Coach Curt Cignetti. He shares insight into the mindset of an offensive lineman, the energy around the program, and the goals he’s brin...

In this episode of Player’s Perspective , new host Sydney Parrish sits down with Indiana Football offensive lineman Carter Smith. Carter opens up about life in the trenches, the culture shift under Coach Curt Cignetti, and how the offensive line is preparing for the upcoming season. They also dive into Carter’s journey to IU, his mindset on and off the field, and what it takes to succeed in one of...

In this episode of Player’s Perspective , Indiana Football defensive back D’Angelo Ponds joins the show to talk about his journey to Bloomington and his impact on the Hoosiers’ defense. He dives into his growth as a player, the team’s mindset, and what it’s like playing under Coach Curt Cignetti. D’Angelo also shares his favorite moments on the field, the work he’s putting in to elevate his game,...

In this special episode of Player’s Perspective , new Indiana Men’s Basketball head coach Darian DeVries joins the show to talk about his vision for the Hoosiers. He dives into his coaching philosophy, what excites him most about leading IU, and how he plans to build a winning culture in Bloomington. Coach DeVries also reflects on his coaching journey, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and w...

In this episode of Player’s Perspective , Indiana Women’s Basketball forward Lilly Meister joins the show as the Hoosiers gear up for March Madness! She talks about the team’s mindset heading into the tournament, her growth throughout the season, and what it will take to make a deep run in the postseason. Lilly also shares her favorite moments from the year, the bond within the team, and what it m...

In this episode of Player’s Perspective , Indiana Football wide receiver Elijah Sarratt joins the show to talk about his journey to Bloomington and what fans can expect from him this season. He opens up about his transition to IU, the impact of Coach Curt Cignetti, and his expectations for the upcoming year. Elijah also shares personal stories about his football journey, his mindset as a playmaker...

In this special episode of Player's Perspective , Indiana Football head coach Curt Cignetti joins guest host Pete Yonkman for an inside look at the Hoosiers' offseason. Coach Cignetti reflects on his first season in Bloomington, breaks down what he's learned from watching film, and shares how winter conditioning is setting the tone for the year ahead. They also dive into offseason vacations, recha...

In this episode of Player’s Perspective , Indiana Hoosiers guard Chloe Moore-McNeil joins the show for an inside look at her journey with IU Women’s Basketball. She opens up about her growth as a leader, the team’s mindset heading into the season, and what it takes to compete at the highest level. Chloe also shares stories from her time in Bloomington, her life outside of basketball, and what bein...

In this episode of Player's Perspective , Indiana Hoosier football player Aiden Fisher joins the show for a deep dive into his journey on and off the field. He opens up about the early challenges of playing college football, what it’s like under new head coach Curt Cignetti, and the mindset that has helped him grow as a player. Aiden also shares the story behind his decision to wear No. 4, how muc...

In this episode of Player's Perspective, former Indiana Hoosier basketball star Mackenzie Holmes welcomes Karoline Striplin to the show! They dive into Karoline’s big life changes—from her transfer to IU from Tennessee to getting a new puppy and preparing to cover the Paris Olympics. Tune in as they talk about adjusting to life in Bloomington, the excitement of joining the Hoosiers, and what it’s...

In this special episode of Player's Perspective, guest host Pete Yonkman sits down with Indiana Football’s newest star, transfer quarterback Fernando Mendoza! Fresh off his commitment to IU, Fernando shares what led him to Bloomington, his goals for the upcoming season, and what Hoosier fans can expect from him on the field. Tune in for an exclusive look at his journey, the transition to Big Ten f...

Welcome to Player's Perspective , hosted by Indiana Hoosier basketball star Mackenzie Holmes! In this episode, Mackenzie is joined by fellow IU women’s basketball player Julianna LaMendola. Together, they discuss life as teammates, their journey in college basketball, and the lessons they've learned while competing at the highest level. Get an inside look at the bond between teammates, what it tak...

In this special episode of Player’s Perspective , Miller Kopp sits down with Indiana basketball legend Ali Patberg, one of the most decorated players in Hoosier history! Ali shares insights from her incredible journey as a standout guard for IU Women’s Basketball, her experiences navigating the highs and lows of college athletics, and the lessons she’s carried into life beyond the court.

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Player's Perspective Podcast ! Hosted by Miller Kopp, this episode features Shay Ciezki, a standout guard who recently transferred to Indiana University. Shay opens up about her decision to join the Hoosiers, her journey in college basketball, and the challenges and rewards of transitioning to a new program. From her on-court mindset to her goals at IU, S...

Join Miller Kopp on the Player's Perspective Podcast as he sits down with Indiana Volleyball coach Steve Aird. In this episode, they dive into the unique challenges of coaching, explore Coach Aird's journey to becoming a leader in collegiate volleyball, and uncover the surprising similarities between basketball and volleyball. Whether you're a fan, athlete, or coach, this conversation offers valua...

In this episode, guest host Pete Yonkman sits down with Indiana University Athletic Director, Scott Dolson, to delve into the stories and strategies behind his impressive career at IU. They discuss pivotal topics like revenue sharing, the unforgettable magical football season, exciting facility upgrades, and much more. Tune in to get an insider's view of the vision and hard work driving IU Athleti...

In this episode, Miller Kopp sits down with Indiana Women's Basketball guard Sydney Parrish to discuss the journey of getting recruited at a young age, the pressures and challenges of being a college athlete, and dealing with injuries. Sydney also shares her aspirations of becoming a sports journalist. Tune in for an insightful conversation that dives deep into the life of a student-athlete!

Welcome to our exclusive look at the Indiana Football Wide Receiving Core! The host, Miller Kopp, dives deep into the heart of Indiana’s offense, bringing you firsthand insights from the players themselves. Hear from the wide receivers as they share their experiences, training routines, and what it takes to excel on the field. From game-day preparations to personal stories, get an inside look at t...

Tune in to an engaging episode of the Player’s Perspective Podcast, where host Miller Kopp chats with special guest Mike Katic. In this episode, Mike delves into the significant culture changes within the team and shares memorable moments from fall camp. This conversation offers a unique look at the evolution of team dynamics and personal growth on and off the field. Whether you’re a passionate sp...

Join us for an exciting episode of the Player’s Perspective Podcast, where guest host Pete Yonkman sits down with the head coach of Indiana Football, Curt Cignetti. In this episode, Coach Cignetti shares his insights on the journey and challenges of coaching at the highest level, strategies for building a winning team culture, and his personal experiences and stories from the field. Don’t miss out...

In this exciting episode of Player’s Perspective, we sit down with Indiana basketball freshman and former 5-star recruit, Bryson Tucker. Join us as Bryson shares his unique journey, from playing in tournaments with professional basketball players during his youth to making the pivotal decision to commit to IU. Bryson opens up about his experiences, the challenges he faced, and the goals he aims to...

In this heartfelt episode, join hosts Myles Rice and Miller as they dive deep into Myles’ incredible journey. From the challenges of being recruited during the COVID-19 pandemic to his courageous battle with cancer, Myles shares his inspiring story. Discover his unwavering determination and excitement to play for Indiana, and how these experiences have shaped him both on and off the court. Don’t m...