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Axios
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Axios
Meet the Maker: Nate Baranowski
Meet the South Bend artist chosen to create a mural of one of Indy's most beloved hoops icons on one of the city's most popular streets. Why it matters: Nate Baranowski's 24-foot piece will debut this summer in time to welcome scores of fans to the Circle City for the sellout 2025 WNBA All-Star Game in July. What he's saying:"Tamika Catchings is a magnetic personality and an amazing force for good to those around her and in her community," Baranowski said in a statement. "She is not just a legendary basketball player, but also an entrepreneur, activist, broadcaster, volunteer, mentor and motivational speaker. I wanted my design to reflect this high-energy force surrounding her." Zoom in: Baranowski was one of 98 artists who responded to an international call from the Indy Arts Council and WNBA All-Star 2025 Host Committee. Baranowski — a University of Illinois grad with a degree in fine arts and a passion for street painting — has experience with large chalk murals, painted murals, acrylic on canvas and various forms of digital painting. He was the only Indiana creator to make the final four. The inspo: The selection committee said Baranowski best captured Catchings' bright personality, basketball legacy and impact on Indy.
Indianapolis Star
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
WNBA All-Star game 2025 tickets for July 18-19 will be available at 2 p.m. Tuesday
INDIANAPOLIS -- Tickets for the WNBA All-Star 2025 weekend on July 18-19 will be available online at 2 p.m. Tuesday. On Friday, July 18, Indianapolis will host the 3-point contest and the Skills Challenge. The WNBA All-Star game will be on Saturday, July 19. Go to to buy tickets for both events. 'We are excited to showcase our community and our state's love of basketball with fans here at home and all over the world,' said Mel Raines, WNBA All-Star 2025 Host Committee founding chair and Pacers Sports & Entertainment CEO. 'It's going to be a weekend jampacked with fan-focused experiences from the best in women's basketball to music, fashion and more. You won't want to miss this.' Fans can also sign up to receive more information about the weekend, including Fever Fest, at Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. What is the WNBA All-Star game 2025 schedule? Friday, July 18: 3-point contest and Skills Challenge Saturday, July 19: WNBA All-Star game
