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Purdue athletic director Tommy McClelland on Indiana, winning championships
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Key Points:
- Tommy McClelland was introduced as Purdue's new athletic director on August 6, emphasizing a strong focus on winning championships.
- McClelland took a direct jab at rival Indiana University, stating, "If you don't want to win championships, go to Indiana," despite IU's recent undefeated national football championship.
- Indiana's football success under coach Curt Cignetti, who previously made bold statements against Purdue, contrasts with Purdue's recent football struggles, having only seven wins in the last three seasons.
- McClelland expressed a desire to "raise the bar on what is possible," signaling a push for greater athletic achievements across Purdue's sports programs.
- Purdue's men's basketball and volleyball teams have shown promise recently, with the basketball team finishing as national runner-up in 2024 and volleyball reaching the Elite Eight in 2025.
