Coach Steichen touched down in Indy 🏈

Shane Steichen hired as next Colts head coach

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Shane Steichen was announced as the new Colts head coach on Tuesday, Feb. 14. | Photo via @Colts

The wait is over.

Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Shane Steichen — who just helped lead the Eagles to Super Bowl LVII — has been hired as the new Colts head coach.

Confirming the news, Colts owner Jim Irsay tweeted “Welcome Coach Steichen,” Tuesday morning.

The team was reportedly waiting for Shane to finish coaching the Eagles in Sunday’s Super Bowl to finalize the deal and bring him to Indianapolis on Monday.

About Shane

Shane, 37, had been with the Eagles since 2021 and was following in similar footsteps as the Colts’ former head coach Frank Reich, who was also offensive coordinator for the Eagles before coming to Indianapolis to coach in 2018.

Before going to Philadelphia, Shane spent 2014-2020 with the San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers. He also worked alongside former Colts offensive coordinator and current Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni.

In his first press conference representing the Colts, Shane said his coaching is “going to look differently each week but [his] philosophy is we’re gonna throw to score points in this league and run to win.”

Jeff Saturday, who replaced Frank Reich mid-season and was in the running for the position, tweeted a video message thanking the Colts for the opportunity and wished Shane the best of luck.

“I want to wish Coach Steichen the best of luck. I’m still a huge Colts fan and pulling for you guys, looking forward to hoisting some Lombardi trophies, and excited for your opportunities,” Jeff said.

Fun fact: Shane was a quarterback before starting his coaching career. He was QB in 23 games for University of Nevada, Las Vegas from 2003-2006, throwing for 2,755 yards with 22 touchdowns.

He and former Colts wide receiver Austin Collie teamed up to lead their team at Oak Ridge High School in El Dorado, California to a conference sectional title in 2002.

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Indiana Pacers vs. Chicago Bulls | Wednesday, Feb. 15 | 7 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis | $15-$276 | Cheer on the Pacers as they try to beat the Bulls after dropping a fifth straight game to the Jazz Monday night.

Thursday, Feb. 16

Baby Grand Entertainment Presents: Dueling Pianos | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Feinstein’s At Hotel Carmichael, 1 Carmichael Sq., Carmel | $10-$20 | Often referred to as a living jukebox, check out this dueling pianos show where the audience takes control.

Friday, Feb. 17

Gasolina Party | Friday, Feb. 17 | 10 p.m. | The Vogue Theatre, 6259 N. College Ave., Indianapolis | $10-$20 | Dance the night away at the largest reggaeton and Latin music party in the country.

Saturday, Feb. 18

Vintage Movie Night: “The Lighthouse by the Sea” | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 7-9 p.m. | Garfield Park Arts Center, 2432 Conservatory Dr., Indianapolis | $5 | See a screening of this vintage movie in which a lighthouse keeper is going blind and must hide his malady to keep employed.

Sunday, Feb. 19

Silverball Shodown Pinball Tournament | Sunday, Feb. 19 | 3:30 p.m. | Tappers Arcade Bar, 501 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis | $1 | Compete in this monthly tournament for a chance at a $50 gift card.

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Kentucky-based Agave & Rye Tequila and Bourbon Hall is set to open its first Indianapolis location on Wednesday, Feb. 22. The restaurant and bar serving more than 20 different tacos will be at 336 S. Delaware St. in downtown’s CityWay development across from The Alexander Hotel. 🌮 (IBJ)

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On Friday, Feb. 24, Lil Dumplings owner Carlos Salazar will return to Milktooth (534 Virginia Ave.) with a Rook Pop Up. The one-night event will take place from 6-10 p.m. with “old-school hip-hop, great food, great people, and lots of booze,” plus contributions from fellow chefs Jonathan Brooks and Esteban Rosas. 🥟 (Indianapolis Monthly)

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Blue Mind Coffee Roasting opening soon

The new storefront is in the Rose Building, which has been around since at least 1941. | Photo by @bluemindroasting

Blue Mind Coffee Roasting is getting ready to open its new storefront on Saturday, Feb. 25 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The coffee shop is located in the Rose Building — which has been around since at least 1941 — on 38th Street between Broadway Street and College Avenue.

The family-owned business has been operating out of its backyard since 2015, when Blue Mind was founded.

The coffee shop shared that it’s partnering up with local Leviathan Bakehouse to offer pastries like croissants, cookies, and savory hand pies.

The coffee shop is looking to hire baristas. Get more info and apply.

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Editor’s pick: Remember when we asked you who should be the next Colts head coach? INDYtoday Readers Ferrer L. and Darin called it. They both suggested Shane Steichan as the next head coach. 🏈

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