Dan Dakich has spent years around the game of college basketball both as a coach and broadcaster for both ESPN and 107.5 the Fan in Indianapolis. He’s loved by some and rejected by others, often the result of his unfiltered unapologetic opinions on sensitive sports issues.
In addition to being a polarizing figure in the sports media industry, the 58-year-old radio host and television analyst gives back to his community through his Dakich Cycles for the City program, which provides bikes to Indianapolis kids in need.
Recently, the former coach uploaded a video discussing the program after a producer for “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” reached out wanting to know more details. Dakich stated in his audition tape that the program was created after he witnessed three kids, two of which were on bikes, and one who wasn’t.
Dakich says seeing those kids while driving, snowballed into this program that has since resulted in various community members contributing.
Last year, Dakich Cycles for the City gave away 150 bikes. This year, they’re aiming to double that number and give away 300 bikes, locks, and helmets to kids in need.
For more information, head to Indianasportscorp.org/dakichcycles.
Eduardo Razo is the Assistant Content Editor for BNM, which includes writing daily news stories on the news media industry. He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at eddie1991razo@gmail.com.
