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Indiana Player's Name Given to City Pond
14 Jan
Summary
- A city pond was unofficially named after Indiana football player D'Angelo Ponds.
- The renaming followed Ponds' standout performance in the Peach Bowl.
- The honorary naming will last for the remainder of the week.
D'Angelo Ponds, a key player for the Indiana Hoosiers, has received an unusual tribute from the City of Bloomington. Following his exceptional performance in the College Football Playoff semifinal, specifically a touchdown return on the first play from scrimmage, the city has decided to unofficially name a pond after him. This honorary designation recognizes his impact on the team's success and the community's rallying spirit.
The retention pond located at Miller-Showers Park will be known as "D'Angelo's Pond" for the remainder of the current week. This move highlights Bloomington's appreciation for whimsy and its enthusiastic support for the Hoosiers. The decision stemmed from a social media conversation that captured the community's attention and desire to celebrate Ponds' achievements.
Ponds, originally from Hollywood, Florida, began his collegiate career at James Madison University before transferring to Indiana. The honorary naming of the pond serves as a lighthearted yet memorable way for the city to celebrate a local sports hero. The community's strong reaction underscores the excitement surrounding the Hoosiers' recent successes.
