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'D'Angelo's Pond': Bloomington unofficially names pond in Indiana DB D'Angelo Ponds' honor
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- Indiana cornerback D'Angelo Ponds sparked a CFP moment with a pick-six against Oregon, prompting local tribute.
- Bloomington officials temporarily renamed the retention pond near Memorial Stadium to honor Ponds.
- City of Bloomington described the renaming as honorary and not a permanent official change.
- Mayor Kerry Thomson called the renaming a playful, communal gesture befitting Bloomington.
- The pond change was linked to Ponds' standout junior season and defensive contributions.
- The renaming is tied to Indiana's CFP semifinal win over Oregon and a national title path.
- The park pond is a functional stormwater feature with environmental benefits cited in the release.
- The renaming included no official map or signage changes, preserving the pond's retention-pond status.
- The tribute underscores Bloomington's community spirit and love of IU football.
- News coverage highlighted the pond name as a temporary, whimsical homage rather than a formal rename.
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