Indiana Hoosiers Weekend Recap: Women’s Hoops Finds Its Groove, Men Stun UCLA, and Football Keeps Building
It was a busy weekend in Bloomington, and Indiana fans had plenty to cheer about across the board. From the hardwood to the recruiting trail, the Hoosiers made headlines - and in some cases, history. Let’s break down what’s happening in Indiana Athletics, and why it matters moving forward.
Women’s Basketball: A Much-Needed Big Ten Win
Teri Moren’s squad got back on track in conference play, picking up their first Big Ten win of the season with a victory over Northwestern. It wasn’t just a win - it was a statement that this team still has plenty of fight left.
After a rocky start to the conference slate, the Hoosiers needed a performance that reminded everyone what they’re capable of. And that’s exactly what they delivered.
Indiana leaned on its veteran leadership and defensive intensity to control the pace and come away with a confidence-boosting win. For a program that’s been steadily climbing the national ranks under Moren, this was a timely reminder of their potential.
Men’s Basketball: Hoosiers Hand UCLA First Home Loss
Out west, Darian DeVries and the Indiana men’s team pulled off one of their most impressive wins of the season, toppling UCLA on the road - and handing the Bruins their first home loss of the year in the process.
The final moments were chaotic, to say the least. The game had overtime written all over it, but Indiana managed to escape with the kind of gritty, grind-it-out win that can galvanize a team heading into the heart of Big Ten play.
Nick Dorn, in particular, gave Indiana a much-needed spark. Whether it was diving for loose balls or knocking down key shots, Dorn’s energy was contagious. He gave the Hoosiers life when they needed it most - and now, it’s on DeVries to keep that momentum rolling.
This wasn’t just a win - it was a tone-setter. Beating UCLA in their own building is no small feat, and it’s the kind of result that can shift the narrative around a season.
Indiana showed resilience, poise, and just enough execution to get it done. That’s a recipe they’ll need to bottle up for the Big Ten grind ahead.
Football: Recruiting Momentum Keeps Rolling
Curt Cignetti’s national championship-winning football program continues to make waves, and not just because of what happened last season. The Hoosiers are staying aggressive on the recruiting trail, offering 2028 wide receiver Jeramy Laster Jr. - a name to keep an eye on in the coming years.
That offer speaks to a broader strategy under Cignetti: build for the long haul while capitalizing on the program’s current momentum. With a national title in their back pocket, Indiana isn’t just trying to compete - they’re looking to reshape the pecking order in the Big Ten. And early signs suggest they’re not wasting time.
The Big Picture
Indiana Athletics is buzzing right now, and for good reason. The women’s basketball team is finding its rhythm, the men’s team just notched a signature road win, and the football program is leveraging its championship pedigree to build for the future.
It’s a good time to be a Hoosier - and if this weekend was any indication, there’s more to come.