Curt Cignetti discusses team health and WKU matchup in press conference
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 6:16 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti held a press conference on September 12, addressing the team's health and preparations for their upcoming game against Western Kentucky. Following a strong performance against Howard, where the defense secured a shutout, Cignetti emphasized the need to eliminate negative plays before entering Big Ten competition. He acknowledged the potential to utilize freshmen in the WKU game due to new eligibility rules. Cignetti noted that WKU has struggled in its first two contests but has been historically strong offensively, citing the importance of focus on Indiana's own performance in preparation.
- •Indiana's defense recorded a shutout against Howard, limiting them significantly.
- •Cignetti plans to utilize freshmen under the new eligibility rules in the upcoming game.
- •WKU has struggled early this season, despite historical offensive prowess.
- •Indiana aims to correct negative plays before starting Big Ten games.
- 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Everything Curt Cignetti said in his Week 3 press conference ahead of WKU
"The Hoosiers’ head coach addressed his team’s health, the upcoming matchup with WKU and more on Monday.
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