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Indiana women's basketball opens season with win over Florida Gulf Coast

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Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Indiana women's basketball opens season with win over Florida Gulf Coast

Summary

Indiana women's basketball triumphed over Florida Gulf Coast 79-50 in their season opener at Assembly Hall on November 5, 2026. Coach Teri Moren utilized a deep bench, with every player seeing action and nine contributing multiple field goals. The Hoosiers showcased strong defense by forcing 19 turnovers and limiting FGCU to 29.3% shooting. Moren indicated a shift in her strategy to maintain this depth throughout the season, citing increased positional flexibility and a talented roster.

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By the Numbers

•Indiana begins the season 1-0 with a win against FGCU.
•The team featured three players in double digits and 33 bench points.
•Moren's strategy involved deeper bench usage than in previous seasons.
•The Hoosiers forced 19 turnovers and restricted FGCU's shooting.
•Moren highlighted new roster flexibility for continued success.

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What they're saying

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The Hoosiers debuted against Florida Gulf Coast and coach Teri Moren went deeper into her bench than normal, a potential trend for this season.
— Yahoo Sports

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