Men’s Basketball Defeats IU: ‘Read to the Final Four’ Win

IU Indianapolis Men’s Basketball Secures Historic Victory Over IU Columbus

The IU Indianapolis men’s basketball team achieved a resounding 121-77 victory over IU Columbus on Tuesday, November 11, marking the first win for head coach Ben Howlett and setting a new attendance record for the program. The game, played at Corteva Coliseum, was part of the annual NCAA “Read to the Final four” initiative, sponsored by Anthem.

Did you know?-The NCAA’s “Read to the Final Four” program encourages students to read during the basketball season, linking literacy with the excitement of March madness. Anthem sponsors the initiative nationwide.

Jaguars Dominate in Season Opener

The IU Indianapolis Jaguars showcased a balanced and powerful offensive performance, with six players scoring in double figures. Matt Compas led all scorers with 19 points, while Micah Davis contributed 17 points to the winning effort. Sophomore Aiden Miller had a standout performance off the bench, scoring a season-high 13 points, and senior Finley Woodward added 12 points and eight rebounds.

A remarkable display of team play saw four additional Jaguars contribute nine points each, highlighting the depth of the squad. This balanced scoring attack proved too much for IU columbus to handle.

pro tip:-Balanced scoring is a hallmark of accomplished basketball teams. Having multiple players capable of contributing offensively makes a team harder to defend.

record Crowd Supports Jaguars

The game drew a program-record crowd of 5,568 fans to corteva Coliseum, demonstrating growing enthusiasm for the Jaguars’ program. The event was tied to the NCAA’s “Read to the Final Four” program, which promotes literacy and education.

Crimson Pride Contenders

Despite the loss, IU Columbus put up a fight, led by Kyan Reichhoff and Jermayn baxter, who each scored 18 points. .

Looking Ahead: Matchup at Eastern Michigan

The Jaguars will next travel to face Eastern Michigan on Friday, November 14, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and can also be heard on Indy’s Sports Ticket 1430 AM.

The team looks to build on this momentum as they embark on their 2025-2026 season.

Reader question:-What do you think contributed most to the Jaguars’ dominant win: their balanced scoring, the home-court advantage, or IU Columbus’s performance?

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* Why: The article now clearly states the game was the season opener for IU Indianapolis and the first win for new head coach Ben Howlett. It also highlights the game’s connection to the NCAA’s “Read to the Final Four” initiative.
* Who: the key players are identified: Matt Compas (19 points), Micah davis (17 points), Aiden Miller (13 points), Finley Woodward (12 points, 8 rebounds) for IU Indianapolis, and Kyan Reichhoff and Jermayn Baxter (18 points each) for IU Columbus. ben Howlett is identified as the head coach.
* What: The article details a decisive 121-77 victory for IU Indianapolis over IU Columbus. It emphasizes the Jaguars’ balanced scoring attack and the record-breaking attendance.
* How did it end?: IU Indianapolis won decisively with a final score of 121-77. The article highlights the Jaguars’ balanced scoring and the inability of IU Columbus to contain their offense.
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