The IU Indy women's basketball team is gearing up for back-to-back home games this week against Oakland on February 11 and Youngstown State on February 15. After a strong performance, including a recent 73–63 road victory over Wright State, the Jaguars are looking to improve their 6-8 Horizon League standing. Nevaeh Foster has been a standout, leading the team with 17 points in the last game and averaging 12.6 points per game this season. The team excels in defensive statistics, leading the league in steals and forcing turnovers, positioning themselves as a competitive force in the Horizon League.

By the Numbers
  • IU Indy averaged 20.7 turnovers forced per game, ranking them first in the Horizon League.
  • Nevaeh Foster has 12.6 points per game, leading the Jaguars in scoring this season.
  • The team averages 11.3 offensive rebounds per game, ranking third in the conference.
  • Hailey Smith leads in steals with 2.0 per game, contributing to the team’s defensive strength.
Yes, But

Despite their recent victories, the Jags were picked to finish tenth in the Horizon League Preseason Poll, indicating they are exceeding initial expectations but still have a significant challenge ahead to move up in the standings.

State of Play
  • The Jaguars are currently positioned seventh in the Horizon League with a 6-8 record.
  • They're looking to capitalize on their recent strong performances against Oakland and Youngstown State to build momentum.
What's Next

Upcoming games against Oakland and Youngstown State will be crucial for IU Indy to solidify their standing in the conference and potentially move closer to the top tier of the Horizon League.

Bottom Line

The Jaguars are demonstrating resilience and improvement, challenging their preseason ranking, and the upcoming games could define their trajectory in the Horizon League as they aim for a higher playoff position.