IU South Bend erased a six-point deficit in the final two minutes, closing with a 9-0 run to beat crosstown rival Bethel 72-70 on the road. Chris Hurt led the comeback with 17 points and a pivotal late steal as the Titans earned their first win of the season—and their first over Bethel since 2010.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: IU South Bend 72, Bethel 70.
  • Final two minutes: Titans’ 9-0 run.
  • Turnovers: IU South Bend 8, Bethel 17.
  • Points off turnovers: IU South Bend 23, Bethel 10.
  • Points in the paint: IU South Bend 44, Bethel 34.
Yes, But

The Titans won despite shooting 29.4% from 3-point range and 47.8% at the free-throw line. Their defensive pressure and ability to protect the ball helped overcome those shooting struggles.

State of Play
  • IU South Bend is 1-1 in the 2026-27 season.
  • The win was the Titans’ first against Bethel since 2010 and their first under coach Scott Cooper.
What’s Next

The Titans begin play at the Drury Inn Classic at Aquinas College on Friday, facing Saint Mary-of-the-Woods at 3 p.m.

Bottom Line

IU South Bend’s comeback showed how defensive stops and disciplined ball handling can decide a close game—even when the shots aren’t falling.