Plain and simple, the group fell below expectations and head coach Erwin van Bennekom’s standards.
In a season filled with seemingly endless woes, the Hoosiers had their hearts broken on Thursday night.
Indiana is scoreless and winless in Big Ten play.
The Hoosiers underwent their first true test of adversity on a brisk Thursday night in Minneapolis, suffering a demoralizing 3-0 defeat to Minnesota.
"We have a lot to learn this season, but I think the future is bright,” head coach Erwin van Bennekom said.
The Irish have been solid across the board to start the season.
It took nearly 322 minutes, but the Hoosiers' scoring drought finally vanished Thursday.
Indiana moves ahead, hoping to generate better shots soon.
While the defense dominated, Indiana's offense continued to struggle.
Despite a disappointing conclusion to the 2021 season, the team’s youth alone should warrant optimism for 2022.
Solutions by The State News