IUC Basketball Teams Swept by Brescia in RSC Action

Crimson Pride men and women both fall short against conference rivals

Feb. 6, 2026 at 6:15am

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The IU Columbus men's and women's basketball teams both suffered losses against Brescia University in River States Conference action on Tuesday night. The men's team fell 97-84 on the road despite strong individual performances, while the women's squad lost 81-56 at home.

Why it matters

This conference matchup was an important test for the IUC basketball programs as they look to compete in the River States Conference this season. The losses highlight areas for improvement as the teams aim to bounce back and challenge for conference titles.

The details

On the men's side, Trevin Lieck posted a double-double with 23 points and 14 rebounds for IUC, while Eric Jackson added 23 points. However, the Crimson Pride couldn't overcome Brescia's offensive firepower. For the women, Amaya Collins led all scorers with 25 points for IUC, but the team struggled to match Brescia's pace and fell by a 25-point margin.

  • The men's game took place on the road on Tuesday night.
  • The women's game was played at home on Tuesday evening.

The players

Trevin Lieck

A key player for the IUC men's basketball team who recorded a double-double in the loss.

Eric Jackson

Scored 23 points for the IUC men in the defeat.

Amaya Collins

Led all scorers with 25 points for the IUC women's team in their loss.

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What they’re saying

“We need to regroup and learn from this experience as we prepare for our next conference matchups.”

— Trevin Lieck, IUC Men's Basketball Player

What’s next

The IUC men's and women's teams will look to bounce back in their next River States Conference games, which are scheduled for this weekend.

The takeaway

This sweep at the hands of Brescia highlights the challenges facing the IUC basketball programs as they compete in the River States Conference. The teams will need to make adjustments and build on their strengths to be competitive in future matchups.