Box Score The heat wave couldn't stop the IU Columbus soccer team tonight. Their dominant 4-0 victory over Cincinnati-Clermont was more than just a win—it was a statement.

The second half opened with IU Columbus already holding a comfortable 2-0 lead, but they weren't content to sit back. Coach Nolan's halftime adjustments saw Alejandro Saldivar and Dylan Krueckeberg enter the fray, injecting fresh energy into the squad.

It didn't take long for the Crimson Pride to strike again. In the 51st minute, Bryce Dolenc threaded a perfect pass to Logan Puls, who calmly slotted home IU Columbus' third goal of the night.
Cincinnati-Clermont tried to respond, but IU Columbus goalkeeper Jacob Kasarda stood tall, making crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet.

The defense, anchored by Justin Sylva and Benjamin Jimenez, frustrated the visitors at every turn.
As the match wore on, tensions began to rise. IU Columbus' Cung Mang received a straight red card in the 61st minute, forcing the team to adapt to playing with ten men. But rather than falter, they rose to the challenge.

In the 77th minute, Christian Cardoso found Gideon Adegbeminiyi with a pinpoint pass, and he hammered home IU Columbus' fourth and final goal of the night.
The final minutes saw IU Columbus weather a few last-gasp attacks from Cincinnati-Clermont, with Kasarda making a spectacular save in the 86th minute to deny Nathan Weitz.
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The win makes IU Columbus 2-0 on the season.