The fans in attendance at Circle K Fieldhouse at Nexus Park were excited as the Indiana University Columbus Crimson Pride prepared to face the #9 ranked University of Rio Grande RedStorm. With the Crimson Pride coming off a gritty, hard-fought win against Midway University just days earlier, there was a sense of confidence and momentum.

The game was intense at the start from both sides. Rio Grande, living up to their national ranking, controlled early possession, testing the IU Columbus defensive line with swift, organized attacks. At 9:37 Rio Grande was awarded a penalty kick, and Facundo Rossich found the back of the net for the early 1-0 lead. Rossich was able to score his second goal at 22:45 on an assist by Riku Okimoto. The visitors kept up the pressure, and they were awarded another penalty kick late in the half (41:39). Will Perry nailed it for a 3-0 margin at the half.

The second half was a defensive battle, and Rio Grande was more conservative offensively with their three goal lead. There were no goals scored in the half and the RedStorm stayed unbeaten in River States Conference play.

The statistics had the visitors with a big edge in shots and shots on goal (9/4) to the host's (3/1). The Crimson Pride had a slight edge in corner kicks at 5-4. Rio Grande was cited for 15 penalties and 3 yellow cards to 6 penalties and 1 yellow card for the Crimson Pride.

Next on the schedule: The Crimson Pride have some time off before their next game as they will travel to Terre Haute on Sunday, October 25th to play River States Conference foe St. Mary of the Woods at 3:30 pm.