Indiana women’s basketball coach Teri Moren takes proactive approach to fixing locker room culture

Indiana women's basketball coach Teri Moren recognized the need to improve the team's locker room culture after two seasons of instability. The rise of NIL, revshare, and a reliance on the transfer portal had disrupted the team's previous stability, with a high turnover rate that broke the cycle of knowledge passing down from experienced players.

Moren acknowledged her own shortcomings in managing the situation, stating that she did not take a proactive approach to the changes occurring within the team. The 2023-24 season saw the Hoosiers struggling with maturity and experience, finishing with an 18-14 record and not making the NCAA Tournament. They experienced a nine-game losing streak and lacked the experience necessary to navigate the season.

In response, Moren took a proactive approach by signing four veteran transfers from Power Five schools in the 2025-26 class. These players, all experienced and accomplished, brought a wealth of knowledge and maturity to the team. They had all played at high levels and won games at their respective universities. With the addition of these seasoned players, Moren implemented biweekly team meetings led by assistant coach Ali Patberg to further address team issues such as adversity, leadership, goal setting, and accountability.

These meetings help the team build a stronger connection and a lasting culture built to succeed in the Big Ten.