[3][4] The Crimson Hawks play their home games at Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex in Indiana, Pennsylvania.

In 2010, Joe Lombardi was named the Basketball Times Division II Coach of the Year, following the team's finish as national runner-up.

Conference tournament champion The Crimson Hawks have had a history of eight head coaches.

The Crimson Hawks led going into half time once in 2012 vs Maryland leading 23–21 then being outscored 52 to 38 in the second have and tied once at 37 points with South Florida in 2014.

IUP's only win vs Division I opponent came against Bucknell when Kevin Stewert hit a game-winning three pointer.