football 10/13/2020, 12:00pm Hansen: Why Colts fans shouldn’t worry after loss to Cleveland Browns By Ian Hansen The Colts are 3-2. That alone should be a reason why fans of the Indianapolis Colts shouldn’t worry about their team, despite an ugly, 32-23 loss to the Cleveland Browns (4-1).
Football 10/10/2020, 9:57am Blackford unable to stop Mississinewa's run game, falls to 3-4 By Evan Weaver The Indians took advantage of three rushing touchdowns — from 10, 45 and 31 yards out — in the first half from junior running back Carson Campbell, jumping to a 20-7 lead before halftime and eventually winning 41-7.
Volleyball 10/8/2020, 3:00pm A hidden hitch: Former men's volleyball player opens up about his concerns with the team. By Connor Smith and Ian Hansen Not only did Turner have to adjust to a new lifestyle in college while simultaneously acclimating himself to a new volleyball team, but he also had to face a long-lasting issue beyond the court as one of the only African Americans in the program.
Football 10/7/2020, 3:25pm Ball State Football releases 6-game, conference-only 2020 schedule By Connor Smith Ball State will face all five of its West Division rivals — Central Michigan, Eastern Michigan, Northern Illinois, Toledo and Western Michigan — along with one East Division foe — Miami (Ohio) — to complete its 2020 regular season.
Athletics 10/7/2020, 12:00pm An Extended warmup: Ball State student-athletes get creative and stay fit during their extended periods at home By Connor Granlund Instead of finishing their spring seasons or making improvements with their teams, Ball State student-athletes found new ways to work out at home during their offseason.
Baseball 10/6/2020, 12:00pm Smith: 2020 MLB Postseason has potential to be the most exciting and unpredictable yet By Connor Smith Even if it only lasts one year, the MLB’s new, expanded postseason format has given baseball fans a reason to embrace the game and sport.
football 10/3/2020, 9:49am Delta passing, receiving earns Eagles first win over Pendleton Heights since 2015 By Evan Weaver For the past five years, Pendleton Heights (4-3) acted as the “monkey on the back” to Delta (5-1), and Eagles head coach Chris Overholt was satisfied to see his team finally hit its stride and get that proverbial monkey off of their back after defeating the Arabians 28-21 last night.
Basketball 10/2/2020, 12:00pm Granlund: NBA needs to make the most out of its 2020-21 regular season, with some restrictions By Connor Granlund This begs the question — what should the league do heading into its 2020-21 regular season?
Football 10/1/2020, 12:00pm Following a successful high school career, Qian Magwood is eager to take the next step with Ball State Football By Connor Smith It wasn’t an easy decision for Magwood on choosing where to compete. He said it came down to “the last second” before accepting the Cardinals’ offer this past February.
Basketball 9/30/2020, 3:00pm Bowles: Why Indianapolis is a perfect location for a college basketball bubble By Charleston Bowles In early September, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports hinted the city of Indianapolis — home of the NCAA’s national headquarters — received strong consideration to be chosen as a bubble location for this upcoming college basketball season.
Football 9/26/2020, 10:00am Delta defeats New Castle for 7th year in a row, 11th straight all-time By Evan Weaver Delta defeated the Trojans 33-21, and Friday’s game was the closest since 2017 between the two teams when Delta defeated New Castle 56-49.
Football 9/25/2020, 4:59pm Mid-American Conference to have fall football season, becomes final Football Bowl Subdivision conference to make decision By Connor Smith and Ian Hansen The season will begin Wednesday, Nov. 4, with the championship game taking place either Dec. 18 or 19.
Sports 9/24/2020, 3:00pm How Ball State Athletics is adapting as fall sports are put on hold By Charleston Bowles Ball State’s athletic department is in an unusual place. On Aug. 8, the Mid-American Conference became the first Football Bowl Subdivision conference to postpone all fall sports amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Football 9/23/2020, 3:00pm A different game: Danny Pinter compares his Ball State Football experience to his time with the Colts By Ian Hansen While the NFL and college ball both fall into the category of the sport of football, there is a world of difference between the two. Former Ball State offensive lineman Danny Pinter found that out soon after he became the 29th Cardinal drafted into the NFL when the Indianapolis Colts selected him in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft last April.
Sports 9/22/2020, 12:00pm Smith: Watching sports virtually can be just as exciting as the in-person experience By Connor Smith There are plenty of pros that come with watching a sporting event from the comfort of your own room as opposed to from the stands.
Football 9/16/2020, 3:00pm Hansen: Colts have to improve in every area of the game if they want to meet off-season expectations By Ian Hansen The Indianapolis Colts have Super Bowl aspirations and look good on paper. The Jacksonville Jaguars, who beat Indianapolis 27-20 on Sunday, Sep. 13, had expectations to be a contender for the number one pick in the 2021 NFL draft.
Softball 9/16/2020, 12:00pm Lacy Wood is excited to lead Ball State Softball and remains confident heading into 2021 By Connor Smith Having spent the last five seasons on the coaching staff at Harvard University, the Louisville, Kentucky, native said it was an easy choice on deciding to come to Ball State.
Football 9/11/2020, 12:00pm Three Ball State Football players credit redshirt season for where they are now By Charleston Bowles As several college athletic conferences, including the Mid-American Conference, have come to a standstill due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many athletes have been forced to redshirt this year.
Feature 9/10/2020, 12:07pm A catalyst for change: Players and coaches believe conversation and knowledge will spark change against racial injustice By Ian Hansen Sports have been a single form of normalcy for many in the United States. In the times of a pandemic and social unrest, many people turn to sports as an escape — until they can’t.
Volleyball 9/8/2020, 12:00pm Smith: Despite the lack of a fall season, the future is bright for Ball State Women’s Volleyball By Connor Smith Due to the postponement of all Mid-American Conference fall sports, Ball State Women’s Volleyball won’t return to the court until next spring at the earliest. However, last season’s MAC Championship was the beginning of a new era for the Cardinals.
Football 12/31/2020, 10:00am A Neu day: How Mike Neu stayed positive through the struggles and found success By Ian Hansen
Football 12/31/2020, 7:41pm Ball State wins its 1st bowl game in program history against No. 19 San Jose State
Football 12/19/2020, 1:06am Ball State Football wins its first MAC Championship in 24 years, defeats No. 23 Buffalo
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