Ball State Softball head coach Lacy Schurr is stepping down from her position and will move into a role with the coaching staff at the University of Pittsburgh, according to Ball State athletics.
Schurr is moving on the be the associate head coach at the University of Pittsburgh
“We are grateful to Lacy for her contributions to the Ball State program, and we wish her well at Pitt,” said Director of Athletics Jeff Mitchell. “Our program is on an upward trajectory, and I’m excited to search for a coach that continues our upward path.”
In Schurr’s three seasons with Ball State, she led the Cardinals to an 85-75 (.534) overall record. In Mid-American Conference (MAC) play, the Cardinals were 63-34 (.649) and won the most MAC wins in a season in program history 31 wins in her first season.
The Cardinals also set the program record for most consecutive MAC wins in a season with 16 conference wins. In her final season at the helm of the Cardinals, Ball State clinched their first MAC Tournament berth since 2019.
The Cardinals fell short with back-to-back losses to Miami and Central Michigan.
Contact the Sports Section with comments at sports@bsudailynews.com or on Twitter @dn_sports.
Read More
Graduating non-traditional Ball State University students have accomplished more than a degree
By Ella Howell / 21 minutes agoBefore sunrise, while most of Ball State University’s campus remains still and quiet, a few early risers start their day to fulfill other commitments: a full-time job, missing a class to care for a sick kid or simply being in a completely new environment. There are many paths students take, and varying experiences bring diverse challenges.
Capturing The County - Episode 19
By Zach Carter and Adam Altobella / 16 hours agoIn this episode, Zach and Adam discuss the future of the Ball State Daily News and recap the Delaware County sports action from the school year.
The eyes and ears of the David Owsley Museum of Art
By Madelyn Bracken / YesterdayThe David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) doesn’t only house art. For many Ball State University students, it houses opportunity. Graduate and social media assistant, and former DOMA intern and guard, Taylor Hamblin spent the past two years working at the museum surrounded with possibilities to further her career while at Ball State.
