The MAC released its football schedule for 2010, finalizing Ball State's slate.
Ball State got solid starts against host UAB from Cal Bowling, Scott Brothers Jr. and Kolbrin Vitek, but all three came away without a victory. In the final three games, nine relievers combined to go 0-2 with three blown saves, a 9.75 ERA and 17 walks in 12 innings of work.
Emily Maggert, not sporting the protective mask she wore earlier this week against Northern Illinois University, scored 15 points and grabbed 13 rebounds to lead Ball State. Ty'Ronda Benning posted 12 points while Audrey McDonald added 11 to join Maggert in double figures.
The 45-42 Toledo win gave the Rockets their first MAC win of the season in 15 tries and snapped their 19-game losing streak as Ball State enters its regular season finale Thursday at Western Michigan needing a win.
The Blazers snatched a 10-9 extra-innings win from the Cardinals' clutch, coming back from deficits of 5-2 and 9-7 in the late innings. After a 6-0 win earlier in the day, the victory in the nightcap gave UAB (2-2) a sweep of the doubleheader.
The Cardinals run-ruled Wright State University 10-0 in Elizabeth Milian's no-hitter on Friday, and followed that up by sweeping Austin Peay State University and Central Connecticut State University Saturday by combined 20-4 scores heading into today's game against undefeated University of Tennessee at Martin.
In a matter of days, the Ball State University Snowboarding and Ski Club, with help from another company, constructed an embankment of snow for its inaugural Rail Jam.
On Dec. 22, 2009, Ball State University dance professor Susan Koper lost her son Dylan Heinztelman, 13, in a car crash as the family was driving from Muncie. On Sunday, the Student Dance Association is hosting Dancing for Dylan, a benefit concert to celebrate the life of Dylan and provide support for Koper and her family.
The Ball State University Fashion Merchandising Association hosted a dress drive called Cinderella's Closet Saturday afternoon.
A Ball State University student was killed in a car accident early Saturday morning in Shelby County.
Annie Porter, 87, said she was thankful to Ball State University students for clearing off her sidewalk and trimming a tree in her front yard during Student Government Association's Make an Impact Day
Sigma Nu fraternity raised $3,100 for Big Brothers Big Sisters at it's ninth annual Miss Greek Pageant, topping the previous record by $900.
The first four seeds in the MAC Tournament earn the important first-round bye. The first two seeds go to the West and East Division champions and the next two seeds are the next best conference teams based on MAC records. Seeds five through 12 must play a first-round MAC Tournament game at campus sites before advancing to quarterfinal play in Cleveland against seeds one through four.
For more on today's meet, check Monday's edition of The Ball State Daily News.
Television stations and news reports have turned their attention to Chile's earthquake. While there are still reports coming from Haiti, the public now wants to know about the newest natural disaster. But do we move on too quickly to the next bout of destruction?
Known for sewing a provocative quote into lining of a suit for the Prince of Wales, Alexander McQueen was the rebellious British designer who made a significant impact on fashion history. However, his time was cut short when he was found dead on Feb. 11 in his apartment in London. McQueen committed suicide by hanging himself.
Detroit Mercy came into Saturday's action riding a three-match win streak with one win coming against Mid-American Conference opponent University of Toledo. Despite the tougher competition, Ball State took care of business, winning four of its singles matches in straight sets.
Ball State is more than halfway through its regular season, and the wear and tear of the sport has started to take its toll on the gymnasts. Coach Nadalie Walsh said she may rest some gymnasts so they are in peak shape come the MAC Championships.
For complete coverage, check tomorrow's edition of The Ball State Daily News.
"Dancing for Dylan" commemorated the life of Dylan Heintzelman, son of BSU dance instructor Susan Koper. The event was held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday in Pruis Hall.
