Ball State field hockey prepare to take on Saint Louis Sept. 17 at Briner Sports Complex. The Cardinals won 2-1 against the Bilikens. Sami Farmer, DN

Cardinals end 2023 campaign with a road loss to Michigan State

Although Ball State was eliminated from postseason contention a week ago, The Cardinals hoped to finish the season strong and add another loss to the Spartans losing streak on their senior day, however, it became a defensive struggle for the Cardinals to manage from the start.





Sophomore defender Sami Bird takes the ball upfield against Central Michigan Oct. 26 at Briner Sports Complex. Bird played 51 minutes in the game. Andrew Berger, DN
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Ball State snaps losing streak

This win secures the third seed in the conference for Ball State and home advantage for their quarter-final match this Sunday, October 29. At the time of this publication, the Cardinals are currently slated to face Ohio University in the Mid-American Conference tournament. 



Lindsey Blom poses for a photo Sept. 13 at Briner Sports Complex. Blom has worked for Ball State for 15 years. Mya Cataline, DN
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Lindsey Blom’s instruction makes an impact on Ball State Alumni

Blom's experience overcoming adversity helps her empathize with student athletes she has mentored during her 15-year career at Ball State University. Blom has worked as a faculty athletic representative, chairperson for Ball State’s School of Kinesiology, and professor of sport and exercise psychology, but was just named associate athletic director for championship performance.







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