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‘The best thing ever happened to me:’ Former Delta high school football player discusses his past injuries

3 days ago | ballstatedailynews.com | Zach Carter

This article is published as part of a collaborative effort by students in the School of Journalism and Strategic Communication at Ball State University and the Ball State Daily News. Produced in a classroom setting under faculty guidance, the initiative aims to provide hands-on experience while informing the public through responsible, student-driven journalism. When former Delta football player Palmer Samuels first hurt his right leg, he was optimistic because he was only a freshman at the time.
Ball State ends 2025 season with loss to Miami in MAC Softball Championship semifinal

4 weeks ago | ballstatedailynews.com | Zach Carter

Though Ball State softball kicked off its third day of the Mid-American Conference (MAC) softball championship with a 5-4 victory over No. 6 Akron Friday afternoon, the No. 4 Cardinals ended their postseason run with an 8-0 loss to No. 1 Miami. In the Cardinals’ win over the Zips, it was a back-and-forth battle from start to finish. Akron started the day with a 2-0 lead in the top of the first after a passed ball and an RBI single.
Forging a Future: Known locally as Frank’s Foundry, the former industrial site is looking to evolve.

1 month ago | ballstatedailynews.com | Trinity Rea

In the heart of Muncie’s Blaine neighborhood on the southeast side of the city, 13 acres of overgrown land, garbage, and cracked slabs of leftover foundation lie behind a 12-foot barbed wire fence. To the right of a padlocked entrance, a sign, defaced by graffiti, reads, “Future site of the Urban Training Farm. Please respect our boundaries while we clean up. Thank you!”This sign has been hanging on the site for almost 10 years.
‘A winner:’ Ally Becki reflects on her Ball State women’s basketball career

1 month ago | ballstatedailynews.com | Elijah Poe

Ally Becki is a lot of things. A champion, an MVP, a student, a basketball player, a Ball State legend. Her legacy spans 137 games, a Mid-American Conference (MAC) Tournament Championship, an appearance in the 2025 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament, countless awards and countless records. Ball State women’s basketball head coach Brady Sallee said it was genuinely exciting to see Becki progress on the court over four years.
"Home away from home:" Ball State softball seniors, parents reminence on Cardinals' senior day

1 month ago | ballstatedailynews.com | Zach Carter

John Mulholland had to take some time before talking about his daughter, McKenna “JoJo” Mulholland. Minutes after walking McKenna down the third-base line for Ball State softball’s senior day, the tears that ran down his face were hidden by dark sunglasses. “I don't think when she started playing when she was six [years old] that I expected it to be anything more than an opportunity to go out there and bond with my daughter,” John said.
‘Committed to the process:’ Ball State softball’s McKayla Timmons talks about her work ethic and her future

1 month ago | ballstatedailynews.com | Zach Carter

When she faces opposing pitchers, Ball State softball redshirt senior McKayla Timmons is usually ‘pitched around.’ “At first, I was like, ‘Well, I put five years of blood, sweat and tears in this just for them not to pitch to me,”’ Timmons said. “So it's frustrating at first, but after trying to change my perspective on it, it’s a sign of respect.”The Cardinals’ catcher has 40 walks on the season.
CARTER: Recounting my time covering Muncie Central sports

1 month ago | ballstatedailynews.com | Zach Carter

Zach Carter is a third-year journalism major and writes “Carter’s Comments” for the Daily News. His views do not necessarily reflect those of the newspaper. With 1.2 seconds left on the clock, Muncie Central boys’ basketball was tied with Yorktown 38-38 Feb. 14, 2023. Former Bearcats’ head coach Justin Ullom took a timeout and gave the purple and white the game plan. After the huddle broke, the ball was inbounded on the left wing to Muncie Central senior Daniel Harris.
Uremovich era officially underway with the Ball State football spring showcase

1 month ago | ballstatedailynews.com | Elijah Poe

Ball State football kicked off the Mike Uremovich era with its 2025 spring showcase. Although the coaches treated the showcase as a usual practice, head coach Uremovich said the spring showcase was exciting for the players to get in front of the Muncie community for the first time in 2025. Uremovich said he thinks the players adjusted well to the new coaching system. He said he plans to use the period between spring and summer to adjust the system to prepare for the upcoming season.
Heart and Humor: Local artists share their passion in silk and sketch

1 month ago | ballstatedailynews.com | Stephanie Weaver

MUNCIE, Ind. – The Murray Building in downtown Muncie houses many local businesses. Carrie Wright’s Silk Gifts & Gallery is a unique business with a fascinating story. Carrie Wright is known for her award-winning silk paintings. She says meeting her husband helped open her eyes to what she could do as a full-time artist. “I did not set out to silk paint because I wanted to win awards, per se, I set out to silk paint every single day because it’s what feeds me.
Ball State ends four-game win streak with road loss to Indiana

1 month ago | ballstatedailynews.com | Zach Carter

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Ball State baseball head coach Rich Maloney is in his 30th season as a Division I head coach. As the Cardinals faced Indiana at Bart Kaufman Field today, he stood across the field from a former player and his former assistant coach. That included Indiana head coach Jeff Mercer — former Michigan graduate assistant — and assistant coach Dustin Glant — a former Ball State baseball player. “I love those guys. I root for them when they're not playing Ball State,” Maloney said.