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(8 hours ago)
BOWLING GREEN, OHIO—After her post-match interview, Megan Wielonski trotted across the court at the Stroh Center to booming cheers from a Wielonski family contingent of more than a dozen strong.Ball State’s senior setter grew up about two and a half hours north of Bowling Green, so a family trip to see her play in the quarterfinals of the Mid-American Conference (MAC) Tournament was not a bad idea for a Friday night. They didn’t only make the trip to see the No. 3 Cardinals (21-9, 13-5 MAC) sweep No. 6 Toledo (17-14, 10-8 MAC) to advance to the semifinals, but to see Wielonski make Ball State history as well.“My parents were texting me [leading up to the match] and saying that I was close,” she said. “But I just went back to trusting my training and going out there and doing what I usually do.”Wielonski served up four service aces tonight, helping the Cardinals to victory while becoming Ball State’s sole leader in service aces with 194 career service aces. “That’s something that’s been important to her and well-deserved,” head coach Kelli Miller Phillips said. “She has been a phenomenal server all four years for us. I just felt that sigh of relief, of happiness, of joy because I know how badly she wanted that — and she served bullets.”In addition to Wielonski’s record-breaking aces, three other Cardinals registered aces against the Rockets totaling nine as a team.“We’ve really put a big emphasis on serving game and it’s really been nice to see it come through,” Wielonski said. “Making sure we were attacking them at the service line and being aggressive in that way is really what helped us win the game.”Phillips said the Rockets ran a “totally different” lineup compared to what they had run during the regular season, but Ball State was able to keep them off balance from the service line, not allowing them to play their offense. “We are one of those teams I think that’s really mature,” Phillips said. “We’ve been through a lot, we face different lineups [and] we train versus different lineups. I always tell them, coming into a tournament, we want to make sure we have Plan A, Plan B, Plan C, so no matter what anybody throws at us … you’re as prepared as possible.”It was a business-first affair for the Cardinals, who made short work of Toledo in sets one and two with 25-16 and 25-11 set wins, respectively. Set three saw a hot start from the Rockets, in defiance of their two-set deficit. Down 8-4 early on, Phillips called timeout. “I was not surprised by that,” Phillips said. “We had a really, really strong showing in set two and I knew they were going to bounce back. They’re a veteran team, they were going to come out playing high emotion and we had talked about that before — we got to just stay the course.”
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Tonight: Tonight we will see a transition from sort of a colder drizzle to just clouds. Winds wont be as harsh as what we've been used to seeing just recently within the past couple of days. The low for tonight won't be the most desirable temperature, unless you love the cold, so if you plan to go anywhere be sure to bundle up.
(19 hours ago)
In today's technology-driven world of education, learning has evolved to incorporate tools for teaching. Online learning platforms play a significant role in delivering content effectively to diverse groups. Yet, ensuring access to these resources for people with disabilities is a pressing issue that cannot be overlooked. This is where the importance of 508 compliance becomes evident.
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New York City, the city that never sleeps, offers an electrifying array of adult entertainment experiences that promise to leave a lasting impression. Whether you're a local or a visitor seeking a thrilling night out, NYC's vibrant nightlife scene has something for everyone. From sultry performances to immersive experiences, the city is a playground for those looking to indulge in unforgettable adult adventures.
(23 hours ago)
MUNCIE, Ind. — Gibson Arena is the home to the Cornfed Roller Derby, Muncie’s only roller derby team. This evening, though, the team was sharing their craft with new skaters.
(11/22/24 1:17am)
Tonight: Temperatures dropping below freezing. Snow turns to a wintery mix before becoming all rain. Wind gusts up to 30 mph.
(11/22/24 12:35am)
Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general following scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation that shows uncertainty about his capability to be established as the nation’s chief federal law enforcement officer.
(11/22/24 2:45am)
MUNCIE, Ind. — On Friday, the College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) will hold its second annual CCIM Preview Day at Ball State.
(11/22/24 12:00am)
Muncie, Ind. – The Ball State Women’s Volleyball team held their Senior Night, on Saturday as they celebrated players for their achievements on the court and in the classroom. Although emotions were high, head coach Kelli Miller Philips believed that the team kept their composure throughout the game despite the loss.
(11/21/24 10:57pm)
MUNCIE, Ind. — Ball State senior, Payton Sparks, returned to Worthen Arena this fall.
(11/21/24 9:33pm)
Ian and Ian talk about the new Halo 2 inspired content coming to Halo InfiniteCheckpoint is Byte's video news series, reporting on recent events in the world of entertainment, tech, and pop culture. Whether it's video games, film, television, or music, we've got you covered!Anchors: Ian Case & Ian FraserExecutive Producer: Mason MundyScript: Ian CaseVideo Editing: Ian CaseAudio Editing: Ian CaseIntro Graphics: Ryan MinterGraphics: Ryan MinterThumbnail: Mason MundyOriginal Thumbnail Images From: MicrosoftMusic: Jack McGinnisSources:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77CMLVQrvBQ&pp=ygUdaGFsbyBpbmZpbml0ZSBoYWxvIDIgdHJhaWxlciA%3D
(11/21/24 9:31pm)
Ian and Ian discuss the new Nintendo products, both of which aren't video gamesCheckpoint is Byte's video news series, reporting on recent events in the world of entertainment, tech, and pop culture. Whether it's video games, film, television, or music, we've got you covered!Anchors: Ian Case & Ian FraserExecutive Producer: Mason MundyScript: Ian FraserVideo Editing: Ian FraserAudio Editing: Ian FraserIntro Graphics: Ryan MinterGraphics: Ryan MinterThumbnail: Mason MundyOriginal Thumbnail Images From: MicrosoftMusic: Jack McGinnisSources:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMqWTkgDt6Ahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQ5EeImWYaI&t=53shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fb4__RzOVNshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYZuiFDQwQw
(11/22/24 1:56am)
Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general following scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation,according to the Associated Press.
(11/21/24 2:54pm)
Pink and blue lights lit up Muncie City Hall Nov. 20 as the Muncie Queer Alliance (MQA) held an annual vigil for Transgender Day of Remembrance.
(11/21/24 3:29am)
Michael Lewis was not happy during Ball State’s 70-59 loss to Detroit Mercy on Wednesday evening. Shaking his head, yelling at players and hitting the scorer’s desk were all things the third-year head coach did as the Cardinals tried to get back in the contest. None of those things helped as the red and white lost their third-straight game. “Offensively, we will continue to shoot 38 percent until I am able to fix this offense,” Lewis said. “I will be fixing it tomorrow because we're going to have to pass the basketball. If you don't want to pass the basketball, you're not going to have a choice.”The Cardinals only had 11 assists in the contest, and they turned the ball over 15 times. They went 17-for-44 from the field and 5-for-25 from 3-point range. Coming into this season, the Cardinals added multiple new players. Five games in, Lewis said they are still having issues getting guys not to play selfishly. “We're just very selfish offensively, and guys don't like it when I use that word,” he said. “I've explained to them in different ways what selfishness is. When you take a bad shot or you turn the ball over and you don't sprint the floor, that's selfish. When your job is to set a screen and execute in a set, but you don't set a screen, that's selfish. “We couldn't even get in a zone set today and we couldn't get five guys on the same page.”Lewis said he’s been reading articles and trying to find other ways to change the Cardinals’ attitude. For the last two games, he mentioned his staff has shown them good clips of NBA teams or other college teams who have found success. But that hasn’t helped. Lewis said guys have dropped their eyes when a play called in a timeout huddle isn’t going to them. “What pisses me off right now is there are some other guys that are finding the answers and solving the problem much quicker than my staff and I are,” Lewis said. “That's where I got to be better.”Sitting right next to Lewis in the post-game press conference was redshirt senior Mickey Pearson Jr. and junior Juanse Gorosito. While both played well against the Titans – Pearson Jr. had a double-double (12 points and 11 rebounds) and Gorosito had 12 points – both echoed what their coach said. “I got to be better as a leader and better when things aren't going my way,” Pearson Jr. said. “Knowing that I'm the older guy on the team, they look to me for some of that type of stuff. We are going through a rough patch right now.”Gorosito agreed with everything both Lewis and Pearson Jr. said when discussing the teams’ issues. “We have to share the ball more and just have to put the team first,” he said. While Lewis is fighting the problem of selfishness, he said that all college coaches are going through it. With players being able to move on from a university after only one season, setting a standard is hard. “If I was in their position, I would probably be the same way,” Lewis said. “And then you've got a crazy, bald, white dude and his staff trying to get you to do it for Ball State.”But that’s his goal. To him, it doesn't matter if the players see him as a ‘crazy, bald, white guy.’ He wants the Cardinals to look at something bigger than themselves and find a way to translate it on the court. “Until we get guys that are playing for the front of the jersey, we're going to struggle,” he said. “It's a challenge that I've got to be better at because everybody is telling them, get yours, get yours. And it's all about you, you and you. My staff and I are trying to preach to the team and what's best for Ball State. We have not been able to get that across.”Yet, Lewis doesn’t just want the team to find a way to play unselfishly. He put it as simply as this: finding their joy for the game. “They played the game because they love it,” Lewis said. “And if anybody is in their life that is trying to steal that joy from playing the game of basketball, then they've got to separate themselves from that for the time being… The game is a team game and that's what you fell in love with.” Ball State will begin its five-game road trip when the Cardinals play in their first game of the Gulf Coast Showcase in Estero, Florida. They will face Eastern Kentucky Monday, Nov. 25 at noon. Contact Zach Carter at zachary.carter@bsu.edu or via X @ZachCarter85.
(11/21/24 3:05am)
Ball State men’s basketball lost its home contest Wednesday night against Detroit Mercy 70-59. The Titans came into the game coming off a loss against Toledo and the Cardinals were also looking to get back in the win column after a ten-point home loss to Indiana State Nov. 16.The Cardinals dropped another game, making it three-straight losses, and things do not seem to be improving. With a five-game road trip coming up, it will be interesting to see what head coach Michael Lewis and his team can do moving forward.Here are three takeaways from the loss.Sloppy and unproductive offensive first halfThe first 10 to 15 minutes of the first half blatantly did not look good for the Cardinals. They looked confused on offense and could not seem to get things rolling early on. The rotations and substitutions were off and everyone seemed unprepared to open up the contest.Lewis subbed senior center Payton Sparks out at the 18:03 mark for senior center Ben Hendriks. Sparks was then subbed back in at the 18:00 minute mark and Hendriks was back in again with 17:38 on the clock. In the first half, Ball State shot 33.3 percent from the field and just 18.2 percent from beyond the 3-point line. Add in the fact the misses were not close and a couple were airballs, and that number gets even worse. Five Cardinals did not hit a single shot from the field and those five players combined to be 0-for-9. Pre-season All-MAC center Payton Sparks put up one shot but was two-for-six from the charity stripe. Redshirt senior forward Mickey Pearson Jr. led the Cardinals with eight first-half points.Bench continues to contribute energy despite the lossJunior transfer Jaunse Gorosito picked up where he left off against Indiana State in providing a much-needed spark off the bench. Gorosito put up 11 bench points against Indiana State and added 12 tonight. He led the team from deep and was 3-for-5 from beyond the arc. Gorostio was 4-for-6 from the field and added two rebounds, an assist and two steals in 19 minutes off the bench.The energy emitted from Gorosito outside of his scoring and shot-making capabilities. One of his assists led to a second-half and-one bucket from Pearson Jr. that got the fans in Worthen on their feet. He continued to make plays on defense and made a few big plays here and there although getting himself into foul trouble.Also coming off the bench was graduate student transfer Jeremiah Hernandez who provided six points an assist and two steals. Hernandez was also a perfect 4-for-4 from the free-throw line. Hernandez played 19 minutes and was relatively clean on the floor with no fouls and just one turnover.Freshman guard TJ Burch continued to shine as well, putting up six points and shooting 2-for-5 from the field in limited minutes. Burch knocked down one 3-pointer to add to his total. He also tallied a steal while turning the ball over once. Poor rebounding and too many mistakesDetroit Mercy out-rebounded Ball State 40-to-30 and 13-to-6 on the Titans' offensive half. The Cardinals gave up too many second-chance points and were bullied in the paint as Detroit Mercy scored 30 points in the paint compared to Ball State’s 24. To add insult to injury, the Titans scored 17 points off turnovers compared to the 10 Ball State scored. Detroit Mercy did give up one more turnover than the Cardinals but Ball State was not as productive in turning those takeaways into points. Ball State will hit the road to take on Eastern Kentucky in the Gulf Coast Showcase Nov. 25. Tip-off is scheduled for noon from Estero, Florida. Contact Logan Connor via email at logan.connor@bsu.edu or via X @_loganconnor
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When Ethan Brittain-Watts was a freshman at Culver Military Academy in Culver, Indiana, the current Ball State graduate student guard and his mother, Michelle, started a tradition. Before every game, they find each other. After locking eyes, Michelle rubs her hand over her heart, signaling that she’s always there, and she loves him. “I'm a mama's boy,” Ethan said. While it may seem like a simple interaction between a mother and son, it goes beyond that. She only missed one game in his entire high school basketball career and was there when the COVID-19 pandemic stripped away his chance of playing in the NCAA Tournament while at Boston University. But most recently, she was by his side after his entire 2023-24 season at Ball State concluded with a season-ending injury. “We are extremely proud of him,” Michelle said. “He's not had an easy feat through all of this, but he continues to find his way and use his resources.”‘The luxury you have being a kid in Indiana’Growing up, Ethan would spend time studying things, even when he was young. When Michelle and her husband, Mark, would buy their son a video game, he would spend lengthy amounts of time analyzing how the computer would play him. He has had a similar mindset when it comes to sports. Ethan enjoyed football and basketball growing up, and his first dream was to play in the NFL. But after a concussion, his parents stopped him from continuing to play on the gridiron. “Luckily, God blessed me to be good at basketball,” Ethan said.While Ethan had talent with the basketball in his hands, his surroundings were Indiana hoops as Michelle and Mark both coached AAU. Later, Michelle, who is now the CEO of Edison School of the Arts, also coached girls’ basketball and volleyball at Pike High School for multiple years. Throw in the fact Ethan and Mark would attend a high school basketball game in Indianapolis every week during the season, the game became more than that. “That's the luxury you have being a kid in Indiana,” Ethan said. But when he got to high school, he became a part of the atmosphere he grew up watching. In four years at Culver, the guard recorded 1,295 points and 13.8 points per game. During his junior year, the Eagles won the IHSAA Class 3A State Championship. His senior season, they made it to Bankers Life Fieldhouse — now named Gainbridge Fieldhouse — once again. But this time, it was a defeat as the Eagles were named the Class 3A state runner-up. The scene following the loss is a memory Ethan hasn’t forgotten. “I was crouching over, trying to let it all sink in that we just lost,” he said. “Looking up, there were cameras in my face. I couldn’t even take the moment in. That's just what you grew up dreaming about.” After his high school career came to a close, it was time to try his luck at the next level. When Boston University came into the picture, it was an institution that aligned with the way Ethan studied at Culver. “We just wanted him to go someplace where he was wanted and that he felt comfortable with,” Michelle said. “It gave him a sense of self-advocacy and leadership. When we went on that visit [to Boston], it was the place for him to go … I was kind of excited because it's always been faith, family, academics then basketball for him. So that fit the perfect mold for what he was used to with the academic rigor at Culver … I always told him, ‘As long as I can get you by car or by air, you can go wherever you want to.’”
(11/21/24 11:30pm)
ELIZABETHTOWN, Ind. – From the outside looking in, someone passing by the Elizabethtown Farms might think it is just an ordinary farm. However, Elizabethtown Farms is more than just that.
(11/21/24 1:22am)
Tonight: Scattered rain showers will persist overnight, transitioning to a mixture of rain and snow, before fully becoming snow in the early morning hours tomorrow.
(11/20/24 11:59pm)
Ball State’s Student Government Association (SGA) held their weekly senate meeting Nov. 20. Vice President of Student Affairs, Ro-Anne Royer Engle, came to talk to SGA about
