# Ball State University athletics updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ball-state-university-athletics-updates
> Updated: 2026-10-09T04:01:09.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Ball State University athletics reported recent updates regarding their women’s soccer and volleyball programs. In women’s soccer, the Cardinals earned a 1-0 victory against the Bowling Green Falcons following an own goal in the 11th minute. Goalkeeper Kate Pallante recorded multiple saves to secure the win, which resulted in the Falcons’ first conference loss of the season.

In women’s volleyball, the Cardinals are scheduled to host Central Michigan at Worthen Arena. Ball State was recently projected to finish second in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) preseason coaches’ poll.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-09: Ball State University athletics report volleyball and soccer updates

Ball State University athletics saw success in women's soccer with a 1-0 win over Bowling Green and prepares to host Central Michigan in women's volleyball.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ball-state-university-athletics-report-volleyball-and-soccer-updates

### 2026-10-04: Hoosier Classic tennis tournament sees wins for Ball State and Miami University

Collegiate women's tennis teams Ball State and Miami University secured multiple singles and doubles victories during the Hoosier Classic hosted by Indiana University.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hoosier-classic-tennis-tournament-sees-wins-for-ball-state-and-miami-university

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