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An 18-year-old Ball State defensive back died after a shooting in Tallahassee, leaving the university and his community mourning while authorities search for the suspects.
An 18‑year‑old recent high school graduate and football player was fatally shot at a Tallahassee party, leaving the community in mourning and prompting an ongoing police investigation.
An 18‑year‑old recent high school graduate and football player was fatally wounded at a Tallahassee party, leaving his family and teammates mourning.
An 18-year-old recent graduate from Georgia was fatally wounded in a Tallahassee party shooting that also left two others injured. Police are still seeking answers as the investigation continues.
An 18-year-old Ball State freshman was fatally shot at an unsanctioned party in Tallahassee, leaving a community stunned and a GoFundMe that has already raised over $8,000.
Gavin Yates‑Lyons, a standout high school football player from Georgia, was killed in a shooting at a Tallahassee party. Two others were injured, and the investigation remains ongoing while his family mourns.
Gavin Yates-Lyons, a standout high school quarterback, died from injuries sustained in a Tallahassee shooting that also left two others wounded. The investigation continues as his family receives community support.
An 18‑year‑old recent high school graduate and football player died from injuries sustained in a shooting at a pop‑up party in Tallahassee, Florida, just days after his graduation. Two others were wounded, and the community has rallied around his family.
Gavin Yates-Lyons, an 18-year-old recent high school graduate and football player, was killed in a shooting at a Tallahassee party. Two others were wounded, and police have not made any arrests.
Gavin Yates-Lyons, an 18‑year‑old freshman defensive back at Ball State University, died after being caught in the crossfire of an unsanctioned pop‑up party in Tallahassee. The shooting left three victims, with Yates-Lyons among those fatally injured. His death has sparked tributes, a GoFundMe that raised over $8,000, and an ongoing investigation.
The Lakeview girls soccer team concluded a record‑breaking campaign with a 4‑1 loss to Portage Central in the district finals, while senior Lilamae Frank looks ahead to Ball State.
The Buckeyes have revealed the start times for their first three games of the 2026 season, highlighting a mix of early‑day and prime‑time television slots.
The Cardinals reveal their 2026 slate, featuring a kickoff at Ohio State, home games against Stony Brook and a road trip to Liberty, with all contests slated for broadcast on ESPN and BTN.
In her 25th season, Brenda Frese blends a passionate, Midwestern‑rooted philosophy with modern challenges, from viral social‑media moments to NIL dynamics, while maintaining a focus on relationships, family values and sustained on‑court success.
Ohio State enters 2026 as a 49.5‑point favorite against Ball State, marking the first meeting between the programs and the seventh MAC opponent under head coach Ryan Day. Defensive standouts Kenyatta Jackson and Jermaine Mathews appear on the Lott IMPACT Trophy watch list, while the game’s betting landscape features DraftKings and the Dallas Cowboys’ recent trophy winner.
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema secured a verbal pledge from standout wide receiver Nathan Cichy, who flipped his commitment from Harvard. The addition bolsters a recruiting class that now ranks 24th nationally.
Nathan Cichy, a 6‑foot‑1, 185‑pound wide receiver from Mount Prospect, Illinois, has flipped his commitment from Harvard to the University of Illinois, bringing a proven track record of production and athleticism to the Illini's 2026 recruiting class.
The Cardinals will open spring drills after spring break, featuring a Pro Day on March 2, a series of workouts, and a public showcase on April 18 under coach Mike Uremovich.
The Cardinals surged ahead early, but a resilient Western Michigan side rallied to claim a dramatic win in the eighth inning.
The University of North Florida's women's basketball program has announced its 13‑player roster for the 2026‑27 campaign, blending seasoned returners with four promising newcomers.
Ball State announced its 2026 women's soccer schedule, featuring 11 Mid‑American Conference contests and seven non‑conference games, highlighted by an opening exhibition against Indiana State and a home matchup with IU Indy on Aug. 12. The Cardinals, coming off a strong 2025 campaign, will battle a varied slate of opponents before the MAC Tournament at Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio.
The Cardinals loaded the bases in the fourth but could not capitalize, allowing Toledo to pull ahead and win 8‑2.
The Cardinals have released their full 2026 regular‑season calendar, blending a demanding MAC slate with a seven‑game non‑conference stretch that begins with an exhibition against Indiana State and a home opener against IU Indy on August 12.
Three Ball State student‑athletes receive 2026 All-MAC honors, highlighting standout performances and setting the stage for a key matchup with Toledo.