
Ball State Secures 1-0 Victory Over Cincinnati in Home Opener
The Cardinals edged Cincinnati 1-0 at Briner Sports Complex, marking their first series win and setting the stage for a senior day showdown with Eastern Illinois.
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The Cardinals edged Cincinnati 1-0 at Briner Sports Complex, marking their first series win and setting the stage for a senior day showdown with Eastern Illinois.

Purdue's early penalty precision and relentless attack overwhelmed Ball State, securing a 5-0 win at Folk Field. The Cardinals prepare to host Cincinnati on Sunday.

The Cardinals are set for a Thursday road clash with Purdue and a Sunday home match against Cincinnati, games that will test a young squad riding a strong road record and looking to build on early freshman breakthroughs.

Ball State’s soccer squad fell 2-0 on the road against Western Kentucky, failing to convert several chances.

A modest crowd witnessed a tightly contested match where Keller opened the scoring before Butler's Chloe Brecht equalized, with Pallante's crucial saves preserving the tie.

A rain‑delayed match in Muncie saw Ball State dominate with early and late goals, a strong defensive display, and a fifth clean sheet for goalkeeper Kate Pallante.

Ball State University’s soccer team began its campaign with a 2-0 win over IU Indy, highlighted by goals from Kaelyn Valleau and Anna Kate Robillard and a praised tactical shift under head coach Andy Stoots.

The Cardinals will host IU Indianapolis on Wednesday at 4 p.m. at the Briner Sports Complex, kicking off a season that blends experienced returnees with a wave of fresh talent.

The IU Indianapolis Jaguars open the 2026 season on August 12 at Ball State, returning seven starters and welcoming a wave of newcomers under head coach Angela Berry White.