Joining Charlie Cardinal’s 48-Year Tradition Means Shutting Your Beak
Past and present Charlie Cardinals say hiding their identity and maintaining the mascot’s mystique require a lot of planning and a little misdirection.
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Entries by Dan Forst
Ball State vs. IU: A House Divided
Family football loyalties could become strained as the Cardinals and Hoosiers square off Saturday, the first of four meetings during the next five seasons.
Kelli Miller Ready to ‘Suit up’ as Women’s Volleyball Coach
The six-year assistant coach eyes a MAC title and an NCAA berth after taking the reins from legendary predecessor Steve Shondell.
Volleyball Coach Shondell’s Retirement Ends Era at Ball State
Steve Shondell, who followed his dad into volleyball coaching, led the Ball State women’s team for six seasons and the Burris girls team for more than 30.
From Durable QB to Head Coach, Mike Neu Returns to Ball State
Engaging the Cardinal fans and fielding an exciting team are priorities for the coach with a two-decade career in football.
Sportsmanship a Way of Life for Tennis Coach Bill Richards
[dropcap]M[/dropcap]en’s tennis coach Bill Richards says he’s humbled and flattered to receive the NCAA’s Bob Frederick Sportsmanship Award for the 2014-15 season. “I am sure there were many others who were deserving of it,” he said. “To me, sportsmanship is the core value of intercollegiate athletics.” The Frederick Award honors an NCAA member institution, coach […]
Baseball Team Wins Games, Hearts in the Dominican Republic
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Cardinals baseball team has a winning record through the first half of its season, but what the team won during Thanksgiving week 2015 just might be more important. Players got an unforgettable blend of top-notch competition, international travel and growing closer to the true meaning of the holiday. The team journeyed to the Dominican […]