Ball State University Athletics
Hall of Fame
Eric Nixon
- Induction:
- 1998
- Class:
- 1988
Nixon, a member of the tennis team from 1984 through 1988, Nixon and teammate Todd Hershey won the MAC Championship at No. 1 doubles as sophomores and juniors after claiming the MAC’s No. 3 doubles crown in their freshman seasons. As seniors, Nixon and Hershey advanced to the NCAA Tournament in doubles and ranked as high as 12th in the country before finishing the season ranked 18th in the nation. As juniors, the duo advanced to the semifinals of the prestigious Volvo Fall All-American Tournament plus won the district championship in doubles. As a singles player, Nixon was the MAC Champion at No. 4 singles as a junior. He was a three-time All-MAC selection and helped Ball State to four straight conference crowns.
Track and Field // MAC Championship Promo: President Mearns and Alana Springer
Tuesday, May 12
This Week in Ball State Sports // Mick Tidrow and Jeff Mitchell wrap up the academic year
Thursday, May 07
Sports Link: Senior Salute
Monday, May 04
Men's Volleyball // NCAA Regional Final Press Conference
Sunday, May 03
