Ball State University Athletics
Cardinal Camp 2019
August 03, 2019 | Football
The Countdown to the Season Opener against Indiana is On!!!
The Ball State football team reported back to campus on Aug. 1 to begin preparations for the start of the 2019 season.
Keep up-to-date with everything involving the Rad & White during Cardinal Camp right here on BallStateSports.com and on social media (@BallStateFB, @BallStateSports, BallStateFB on Instagram).
Important Dates
Aug. 2 - First official team practice
Aug. 5 - Paint the Town Red
Aug. 10 - Saturday Scrimmage, 2 p.m.
Aug. 17 - Fall Sports Fan Jam, 5 p.m. (more info)
Aug. 19 - First day of classes
Aug. 31 - Season opener vs. Indiana at Lucas Oil Stadium, Noon (tickets)
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Aug. 17 - Scrimmage No. 2
The defense stole the show in the team's second scrimmage on Saturday. Get reactions and a recap right here.
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Aug. 16 - Competition Between Coordinators
It doesn't always have to look pretty as long as it finds its mark. Offensive coordinator Joey Lynch kicked his way past defensive coordinator David Elson in Friday's competition period.
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ÂAll the pressure was on @coachjoeylynch in today's field goal competition against @coachdavidelson. It wasn't pretty, but the result was up-downs for the defense.#OTM | #CardinalCamp19 pic.twitter.com/L21F9BgXPw
— Ball State Football (@BallStateFB) August 16, 2019
Aug. 15 - Previewing the Defense
Ball State All-Access takes a look inside the defense, which is looking to take a big stride forward in 2019.
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Aug. 13 - Interview with QB Drew Plitt
Ball State All-Access catches up with quarterback Drew Plitt as he enters a season as the Cardinals starter for the first time. Plitt discusses that feeling, getting on the same page as his receivers, being a leader and more.
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Aug. 13 - Five Questions with DL Emeka Jillani
Emeka Jillani is in his second year on the Ball State football team. He grew up in London, England, playing rugby and a little bit of soccer. After making the transition to American football in high school, Jillani is competing for a playing time on the defensive line this fall. He took a few minutes after a recent practice to share his thoughts on preseason camp. Read more here.
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Aug. 11 - Time For a Break
The Cardinals enjoyed a Sunday afternoon off at the Water Bowl.
ÂA little afternoon of sand, sun and fun with @BallStateFB ...#EveryAthleteMatters #OTM #1AAT pic.twitter.com/Kv4dCn31RY
— Ball State Sports Link (@bsusportslink) August 12, 2019
Aug. 11 - Lights, Camera, Action!
With the countdown to the season opener down to 20 days, it was time for the team to work on its pregame intro video. Our good friends at Sports Link spent the morning with some players on the creative shoot.
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This is our stage.@BallStateFB creative shoot with Sports Link to start the semester. ??????. #OTM #AppreciateYouGuys #EveryAthleteMatters @BSUCCIM @BSUTCOM @BallState pic.twitter.com/xDmpqT0dG5
— Ball State Sports Link (@bsusportslink) August 11, 2019
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Aug. 10 - Scrimmage Saturday
The players went through an unscripted scrimmage during Saturday afternoon's practice. Get reactions, highlights and photos right here.
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Aug. 9 - Will Jones Earns a Scholarship
Friday night was a night running back Will Jones won't soon forget as he was surprised to learn he had earned a scholarship. As a redshirt freshman in 2018, he played a role on special teams and was honored with the 2018 Ball State Bill Meitzler Scout Team Player of the Year Award.Â
Each night of #CardinalCamp19, a few players share their Triple H: Hero, Hardship and Highlight.@willljones_ earned this highlight.#OTM | #TrueCardinal pic.twitter.com/RBlPiVfDzn
— Ball State Football (@BallStateFB) August 10, 2019
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Aug. 9 - What is #OTM?
This year's team motto is 'Out the Mud.' What's the significance and who decided on this phrase? Joel Godett got the inside scoop following practice.
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ÂShall we start by addressing the ??in the room?
— Ball State Sports (@BallStateSports) August 9, 2019
This camp it's time to get @BallStateFB out from being stuck in the mud.#OTD l #WeFly pic.twitter.com/VuGTpijgRJ
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Aug. 8 - Post Practice Refreshments
The Kona Ice truck happened to make a conveniently timed stop at the practice fields following Wednesday's practice.
ÂPost-practice snow cone, anyone?
— Ball State Football (@BallStateFB) August 8, 2019
We recommend the Sour Apple.#OTM | #CardinalCamp19 pic.twitter.com/u3M4hzMzmA
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Aug. 7 - Five Questions with OL Danny Pinter
Danny Pinter is going through his fifth preseason camp with the Ball State football team. The tight end turned offensive tackle took a few minutes after practice Tuesday afternoon to share his thoughts about life at preseason camp. Read more here.
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Aug. 7 - First Practice in Full Pads
Preseason practice No. 5 is always one the players enjoy as they are able to put on full pads for the first time. There was plenty of hitting and talking on the field.
Practice 5??. First day in full pads. It was a good day. ??#OTM | #CardinalCamp19 pic.twitter.com/wocas3nq39
— Ball State Football (@BallStateFB) August 7, 2019
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Aug. 5 - Paint the Town Red Day
The football team took advantage of a day off from practice to hand out football schedule posters all around campus, Muncie and the surrounding communities. By the end of the afternoon, the town was truly painted Cardinal red.
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— Ball State Football (@BallStateFB) August 5, 2019
Great day spent out in the community getting everyone ready for August 31st! #PTTR19 | #OTM pic.twitter.com/QMmHVJbZEV
Downtown Muncie has been painted RED!#PTTR19 pic.twitter.com/0VNRsjlJCO
— BallStateFB Strength (@BSUFBStrength) August 5, 2019
Enjoyed stopping by the Yorktown YMCA while Painting The Town Red @BallStateFB! #PTTR19 pic.twitter.com/Jyn2n6NuOX
— Joey Lynch (@coachjoeylynch) August 5, 2019
Catch @BallStateFB on campus today for posters and schedule books! #PTTR19 pic.twitter.com/gFmuDy71T5
— Cory Connolly (@CoryConnolly) August 5, 2019
Aug. 2 - Football is Back!!!
More than 100 players hit the practice field for the first preseason practice. There were plenty of position drills and a few team segments. WR Antwan Davis made the play of the day with a diving catch along the left sideline in a 7-on-7 drill. Head coach Mike Neu and WR Riley Miller offered their thoughts following practice.
Practice No. 1 is in the books. @BSUCoachNeu liked the flow of practice and thought the players played smart.#OTM | #CardinalCamp19 pic.twitter.com/VkCKd9HkUD
— Ball State Football (@BallStateFB) August 2, 2019
Â"I want to try to make an impact, better myself as much as I can." Words of wisdom from the ??, WR @rifri11 following practice No. 1.#OTM | #CardinalCamp19 pic.twitter.com/Te3b8drKFu
— Ball State Football (@BallStateFB) August 2, 2019
Aug. 1 - Players Report to Campus
Report day for the football players featured smiling faces for head shots, video board clips and a team meeting.
Football. Is. Back.#OTM | #CardinalCamp19 pic.twitter.com/C1T6P37Lkm
— Ball State Football (@BallStateFB) August 2, 2019
