Ball State Unveils Clubhouse Renderings for Baseball and Softball Programs
July 08, 2025 | General
MUNCIE, Ind. - - Ball State Athletics is thrilled to unveil the first renderings of the new clubhouse facilities for its baseball and softball programs, following approval by the Ball State University Board of Trustees on May 2.
Â
The $8.8 million project, designed by MSA Design, will bring state-of-the-art facilities to Shebek Stadium and the Ball State Softball Stadium. Construction is expected to begin in Fall 2025 and be completed by Summer 2026.
Â
"It's an exciting time to be a Cardinal," Head Softball Coach Helen Peña said. "The athletic department and university continue to raise the bar in supporting our student-athletes. I'm incredibly grateful and thrilled about this project and the impact it will have on both our current team and future generations of Ball State softball."
Â
Each clubhouse will span approximately 6,000 gross square feet and will be located adjacent to the programs' respective home dugouts. Designed with student-athlete experience in mind, the new facilities will include fueling stations, team lounges, study spaces and other key amenities.
Â
"Our new clubhouse will enhance the daily experience of our student-athletes," Peña added. "From nutrition and recovery to academics and team bonding, this facility will be a difference-maker. It's also a powerful recruiting tool, as the best clubhouse in the MAC, while we continue to build a championship-caliber program. The best is yet to come."
Â
Head Baseball Coach Rich Maloney echoed the enthusiasm: "This is a major step forward for Ball State Baseball. A special thanks to Mike and Kati Shebek for their incredible generosity. This clubhouse will be a game changer, giving our players a state-of-the-art space they can truly call their own."
Â
In addition to the clubhouse project, both stadiums are currently receiving new turf as part of a broader facilities enhancement initiative. This follows the recent resurfacing of the football field at Scheumann Stadium and the basketball court at Worthen Arena.
Â
Follow the Cardinals
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Â
Â
The $8.8 million project, designed by MSA Design, will bring state-of-the-art facilities to Shebek Stadium and the Ball State Softball Stadium. Construction is expected to begin in Fall 2025 and be completed by Summer 2026.
Â
"It's an exciting time to be a Cardinal," Head Softball Coach Helen Peña said. "The athletic department and university continue to raise the bar in supporting our student-athletes. I'm incredibly grateful and thrilled about this project and the impact it will have on both our current team and future generations of Ball State softball."
Â
Each clubhouse will span approximately 6,000 gross square feet and will be located adjacent to the programs' respective home dugouts. Designed with student-athlete experience in mind, the new facilities will include fueling stations, team lounges, study spaces and other key amenities.
Â
"Our new clubhouse will enhance the daily experience of our student-athletes," Peña added. "From nutrition and recovery to academics and team bonding, this facility will be a difference-maker. It's also a powerful recruiting tool, as the best clubhouse in the MAC, while we continue to build a championship-caliber program. The best is yet to come."
Â
Head Baseball Coach Rich Maloney echoed the enthusiasm: "This is a major step forward for Ball State Baseball. A special thanks to Mike and Kati Shebek for their incredible generosity. This clubhouse will be a game changer, giving our players a state-of-the-art space they can truly call their own."
Â
In addition to the clubhouse project, both stadiums are currently receiving new turf as part of a broader facilities enhancement initiative. This follows the recent resurfacing of the football field at Scheumann Stadium and the basketball court at Worthen Arena.
Â
Follow the Cardinals
Â
Football // Qua Ashley highlights vs. New Hampshire
Sunday, September 14
Football // Kiael Kelly highlights vs. New Hampshire
Sunday, September 14
Ball State postgame press conference following a 34-29 victory over New Hampshire
Saturday, September 13
Football // Family Weekend Hype Video
Friday, September 12