Ball State University’s football team will kick off its 2025 season at home against the University of New Hampshire on August 30th, marking the first of six scheduled home games. The proclamation confirms the Cardinals‘ schedule and provides fans with the date to anticipate the start of the season.
The 2025 home opener against New Hampshire is a key event for Ball State, offering an early opportunity to build momentum and showcase the program’s progress under its current leadership.the Cardinals will follow the August 30th contest with home matchups against Indiana State (September 6th), Miami (Ohio) (September 20th), Western Michigan (October 11th), Akron (November 1st), and Bowling Green (November 22nd). This schedule provides a blend of Mid-American Conference and non-conference competition, testing the team’s capabilities throughout the fall.
Ball State concluded the 2024 season with a 9-4 overall record and a 6-2 mark in MAC play, culminating in a loss to Toledo in the MAC Championship game. The program is aiming to build on that success and return to championship contention in 2025. Season ticket information and further details regarding game times will be released at a later date. Fans can find updates and information on the Ball State Athletics website.