In-state bragging rights will be on the line Aug. 31 when Ball State women’s volleyball hosts IUPUI in its home opener.
Outside hitter Mackenzie Kitchel is the only senior on the Cardinals’ roster, and she said she doesn’t want anything less than a win.
“It’s the last first time I’ll be playing on this home court, and I think our home court is so important,” she said.
Kitchel’s experience means her younger teammates may turn to her for advice, a task she said she’s ready to take on.
“I think that’s one of my biggest roles this year,” she said.