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Ball State University’s Chris Adams Named Recipient of Prestigious 2021 Bob James Memorial Award

MUNCIE, Ind. – Chris Adams, a May 2021 Ball State University graduate and member of the Ball State men's tennis team, today was announced as the recipient of the prestigious 2021 Bob James Memorial Award by the Mid-American Conference (MAC) Faculty Athletics Representatives.

In its 33rd year, the Bob James Memorial Scholarship Award recognizes one female and one male student from MAC institutions who have achieved a minimum grade point average of 3.50 and have displayed good character, leadership, and citizenship. The $5,000 post-graduate scholarship is awarded in honor of Bob James, the second commissioner in MAC history.