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BREAKING NEWS: Bally’s Remains Open After Car Drives Off Bally’s Parking Garage

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Updated November 25, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Operations are returning to normal at Bally’s after a strange incident this morning.
In the midst of the normal morning routine at Bally’s Casino, the sense of normal disappeared in one frightening moment when a car came crashing through the roof of the conference center. That car came from the top floor of the attached parking garage.
At the time of the crash, Koorsen Fire and Safety was hosting a conference for building inspectors and firefighters at the site. Koorsen is the fire protection company for Bally’s, and they aided in getting the building’s systems turned off. Firefighters and others attending the conference rendered aid at the scene.
The vehicle hit a concrete barrier, causing it to drop through the roof of the conference center, followed by the Ford SUV. The driver of the vehicle was the only injury.
A crane was brought in during the afternoon to lift the SUV and the concrete barrier out of the conference center.
The unanswered question is, “Why?” Police are putting together all of the information, looking at video footage, and planning to talk to the driver to determine what happened.

Bally’s was able to continue with normal casino operations through the day today and the parking garage will remain close until further notice.

Bally’s released the following statement: “We are currently investigating an incident involving a vehicle that drove off the seventh floor of our parking garage and will provide updates as necessary. Upon initial review, the incident appears to be the result of driver error. There are no signage or structural issues with the parking garage. The safety of our guests and staff remains our top priority.”

The Word In 120 , Take A Look In The Mirror

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Take A Look In The Mirror, by Jerome Stewart

There are great words of comfort and peace throughout the bible able to edify the hearers of them. Psalm 18 vs. 30 says; “As for God, His way is perfect; The word of the LORD is proven; He is a shield to all who trust in Him.” God sent us Jesus! 

For those who know Jesus as Lord and Savior there is an understanding of the meaning of the words in Titus 2 vss. 11 thru 14 which says; “For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present age, looking for the blessed hope and the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from every lawless deed and purify for Himself His own special people, zealous of good works.” 

Many of us are concerned about the world we live in. The words attributed to Lily Tomlin comes to mind, which says; “I always wondered why somebody didn’t do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody.” The person that can make a difference is the person in the mirror. And then there are great words of wisdom from the poetess Maya Angelou who says; “Now that I know better, I do better.” 

We do not have to be a contributor to the evil ways of mankind. We can be the one who speaks kindly. Think about what this world would be if mankind became practitioners of the words of the Apostle Paul to the brethren in Philippians 2 vss. 3 and 4 which says; “Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interest of others.” 

Jesus said to His disciples in John 13 vs. 34; “A new commandment I give you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another.” It is humane for us to have compassion, empathy and care for one another. It’s in our best interest to love one another because the Lord said so. 

Tens of millions of people have listened to a powerful socially conscious message by the late pop singer Michael Jackson on youtube titled; “Man In The Mirror,” which covers a multitude of the wayward behavior of mankind.   Check it out. The images are educational.

For those who do not understand the power of love, much guidance can be found in the word of God. The book of Jude is only one chapter yet very powerful in the things said. For those who know Jesus as Lord and Savior be reminded of the meaning of the words in vs. 21 which says; “keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ.” 

Vanderburgh County Redevelopment Commission Meeting

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The Vanderburgh County Redevelopment Commission will hold a meeting on Monday,

November 3, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. in Room 307 of the Civic Center Complex, located at 1 N.W. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, Evansville, Indiana.

The meeting will be hosted virtually on Webex pursuant to IC 36-7-14-3.1 and IC 36-7-14.5-9.5. Participants will be provided registration instructions.

To Watch the Meeting Via Granicus:

https://www.evansvillegov.org/egov/apps/services/index.egov?view=detail;id=13

Dated this 28th day of October 2025

City Shares Local Resources and Information Amid Federal SNAP Funding Uncertainty

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The City of Evansville is working alongside the Evansville-Vanderburgh Commission on Food Security to closely monitor the ongoing federal budget impasse, which could temporarily interrupt Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits beginning next tomorrow. While the situation remains fluid, we know that even a short lapse in SNAP payments could have a significant impact on families throughout our community.

To help residents prepare, the City has gathered information about local food pantries, community meal programs, and other food-assistance resources available in the Evansville area. We’ve also included guidance for how neighbors and organizations can help, whether through donations, volunteering, or outreach.

“Our city has always shown up for one another in times of need,” said Mayor Stephanie Terry. “If SNAP benefits are disrupted, we want residents to know where they can turn for help right away—and how others can step up to support them.”

Local Impact

Based on available data, a lapse in SNAP benefits would affect:

    • Approximately 9,500 households in Vanderburgh County
    • Approximately 15,600 individuals (or roughly 13% of the population) in Vanderburgh County
    • Approximately $3.7 million in food assistance per month

This disruption would not only strain family budgets and create food insecurity for those affected; it also would ripple through the entire economy, affecting grocery stores, food pantries, and small businesses.

What the City of Evansville is Doing

Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry this morning requested that the Evansville City Council allocate $500,000 to local food relief efforts. Funding would be a combination of federal CDBG funds, which would be approved by the Board of Public Works, and interest from the American Rescue Plan Act, which would be approved by City Council.

Given the financial strain that any interruption of SNAP benefits will cause many families, Mayor Terry also has asked the Evansville Water Sewer Utility to temporarily suspend any residential shutoff orders and late fees. This request must be approved by the Evansville Water Sewer Utility Board of Directors.

“Families across Evansville are being hit with financial strain from several directions right now,” Mayor Terry said. “At at a time when so many are struggling to make ends meet, we should be doing everything we can – from offering financial aid to prop up food support, to removing the fear that water will stop flowing into their homes if they can’t pay the bill – to help support our residents and their families.

“At the same time, I would ask residents who are in a position to help: please do so, in whatever way you are able.”

What the Commission on Food Security is Doing

The City of Evansville’s Commission on Food Security has activated the Readiness Plan. The Readiness Plan is a 7 Step Plan that will ensure that the over 9,000 Families that will not receive their Snap Benefits will have the support that they need.

The 7 Steps are:

Step 1:  Update the Official Food Program List with all available resources (see below). The list will include traditional and non traditional Food Programs as well as ways citizens can volunteers and assist during this time.

Step 2: Start a SNAP Relief Fund to focus donations. Cash donations assist food programs more because food programs can turn your monetary donations into more meals with their purchasing power, they can focus on items that are need or low in their inventory, they can purchase the food that they are able to store,  that is fresh, that people want and eliminating food waste and food programs can deliver and provide food in fast effective ways.

Tri-State Food Bank & Feed Evansville will have the SNAP Relief Link on their Website.

Step 3: Find out where the Vanderburgh Count Homes that are enrolled in SNAP reside.

The commission on food security has received these data and are aware of the neighborhoods that will be affected.

Step 4: Contact Pantries and Food Programs in the heavy SNAP-Enrolled areas. Members of the Food Commission are reaching out these pantries to identify their needs and inform them of the possible increase in clients. The Commission also is providing resources for those programs to assist with the increase.  The Commission is working with other food programs to pivot their programs and or schedules to focus on the neighborhoods that will be hit harder by the lack of SNAP funds.

Step 5: Marketing the food programs, updating as we go, and making sure the public is aware of the plans, programs and resources available. During this time it is also important for our community to understand that food programs are for all families that have a food access need. Families have food access needs for different reasons and for different lengths of time.

Step 6: Increase the amount of free little pantries in the area. Feed Evanville will be working with volunteers to install 15 Free Little Pantries this month.

Step 7: Set up a grocery store for SNAP-Enrolled homes. Feed Evansville will be hosting a pop-up grocery store on Saturday, Nov 8th 11am -2pm at the CK Newsome Community Kitchen. Families that present their EBT Card will be able to enter and select from dry good, dairy, meat, and fresh produce  options.

Step 8: Inform Elected officials on facts and effects of situation. The commission will continue to keep local, state and federal elected officials informed of the effects and need of the situation, and to provide information and facts.

Step 9:  Organize city wide nonperishable food drives

Dates and locations TBD

What You Can Do

Make a Donation to the SNAP Relief Fund https://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_dd02b4f0-153d-11ea-9b7c-0a70650fa90a&WidgetId=73352192
Volunteer at a local pantry , food program and/or event: https://www.signupgenius.com/tabs/1357EDF0FA6CBEDC5AA3-feedvolunteer
Become a Free Little Pantry Care Giver feedevv@gmail.com
Host a Free Little Pantry at your resiendce or business feedevv@gmail.com
Organize a nonperishable food drive https://www.signupgenius.com/tabs/1357EDF0FA6CBEDC5AA3-feedvolunteer
Fill up Free Little Pantry with nonperishable See list below
Share the Official Food Program list with your family and friends so community is aware of the resources
Host a Community Meal
Donate a healthy snacks to schools and after schools programs for students
Patron at local restaurants who are offering free meals to those that are not receiving snap benefits

Available Services

Food Pantries

Bethany Apostolic 812-426-0643 212 Mulberry St 3rd Mon 6:00-8:00
Bethesda Ministries 812-424-2747 1820 String town W 6:00 – 8pm
Bible Center Cathedral 812-423-8000 5000 First Ave 2nd Tues 3:00 – 5:00
Burning Bush Ministries 812-456-6407 28 E Delaware 3rd Sat 11:00-2:00
Cathedral 5000 North First Ave 2nd Tues 1-3pm
Catalyst Church 812-250-6636 3232 W Claremont TH 4:00 – 6:00 Need Picture ID
Center of Hope 812-483-7858 808 SE 3rd F 9:30 – 11:30
Chandler Cumberland 812-925-6175 127 S State Street           Chandler Tues Only 9:00 – 11:00    Warrick Co. Only Emergency M-F (call first)
Chandler UMC 812-629-7056 Weds Only 9:00 – 11:00
Destiny of Faith 812-434-0445 3314 Forrest Ave 3rd Saturday 10:00 – 2:00 Emergency hrs (call for appt)
Good Shepherd 812-473-4673 4330 N Burkhardt W 6:00 – 8:00 Emergency M-Th 8-5 (call first)
Grace Baptist Church 812-425-2286 1200 N Garvin M, TH 8:30 – 10:00
Harvest Time Inner City Ministries Appointment Only
Hemenway Food Pantry 812-641-1089 124 E Sycamore St        Boonville W,F 9:00 – 11:00am
Howell General Baptist 812-425-6492 1520 Delmare 4th Tues 8:30 – 10:30
Indiana Black Expo 800 East Blackford Ave 2nd Sat 12-2pm
Keck Church 812-423-9117 2573 N Kentucky 3rd Tues By Appt. Only Appt only (call first)
Lutheran Comm. Food Pantry 812-422-5414 16 E Michigan 1st & 3rd Tues 9:30 – 11:30
Manna Market 812-897-4910 4205 W State Rd 62       Boonville M,T M T 4-7 eff. 7/18/19-add 1st & 3rd TH 10-12
Metropolitan, SDA 812-423-6580 812 E Mulberry Sun 4:00 – 6:00
Nativity 812-476-7186 1167 S Green River Rd W, TH W & Th 9:30-11:30, W 5:30-7:30 Need Referral
Oakhill Baptist 812-476-3450 5122 N Fares 2nd,3rd Sat 9:00 – 12:00
Patchwork Central 812-424-2735 100 Washington M, T, W, TH 9:30 – 11:45 Need Referral
Salem Sharing Basket 812-985-2542 11325 E Old Lower Mt Vernon Last Tues 4:00 – 6:00
Salvation Army 812-422-4673 1040 N Fulton ave M, W, TH 1:00 – 3:00
Seventh-Day Adventist 434 13th Street                 Tell City T 9:00 – 12:00
St John’s UMC 812-425-0952 1900 N Fulton 2nd & 4th Sat 9:00 – 11:00
St Mark’s Food Pantry 812-476-3018 2300 Washington Ave M 4:30 – 6:00
St Matthews 812-422-8023 3007 First Ave M, T, TH 9:30-11:30, 12:00-2:00 Need Referral-CLOSED 12/23-1/3
St Paul’s Episcopal 812-422-9009 314 SE Riverside T, TH T 9-11, TH 1-3
St. Paul’s Luthern Church 2nd & 4th Tuesday 9:15-10:45am
St Vincent dePaul 812-425-3485 809 N Lafayette T, W, TH, F 8:30 -11:30, 1:30-3:30 Need Referral
Sts Mary & John Pantry 812-425-1577 613 Cherry St M, T, W, TH M, T, Th 9-12 & 1-3, W 9-12 Serves 47713 only
The Gathering Church/Restore 812-484-7339 101 Walnut Street 4th Mon 10:00 – 4:00 (or call for appt ) Breakfast offered Sun 9:30-10:30
THe River at Evansville 2601 South Boeke Road W, Sun Wed 5-6pm  Sun 11am-1pm
Westside Food Pantry 812-423-7636 2201 W Illinois St M, T, W, F M W F 1:30 -3:30  Tues 6-8 Need Referral
Widow’s Barrel 812-547-0834 821 10th Street                 Tell City T, W T 9-2, W 12-5
World Harvest Ministries 812-760-6901 1111 S Green River Rd Last Sat 9:00 – 11:00  CLOSED Appt only (call first)
Young and Established 1308 Vann Ave W 12-1pm
Zion Baptist 812-423-1963 1800 S Governor M, TH 8:30 – 12:20 Need Referral

Soup Kitchens

Center of Hope 812-483-7858 808 SE 3rd Sun Only 9:30 – 12:00 Kids’ Breakfast 9-10, Lunch 11:30-1
Evansville Rescue Mission 812-421-3800 500 E Walnut 7 Days 6:30, 12, 5:30
Harvest Time Inner City 812-204-3242 518 S Linwood M,W,F 12:00 – 2:00
Mission of Grace 812-464-2919 418 E Gum St. W, S 9:30 – 12:30 Need DL, SS
Salvation Army 812-422-4673 1040 N Fulton Ave M – F 11:30 – 1:00
St Anthony Soup Kitchen 812-467-0138 713 N 2nd Avenue Weds Only 11:30 – 12:20
St Paul’s Episcopal 812-422-9009 314 SE Riverside Sat Only 11:30 – 12:30
St Paul’s UCC TASC 812-963-3394 8701 Cynthiana Rd 1st & 3rd W 12:00 – 1:00  CLOSED Seniors and spouses only
The Gathering no phone 121 Walnut Street Sun, Mon, Tues Sun 9-10:15am , Mon 5:30pm Tuesday 2pm
The Potters Wheel 812-401-4440 333 Jefferson T, S T 11-1, S 9-11
United Caring Shelter 812-426-9960 324 NW 6th Street 7 Days Meals, 9,12,5 Open 8 AM – 6 PM

Free Little Pantry Locations

617 Bellemeade Ave 1918 S. New York Ave
525 Richardt Ave 604 Sheridan Rd
16 W Morgan Ave 1617 E indiana Street
2227 W Michigan St Tepe Park
1228 Lodge Ave Howell Park
4178 SR 261 C.K Newsome Center
2550 Pollack Ave Jacobsville Mini Park
1231 SE Riverside Dr Vann Park
1357 Washington Ave Lorraine Park
2100 N. Fulton Ave Goosetown Park
1105 N. Fourth Ave 2013 Clayton AVe
1461 E riverside Dr 253 Lincoln Ave
1418 Waggoner Ave 301 Lincoln Ave

Other Food Programs

The Gathering Church Shopping Experience                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    121 Bob Jones Way

9:30am-12:00pm

November 22nd  & December 20th

Masiha Mobile/Emergency Food Pantry Locations

  • Monday- Friday: ECHO Clinic, 401 John St  (Food Bags for pick up)
  • Wed 2:30-3:00pm:  ECHO Clinic Mulberry
  • Saturday 10:00-11:00: 4233 Medwell Dr., Newburgh, IN
  • Sunday 1:00-1:30pm: 1301 Mills Ave., Boonville, IN
  • Sunday 1:30-2:00pm: Governor Boon Sq Apartments, 1225 Rockport Rd., Boonville, IN

Neighborhood Food Market  Discounted Groceries and Free Lunches  

Every Saturday 12-2pm

Hoosier History Highlights

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Redistricting won’t help Hoosiers make ends meet By: State Rep. Earl Harris Jr.

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As a long-time legislator and chair of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus (IBLC), I know first-hand the issues plaguing Hoosiers. Every day, Indiana residents are struggling with rising costs of living, higher utility bills and sky-high health care costs. Local governments are set to lose huge chunks of revenue due to Senate Enrolled Act 1, which could lead to an increase in local taxes. Many Hoosiers are forced to leave work due to unaffordable or inaccessible child care.

However, when Gov. Mike Braun called for a special session of the Indiana General Assembly earlier this week, he didn’t call it to focus on any of these problems. Instead, he bowed to Washington, D.C. in an attempt to help the national Republican Party rig the 2026 midterm elections.

The last time we redrew our congressional maps in 2021 – when we were constitutionally required to following the census – Indiana Republicans touted the maps as “fair” and “beautiful.” With seven of Indiana’s nine congressional seats safely held by their fellow Republicans, they saw no issue with the maps they created.

And, it seems, Hoosiers largely agreed. Before Vice President JD Vance visited Indiana the first time earlier this summer, no one in our caucus received any calls or emails in favor of creating new maps. Again, Hoosiers have bigger fish to fry – from needing rental assistance to help handling medical debt and everything in between. The fact is, Republicans throughout the country know their policies are not popular with the American people and causing financial stress. If their policies were really helping improve the quality of life for Americans across the board, they wouldn’t have to play these political games to ensure they maintain their power. Unfortunately, Indiana Republicans seem far too willing to play ball to help the folks in Washington.

Let’s be clear, mid-decade redistricting is not about helping Hoosiers, it’s about disenfranchising them. Roughly 40% of Hoosiers align with the Democratic Party, and they deserve fair representation in Congress and in the Statehouse. I’m not just saying this as a Democrat; I’m saying this as a lawmaker and Hoosier who values fairness and equity. Without balanced representation, a large swath of Hoosiers will not have their voices heard, and that is unacceptable.

Mid-decade redistricting will also do a major disservice to civic engagement in Indiana. In the 2024 general election, only 61% of registered voters cast a ballot in Indiana, with 97,000 fewer Hoosiers participating in our democracy than in 2020. If Indiana Republicans go through with this redistricting scheme against the wishes of their constituents, why would Hoosiers be compelled to vote in future elections? Both Reps. Frank Mrvan and Andre Carson – who are being targeted by this effort – have won reelection in their districts multiple times. It’s clear to me that their communities are happy with the work they’re doing. If that should change, it’s the community who should be able to vote them out, not the Indiana General Assembly deciding for them. I’d like to remind my Republican colleagues: Real leaders aren’t afraid of their constituents.

It’s important to note that just because Gov. Braun called a special session does not mean the General Assembly is forced to convene to redistrict. Our Republican colleagues still have an opportunity to stand up for Hoosiers and their real-world economic concerns and tell the folks in Washington, D.C. that they don’t work for them. For anyone concerned about redistricting, the cost of living and the state of our democracy, we in the IBLC urge you to call your elected officials to share your thoughts.

If we do convene to draw new congressional maps and not deal with the real issues Hoosiers are facing, we in the IBLC plan to work with our respective caucus members to fight for Hoosiers and for fair maps, because democracy doesn’t get redrawn.

 

Indiana FFA students competing at the National FFA Convention

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THUNDERBOLTS PUT ON DEFENSIVE SHOWCASE WITH 2-1 WIN OVER PEORIA  

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Evansville, In.:  Behind goals from Jordan Simoneau and Connor Federkow along with a collective defensive effort that held Peoria to only 23 shots on goal, the Thunderbolts defeated the Rivermen 2-1 on Friday night at Ford Center.  The Thunderbolts’ next home game at Ford Center will be on Saturday, November 1st against the Peoria Rivermen at 7:00pm CT.
                The Thunderbolts outshot the Rivermen 14-5 in the first period, despite being shorthanded for five minutes, and grabbed the game’s first lead at 11:49 as Simoneau scored on a 2-on-1 rush from Cameron MacPhee.  Early in the second period, the Thunderbolts doubled the lead to 2-0 at 3:17 as Federkow scored on a power play from Scott Kirton and Matthew Hobbs.  The extra insurance was wiped out 40 seconds later however, as Griffen Fox scored at 3:57 to cut the Thunderbolts’ lead to 2-1.  The Rivermen nearly tied the game in the final minutes of the second period, however a goal-line save with the stick by Kristian Stead on Brayden Barker denied the Rivermen of the tying goal.  In the third period, Evansville shut down the Rivermen once again, outshooting Peoria 16-6 and hanging on at the end for the 2-1 victory to open the weekend doubleheader against the Rivermen, ending Peoria’s unbeaten start to the season.
Simoneau and Federkow scored Evansville’s goals while Kristian Stead finished with 22 saves on 23 shots on goal for his 3rd win of the season.  The Thunderbolts and Rivermen meet again on Saturday, November 1st at Ford Center, with the Thunderbolts leading the series 1-0.

Aces Clinch Share of Regular Season Conference Title for First Time Since 1991

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – For the first time since 1991, the University of Evansville men’s soccer team clinched a share of a regular season conference title, taking down Northern Illinois by a score of 1-0 on Friday night at Arad McCutchan Stadium. The regular season title is Evansville’s first as a member of the Missouri Valley Conference.

Michal Mroz (Elk Grove, Ill./Elk Grove) and Nate Roberts (Las Vegas, Nev./Bishop Gorman) carried the day for the Purple Aces, as Mroz notched a season-high 10 saves to post his sixth clean sheet of the season, while Roberts netted the game-winner with his first career goal in the 58th minute.

Northern Illinois dominated the scoring chances in the first half, tallying 10 shots to the Aces’ five, but Mroz held strong with six saves to keep the match scoreless heading into halftime. Mroz made three saves in the first 10 and a half minutes of play before making two more saves in the 25th minute.

Tancredi Fadda (Monza, Italy/University of Milan) saw the Aces’ best scoring chance of the first half in the first 40th minute, but his shot was saved to keep it 0-0 going to half.

Mroz made two more saves to begin the second half, coming up with stops in the 47th and 56th minutes to keep his clean sheet in tact.

In the 58th minute, Roberts struck for the night’s first goal, collecting a blocked shot near the top of the box and firing a shot past a diving keeper and into the bottom right corner.

From there, the Aces defense worked to keep the Huskies off the board, withstanding six NIU shots to post a shutout.

“It was a gritty win,” said Head Coach Robbe Tarver. “I think NIU came in here and created a lot of opportunities, we were up against it a little bit tonight but we were able to change the energy in the second half.”

“We talked a lot about being more consistent in the regular season to put ourselves in a position for a conference tournament and make the NCAA Tournament, so we are checking a lot of boxes. Ultimately, we need to win on Wednesday to win the conference outright and go to the final, which is ultimately what we need.”

With the win, Evansville improves to 6-3-8 overall with a 3-0-3 mark in MVC play. The Purple Aces stand alone atop the MVC table with 12 points and can clinch the outright MVC regular season title with a win or draw on Wednesday against Belmont. Kick-off from Nashville is set for 6 PM.

Volleyball drops match to Flames

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Laubach leads UE with 10 kills

 

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – For the second match in a row, McKenzie Laubach recorded double digit kills, but a balanced attack by UIC saw them finish with a 3-0 win over the University of Evansville volleyball team on Friday at Meeks Family Fieldhouse.

Laubach led all players with 10 kills while hitting a solid .364. Brooke Herdes finished the night with seven kills for the Purple Aces. Ainoah Cruz had a match-best 15 digs while Lexi Owen posted 15 assists. Gabi Peter paced the Flames with nine kills while Ayat Amin tallied eight.

Game 1 – UIC 25, UE 17

McKenzie Laubach’s first kill of the match saw UE trail by a 3-2 deficit before UIC responded to go up 11-5 forcing a UE time out. Sabrina Ripple and Chloe Cline registered kills as Evansville cut the deficit to just four points at 14-10. The Flames countered with three in a row before going up 21-11. The Aces scored four in a row, however, the comeback fell short when UIC clinched the set by a 25-17 final.

Game 2 – UIC 25, UE 14

Things were close early on with the teams battling to a 4-4 tie. UIC took control going up 9-5 before the Aces scored twice to get back within two points. Ryan Scheu had a kill and block assist to cut the deficit in half. The Flames quickly regrouped to go up 15-9 before taking a 2-0 match lead with a 25-14 decision.

Game 3 – UIC 25, UE 22

An excellent start by the Purple Aces saw them open a 11-4 advantage to open the set. Two kills from Makenzie Miller solidified a 5-4 edge before Josdarilee Caraballo added back-to-back service aces during the run. Brooke Herdes capped the stretch with three kills in a row. The Flames made their way back with four in a row to get within three before another Herdes kill ended the stretch.

UIC continued to rally, making it a 1-point game at 13-12 before going in front at 19-18. From there, the Flames clinched the contest with a 25-22 victory.

UE looks for the weekend split when they face Valparaiso on Saturday at 5 p.m.

 

Elizabeth Mercer leads UE ladies following opening round

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Two rounds remain

 OWENS CROSS ROADS, Ala. – Elizabeth Mercer finished the opening round of The Robbie to lead the University of Evansville women’s golf team in the opening around at RTJ Golf Trail at Hampton Cove.

Mercer’s 1-over 73 has her in 8th place going into Saturday’s second round. Jane Grankina and Kate Petrova are tied for 19th overall. Both completed Friday’s round with scores of 75. They are tied for the 19thposition.

Trinity Dubbs wrapped up the day with a 79 and is in 38th place while Haley Hughes carded an 82. She is in 46th. Playing as an individual, Adeline Wittmer finished the day with a 96.

Evansville is in 7th place in the team standings sitting at 14-over. The Aces are two strokes behind Belmont and Lipscomb, who are tied for fifth place. Georgia holds the team lead at 5-under. The Bulldogs are 10 in front of Tennessee Tech. UGA has four players ranked in a tie for fifth or higher. Maria Garcia of UGA paces the individual leaderboard following a 3-under 69.

The second round is set for Saturday morning.

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