Gavin Yates-Lyons was home to attend his high school graduation ceremony, which took place the day before the shooting.

(AP) — Keldric Luster threw touchdown passes of 65 yards to Isaiah Thacker and 55 yards to Jamarion McDougle and added a 6-yard rushing TD to help Ball State beat Sacramento State 34-17 on Saturday. Luster was 14-of-27 passing for 234 yards with two interceptions and had 68 yards rushing on 10 carries for Ball State (3-5, 2-2 Mid-American Conference).

Ball State's offense has displayed noticeable life over recent weeks, generating solid yardage totals against MAC rivals and non-conference foes. Sacramento State enters the matchup in a severe slump, having dropped five consecutive contests by three touchdowns or more while averaging just over seven points per game. With the Hornets unable to establish a consistent running game and struggling through the air, Ball State is positioned to take advantage on its home turf.

The ‘Cats catch the Cardinal.

Mason Atkins intercepted two passes on defenses and made an impact in the running game after being honored as a BFP breakout player