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Lightning Halts Ball State Football Game
12 Nov
Summary
- Ball State football game delayed due to lightning.
- Kickoff pushed back by approximately 25 minutes.
- NCAA rules mandate a 30-minute delay after lightning detection.
A Mid-American Conference football matchup between Buffalo and Ball State was delayed due to inclement weather. Lightning was detected within an eight-mile radius of Ball State's Scheumann Stadium, prompting a halt to pre-game activities. The scheduled 7:35 p.m. ET kickoff was initially pushed back to 7:45 p.m. ET.
NCAA regulations require a 30-minute delay following lightning detection, with the timer resetting after each new strike. This situation impacts both teams, with Ball State seeking to recover from a previous overtime loss and Buffalo aiming to strengthen its position for a MAC Championship berth. The game marks the return of Buffalo's head coach, Pete Lembo, to Muncie, where he previously coached Ball State.
