Extra innings wear both teams out

Extra innings wear both teams out

As dusk came and faded, the most important statistic on the scoreboard remained constant: Ball State 5, IU 5.

The lack of offense prompted a decision: The 15th inning would be the final frame. Junior center fielder Justin Cureton stepped to the plate with the bases loaded and delivered a walk-off single.

In extra innings, the teams combined for:

1 run

2 hits

5 walks

7 pitchers used

9 strikeouts

35 outs