Ball State soccer hosts Central Michigan and Kent State to begin home MAC play. The Cardinals (4-2-1, 1-0 MAC) won their conference opener 1-0 at UMass on a goal from Lexi Watkins. Central Michigan (0-7, 0-1) has yet to score a goal this season. Key players include Ball State’s Addie Chester, who leads the MAC in goals, and the team’s strong first-half defense.