The Ball State soccer team opened Mid-American Conference play with a 2-1 home victory over Eastern Michigan.

Leah Mattingly’s goal in the 75th minute proved to be the game-winner in front of a strong crowd on a perfect night at the Briner Sports Complex. Chelsy Swackhamer scored the first goal for Ball State (5-2-2, 1-0 MAC), marking the third straight game she has found the back of the net.

Watch the Ball State Sports Link replay on ESPN 3 directed by Zac Miklusak, with Connor Onion and former soccer alum Cailey Starck on the call.  The match aired live Sept. 25.