Ballard scores 14, Wichita State downs Alcorn State 78-54
Led by Quincy Ballard's 14 points, 14 rebounds and three blocks, the Wichita State Shockers defeated the Alcorn State Braves 78-54DECEMBER 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
QUINCY BALLARD #15 - CENTER - WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS
9.2 PPG •
7.0 RPG •
0.2 APG
9.2 PPG
7.0 RPG
0.2 APG
Solid showing in return Ballard (ankle) produced eight points (4-6 FG) and seven rebounds in 16 minutes during Friday's 88-63 victory over Saint Louis.
Impact Ballard missed the Shockers' fourth game of the season against Monmouth, but made his return Friday night and had a productive outing. The center has been highly efficient and selective with his shoots, hitting 76.2 percent of his shots from the field.
NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
Out Monday Ballard (ankle) will not suit up in Monday's game against Monmouth.
Impact Ballard will be sidelined for the Shockers on Monday as the result of a sprained ankle. The 6-foot-11 senior center has averaged 9.7 points, 4.7 rebounds and two blocks on 19.3 minutes per game (three outings) to start the 2024-25 season.
NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
Double-doubles in win Ballard ended Monday's 76-59 win over Lipscomb with 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds and two blocks in 18 minutes.
Impact Ballard started off the season strong Monday, recording a team high in blocks and reaching double-digit rebounds. After averaging just 10.1 minutes across his 10 appearances in 2022-23, Ballard appears primed for an increased role this year as the Shockers' starting center.
NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sharp in scrimmage Ballard (back) posted 14 points (6-10 FG, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one steal and three blocks in Sunday's 74-53 preseason victory over Rogers State.
Impact Ballard showed no signs of the back injury he battled at the end of the 2022-23 season. After logging just 10.1 minutes per game last season, Ballard is a serious growth candidate in year two with the Shockers.
OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sharp in scrimmage Ballard (back) posted 14 points (6-10 FG, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one steal and three blocks in Sunday's 74-53 preseason victory over Rogers State.
Impact Ballard showed no signs of the back injury he battled at the end of the 2022-23 season. After logging just 10.1 minutes per game last season, Ballard is a serious growth candidate in year two with the Shockers.
OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Ballard (back) remains out after missing Friday's game against Tulane.
Impact The sophomore hasn't played since early January and it seems that his season will come to an end as Wichita State got eliminated by Tulane in the American Athletic Conference Tournament. The center averaged 2.1 points and 2.1 rebounds this season.
MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out once more Ballard (back) will miss Wichita State's tilt with Tulane, per Taylor Eldridge of The Wichita Eagle.
Impact Ballard is set to miss his fifth straight game Wednesday night. The seven-foot sophomore has now missed nine games this season and is averaging about 10 minutes when he does get on the court. To finally work his way into the starting lineup, Ballard will have to prove he can remain available first and foremost.
JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out at SMU Ballard (back) will be out during the Shockers' game Sunday at SMU.
Impact Ballard will have logged four absences because of his injury. Currently, Ballard's next opportunity to return is when the Shockers host Tulane on Wednesday.
JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Thursday Ballard (back) will not play in Thursday's game against Memphis, Taylor Eldridge of The Wichita Eagle reports.
Impact Ballard will be out for a third straight game as he continues to try to work his way back from a back injury. The 7-footer's next chance to play will come on Sunday against SMU.
JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play against Tulsa Ballard (back) is out for Saturday's game versus Tulsa, Taylor Eldridge of The Wichita Eagle reports.
Impact Ballard will miss his second straight game with a back injury Saturday. His next chance to play is Thursday's matchup with Memphis.
JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out injured at South Florida Ballard (back) did not play during the Shockers' 70-66 win Sunday at South Florida.
Impact From a report by Taylor Eldridge of The Wichita Eagle, Ballard's back continued to negatively affect him. He will be day-to-day until further notice.
JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Logs three minutes in return Ballard (back) had one block and missed his only shot attempt during Thursday's 70-61 loss to Cincinnati.
Impact Ballard had missed three straight games with a back injury and was able to return to provide some extra depth in the frontcourt. The 7-0 sophomore is in his first year with the Shockers after coming over from Florida State, but it hasn't led to a much greater uptick in minutes, as he's averaging 2.1 points and 2.1 rebounds in 10.1 minutes per contest.
JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Going through pregame warmups Ballard (back) is warming up before Thursday's game against Cincinnati, Taylor Eldridge of The Wichita Eagle reports.
Impact Ballard is considered questionable to play with a back injury, which has kept him sidelined for Wichita State's previous three games. The 7-foot sophomore played double-digit minutes in each of the team's four contests prior to this three-game hiatus.
JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Able to practice Ballard (back) will practice on Tuesday, according to Taylor Eldridge of The Wichita Eagle.
Impact Ballard's back continues to affect him. But considering the seven-footer will practice on Tuesday, fantasy managers should not be surprised if he plays soon. Ballard's availability was probable before Wichita State hosted East Carolina on Dec. 31. Next, they host Cincinnati this Thursday.
JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
DNP vs. East Carolina Ballard (back) did not play during the Shockers' 79-69 loss Saturday versus East Carolina.
Impact Presumably, Ballard was available during the Shockers' final game of 2022. He sat out again though. Ballard's next opportunity to return is when they host Cincinnati on Jan. 5.
DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Suited up against East Carolina Ballard (back) is dressed in uniform ahead of Saturday's game versus East Carolina, Shane Dennis of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Ballard seems likely to play Saturday after missing the previous two games with a back injury. He is averaging 2.3 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in 10.9 minutes across nine games this season.
DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Makes most of minutes Ballard logged 10 points (4-5 FG, 2-6 FT), five rebounds and two blocks across 13 minutes during Monday's 79-55 victory over Central Arkansas.
Impact Ballard was one of two Shockers to reach double-figures in points Monday. The sophomore center provided efficient offense off the bench while also managing to be a force in the paint. Ballard transferred from Florida State over the offseason after appearing in just 18 games last season.
NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Monday Musings: Syracuse Basketball's Options After Quincy Ballard's Decision Florida State transfer big Quincy Ballard committed to Wichita State on Saturday over Syracuse. Ballard was being recruited to replace Frank...
APRIL 18, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
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APRIL 16, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Quincy Ballard Sets Decision Date, Time Florida State transfer center Quincy Ballard will announce his transfer destination at noon on Saturday, April 16th via his Instagram page a...
APRIL 16, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM
Quincy Ballard Sets Decision Date, Time Florida State transfer center Quincy Ballard will announce his transfer destination at noon on Saturday, April 16th via his Instagram page a...
APRIL 16, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Quincy Ballard Schedules Syracuse Visit Florida State transfer center Quincy Ballard will take an official visit to Syracuse basketball Thursday, April 7th. Mike Waters of Syracuse...
APRIL 5, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Former Henninger 7-footer Quincy Ballard, once a Syracuse recruit, enters transfer portal (report) Ballard played in 18 games for Florida State last year, averaging 4.8 minutes.
MARCH 21, 2022 • SYRACUSE.COM
FSU sophomore center Quincy Ballard enters the NCAA Transfer Portal FSU center enters the NCAA Transfer Portal.
MARCH 21, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
