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Elson returns to WKU this season as Ball State DC

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David Elson has plenty of experience coaching on the home sideline at Houchens-Smith Stadium.

The former Western Kentucky coach will now experience life this season as a visitor in the stadium.

Elson is in his first year as Ball State’s defensive coordinator. The Cardinals from the Mid-American Conference will visit the Hilltoppers on Sept. 23. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m., with the game to be broadcast by new Conference USA partner Stadium.

Elson served as WKU’s head coach from 2003-09. The end of his tenure coincided with the Toppers making the jump from the FCS to the FBS.