An incoming freshman in Indianapolis has made a life-changing shot.

The new Ball State University student made a half court shot. If that wasn't enough, that long lob netted him free tuition when he heads back to school next semester, WRTV reported.

It is the second time in three years a student has made the shot during the university's annual start-of-the-year pep rally.

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Ceudy Gutierrez reads a book to her 2-year-old son, Matias, at their home in Buford, GA, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. Ceudy Gutierrez is struggling to make ends meet for herself and her three young kids following her husband’s ICE arrest earlier this fall. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)

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