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Eastern Michigan Eagles outscored 77-70 at Northern Illinois

By Mackenzie Thompson · Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022

Men’s basketball came up short against NIU leading to a loss on the road. Back for more gameplay at home, the Eagles look to recover against Kent State on Jan. 18.

EMU Gymnastics tops rival Central Michigan University

By Blake McQueary · Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022

The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team took on Mid-American Conference rival Central Michigan which resulted in a 193.525 - 192.925 win for EMU. The Eagles were led by senior Kara Roberts, who finished first place on vault, and junior Hadyn Crossen, who finished second in the all-around competition.

EMU Track & Field finish 1st in Akron Quad Meet

By Jessica Laroy · Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022

Eastern Michigan track & field claimed victories over Akron and Buffalo at the Akron Quad Meet. Taige Bryant completed a new personal best of 22.85m in the weight throw, ranking second in the nation and first in the MAC.

Areanna Combs becomes 24th Eagle inducted into EMU’s 1,000 point club

By Mackenzie Thompson · Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022

The Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team traveled to to play the Kent State Golden Flashes. The Eagles fell short, 83-58, and look to redeem themselves against in-state rival Western Michigan on Jan 22.

Eastern Michigan Eagles bounce back with 99-68 win over conference rival Central Michigan Chippewas

By Jessica Laroy · Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022

The Eagles men’s basketball team played an outstanding game Tuesday night, winning 99-68 against Central Michigan. Eastern had five players score in double figures.

Second-half spark from Eastern Michigan not enough as Eagles fall to Ball State, 73-83

By Blake McQueary · Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022

The Eastern Michigan women's basketball team hosted Ball State inside the George Gervin GameAbove Center on Wednesday, which resulted in a 73-83 loss for the Eagles to the Cardinals. Senior guard Areanna Combs scored 23 points in the matchup, marking her just 8 points shy of the 1,000-point mark.

EMU Football Fall 56-20 against Liberty in 2021 LendingTree Bowl

By Blake McQueary · Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021

The Eastern Michigan football team finished their season with a 7-6 overall record after falling to Liberty 56-20 in the 2021 LendingTree Bowl. The Eagles will now head home for a holiday break before returning to Ypsilanti to start winter workouts and prepare for the 2022 season.

EMU student Synene Maria Abukaram gains free college after winning 100K tuition competition

By Jessica Laroy · Monday, Dec. 20, 2021

Sophomore Synene Maria Abukaram won 100K in scholarship money after winning a Dr. Pepper sponsored competition hosted at the B1G Ten championship game.

Opinion: Predicting the 2021-2022 college football playoffs

By Caleb Burlingame · Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021

A look into the 2021 CFP semi-finals as well as the National Title game.

The “Iceman Returns” to Ypsilanti; Eagles triumph against FIU in chilling 4OTs

By Mackenzie Thompson · Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021

Game Above hosts George Gervin Day and honors him during a halftime ceremony announcing the name change of the Convocation Center to the George Gervin Game Above Center. EMU defeats FIU 92-88 in quadruple overtime.

Eastern Michigan men’s basketball defeats Niagara in nail-biter

By Blake McQueary · Monday, Dec. 13, 2021

Last Wednesday night the Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team (4-5, 0-0 MAC) battled Niagara University (3-6, 0-2 MAAC) inside the Convocation Center, which resulted in a 60-58 win for the Eagles. The Eagles have now earned four wins on the season under first-year Head Coach Stan Heath

EMU track & field breaks school record at GVSU Holiday Open

By Mackenzie Thompson · Friday, Dec. 10, 2021

Eastern Michigan track will kickoff the 2021-22 season at the GVSU Holiday Open on Dec.3 Last season the program collected many accolades and saw 14 athletes named All-Americans.

Seven EMU football athletes place on All-Mid American Conference Teams

By Jessica Laroy · Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021

Eastern Michigan football had seven athletes receive spots on All-MAC teams. Several school records were broken in a singular season.

Eastern Michigan men’s basketball lose 83-74 to UC San Diego in West Coast Battle

By Blake McQueary · Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2021

Eastern Michigan Men’s basketball team traveled to San Diego to play UC San Diego which resulted in a 83-74 loss for the Eagles. Colin Golson Jr., Monty Scott, and Bryce McBride finished with 16 points each.

It is time to bowl for the EMU football team

By Blake McQueary · Monday, Dec. 6, 2021

After going 7-5 during the regular season, the Eastern Michigan football team will play in the LendingTree Bowl against Liberty. This is the first appearance of EMU in the LendingTree Bowl, but also a first appearance of a new bowl called the Frisco Classic Bowl.

EMU rower Synene Maria Abukaram wins $100K Dr. Pepper tuition scholarship

By Jessica Laroy · Monday, Dec. 6, 2021

EMU Rower Synene Maria Abukaram was one of the three finalists to participate in the Dr. Pepper tuition giveaway at halftime during the Big Ten Championship Game. She won the $100K scholarship after successfully making 14 footballs into a single target.

Eastern Michigan Women's Basketball announces newest recruits for 2022 season

By Mackenzie Thompson · Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021

Three new Eastern Michigan recruits have signed Letters of Intent on National Signing Day. Dara Capaldi, Sophia Nittinger, and Olivia Smith join the Eastern Michigan familE for the 2022 season.

Men's basketball finshes strong on senior night

Eastern Michigan Men’s Basketball defeat Western Illinois 72-68 after high-scoring second half

By Blake McQueary · Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021

The Eagles garnered another home win under first-year Head Coach Stan Heath at the Convocation Center against the Western Illinois Leathernecks on Wednesday, Nov. 24. Monty Scott and Noah Farrakhan led the Eagles scoring efforts in a high-scoring second half. The Eagles defeated the Leathernecks 72-68.

Eastern Michigan football lose to Central Michigan in season finale 31-10

By Jessica Laroy · Monday, Nov. 29, 2021

Eastern Michigan football ended their season with a 31-10 loss to Central Michigan. The Eagles bowl game is still yet to be determined as to who or where they will be playing.

Eastern Michigan football clutches a 22-21 victory over Western Michigan

By Mackenzie Thompson · Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021

A strong showcase from Eastern Michigan’s defense and special times secured a huge 22-21 win over MAC rivals, Western Michigan Broncos.