The Road to the Mac Tournament For EMU Men’s and Women’s Basketball
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Follow Sports Editor Luke Gremban on twitter @LukeGremban for live-tweets and EMU sports news.
Follow Sports Editor Luke Gremban on twitter @LukeGremban for live-tweets and EMU sports news.
The men’s basketball, women’s basketball, and football seasons are all in full swing. Luke and Caleb recap the first few games - from Areanna Combs’ consistency to Yeikson Montero’s regrettable shooting - and discuss the biggest strengths and weaknesses of each team so far.
Follow Sports Editor Luke Gremban on twitter @LukeGremban for live-tweets and EMU sports news.
When I began writing for the Echo about a year ago, one of the first articles I wrote was on why Detroit’s major sports teams are stuck in such a state of mediocrity. I outlined general things they could do to get better again (tanking, upgrading stadiums, competent coaching, etc.) but I didn’t do it specifically for each team. With the Lions’ recent firing of head coach Matt Patricia and GM Bob Quinn, I think they can finally start to take some steps towards success again.
With the new season on the horizon, Sports Editor Luke Gremban and sports columnist Caleb Burlingame spoke with Rob Murphy, EMU’s Men’s Basketball coach. Murphy discussed his journey to Eastern Michigan, players to watch, and expectations for the year. Listen to the full interview above, or read some of the highlights below.
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With COVID-19 derailing college sports programs like the University of Wisconsin and the University of Maryland, many wonder what is going on behind the scenes with Eastern Michigan University’s football team. Sports Editor Luke Gremban and Sports Columnist Caleb Burlingame sat down with Greg Steiner, EMU’s associate athletic director, last Saturday, Nov. 7, to discuss COVID-19 protocols, and whether fans would be permitted in the stands anytime soon. You can listen to the interview here, or read the main points below.
Luke and Caleb talk expectations and bring their analysis on week one of college football. Hear the conversation they had just hours before the University of Michigan fell to Michigan State University.
If you’re like me and have a fantasy team that is currently riddled with injuries and unfortunate bye weeks, then you’ve probably already been shopping the waiver wire desperately looking for help. Our leagues might not be the same in terms of who is available, but I’ve gathered a good list of six players that could give your team a boost if you can pick them up off of waivers.
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Who are the NFL imposters? Would Stafford be a better fit in New Orleans? Who will make it to the Super Bowl? These questions answered and more on this week's episode of the Factory Report.
While sitting on my couch watching Michigan’s season opener against Minnesota, I couldn’t help but feel like the team I was watching was much different than years past. Both sides of the ball played with speed and aggression while still keeping their cool under pressure. Joe Milton looked as calm as a 4th year starter, and while the defense wasn’t perfect, they made huge plays when it mattered. I can’t help but to be intrigued with what the rest of the schedule has to offer them, especially with Wisconsin being a big question mark at the moment with their COVID-19 issues.
The morning after game five of the NBA Finals, Luke and Caleb bring on Producer Danny Murphy for some NBA talk. Tune in to hear them discuss the next season of the NBA, from Giannis' free agency to Golden State's resurrection.Hosted: Caleb Burlingame, Luke Gremban, Danny Murphy
With 959 digs, 310 spikes, and 803 kills in three years, Franki Strefling, an outside hitter on Eastern Michigan University's volleyball team, is an all-around excellent player. After offering some tips on playing the game, Franki shares what her life as a D1 athlete is like off the court. Franki, Caleb, and Luke talk about everything from stats, to body image, to the recent launch of her YouTube channel.
EMU and the MAC recently announced that football is expected to return Nov. 4, sans-spectators. Luke and Caleb discuss the risks and the potential impact on performance quality. As of recording time, a schedule had yet to be announced.
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In a press release Friday, the Eastern Michigan Athletic Department announced that in conjunction with the Mid-American Council of Presidents the school will play a six-game football season beginning in November. The season will end with a championship game on “Dec. 18 or 19.” The MAC has not released a schedule yet.
On this week’s episode of the Podcast, Luke and Caleb lay bare their thoughts on the Lion’s week one performance against the Bears. Next, they preview the NBA Eastern and Western Conference finals along with keys for success for each team as well as their series predictions.
Luke and Caleb debate which NFL teams could overperform and underperform in the 2020 season, drawing on stats from ESPN's Seth Walder as well as Vegas Insider's Super Bowl betting odds.