Crosby Field
(06/23/24 9:00pm)
Maxx and his wife, Rachel Crosby, standing in front of the new field named in their honor.
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Talking to Athletic Director Scott Wetherbee about the upcoming season
(06/27/24 12:00pm)
In an exclusive interview, Scott Wetherbee, Eastern Michigan University's athletic director, shared his insights and expectations for the upcoming sports season, including several facility upgrades and new coaching transitions.
Crosby Field unveiled: EMU's new turf ready for action
(06/23/24 9:00pm)
In a significant moment for Eastern Michigan University, NFL star Maxx Crosby and his wife, Rachel Crosby, an EMU soccer alumna, donated $1 million to help revamp the university’s football field and other athletic programs.
Graduate student Kyle Schroedle signs with Voyagers
(06/25/24 12:00pm)
Graduate student Kyle Schroedle, an outfielder for the Eastern Michigan University Baseball team, has signed a professional contract with the Great Falls Voyagers.
Future Eagle Savannah De Bock ranks 2nd at Junior World Championship
(06/20/24 12:00pm)
The Mandiri Ciputra Golf Preneur Junior World Championship is in the books, and Savannah De Bock (Ecaussinnes-d'enghien, Belgium) came in second place in the tournament, tallying a two-under-par score of 214 for scores of 72-73-69 for the three-day tournament on June 12-14.
Detroit City FC triumphs on TRUEMU night
(06/18/24 12:00pm)
It was a memorable TRUEMU Night at Keyworth Stadium as Detroit City FC men’s and women’s teams clinched victories in front of an electrifying crowd on June 16. The special event saw fans treated to a double-header, with proceeds benefiting the EMU Student Emergency Fund.
Eastern Michigan hires Andy Walker as new head men's golf coach
(06/19/24 12:00pm)
For the first time in 30 years, Eastern Michigan has hired a new head coach for the men’s golf program, Andy Walker. Walker comes into Eastern after being the head coach at Virginia Commonwealth University for three years.
Jay Smith joins men’s basketball as assistant coach, player development specialist
(06/14/24 12:00pm)
The Eastern Michigan University men's basketball program has appointed Jay Smith as Assistant Coach/Player Development Specialist and announced Head Coach Stan Heath on June 10.
Eastern Michigan welcomes new women’s golf coach Josh Brewer
(06/09/24 12:00pm)
Eastern Michigan University announced the hiring of Josh Brewer as the new head coach of the women's golf program on May 29.
Eastern Michigan’s Golf Coach Bruce Cunningham retires after 30 years
(06/10/24 9:00pm)
After three decades of transformative leadership at Eastern Michigan University, Head Men's Golf Coach Bruce Cunningham announced his retirement on May 24. The 2023-24 season marked Cunningham's 30th year leading the EMU men's golf team.
GameAbove grants $6.5 million to transform EMU golf teams
(05/29/24 9:00pm)
Eastern Michigan University announced a $6.5 million commitment from GameAbove to its Department of Athletics on May 28. This significant contribution aims to elevate EMU's men's and women's golf programs, bringing GameAbove's total support for EMU Golf to over $14.5 million. It marks the highest level of support from a single donor for one sport in the university's history.
Track and Field wraps up 2024 season at NCAA East Prelims
(05/27/24 12:00pm)
The Eastern Michigan University track and field teams capped off their 2024 outdoor season as 11 athletes competed for a spot in the national championships at the NCAA East Prelims, held May 22-25 at the University of Kentucky Track & Field Facility in Lexington, Kentucky.
Eagles' Kleiman hits third consecutive homer, but Eastern Michigan falls short in season finale against Northern Illinois, 9-8
(05/21/24 12:00pm)
Brendan Kleiman (Olney, Maryland/Sherwood/Frederick C.C.) showcased his talent at the plate by hitting a home run for the third consecutive game from May 16-18. This achievement makes Kleiman the sole Eagle to accomplish such a feat in the 2024 baseball season for Eastern Michigan University and cements his place in the team's history.
Eastern Michigan baseball falls in 11-inning thriller to Northern Illinois, 15-14
(05/19/24 12:00pm)
In a high-scoring extra-innings contest on May 17 at Ralph McKinzie Field, the Eastern Michigan University baseball team was narrowly defeated by Northern Illinois University in a series game, 15-14, in 11 innings.
Eagles' baseball late rally falls short as Northern Illinois edges Eastern Michigan 5-4
(05/18/24 12:00pm)
Bobby Jones (Loveland, Ohio/St. Xavier/Xavier) delivered the first complete game of his career and the third for the Eagles this season, but the Eastern Michigan University Baseball team's late rally wasn't enough as they fell to Northern Illinois University, 5-4, on May 16, at Ralph McKinzie Field.
EMU Baseball goes on the road, losing to Michigan State, 9-8
(05/16/24 12:00pm)
The Eastern Michigan University Baseball team made the 60-mile trip to East Lansing to take on the Michigan State Spartans, with the Eagles losing by a score of 9-8 on May 14.
New York Jets score big: EMU wide receiver Hamze El-Zayat joins the team
(05/17/24 12:00pm)
On May 13, former Eastern Michigan University wide receiver Hamze El-Zayat (Dearborn, Michigan/Fordson/Fordham) officially secured a spot with the NFL's New York Jets.
Johnson matches career best with four RBIs despite baseball's loss to Bowling Green
(05/13/24 9:00pm)
Junior Lucas Johnson (Hamilton, Ontario/Westdale Secondary/Wright State) showcased his batting prowess with a stellar performance, collecting four RBIs as the Eastern Michigan University baseball team faced off against the Mid-American Conference regular season champions, Bowling Green State University. Despite Johnson's standout effort, the Eagles couldn't secure a victory on their Senior Day, May 12, at Oestrike Stadium.
Eastern Michigan places third and second at MAC outdoor track and field championships, advances to NCAA preliminary
(05/12/24 9:00pm)
The Eastern Michigan University Track and Field teams completed the outdoor season at Northern Illinois University at the Mid-American Conference championships on May 9-10.
Cory Taylor shines with three hits despite Eastern Michigan's loss to Bowling Green, 7-1
(05/12/24 4:00pm)
On May 11, during the matchup at Oestrike Stadium, Cory Taylor (Shelbyville, Indiana/Shelbyville) showcased his batting talent with three hits, but it wasn't enough to carry the EMU baseball team to victory against BGSU. Despite Taylor's efforts, the Eagles surrendered to a 7-1 defeat.
