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EMU defensive linemand sets for snap on Rynearson Stadium on Oct. 19.

10/31/2019, 2:22am

Week 10 Preview: The Eagles look ahead to matchup with Buffalo

By Charles Post / Sports Editor

Eastern Michigan football returns to action against Buffalo on Saturday, Nov. 2 at Rynearson Stadium. Both teams are looking to make up ground in the MAC standings as the Eagles are two games back in the MAC West and the Bulls are one game back in the MAC East. Eastern Michigan (4-4, 1-3) is coming off a 37-34 loss to the Toledo Rockets on the road, while Buffalo (4-4, 2-2) defeated the Central Michigan Chippewas 43-20 last weekend. 

Toledo's Desmond Phillips (10) is brought down by Eastern Michigan's Aaron Hamilton (51) and Jerodd Vines (15) during a MAC football game at the University of Toledo's Glass Bowl in Toledo, Ohio on Saturday October 26, 2019. THE BLADE/REBECCA BENSON

10/27/2019, 6:07pm

Eastern Michigan falls to Toledo in overtime

By Joey Pisaneschi

On a wet and gloomy afternoon, Eastern Michigan and Toledo shared a back and forth, hard fought and high staked football game. With the inclement weather, running the football would prove to be very important for both teams. Eastern Michigan allowed a season-high 366 rushing yards.

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10/27/2019, 1:50am

EMU women's soccer falls to Akron 3-2 after close second half

By Zach Sturgill

The Akron Zips women's soccer team came into Ypsilanti and were shutting out the Eastern Michigan Eagles to start the game at Scicluna Field on Thursday, Oct. 24. The two MAC rivals came into this matchup in the bottom half of the conference standings and Akron was primed for a quick momentum turn on the road. 

Ty Groce defends during game at the Convocation Center on Jan. 22.

10/27/2019, 12:05am

Previewing the MAC West men's basketball teams

By Tiauna Allen / Sports Writer

With the schedules being set for the 2019-20 NCAA men’s basketball season, teams in the MAC West are getting prepared for competition in less than two weeks. The division consists of Eastern Michigan, Ball State, Northern Illinois, Central Michigan, Toledo and Western Michigan. 

Miami (OH) basketball competes versus EMU at the Convocation Center.

10/26/2019, 11:47pm

Previewing the MAC East men's basketball teams

By Tiauna Allen / Sports Writer

Six teams in the MAC East are looking to tip-off the 2019-20 season with high levels of competition. The six MAC East teams are Buffalo, Ohio, Bowling Green, Miami (OH), Akron and Kent State. After winning the MAC East, the MAC Tournament along with competing in the NCAA Tournament, Buffalo will look to keep its momentum heading into this upcoming season.

EMU quarterback Preston Hutchinson drops back for pass at Rynearson Stadium on Oct. 19.

10/25/2019, 12:15pm

Preston Hutchinson impresses in debut

By Charles Post / Sports Editor

Eastern Michigan was skeptical of their roster after filling the quarter-back position against Western Michigan Oct. 19. Mike Glass III, EMU’s starter and captain, was out with an injury. Preston Hutchinson, the backup, was forced into duty and started the Eagles crucial game against the Broncos at home.

Creighton argues with line judge in loss to Michigan State in East Lansing.

10/24/2019, 5:03pm

Creighton's impact on the EMU football program

By Charles Post / Sports Editor

Chris Creighton was hired by Eastern Michigan before the 2014 season and after Ron English being fired the year prior. English was the Eagles head coach for four years before being fired nine games into his fifth campaign. English led them to just one six-win season, with a record of 11-46. Creighton has doubled that and is on the verge of adding another one this year.

EMU running back Shaq Vann breaks off a run at Rynearson Stadium on Oct. 19.

10/24/2019, 4:03pm

Week 9 Preview: Eastern Michigan takes on Toledo

By Joey Pisaneschi

After two consecutive home games, head coach Chris Creighton and the Eastern Michigan Eagles hit the road Oct. 26 to play the Rockets from the University of Toledo. Toledo is coming off two straight losses, including a 52-14 loss at the hands of Ball State University.

Rob Murphy smiles on the bench in the Eagles win on March 12 in Cleveland.

10/23/2019, 12:07am

Men's basketball 2019-20 season preview

By Luke Gremban / Sports Writer

The Eastern Michigan men’s basketball program is looking to improve on last year’s 9-9 record in the MAC. The Eagles are in a potential rebuilding season, losing four seniors who were major contributors during the 2018-2019 season. However, this schedule is not as difficult as last years. 

Natalie Gervais competes at the Convocation Center on Feb. 20.

10/19/2019, 3:15pm

EMU gymnastics ranked 24th in academics after 2018-19 season

By Tiauna Allen / Sports Writer

The Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics Association announced the top academic teams from the 2018-19 year and the Eastern Michigan’s gymnastic team landed the 24th spot in the country with a team GPA of 3.5. Four other MAC schools joined EMU on the list in the top 25. 

Eagles play defense on Sept. 7, 2019 at Kroger Field in Lexington.

10/19/2019, 3:14pm

Kobie Beltram steps up in senior season

By Jadan Shorts / SPORTS WRITER

Eastern Michigan football continues to support one another as their season comes to the halfway point. A big part of the Eagles’ team has been the defense and Kobie Beltram has stepped up during his senior season. Beltram has had a diligent season so far.

Breck Turner scores a touchdown against Toledo at Rynearson Stadium on Oct. 8.

10/19/2019, 3:14pm

Breck Turner prepares for rival Western Michigan

By Charles Post / Sports Editor

Breck Turner committed to the Eagles prior to the 2016 season, and now he’s a senior running back looking to end his career with a successful season. Before the season began, Turner was named to the Doak Walker award watch list for the top running back in the country, which included 71 players. 

EMU receiver Line Latu runs after the catch at Rynearson Stadium on Oct. 12.

10/19/2019, 3:13pm

Line Latu and the receiving core for the Eagles

By Zach Sturgill

Line Latu is playing in his second season with the Eastern Michigan Eagles after coming from San Mateo Community College in California, where former lineman Jimmy Leatiota and former receiver Johnnie Niupalau also attended before transferring to EMU.

Alyssa LaFace bumps the ball against Western Michigan at the Convocation Center.

10/19/2019, 3:13pm

EMU volleyball falls to Ball State after two straight victories

By Jadan Shorts / SPORTS WRITER

The Eastern Michigan women’s volleyball team has had an up-and-down season thus far through 18 matches. The Eagles won two straight games against Ohio and Toledo before falling to Ball State at the Convocation Center on Saturday, Oct. 12. The Cardinals won the match 3-2. 

Sabrina McNeill dribbles the ball against Detroit Mercy on Sept. 18.

10/19/2019, 2:38pm

Eagles women's soccer defeats Kent State in overtime

By Charles Post / Sports Editor

The Eastern Michigan women’s volleyball team defeated the Kent State Golden Flashes, 3-2 on the road in overtime. The Eagles scored two goals in the first half before scoring the game-winning goal three minutes into the overtime period. Sabrina McNeill scored the first and third goals for the Eagles in the win. 

Photo by Ludwig Schreier on Unsplash.

10/19/2019, 2:38pm

EMU women's golf wins back-to-back tournaments

By Tiauna Allen / Sports Writer

On Tuesday, Oct. 8, the Eastern Michigan women’s golf team won its second consecutive tournament with a score of 942 (316-314-312) after going into the third round of the MAC Fall Preview trailing by three strokes. The Eagles captured the victory at Silver Lake Country Club.