Track & Field

Excellence defined: 22 Eagles achieve All-MAC Academic status

The Eastern Michigan University track and field programs have demonstrated that their speed on the track is matched only by their diligence in the classroom, landing 22 student-athletes on the Academic All-MAC list. This recognition highlights a department-wide culture of excellence where athletes manage rigorous majors alongside Division I competition

Eagles throw down: Records fall, and NCAA rankings rise at Spartan Invitational

The Eastern Michigan University track and field programs delivered a standout performance at the 2026 Spartan Invitational, securing multiple NCAA rankings and program records. This recap details the key victories in East Lansing, including dominant throwing displays and personal bests that set a strong tone for the outdoor season.

Eagle excellence: Eastern Michigan shines at 2026 MAC Championships

From record-shattering sprints in the pool to middle-distance dominance on the track, the Eagles solidified their status as a rising force within the conference while crowning two Freshman of the Year performers during the 2026 Mid-American Conference Championships.

Eagles take flight in Mount Pleasant: EMU men secure third, women take eighth at MAC Indoor Championships

The Eastern Michigan University track and field programs concluded the 2026 Mid-American Conference (MAC) Indoor Championships with a series of standout individual performances and podium finishes. Hosted by Central Michigan University at the Jack Skoog Track on Feb. 27-28, the meet saw the EMU men’s team secure a third-place finish with 98 points, while the women’s team placed eighth with 40 points. The weekend was highlighted by a double-gold performance from Kian Wiles, individual titles from Mariah Taylor and Gabe Oliveira, and the crowning of Sam Vesperman as the MAC Co-Indoor Men’s Freshman Performer of the Year.

Buratczuk soars as Eagles shine at Silverston Invitational

Eastern Michigan University delivered a statement performance at the Silverston Invitational in Ann Arbor, highlighted by Natalie Buratczuk’s high jump victory and multiple podium finishes across both the men’s and women’s squads.

EMU alumna Jasmine Jones to compete in Winter 2026 Olympics

Eastern Michigan University track and field alumna, Jasmine Jones, speaks with The Echo about what it is like to compete as an Olympian.

Four wins and 17 personal bests highlight EMU Track & Field's weekend of competition

The EMU track and field teams racked up four event wins over the weekend of Feb. 13-14, 2026, at two separate meets.

Eagles soar to new heights at Michigan Invitational with record marks and event wins

The Eastern Michigan University track and field teams turned in an impressive showing at the Michigan Invitational on Feb. 7, 2026, combining for four program top 10 marks, 11 personal bests and three individual event victories in a highly competitive field. Powered by dominant field event performances and multiple podium finishes across both rosters, the Eagles continue to build momentum as they head into a pivotal split-meet weekend.

Wiles breaks sub-four-minute barrier in historic track and field weekend

Eastern Michigan University's track and field teams showcased exceptional depth and talent across two Midwest meets, highlighted by seven personal bests and three top-10 program marks. Kian Wiles' historic sub-four-minute mile led the weekend, while athletes and distance runners alike continued to shatter records and position the Eagles for a strong indoor season.

Eagle Sports Tips & Tales: Aug. 24-30

Fall semester classes and sports are now in full swing! Get the scoop on the top sports storylines this week at Eastern Michigan University.

Eastern Michigan Athletics Hall of Fame reveals class of 2025 inductees

Meet the five men and women who have been selected via the Eastern Michigan E-Club Alumni Chapter, the official varsity athletic letterwinners club, as the latest inductees into the school’s Hall of Fame. All are set to be honored during the Hall of Fame ceremony on Oct. 10, 2025, in the George Gervin GameAbove Center.

EMU Women’s Track & Field HC Sue Parks announces retirement after 20 seasons at helm

Sue Parks, a member of the Eastern Michigan Athletics Hall of Fame, announced on Aug. 7, 2025, that she will be stepping down from her full-time role as Women's Cross Country Head Coach and Women's Track & Field Associate Head Coach at the conclusion of the 2025-26 outdoor season.

Eastern Michigan track & field sends eight to NCAA East First Round Meet

Five men and three women in the Eastern Michigan track and field program will fly the flag for the green and white in Jacksonville, Florida, later this week. Gabe Singh, Brendan Hill, Lucky Fiaku, Jake McEachern and Kian Wiles headline the men’s Eagles that will compete in the NCAA East Prelims that begin the morning of May 28, while Micah Martin, Saraiah Walkes and Isabella Brent will lead the women into competition beginning May 29. 

Bob Parks Invitational returns to Eastern Michigan with Olympian Donald Scott

The bronze medalist in the 2022 World Indoor Championships and seventh-place finisher in the Tokyo Olympics returns to Eastern Michigan for the Bob Parks Memorial.

Track and Field sets new records in first meet of season

Josephine Oloye, a Sophomore from Nigeria, sets the Eastern Michigan school record in the 300-meter dash.

Ryan Johnson represents Eastern Michigan at U20 World Athletic Championships

Johnson Takes fourth place in the hammer throw to lead four Eastern Michigan at the U20 World Athletics Championships in Peru.

Former Eagle headed to 2024 Paris Olympics

EMU Track and Field alum Donald Scott is headed to the 2024 Paris Olympics.

EMU track and field remain instate for two meet weekend as several Eagles post personal records

EMU athletes set outdoor personal records in 18 different instances throughout the two meets and also had 13 different first-place finishers in their respective events.

48 Eagles post personal records for Eastern Michigan after two-meet weekend

Eastern Michigan Track and Field Goes on the Road; Produces Results at Raleigh Relays

Eastern Michigan had runners in the women’s 800, 1500, 5000, and 10000 meters, while having runners in the men’s 800 and 1500 meters. There were also two events that the Eagles had athletes in that covered the field side of things, which were the men’s long jump and triple jump.