Eastern Michigan University Athletics is heating up as the second week of December brings key nonconference basketball matchups and a gymnastics showdown. Here's what fans need to know for their weekly roundup of Eagles in action.
Women's basketball | Eagles take on Duquesne at home
The EMU women's basketball team is set to host Duquesne University on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, at the George Gervin GameAbove Center in Ypsilanti, Michigan, with tipoff scheduled for noon and live coverage on ESPN+.
The Eagles enter the week with strong momentum, riding a season-opening win against Robert Morris University and a 64-55 victory at the University of Detroit Mercy, where standout freshman guard Peyton Hill led the team with a career-high 21 points. She shot 70% from the field, marking her sixth double-digit scoring game of the season, making her the first EMU freshman since at least 2008-09 to score 10+ points in six of her first seven games. She currently leads all Mid-American Conference freshmen in scoring with an average of 13.7 points per game.
Veteran standout Sisi Eleko added 17 points and eight rebounds in the Detroit Mercy win, her seventh straight double-digit scoring outing, helping EMU maintain a positive record under head coach Sahar Nusseibeh. Looking ahead to Duquesne, the Eagles aim to leverage depth, aggressive defense, and fast-paced transitions, building on their historical advantage, having narrowly defeated Duquesne 79-77 in their only previous meeting on Dec. 28, 2007.
Men's basketball | Road test against Purdue Fort Wayne
The EMU men's basketball squad hits the road Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, facing Purdue University Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne, Indiana, at 8 p.m. The game will be available to watch on ESPN+ or listen to on WEMU/Varsity Network.
The Eagles currently lead the all-time series against Purdue Fort Wayne, 3-2, and are looking to rebound after losing to them 76-99 at home last season. Eastern Michigan enters this game following a 73-55 win over the New Jersey Institute of Technology, fueled by center Mo Habhab and Godslove Nwabude, but also a tough 84-68 loss at Butler University. EMU is expected to focus on tightening its perimeter defense while leveraging Habhab's inside presence to counter Purdue Fort Wayne's scoring threats.
Women's gymnastics | Friday night Ann Arbor regional showdown
The EMU women's gymnastics team has a competitive opportunity scheduled for Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. This event is set to take place at 7 p.m. at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The Eagles take on the Wolverines, an opponent against whom EMU has faced three losses in recent history, dating back to 2003. This December contest is anticipated to provide valuable competitive action for the Eagles athletes in a regional setting.
Other campus and athletics highlights
The action amongst EMU Athletics extends beyond the basketball court, with multiple programs receiving recognition in competition, recruitment and academics.
Specific highlights include the following:
- Sisi Eleko was named women’s basketball MAC Player of the Week for outings against Robert Morris and Detroit Mercy.
- Dontae McMillan was tabbed as football's MAC Player of the Week for performance against Western Michigan University.
- The EMU soccer program recently landed 11 athletes on the Academic All-MAC List.
- EMU football secured a record largest incoming class during the early signing period, officially adding 37 players to the program.
