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(07/24/24 4:00pm)
In a landmark decision that underscored the Mid-American Conference's commitment to expanding athletic opportunities, the conference announced on Thursday, July 18, that women’s rowing will be added to its sports lineup beginning with the 2025-26 academic year. This move increases the MAC’s sponsored championships to 23 and positions the conference as a significant player in collegiate women’s rowing.
(07/22/24 12:00pm)
The Mid-American Conference recently hosted its annual football kickoff at the Pro Football Hall of Fame on July 18-19, bringing together coaches and players from its 12 institutions. Eastern Michigan University's Head Coach, Chris Creighton, tight end Jere Getzinger, and defensive lineman Justin Jefferson represented the conference.
(07/18/24 12:00pm)
Seven standout Eastern Michigan University swimmers are set to make a splash at the 2024 USA Swimming Summer Speedo Sectionals, held at Ohio State University’s McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion from July 18-21.
(07/21/24 12:00pm)
For the 20th consecutive academic year, the Eastern Michigan University Volleyball Team has earned the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic Award, sponsored by INTENT, as announced on Wednesday, July 17.
(06/27/24 12:00pm)
In an exclusive interview, Scott Weatherbee, Eastern Michigan University's athletic director, shared his insights and expectations for the upcoming sports season, including several facility upgrades and new coaching transitions.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(05/12/24 12:00pm)
In a thrilling game at Oestrike Stadium on Friday, May 10, the Eastern Michigan University baseball team staged a remarkable comeback scoring three runs in the ninth inning to defeat the Bowling Green State University Falcons with a final score of 10-9.
(05/11/24 12:00pm)
Eastern Michigan University professor Derrick Fries' lifelong dedication to sailing and athleticism has granted him a prestigious nomination for the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame. With a career spanning nearly three decades in competitive sports and a profound impact on sailing education, Fries' achievements are being celebrated on a statewide level.