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Commentary: Eastern Michigan falls to 120, Alabama stays best in Pool's Power Rankings

By Kevin Pool · Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009

For the second week in a row, Alabama is No. 1 in Pool’s Power Rankings. Meanwhile, Eastern Michigan University secured the bottom spot after a loss to last week’s No. 120 Ball State.

Ball State’s MiQuale Lewis runs on Saturday against EMU. He had a school-record 301 yards rushing and a touchdown against the worst rush defense in the nation.

Notebook: Ball State is latest to feast on Eastern Michigan defense

By Ryan Remstad · Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009

Eastern Michigan University’s rush defense has been a pretty sore subject all season, and Saturday’s 29-27 loss to Ball State didn’t make the matter any easier.

Volleyball, football teams raise money for breast cancer research

By Kevin Pool · Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009

Saturday marked the third consecutive year Eastern Michigan University paired up with the Side-Out Foundation for “Dig Pink,” an event that has helped raise awareness and money for breast cancer research.

Corey Welch rushes for a 12-yard touchdown in the second quarter at Rynearson Stadium.

Ball State makes comeback, keeps Eastern Michigan winless

By Ryan Remstad · Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009

It was a game between winless Mid-American Conference teams Saturday, as Eastern Michigan University lined up against Ball State at Rynearson Stadium. It was for certain someone would come away with a win.

Ball State overcomes 14-point deficit to defeat Eagles, 29-27

By Ryan Remstad · Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009

Ball State had two touchdowns and a safety in the third quarter to overcome Eastern Michigan University’s 14-point lead and win 29-27 Saturday at Rynearson Stadium in a game between winless Mid-American Conference teams.

Eastern Michigan leads Ball State at half, 20-13

By Ryan Remstad · Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009

Eastern Michigan leads Ball State 20-13 at halftime in a game between winless teams Saturday at Rynearson Stadium.

Commentary: Alabama remains No.1 in Pool's Power Rankings

By Kevin Pool · Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009

Another week of college football has finished, and once again Alabama hasn’t lost and Ball State hasn’t won, which has earned them their respective top and bottom spots in Pool’s Power Rankings for week eight.

Students, as well as area locals, showed up to see the game and support the cause at 2008's “Dig and Kick Pink” day.

"Dig, Kick Pink" to help fight breast cancer

By Jeremiah Juncker · Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Saturday has been marked “Dig and Kick Pink” day by the EMU Athletic Department for the purpose of raising money for breast cancer awareness.

Terrence Blevins (3) rushes against a tough Kent State defense in Eastern’s 28-6 loss Saturday.

EMU takes tough loss to Kent State, 28-6

By Ryan Remstad · Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009

After a 28-6 loss Saturday at Rynearson Stadium to Mid-American Conference opponent Kent State, Eastern Michigan coach Ron English said it was a difficult postgame locker room to step into.

Notebook: English: Team shows emotion

By Ryan Remstad · Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009

Eastern Michigan coach Ron English’s demeanor can often be described as intense or fiery, but he was more somber than usual at his postgame news conference following a 28-6 loss to Kent State on Saturday.

Eastern Michigan defensive back Chris May returns an interception against Kent State on Saturday.

Kent State defeats Eastern Michigan 28-6

By Ryan Remstad · Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009

Kent State defeated Eastern Michigan 28-6 on Saturday at Rynearson Stadium behind freshman quarterback Spencer Keith’s three touchdowns.

English sticks to his guns heading into game against Kent State

By Justin Souva · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

Eastern Michigan football coach Ron English said his staff would stick to its philosophy, despite starting 0-5, heading into Saturday’s game against Kent State.

Commentary: Alabama is atop week 7 in Pool's Power Rankings

By Kevin Pool · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

It’s a new week in college football, which means a new list of power rankings of the nation’s best and worst college football teams from yours truly. This week’s poll not only has some familiar teams, but also some newcomers.

Dwayne Priest (22) runs Saturday at Kelly/Shorts Stadium on Saturday. He had 21 rushing yards in EMU’s loss.

Notebook: Eastern Michigan football struggling

By Justin Souva · Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

MOUNT PLEASANT – After a 56-8 loss to Central Michigan on Saturday, Eastern Michigan is 0-5 (0-2 Mid-American Conference).

Dan LeFevour (13) in Central Michigan’s 56-8 win over Eastern Michigan on Saturday. He tied a career high with six touchdowns (3 passing, 3 rushing).

LeFevour proves he's real deal, again

By Justin Souva · Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

MOUNT PLEASANT – Dan LeFevour had his way with Eastern Michigan’s defense Saturday at Kelly/Shorts Stadium.**

Commentary: Pool's College Football Power Rankings

By Kevin Pool · Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

College football’s top 25 polls are released every Sunday and sometimes it can leave people scratching their heads.

Temple tailback Bernard Pierce (30) at the end of one of his 25 carries Saturday. He helped his team to a 24-12 win with 180 rushing yards and two touchdowns.

Eastern Michigan's homecoming spoiled by Temple

By Ryan Remstad · Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009

Eastern Michigan University’s homecoming football game was Saturday. Alumni and students alike flocked to Rynearson Stadium to take part in the pageantry, name a king and queen and help cheer their team to a victory.

Ron English (far right) looks from the sideline in EMU’s loss Saturday. His defense allowed 365 yards.

Notebook: English: Defense is a 'travesty'

By Ryan Remstad · Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009

It was another big rushing output for Eastern Michigan University’s opponent Saturday.

Marvon Sanders (27) carries the ball against Temple during the second quarter of the EMU vs. Temple game.

Temple extends Eastern Michigan's losing streak

By Ryan Remstad · Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009

Eastern Michigan’s losing skid to start the season was extended to four today, and its homecoming was spoiled as Temple won 24-12 in the Mid-American Conference game at Rynearson Stadium.

Eagles going for first win of season

By Justin Souva · Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009

Eastern Michigan University’s football team is hungry for a win, as it should be.