recaps

Indoor track and field equipment in gray, green, and white fills the space, with athletes standing off to the sides of most of the competition areas.

Buratczuk soars as Eagles shine at Silverston Invitational

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026

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.

Resilient Eagles rally from 3-1 deficit to stun Bradley 4-3

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University Eagles battled back from a 3-1 deficit to defeat the Bradley University Braves 4-3 in a dramatic comeback victory. Fueled by late-game execution and relentless energy, the Eagles flipped the momentum to secure one of their most resilient wins of the season.

Women's lacrosse player with ball in the pocket of their stick dodges out of the way of opposing team player on the field.

Eagles Lacrosse win streak comes to an end in Buffalo

By Darrell Justice · Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University lacrosse team’s three-game win streak ended Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, as the Eagles fell 19-12 to Canisius University in Buffalo. Despite the loss, the Eagles' game had several highlights, and EMU looks ahead to face the University of Oregon on Feb. 22 at noon on B1G+.

Milestones amid the challenge: Eagles tested by Vanderbilt in Nashville

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University baseball team endured a challenging two-game road sweep against Vanderbilt University at Hawkins Field, falling 13-2 and 16-2 against the nationally regarded Southeastern Conference program. Despite the losses, several Eagles recorded their first collegiate hits and RBIs, while Carter White delivered a record-setting relief performance that highlighted individual growth amid tough competition.

Eastern's #7 Rubio shooting with pressure from the Northern Illinois players.

Eagles snap eight-game losing streak with 66-54 win over Central Michigan Chippewas

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026

Eastern Michigan University snapped an eight-game losing streak with a commanding 66–54 Mid-American Conference victory over in-state rival Central Michigan University at the George Gervin GameAbove Center, leading for nearly 38 minutes and placing four players in double figures. Fueled by standout performances from Gregory Lawson II, Godslove Nwabude, Mohammad Habhab, and Addison Patterson, the Eagles controlled the stat sheet and rivalry matchup to improve to 10–17 overall and regain momentum heading into their next conference test.

Mariana Vega crouches on golf course to think while gazing off into the distance.

EMU women’s golf secures historic second-place finish at Alice and John Wallace Invitational

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026

Eastern Michigan University women’s golf delivered a historic performance at the Alice and John Wallace Invitational in Palm Desert, claiming second place with a 9-over 861 and finishing ahead of multiple top-15 programs, including the UCLA Bruins and Vanderbilt Commodores. Led by twins Janae and Jasmine Leovao, who tied for fourth at even par, the No. 33 Eagles matched tournament champion USC for the lowest final-round score, signaling their rise as legitimate national contenders.

EMU golf player leans to the side while hitting a golf ball with a golf club outdoors on a cloudy day.

Record-setting weekend: EMU men’s golf finishes fourth at Hal Williams Collegiate

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University men’s golf team delivered a historic performance at the 2026 Hal Williams Collegiate, finishing fourth with a program-record 13-under 827 while breaking both the 54-hole and single-round scoring records.

Gymnast Sanai Evans poses on the floor before preforming her routine.

Eastern Michigan Gymnastics records 194.125 in a dual meet loss to Ball State

By Ruby Brannon · Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team scored a season-high 194.125 in a dual meet loss to Ball State on Feb. 15, highlighted by career-best and season-best performances on vault, uneven bars, and floor exercise. Despite the defeat, Eastern Michigan outscored Ball State on vault and floor, and will next compete against Temple University on Feb. 20 in Philadelphia.

Gymnast Katin Childress stands on the beam. In the background her teammates cheer her on.

Eagle Watch | Feb. 9-15

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 16, 2026

From Sabrina Tolstova’s clutch tennis win and Ty Dailey’s career-best 800m time to Alli Zajac’s first double-figure scoring game and Kelsey Dague’s hat trick in lacrosse, EMU athletes are making a significant impact on their respective programs.

Eastern Michigan Track at UofM Invitational feb 17th

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

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026

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

Eagles Tennis sweeps Big East road trip: DePaul and Butler fall to rising EMU squad

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University women’s tennis team completed a dominant Big East road trip, defeating DePaul and Butler with strong doubles play and standout freshman performances. The victories not only snapped a losing streak but also highlighted the team’s depth and resilience, setting the Eagles up for continued success this season.

EMU baseball player, #17, in a white and green striped uniform running to first base.

EMU Baseball recovers from opening loss to split weekend games, drops three-day series at Little Rock

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026

EMU baseball fell short in its three-game series against the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, only winning one game.

A women's lacrosse player with a ball in the pocket of their lacrosse stick dodges opposing team players on field.

Eagles lacrosse makes history with come-from-behind victory over Xavier

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026

Eastern Michigan University lacrosse stormed back from a three-goal second-quarter deficit to defeat Xavier University 9-7 on Feb. 14, 2026, securing the program’s first-ever win over the Musketeers and the best start in school history at 3-1.

#13, hanging onto the basketball hoop, in a white jersey, over an Oakland player, in a black jersey.

Western Michigan defeats Eastern Michigan 76-62 in Saturday home matchup

By Ruby Brannon · Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026

Despite holding a halftime lead, the Eastern Michigan University men's basketball fell to the Western Michigan University Broncos 76-62 Feb. 14, 2026, at the George Gervin GameAbove Center after being outscored 48-29 in the second half.

Eastern Michigan baseball opens 2026 season with 6-1 loss at Little Rock

By Ruby Brannon · Friday, Feb. 13, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University baseball team opened the 2026 season with a 6-1 road loss to the Little Rock Trojans at Gary Hogan Field, despite taking an early 1-0 lead in the first inning. Little Rock responded with four runs in the bottom half and never relinquished control, spoiling the head coaching debut of interim head coach Trevor Beerman as Eastern Michigan fell to 0-1 on the year.

Patterson #9 dribbles the ball while a Kent State player chases him and sticks his arm out.

Patterson’s career night not enough as Eagles fall in shootout at Kent State

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026

Despite a career-high 32 points from Addison Patterson and a dominant first-half performance, Eastern Michigan fell 95-91 to Kent State after being outscored 55-44 in the second half. A decisive free-throw disparity and Kent State’s perimeter shooting proved too much to overcome, extending the Eagles’ losing streak to seven games and tightening their postseason outlook in the MAC.

Eagles lacrosse soars to historic 2-1 start with victory over Lindenwood

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University lacrosse team secured a 14-11 victory over Lindenwood University to improve to a program-best 2-1 start, fueled by balanced scoring and key defensive milestones. Behind Mackenzie Blackwell’s four-goal, six-point performance and strong play from goalkeeper Maddy Porter, the Eagles maintained control in the second half to continue their historic 2026 campaign.

Two players from each team reach for the basketball after it is tossed high up in the air. A referee and an additional player from each team watch.

Eagle Watch | Feb. 2-8

By Ruby Brannon · Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026

This week’s Eagle Watch highlights standout performances across multiple Eastern Michigan University programs, led by Sisi Eleko’s nationally ranked double-double production, Addison Patterson’s scoring consistency, and Kyrie Lowe’s all-around excellence in gymnastics.

EMU gymnast, Kyrie Lowe, upside down in the process of completing a flip.

Eagles fall to Chippewas in annual Purple Meet despite strong individual showings

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 9, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team combined competition with a cause during its annual Purple Meet on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, raising epilepsy awareness while falling 195.275–192.725 to Central Michigan University at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. Despite the loss, the Eagles were buoyed by multiple career-best performances, a balance beam title from Katin Childress, and a runner-up all-around finish by Kyrie Lowe as EMU moved to 5–3 overall and 2–1 in MAC play.

Blackwell breaks records as EMU lacrosse secures 12-8 home opener victory over Butler

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 9, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University lacrosse team opened its home slate with a statement 12–8 victory over Butler University on Feb. 8, 2026, bouncing back from an opening loss behind a dominant, disciplined performance inside the Indoor Practice Facility. Mackenzie Blackwell powered the win with a record-setting seven-point outing as the Eagles rewrote multiple facility records and secured their third straight victory over the Bulldogs.