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A women's lacrosse player dodges opposing team players, holding the ball out of their reach.

Henry’s five-goal performance powers EMU lacrosse to milestone road victory

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, March 2, 2026

The Eastern Michigan lacrosse team earned a 13-10 come-from-behind victory over Austin Peay on March 1 at Morgan Bros. Field, improving to 5-2 behind a late five-goal surge and a career-high five goals from Emerson Henry. Sparked by freshman goalkeeper Emma Baker’s debut in net and milestone performances, including Tracy Grollman tying the program’s career assist record and the team netting its 600th all-time goal, the Eagles handed the Governors their first home loss in program history and now turn their focus to a road matchup at Vanderbilt.

#15 Believe Tshibangu in a green Eastern Michigan University jersey getting a 2-pointer.

Eagles fall to the Miami RedHawks

By Darrell Justice · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

The Eastern Michigan Eagles women's basketball fell 78-60 to the Miami RedHawks women's basketball on Feb. 25, 2026, at the George Gervin GameAbove Center, dropping to 12-14 on the season.

Gymnast Analiah Solorio salutes and smiles at the camera. The uneven bars she dismounted are in the background

Eagle Watch | Feb. 16-22

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 23, 2026

Eastern Michigan University student-athletes delivered standout performances across multiple programs Feb. 16-22, 2026. Here are the Eagles to watch.

On an indoor court, a women's basketball player dribbles the ball in between members of the opposing team.

EMU women's basketball secures a win at home

By Darrell Justice · Monday, Feb. 23, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University women's basketball team used a dominant first quarter and a balanced defensive effort to secure a 73–63 home victory over the University at Buffalo on Feb. 21, 2026, at the George Gervin GameAbove Center.

Two women's lacrosse players guard goal while a member of the opposing team stands off to the side.

Eastern Michigan lacrosse stuns Oregon for first Power Four win

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University lacrosse team earned a historic 12–9 road victory over the University of Oregon at Pape Field, securing the program’s first-ever win against a Power 4 opponent and improving to 4–2 on the season. Fueled by a dominant second quarter, clutch fourth-quarter goals, and a lockdown defensive effort led by goalkeeper Maddy Porter, the Eagles sealed a milestone triumph highlighted by multiple individual career achievements.

Player number 48 stands with back facing camera in the background. Player number 47 squats with his hands on his knees in the foreground of the baseball diamond.

Eagles battle through rollercoaster series in Clarksville

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University baseball team battled through a dramatic three-game road series against Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tennessee, highlighted by Ty Stecko’s multi-homer performance in a thrilling 7-6 comeback win Feb. 20, 2026, and an 11-inning heartbreaker the next day. Despite dropping the series 1-2, the Eagles showed resilience, bullpen growth, and emerging offensive firepower that signals strong potential for the 2026 squad.

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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+.

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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.

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.

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