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Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | Feb. 3-9

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 2, 2026

Eastern Michigan University sports kick off a jam-packed week from Feb. 3-9, 2026, featuring high-stakes basketball matchups, season openers and senior celebrations across multiple programs.

Eastern Michigan vs Buffalo Women's Tennis

Eagle Sports Tips & Tales | Jan. 27- Feb. 2

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Jan. 26, 2026

Eastern Michigan University fans can look forward to a jam-packed week of athletic action from Jan. 27 to Feb. 2, 2026, featuring historic rivalries, standout performances, and multi-state competitions across men’s and women’s basketball, gymnastics, track & field and tennis. From thrilling comebacks to record-breaking wins, this guide offers tips and viewing options to keep fans connected to every exciting moment.

#21, in a green jersey, walks up to the concrete wall holding a sledgehammer

Eastern Michigan football vs. Western Michigan preview: wrapping up 2025 with a win?

By Darrell Justice · Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025

Eastern Michigan will close out its season at home this week, taking on in-state rival Western Michigan University on Senior Night for the Eagles at Rynearson Stadium Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025.

#1, in a green jersey, looks to pass the football

Eastern Michigan football preview vs. Ball State: final road test of 2025

By Darrell Justice · Friday, Nov. 14, 2025

The Eastern Michigan University Eagles travel to Scheumann Stadium to take on the Ball State University Cardinals in EMU's final road matchup of the 2025 campaign.

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Eastern Michigan football preview vs. Bowling Green: maintaining positive momentum?

By Darrell Justice · Friday, Nov. 7, 2025

This week the Bowling Green State University Falcons, who have a record of 3-6, will be coming to Rynearson Stadium to play the Eastern Michigan Eagles.

An Eastern Michigan men’s basketball player dressed in green and white shoots over an Akron defender wearing blue and gold.

Eastern Michigan men’s basketball 2025-26 season preview: turning a new leaf?

By Caleb Henderson · Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025

Replacing four players who averaged over 10 points per game a year ago is an audacious task for any team, and it will be the one that the Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team embarks on during the course of the upcoming 2025-26 season.

An Eastern Michigan women's basketball player donned in black and green drives to the basket with the basketball against a Notre Dame basketball player decked out in gold and white.

Eastern Michigan women’s basketball 2025-26 season preview: continued growth under Nusseibeh?

By Caleb Henderson · Friday, Oct. 31, 2025

Entering her second season leading the Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team, head coach Sahar Nusseibeh faces a similar uphill climb as she trekked during her tenure at Canisius University.

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Eastern Michigan football vs. Ohio preview: season on the line?

By Darrell Justice · Friday, Oct. 24, 2025

After a loss to Miami University last week, the Eastern Michigan University Eagles will be playing against the Ohio University Bobcats on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025.

An Eastern Michigan football player dressed in black and green carries the ball with three ULL defenders dressed in red and white in tow.

Eastern Michigan football vs. Miami (OH) preview: starting a win streak?

By Darrell Justice · Friday, Oct. 17, 2025

Eastern Michigan University's matchup with Miami University will likely hinge on containing Miami quarterback Dequan Finn’s dual-threat ability and limiting big plays from wide receiver Kam Perry.

Eastern Michigan football vs. Northern Illinois preview: season on the line?

By Darrell Justice · Friday, Oct. 10, 2025

Northern Illinois vs. Eastern Michigan seems to be a classic game of offense versus defense, and the team that will come out on top will likely be the team that plays a more balanced game.

Eastern Michigan football vs. Buffalo preview: can the defense figure it out?

By Darrell Justice · Friday, Oct. 3, 2025

The University at Buffalo Bulls will be a formidable matchup for the Eagles. Eastern Michigan University is 3-2 against Buffalo in the last five games played at UB Stadium, but if they want to keep that winning record going, they will need to drastically improve their defensive line play.

Two Eastern Michigan offensive linemen, both decked out in green and black wearing green helmets with a stylized grey "E", converse during the team's Homecoming win against ULL.

Eastern Michigan football vs. CMU preview: starting MAC play with a win?

By Darrell Justice · Friday, Sept. 26, 2025

After defeating University of Louisiana at Lafeyette, Eastern Michigan University football faces Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, Mich. on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025.

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Eastern Michigan football vs. ULL preview: an early Homecoming

By Darrell Justice · Friday, Sept. 19, 2025

Viewers can tune into ESPN+ at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, to watch the Eastern Michigan Eagles face off against the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns for this year's homecoming game.

Two EMU football players touch green helmets together in celebration in front of the crowd and a gray, cloudy sky.

Eastern Michigan football preview vs. Kentucky: getting the ship righted?

By Darrell Justice · Friday, Sept. 12, 2025

The Eagles will have their hands full with the University of Kentucky Wildcats this week. To stay competitive, the Eagles will likely need another strong outing from Dontae McMillan plus an improved run defense to combat Kentucky’s backfield.

Eastern Michigan football preview vs. LIU: opening the home slate with a win?

By Caleb Henderson · Friday, Sept. 5, 2025

This week, the Eagles return to Ypsilanti, playing in front of their home fans for the first time in 2025 at Rynearson Stadium, aiming to get their campaign back on track against the Long Island University Sharks.

Eastern Michigan volleyball 2025 season preview: expectations of continued growth?

By Caleb Henderson · Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025

With a new volleyball season underway, the Eastern Michigan University women's volleyball program aims to repeat their eight-win improvement from 2023 to 2024.

Eastern Michigan football season opener preview: Starting 2025 with a win?

By Caleb Henderson · Friday, Aug. 29, 2025

As they go into their 50th season of Mid-American Conference play, the Eagles are determined to firmly leave the disappointing end to last year in the rearview mirror.

Eastern Michigan football 2025 season preview: An opportunity at redemption?

By Caleb Henderson · Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025

A new year brings about a fresh start and fresh expectations for the Eastern Michigan University football program, which has been busy making pivotal moves throughout the winter and spring.

Eastern Michigan University midfielder Sophia Baumann runs on a green soccer field during a match. Above her is a yellow banner with the word "soccer" written in dark blue text.

Eastern Michigan women’s soccer 2025 season preview: MAC tournament potential?

By Caleb Henderson · Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025

Following a campaign that saw them boast a winning record for the first time since 2021, the Eastern Michigan University women's soccer team is determined to build on their success in the coming year.