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Sports-Previews

Baseball player prepares for pitch from opposing team while catcher and umpire stand positioned off to the side.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | April 21-27

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From April 21–27, Eastern Michigan athletics features a packed schedule, highlighted by women’s golf competing in the Mid-American Championships, baseball traveling to face Northern Illinois, and key matchups in lacrosse, track and field, and rowing.


A pitcher winds up in preparation to pitch the ball. A teammate and an umpire are visible in the background on the field.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | April 14-21

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Athletics at Eastern Michigan University are gearing up for a packed week of competition from April 14–21, 2026, highlighted by key matchups across golf, baseball, lacrosse, tennis, track and field, and football.


Baseball player mid-jog at home base at outdoor game. A large group of teammates stand in the background, watching another player who is out of frame.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | April 7-13

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From April 7–13, Eastern Michigan University’s athletic programs will compete across multiple sports, including men’s and women’s golf, baseball, women’s lacrosse, women’s tennis, track and field, and rowing, with several events on the road and at home.


Women's lacrosse players huddle outdoors on a lacrosse field near a goal.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | March 24-30

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Eastern Michigan University Athletics enters a busy week of competition from March 24–30, 2026, highlighted by men’s golf competing in back-to-back California tournaments and baseball hosting key home matchups, including a rivalry series against Central Michigan University.



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

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | March 10-16

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Eastern Michigan University Athletics is heading into a busy week from March 10-16, 2026, with multiple teams competing in conference matchups, invitationals and postseason events. From the NCAA Zone C Diving Championships in Ypsilanti to key Mid-American Conference contests, Eagles fans have several opportunities to follow the action across a variety of sports.


Women's basketball players huddle on an indoor court.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | March 3-9

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From the Eastern Michigan Eagles men’s basketball team battling the Buffalo Bulls and Bowling Green Falcons to women’s lacrosse facing the Vanderbilt Commodores and baseball squaring off against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, the week features pivotal conference clashes, rising individual standouts, and championship-level opportunities across the board.


6 Eastern Michigan Lacrosse players in white jerseys stand waiting for the next play.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | Feb. 24 - March 2

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Eastern Michigan Athletics heads into a packed week of competition highlighted by men’s and women’s basketball matchups against the undefeated Miami University RedHawks, as well as key conference championship appearances for women’s swimming and track and field.


#19 Paula Balada in a green Eastern Michigan University jersey, dribbling the ball.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | Feb. 17-23

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Here are the Tips and Tales for the week of Feb. 17-23, 2026, spotlighting key storylines, historic rivalries and players to watch as Eastern Michigan University heads into a packed stretch of competition.



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Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | Feb. 3-9

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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.


A group of about 10 people stands together on a tennis court.

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

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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.