sports-previews

Seven EMU gymnasts huddle in a circle, listening to their coach.

Eagles target fifth MAC title as program celebrates Golden Anniversary in Bowling Green

By Ruby Brannon · Thursday, March 19, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team will travel to Bowling Green, Ohio, this Saturday to compete in the 2026 Mid-American Conference Championships at the Stroh Center.

Two Lacrosse players in white Eastern Michigan jerseys stand off to the sides while an Eastern Michigan player and Lindenwood player in a black jersey stand at the center with a referee between them.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | March 17-23

By Darrell Justice · Monday, March 16, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University Eagles have a busy stretch ahead, with teams competing across multiple sports, including golf, baseball, lacrosse, tennis and gymnastics.

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

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | March 10-16

By Darrell Justice · Monday, March 9, 2026

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

By Darrell Justice · Tuesday, March 3, 2026

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

By Darrell Justice · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026

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

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 16, 2026

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.

Approximately 20 members of the women's lacrosse team gather on a grass field in an indoor athletics facility.

Championship ambitions: Eastern Michigan lacrosse sets sights on 2026 MAC title defense

By Ruby Brannon · Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026

The EMU lacrosse team enters the 2026 season aiming to defend its share of the MAC Championship after a historic 2025 campaign that saw the program emerge as a title contender in just its third varsity year.

Several swimmers are pictured together from the shoulders up. They face the same direction as if they are listening to someone speak off camera.

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.

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

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.

Chris Creighton, dressed in green, running with his team, who are wearing black jerseys

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.

The Eastern Michigan head coach wearing a green polo shirt and a headset looks down at a play sheet during a critical moment in the action.

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.

An Eastern Michigan defensive lineman donned in green and white jumps in the air with a fist raised above his head following a defensive stop.

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.