Sports

Eagles lose thriller against MAC-best Ball State, 74-69

The Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team fought hard against MAC leader Ball State in a thrilling matchup. Still, a fourth-quarter offensive slump and defensive struggles in the final minutes led to a narrow 74-69 defeat.

Career night for Terry allows Eagles to top Rockets, 80-73

Da’Sean Nelson reached his 1,000th career point as the Eastern Michigan Eagles secured a dominant 80-73 victory over Toledo, led by Jalen Terry’s career-high 38 points on 88% shooting.

Men’s basketball drops hard-fought battle at Ball State in overtime, 86-84

The Eagles' late leads in regulation and overtime dissipate in a tough 45-minute battle in Muncie.

Eagles lacrosse falls in season opener, 15-10

Eastern Michigan Women's Lacrosse fell in a hard-fought, physical matchup against San Diego State on Feb. 9, despite an early lead and a four-goal performance from Mackenzie Blackwell.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales: Feb. 11-17

Eastern Michigan athletics is gearing up for a high-energy week filled with exciting matchups across multiple sports, including basketball, track & field, gymnastics, tennis, and more! With top-tier competitions and crucial games on the horizon, EMU athletes are ready to bring their best and make a statement. Whether you’re cheering from the stands in Ypsilanti or following the action from home, don’t miss these must-see events happening throughout the week.

Senior Swim Night at Michael H. Jones Natatorium

Nelson, Terry help Eastern snap 3-game skid against Old Dominion, 76-70

It was a tale of two halves for the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team against Old Dominion. The Eagles made a notable change to their approach in the second half: feed Da’Sean Nelson in the paint, and watch good things happen.

Eastern Michigan women's basketball falls to Miami, 68-45

Eagles drop 15th straight game, 68-45, against Miami

Eastern MBB drops 3rd straight in MAC play to Kent State, 70-49

The Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team’s roller coaster 2024-25 campaign continued on Tuesday evening. After winning three straight in conference play and firmly entrenching themselves as MAC tournament contenders, the Eagles have now lost their third straight, falling 70-49 at home to Kent State.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales: Feb. 4-10

Eastern Michigan athletics is set for an exciting week of action, featuring key basketball games, track & field competitions, swimming, and lacrosse matchups packed into a thrilling lineup of events.

EMU women's basketball celebrates Alumni Weekend, hosts Play4Kay event, but falls to Toledo, 77-49

It was not your average Saturday at the George Gervin GameAbove Center this week - as not only did the Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team recognize a few prominent alums to play for the college in the afternoon, but they also sported new alternate pink jerseys in honor of the school’s annual Play4Kay game. They recognized National Women and Girls in Sports Day.

Men’s basketball drops second straight game 61-54, slipping below .500 in MAC play

Eagles' late comeback effort falls short to Broncos, drops to 4-5 in MAC Play.

Chris Wiesehan's hire becomes latest football offseason move for Eastern Michigan

Wiesehan has 31 years of experience at all levels of coaching.

EMU women’s basketball hosts alumni weekend and Play4Kay game to honor women in sports

EMU women's basketball will host a special weekend featuring National Girls and Women in Sports Day, the annual Play4Kay game to raise breast cancer awareness, and Alumni Weekend. The weekend will unite past and present players to celebrate the program’s legacy.

Women's basketball drops 13th consecutive game against Kent State, 79-59

Eleko and Smith score a combined 48 points in Eagle's 13th straight loss.

Winning streak ends for men’s basketball in 89-80 loss to Miami

Christian Henry scores 25, and Da'Sean Nelson blocks three shots, the longest winning streak in MAC play since 2020 ends.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales: Jan. 28-Feb. 3

Eastern Michigan athletics is set for an exciting week, featuring key basketball games, track and field meets, tennis showdowns, and gymnastics action across multiple sports. The Eagles are ready to compete for victory.

EMU men's basketball coach Stan Heath scores 250th career win

Not only did Saturday’s 90-77 victory for the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team against Buffalo mark their third win in a row in conference play - the first time the team has achieved that feat since the 2019-20 season - it was also a milestone triumph for Eagles head coach Stan Heath. 

Bob Parks Invitational returns to Eastern Michigan with Olympian Donald Scott

The bronze medalist in the 2022 World Indoor Championships and seventh-place finisher in the Tokyo Olympics returns to Eastern Michigan for the Bob Parks Memorial.

EMU women's basketball falls short despite late run against Northern Illinois, 78-70

An 11-1 run late in the fourth quarter helped the Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team cut a 13-point deficit against Northern Illinois down to three with just 45 seconds left - but ultimately, it was too little, too late for the Eagles.