Sports - The Eastern Echo

Eastern men's basketball drops 3rd straight game to Purdue Fort Wayne, 99-76

By Caleb Henderson · Monday, Dec. 16, 2024

Despite a standout 28-point performance from Jalen Terry (Flint, Mich. Beecher/Oregon/DePaul) and an additional 16 added to the scoreboard by Jalin Billingsley (Cleveland, Ohio/Lutheran East/Georgetown), the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team lost their third straight game - this one to Purdue Fort Wayne, 99-76.

Eastern Michigan football has 16 players in transfer portal

By Hugh Thorp · Monday, Dec. 16, 2024

16 Players, including Jesus Gomez, Oran Singleton, Markus Allen, and Elijah Jackson Anderson, headline the transfer portal departures for Eagles 13 days into the offseason.

Eastern Michigan women's basketball falls to Notre Dame, 118-49

By Elena Davis · Monday, Dec. 16, 2024

The Eastern Michigan University women’s basketball team fell to No. 8 Notre Dame, 118-49. Olivia Smith led the Eagles with a season-high 13 points in a challenging matchup on Dec. 15 at Purcell Pavilion in South Bend, Indiana.

Eagle Tips and Tales: Dec. 17-23

By Elena Davis · Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024

Eastern Michigan University Athletics is set for an exciting week of competition, featuring intense basketball matchups, including a showdown against a ranked team, and key non-conference games across multiple sports.

The Echo Q&A series: Kevin Allen shares reporting, writing adventures

By Max Smith · Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024

The Echo sits down with EMU alum and professor, journalist and former Echo reporter, Kevin Allen.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales: Dec. 10-16

By Elena Davis · Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024

With winter break approaching, Eastern Michigan athletics has key basketball matchups. The men’s team will face Purdue Fort Wayne, and the women’s team will take on No. 10 Notre Dame. Both teams will focus on improving and building team chemistry before the break.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales: Dec. 3-9

By Elena Davis · Friday, Dec. 6, 2024

Eastern Michigan athletics kicks off in December with an exciting lineup of events, including basketball in Chicago, swimming in Ohio, and track meets in Michigan and Boston. These events showcase the Eagles' talent across multiple sports.

EMU football signs 18 new eagles during early signing period, none from Michigan

By Elena Davis · Friday, Dec. 6, 2024

Eastern Michigan University football signed 18 new players during the Early Signing Period, none from Michigan, with a diverse class featuring standout talent from 11 states, Canada, and Mexico to strengthen the roster for the 2025 season.

Eastern Michigan basketball falls to unbeaten Loyola Chicago, 76-54

By Elena Davis · Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024

Eastern Michigan University men's basketball lost to unbeaten Loyola Chicago 76-54. Christian Henry led the Eagles with 21 points in his hometown matchup, but the team struggled against the Ramblers' dominant rebounding and scoring runs.

Eastern Michigan football shines as 4 eagles earn all-MAC honors

By Elena Davis · Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024

Four Eastern Michigan football players earned All-MAC honors, with standout performances from Jesús Gómez, Oran Singleton, James Djonkam, and Terry Lockett showcasing the team's talent and impact during the 2024 season.

EMU kicker Jesús Gómez enters transfer portal after record-breaking season

By Elena Davis · Monday, Dec. 2, 2024

Jesús Gómez, Eastern Michigan University's record-breaking senior kicker, has entered the transfer portal following a standout 2024 season in which he earned three MAC Special Teams Player of the Week honors and solidified his legacy as one of college football’s top performers.

Eagles basketball pulls off stunning 72-60 comeback victory over Xavier

By Elena Davis · Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024

Eastern Michigan University’s women’s basketball team overcame a 20-point halftime deficit to defeat Xavier 72-60, marking their first win of the season and a milestone victory for head coach Sahar Nusseibeh.

Eastern Michigan falls to Detroit Mercy in basketball overtime, 98-89

By Caleb Henderson and Hugh Thorp · Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024

Eastern Michigan trailed by as many as 13 points in the second but fell in overtime in the best team scoring effort of the season.

The Eastern Michigan football team takes the field in the Eagles 51-7 loss to Western Michigan Saturday afternoon in Kalamazoo.

Eastern Michigan falls to Western Michigan 26-18 in season finale

By Elena Davis · Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024

Eastern Michigan’s 2024 football season ended with a 26-18 loss to Western Michigan, as standout performances from Delbert Mimms III and James Djonkam weren’t enough to overcome costly special teams errors and missed opportunities.

High-stakes rivalry: EMU and WMU fight for bowl glory and Michigan MAC Trophy

By Elena Davis · Friday, Nov. 29, 2024

Eastern Michigan and Western Michigan clash in a high-stakes rivalry game with bowl eligibility, the Michigan MAC Trophy, and season pride on the line.

The heart and soul of Eastern Michigan’s defensive line

By Elena Davis · Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024

Senior defensive lineman Joey Zelinsky reflects on his journey at Eastern Michigan University and shares how he and his team prepare for their final regular-season game against Western Michigan.

Eastern Michigan overcomes Northern Arizona’s comeback for 72-68 victory

By Elena Davis · Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024

Eastern Michigan defeated Northern Arizona 72-68, overcoming a massive second-half rally with late-game heroics to improve to 5-2 during the Houston Christian MTE season.

Eastern Michigan triumphs in nail-biter against Houston Christian, 74-73

By Elena Davis · Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024

The EMU men's basketball team win against Houston Christian University.

Eleko’s career-high not enough as Eagles fall to Detroit Mercy

By Elena Davis · Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024

Sisi Eleko’s career-high 31 points and 14 rebounds weren’t enough to lift Eastern Michigan women’s basketball, as the Eagles fell 72-61 to Detroit Mercy after a pivotal second-quarter surge by the Titans.

Jere Getzinger: EMU’s steady leader on and off the field

By Elena Davis · Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024

Senior tight end Jere Getzinger reflects on his impactful career at Eastern Michigan University, showcasing leadership, resilience, and determination as the Eagles prepare for their final game of the 2024 season against Western Michigan.