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EMU lacrosse suffers home defeat as Michigan dominates, 20-4

On April 3 within the EMU Indoor Practice Facility in Ypsilanti, history was made as the Eastern Michigan University (5-5) lacrosse team hosted a nationally-ranked opponent for the first time. The fifth-ranked University of Michigan (12-1) secured a dominant 20-4 victory.

Eastern Michigan introduces Sahar Nusseibeh as new women's basketball coach at introductory press conference

“When we heard the six words on the Zoom, we got off and said we need to hire her,” EMU Athletics Vice President and Director of Athletics Scott Wetherbee said when dwelling on the moment of meeting with Nusseibeh for the position. "I am as excited now as I’ve ever been about a hire.” 

Eastern Michigan Track and Field Goes on the Road; Produces Results at Raleigh Relays

Eastern Michigan had runners in the women’s 800, 1500, 5000, and 10000 meters, while having runners in the men’s 800 and 1500 meters. There were also two events that the Eagles had athletes in that covered the field side of things, which were the men’s long jump and triple jump.

EMU walks off Central Michigan, 6-5, in ninth inning to clinch series win

In clinching today's victory against the Chippewas, the Eagles have achieved a significant milestone. This marks the first time since the 2012 campaign that Eastern Michigan has secured series wins against both Western Michigan University and Central Michigan in the same season.

EMU Baseball falls short in second game of series in 8-5 loss to Central Michigan

Eastern Michigan lost their second game of the home series against Central Michigan, 8-5.

Opening game triumph as EMU baseball team secures 5-4 victory over Central Michigan in series opener

On Thursday, March 28, at Oestrike Stadium, a thrilling close game unfolded as the Eastern Michigan University baseball team mounted a late rally, scoring two runs in the ninth inning. Junior Logan Hugo's clutch single sealed the deal, securing a dramatic 5-4 victory over Central Michigan University. 

EMU women's basketball officially names Sahar Nusseibeh as next head coach

Nusseibeh comes to Ypsilanti after being the head coach at Canisius University for the past three seasons. During her time at Canisius, Nusseibeh the Golden Griffins to its first 17-win season since 2008-09, and its first double-digit win season since 2018-19. 

Eagles lacrosse triumphs over Akron with an 11-10 victory, securing first MAC road win

The Eagles doubled their season win total from last year securing its fourth win of the season after defeating MAC opponent Akron.

EMU baseball downs Western Michigan over weekend to capture series win, 2-1

The series was originally scheduled to run all three days of the weekend with the Eagles and Broncos facing off once for each day, but snowy conditions on Friday, March 22, caused the first game to get postponed to Sunday. 

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales

The latest installment of The Eastern Echo's Sports Tips and Tales, highlighting the latest events and news around the EMU athletic world.

Six Eagles top five different track and field events in Clyde Hart Classic

Eagle athletes went on to place in the top five in numerous events, including Gabriel Singh (Toledo, Ohio) in the 400m hurdles, Ryan Johnson (Springboro, Ohio) and Jake McEarchern (Lloydminster, Alberta) in the hammer throw, Alex Thompson (St. Catherine, Jamaica) in the long jump, and Mariia Yelanska (Dnipro, Ukraine) and Kyra Buffen (Columbus, Ga.) in the Triple Jump. 

Michigan hiring former EMU assistant, FAU head coach Dusty May for head coaching job

May takes the job just hours after his eighth-seeded Florida Atlantic University team suffered a loss in the first round of the NCAA Tournament to Northwestern on Saturday, March 23. FAU finished the 2023-24 season with a record of 25-9. 

EMU Baseball dominates Michigan in season home opener, 14-4

The last time the two Universities of Washtenaw County met was during the 2019 season on May 8, where the Eagles fell to the Wolverines, 12-5. That same season, Michigan was one win away from being the College World Series Champions. 

Eastern Michigan wins final game but drops series to Morehead State, 3-1

EMU Lacrosse secures impressive 15-8 win against Butler in home opener

With this win the Eagles, marked their first home win of the season and improved their record to 3-3, while Butler endured another setback, dropping to 1-7. The Eagles ignited the match with an explosive start, notching nine consecutive goals.

EMU Baseball takes two out of three from Ball State on the road to open up Mid-American Conference Play

The Eagles won an offensive-exploding game for both teams on Friday, 10-9, followed by a pitcher-dominated 6-2 win on Saturday, and losing on Sunday in yet another offensive shootout by a score of 11-8.

Eagles Sports Tips and Tales

The latest installment of The Eastern Echo's Sports Tips and Tales, highlighting the latest events and news around the EMU athletic world.

Eastern Michigan football set to kickoff 2024 season with spring practice starting Monday, March 11

The Eagles will complete a five-week practice period that includes 15 practice dates as they will hit the field three times per week. It will end with the program's annual spring game, which is scheduled for Friday, April 12. 

EMU Lady Eagles defeat BGSU in season finale, 59-54

The Eagles concluded the 2023-24 campaign with a 7-22 overall record and a 3-15 conference record. 

Eastern Michigan men's hoops falls to rival Central Michigan in OT, 65-62; Eagles conclude 2023-24 season with 13-18 overall record

The Eagles finish the 2023-24 season with an overall record of 13-18 while going 6-12 through Mid-American Conference play. EMU has now failed to qualify for the MAC Tournament for four straight seasons. Head coach Stan Heath closes out his third season at the helm of the Eagles with a 31-61 record.