Sports - The Eastern Echo

Eagles snap losing streak

By Theodora Robinson-Jones · Friday, Oct. 7, 2011

The middle blocks were the story on Friday night as the Eastern Michigan University Volleyball team defeated the University of Toledo 3-0 (26-24, 25-7, 25-16). With the win the Eagles snapped a three-game losing streak and advanced to 2-3 in Mid-American Conference play (14-6 overall). The Rockets fall to 6-11 on the 2011 season (1-4 MAC). Rachel Iaquaniello led the Eagles with 14 kills on a .333 hitting percentage as well as eight digs.

Amanda and Katie Marsh, who were born minutes apart, have accounted for 13 points in 66 starts during their last two years.

Marsh sisters rely on each other

By Antonio Cooper · Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011

For the past four years, the Eastern Michigan University women’s soccer team has had consistent success with the help of twin sisters from Dexter, Mich., Amanda and Katie Marsh.

Volleyball falls for the third-straight match

By Macy Stevenson · Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011

The Eastern Michigan volleyball team lost a non-conference match 3-2 Tuesday to host Indiana Purdue University Ft.

Iaquaniello consistent, really kills at the net

By Theodora Robinson-Jones · Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011

Rachel Iaquaniello is a name that stands out on the Eastern Michigan University volleyball team’s roster for a number of reasons.

Eagles need a passing game

By Thomas Bieszk · Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011

The Eastern Michigan University football team goes to Toledo on Saturday for a 3 p.m. game, looking to run its record to 4-2 and 2-0 in the Mid-American Conference.

Hunter provides leadership, motivation

By Brandon Karsten · Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011

If Nick Olds or Garrett Hoskins are not open, Eastern Michigan University quarterback Alex Gillett is likely to try finding Trey Hunter.

Lions look to stay unbeaten in NFC North

By Arturo Rodriguez · Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011

The Detroit Lions have started the season fast. They have victories against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Kansas City Chiefs, the Minnesota Vikings and most recently, the Dallas Cowboys.

EMU takes Akron, 31-23

By Thomas Bieszk · Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011

The Eagles’ rushed for 252 yards on their way to a 31-23 Mid-American Conference win against Akron Saturday afternoon at Rynearson Stadium.

Clarke influenced by family

By Antonio Cooper · Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011

During the course of its current season, the Eastern Michigan University women’s soccer team’s performance has led to a 0-9-1 record with eight games left.

Thomas embraces Ypsilanti

By Arturo Rodriguez · Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011

The Eastern Michigan University women’s soccer team has five Canadian athletes on its roster this season.

Cross-County runs well versus top-tier tems

By Matthew Sirosky · Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011

Men’s The Eastern Michigan University men’s cross-country team placed 20th with 501 points in the Notre Dame Invitational in South Bend, Ind.

Volleyball falls to 1-3 in MAC

By Theodora Robinson-Jones · Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011

In its first home match of the Mid-American Conference season, the Eastern Michigan University volleyball team lost 0-3 (17-25, 24-26, 19-25) to Ohio University.

Eagles still looking for a win

By Brandon Karsten · Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011

The Eastern Michigan University women’s soccer team has yet to find its first win of the season after losing to visiting Kent State 2-1 on Friday, September 30 and taking a 2-2 tie with Buffalo on Sunday, October 2.

Volleyball ready to take on MAC

By Macy Stevenson · Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011

The Eastern Michigan women’s volleyball team will continue the quest for the Mid-American Conference title beginning on Thursday, Sept.

Eastern prepares for Akron, MAC play

By Brandon Karsten · Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011

The Eastern Michigan University football team has matched its win total from last year within the first four games.

Tavelyn James named to USA's Pan American team

By Theodora Robinson-Jones · Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011

On Oct. 21-25, Tavelyn James, senior guard for Eastern Michigan’s women’s basketball team, will travel to Guadalajara, Mexico, where she will play with the USA team in the Pan American Games.

Kaim sisters stay strong after loss

By Arturo Rodriguez · Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011

Eastern Michigan’s soccer team has seen better days. The Eagles (0-8-1, 0-2 Mid-American Conference) are on an eight-game losing streak and could use a victory on the field.

Years of experience have made Corey Welch the most versatile Eagle on roster.

Football tradition

By Theodora Robinson-Jones · Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011

Versatile [vur-suh-tul]: having or capable of many uses. In other words: Corey Welch. This senior wide receiver for the Eastern Michigan University football team has proved over the years he can be used to do more than just make a few receptions here and there.

Steger is encouraging

By Theodora Robinson-Jones · Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011

Carolyn Steger started playing basketball as a kid and had dreamed of playing in college. It never crossed her mind that one day she would be playing volleyball for Eastern Michigan University.

Soccer falls at Akron, its 8th consecutive loss

By Antonio Cooper · Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011

Eastern Michigan’s soccer team lost 3-0 against Akron on Sunday in Ohio. EMU (0-8-1, 0-2 Mid-American Conference) is on an eight-game losing streak.