Sports

Round up: Men's golf places fourth; Women's soccer on 4th win

By Ryan Larimore · Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010

Men’s Golf Men’s golf placed fourth at the Firestone Invitational. Eastern was led by Kalamazoo native Nick Carbary, who shot one under to finish seventh. t-7. Nick Carbary, 71-74-70=215 t-10. Brian Churchill-Smith 72-73-71=216 t-14. Jared Dalga 68-72-77=217 t-22. Zach MacDougall 75-73-72=220 68.

Strength of pitchers continues into October

By Nick Schlain · Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010

After the divisional round of the Major League Baseball playoffs, it looks like the “Year of the Pitcher” will continue into October. The most important player of round one was Texas Ranger Cliff Lee, who beat the Tampa Bay Rays twice in what was the only five-game first round series.

Is Red Wings' experience asset or liability?

By Jerime Crane · Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010

One thing is known for sure about the Detroit Red Wings this season. They are old. In fact, they are the oldest team in the National Hockey League this season.

Football keeps up losing streak

By Ryan Larimore · Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010

The losing streak continues for the Eagles. The team has gone 18 games without a win, six this season, and Saturday’s game at Vanderbilt didn’t provide much hope for a “W” anytime soon. The Eagles gave up 24 points unanswered in the second quarter, and were unable to really compete.

Soccer recruit Clarke brings new hope to Eagles

By Jerime Crane · Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010

The Eastern Michigan University women’s soccer program has been one of the premier teams in the Mid-American Conference since the team was formed in 1995.

Weekend games bring 1-1 split for Eastern Michigan volleyball team

By Theodora Robinson-Jones · Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010

The Eastern Michigan University volleyball team went 1-1 over the weekend, winning a matchup against the Western Michigan Broncos on Friday and falling to the Northern Illinois Huskies on Saturday.

True Lions fans' spirits remain high despite never reaching Superbowl

By Nick Shlain · Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010

It’s not easy to still be a Detroit Lions fan, the most obvious football statement since “Concussions are bad.”

EMU womens volleyball having superb season

By Ryan Larimore · Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010

Very quietly, Eastern Michigan University volleyball is having a very good season and shows no signs of slowing down. Led by Rachel Ianquaniello, the Eagles are 3-1 in a tough Mid-American Conference that will allow little room for a slip-up.

Cross-country's victory gives it 3-meet win streak

By Ryan Larimore · Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010

The Eagles locked up their third consecutive first place finish this weekend at the Notre Dame cross-country invitational.

Martin, 85, who was Hall of Famer, dies

By Arturo Rodriguez · Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010

James R. Martin, an Eastern Michigan University Hall of Fame member, died Wednesday, Sept. 22, in Mount Pleasant, Mich., due to an illness.

Dan DeMaster (65) chases after Steven Jackson on a 21-yard interception on a pass from sophomore quarterback Alex Gillett who was 15-of-33 passing for 208 yards including a touchdown. The Bobcats won, 30-17 pulling away from a 10-10 halftime tie. The Eagles are off to a rocky 0-5 start for the season.

Loss at Homecoming 17th in a row

By Theodora Robinson-Jones · Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010

The Eastern Michigan University football team lost 30-17 to the Ohio University Bobcats Saturday at Rynearson Stadium.

Roundup

By Ryan Larimore · Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010

On Nov. 12 the Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team will open its schedule at home for the first time in three years, against Loyola.

Eastern hockey team to play at Big House in December

By Jerime Crane · Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010

Eastern Michigan University’s hockey team will play an outdoor game at 8:30 p.m. on Dec.8 at the University of Michigan football stadium.

Baseball teams compete for World Series spots

By Arturo Rodriguez · Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010

The Cincinnati Reds clinched the National League Central title Tuesday night. It couldn’t have played out any better. Red’s Jay Bruce hit a walk-off homerun in the bottom of the ninth inning deep to center to claim the Red’s first title since 1995, which was their last playoff appearance

EMU reports women's basketball violated NCAA rules

By Ryan Larimore · Monday, Sept. 27, 2010

The Eastern Michigan University self-reported four NCAA rules violations by its Women’s basketball on Friday. The findings are the result of a two month internal investigation by the school’s compliance office. “We have taken swift and decisive action in this matter “ said Susan Martin, President of Eastern Michigan University.

The Eagles defeated Cenbtral Michigan last Thursday at the Convocation Center. Their latest home win against Kent State Saturday set their MAC record at 2-0 and their overall season record is 14-3. EMU will play the Wright State Raiders (6-8) at 7 p.m. tomorrow in Dayton, Ohio.

EMU volleyball win brings record to 2-0 in MAC

By Theodora Robinson-Jones · Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010

The Eastern Michigan University volleyball team made its record 2-0 in Mid-American Conference play Saturday night when it swept the Kent State University Flashes, 3-0, at the Convocation Center.

EMU goalie Budani proves to be a 'keeper'

By Arturo Rodriguez · Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010

Some athletes might let an injury get them down. But Monique Budani isn’t one of them. Budani is the all-time career saves holder for the Eastern Michigan University women’s soccer team. She has been the goalkeeper since 2006, sitting out only the 2007 season due to a torn ACL.