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English sticks to his guns heading into game against Kent State

By Justin Souva · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

Eastern Michigan football coach Ron English said his staff would stick to its philosophy, despite starting 0-5, heading into Saturday’s game against Kent State.

Commentary: Alabama is atop week 7 in Pool's Power Rankings

By Kevin Pool · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

It’s a new week in college football, which means a new list of power rankings of the nation’s best and worst college football teams from yours truly. This week’s poll not only has some familiar teams, but also some newcomers.

Roundup: Men's golf falls short of win by shot

By Sports Staff · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

After the first day of the three-round Firestone Invitational, the Eastern Michigan men’s golf team held a 1-shot lead over St. Mary’s (Calif.).

Mona Budani about to make a save against Eastern Illinois in a 1-0 win in the first game on Aug. 28.

Budani, Manville split time in net with superb results

By Justin Souva · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

While playing for her club team in her native Canada, Eastern Michigan University keeper Mona Budani suffered an ACL injury to her left knee.

Dwayne Priest (22) runs Saturday at Kelly/Shorts Stadium on Saturday. He had 21 rushing yards in EMU’s loss.

Notebook: Eastern Michigan football struggling

By Justin Souva · Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

MOUNT PLEASANT – After a 56-8 loss to Central Michigan on Saturday, Eastern Michigan is 0-5 (0-2 Mid-American Conference).

Dan LeFevour (13) in Central Michigan’s 56-8 win over Eastern Michigan on Saturday. He tied a career high with six touchdowns (3 passing, 3 rushing).

LeFevour proves he's real deal, again

By Justin Souva · Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

MOUNT PLEASANT – Dan LeFevour had his way with Eastern Michigan’s defense Saturday at Kelly/Shorts Stadium.**

Roundup: Men's cross country places 3rd

By Sports Staff · Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

As an individual, Eastern Michigan’s Curtis Vollmar placed fifth (24:19) Friday at the Michigan Intercollegiate in Grand Rapids.

Commentary: Many poor decisions, calls during Tigers loss in AL tiebreaker

By Nick Shlain · Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

On Sept. 20, the Detroit Tigers beat the Minnesota Twins 6-2 to take a three-game lead in the American League Central.

Commentary: Pool's College Football Power Rankings

By Kevin Pool · Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

College football’s top 25 polls are released every Sunday and sometimes it can leave people scratching their heads.

Curtis Vollmar (640) receiving encouragement from Coach Goodridge (far right).

Senior Vollmar leads young EMU cross country team

By Jeremiah Juncker · Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

If you saw Curtis Vollmar, you probably wouldn’t think he’s walking around campus with an Eastern Michigan University cross-country record in his back pocket.

Temple tailback Bernard Pierce (30) at the end of one of his 25 carries Saturday. He helped his team to a 24-12 win with 180 rushing yards and two touchdowns.

Eastern Michigan's homecoming spoiled by Temple

By Ryan Remstad · Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009

Eastern Michigan University’s homecoming football game was Saturday. Alumni and students alike flocked to Rynearson Stadium to take part in the pageantry, name a king and queen and help cheer their team to a victory.

Ron English (far right) looks from the sideline in EMU’s loss Saturday. His defense allowed 365 yards.

Notebook: English: Defense is a 'travesty'

By Ryan Remstad · Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009

It was another big rushing output for Eastern Michigan University’s opponent Saturday.

Eagles volley by Toledo, Ball State in home wins

By Kevin Pool · Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009

Eastern Michigan University entered Friday’s match against the University of Toledo with a 1-16 record, including zero wins in two Mid-American Conference games.

Ashley Rodrigues (99) kicks the ball Sunday to a fellow teammate in a chance for an Eastern Michigan goal.

Roundup: Eastern soccer sweeps weekend

By Sports Staff · Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009

Eastern Michigan University’s soccer team won two Mid-American Conference games to start its four-game home stand at Scicluna Field over the weekend.

Marvon Sanders (27) carries the ball against Temple during the second quarter of the EMU vs. Temple game.

Temple extends Eastern Michigan's losing streak

By Ryan Remstad · Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009

Eastern Michigan’s losing skid to start the season was extended to four today, and its homecoming was spoiled as Temple won 24-12 in the Mid-American Conference game at Rynearson Stadium.

Eagles going for first win of season

By Justin Souva · Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009

Eastern Michigan University’s football team is hungry for a win, as it should be.

Homecoming Q&A: Athletic Director Dr. Derrick Gragg

By Kevin Pool · Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009

Eastern Michigan University Athletic Director Dr. Derrick Gragg did a question-and-answer e-mail exchange Monday.

Alex Gillett (13) under pressure from linebacker (88) Craig Roh during EMU’s 45-17 loss to Michigan on Sept. 19 when he filled in for the injured Andy Schmitt. Gillett will share playing time with Kyle McMahon on Saturday, coach Ron English said.

Two quarterbacks to fill in for injured Schmitt

By Justin Souva · Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009

After losing fifth-year senior and four-year starter Andy Schmitt to a season-ending knee injury, Eastern Michigan University plans to use two quarterbacks against Temple.

Marty Jeppesen putts Sunday at Radrick Farms. He shot 72 in the final round of The Wolverine tournament.

Men's golf gives strong tourny showing

By Justin Souva · Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009

ANN ARBOR – Playing against some of the nation’s top-ranked teams, including No. 14 Arkansas, Eastern Michigan men’s golf team hung strong Saturday and Sunday at The Wolverine tournament.

Oh-tie-o: EMU opens MAC with 2 draws

By Ryan Remstad · Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009

After tying a tough Michigan State squad at home to wrap up its nonconference schedule, the Eastern Michigan women’s soccer team headed to Ohio this past weekend to open its Mid-American Conference play.