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Da’Sean Nelson shines in Eagles MAC opening win vs. Northern Illinois, 75-71

By Caleb Henderson · Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025

Da’Sean Nelson (Toledo, Ohio/Robert S. Rogers/Kilgore College/DePaul) delivered a career-high performance in Eastern Michigan’s 75-71 MAC opener win over Northern Illinois, scoring 16 points in each half and adding key dunks down the stretch to seal the victory.

EMU Women's Basketball vs. Bowling Green

Eagles fall to Western Michigan, 65-51, despite Eleko’s double double effort

By Caleb Henderson · Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025

The rough start to the season continued for the Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team, dropping to 1-10 on the first day of 2025 with a 65-51 defeat at home to the hands of conference foe Western Michigan despite another stunning effort from rising Eagles star Sisi Eleko (Montreal, Quebec/New Hope Academy/Canisius).

Eastern Michigan hosts Kent State for a men's basketball game at teh Convocation Center, 13 Feb.

Eagle Tips and Tales: Dec. 31-Jan. 6

By Elena Davis · Monday, Dec. 30, 2024

Eastern Michigan athletics will begin the new year on Jan. 1 with exciting conference basketball matchups. The women’s team will play Western Michigan, and both will face key rivals in the coming days.

NCAA settlement brings sweeping changes to collegiate athletics

By Elena Davis · Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024

The House v. NCAA settlement has introduced a transformative revenue-sharing model and new roster limits, set to reshape collegiate athletics by increasing athlete compensation while narrowing opportunities and challenging smaller programs.

Eastern Michigan men's basketball falls to .500, loses to Davidson 86-64

By Caleb Henderson · Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024

Another double-digit effort from Da'Sean Nelson, plus an additional 12 points from Jalin Billingsley, proved insufficient for the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team, falling on the road to Davidson, 86-64.

Eastern Michigan WBB falls to St. Thomas (MN) in final game of 2024, 81-65

By Caleb Henderson · Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024

Despite going on a 7-0 run to open the second half to cut the deficit to four points and a team-high 15 points coming from Olivia Westphal, the Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team dropped to 1-9 to open the 2024-25 campaign with an 81-65 loss to St. Thomas (MN) at home.

Eastern Michigan football secures key transfers for upcoming season

By Elena Davis · Friday, Dec. 27, 2024

Eastern Michigan University strengthened its football program by adding veteran running back Tavierre Dunlap from the University of Michigan and standout defensive end Quincy Byas. They bring experience and elite talent to the Eagles’ roster.

Eagle Tips and Tales: Dec. 24-30

By Elena Davis · Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024

As Eastern Michigan athletics wraps up 2024, fans can look forward to exciting basketball action on December 28, with the men’s team facing Davidson on the road and the women’s team hosting St. Thomas at home, offering a perfect way to close out the year while staying warm and cheering on the Eagles.

Nelson, Terry lead fierce EMU second-half comeback to topple Wright State, 86-82

By Caleb Henderson · Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024

A career game from 6’8” senior Da'Sean Nelson (Toledo, Ohio/Robert S. Rogers/Kilgore College/DePaul), an additional 21 points from fellow upperclassmen Jalen Terry (Flint, Mich./Beecher/Oregon/DePaul), and a 15-2 run to erase an 11 point deficit to start the second half is all it took for the Eastern Michigan’s men’s basketball team to finally snap their three game losing streak - beating Wright State in dramatic fashion, 86-82.

Women's basketball falls to UT Rio Grande Valley in overtime, 73-66

By Hugh Thorp · Friday, Dec. 20, 2024

Sisi Eleko scores 18 points and grabs a season-high 17 rebounds in an overtime loss in South Texas.

Delbert Mimms declares for the NFL Draft after stellar EMU career

By Elena Davis · Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024

Delbert Mimms III, Eastern Michigan University's standout running back, declares for the 2025 NFL Draft after an impressive college career marked by explosive plays, versatility and leadership.

Arizona State adds kicker Jesús Gómez from Eastern Michigan

By Elena Davis · Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024

Arizona State has added Eastern Michigan kicker Jesus Gomez. His impressive career and ambition to compete at the highest level make him a key addition to the Sun Devils' roster ahead of the College Football Playoff.

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.