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Eastern Michigan University womens' tennis fall short to Cleveland State University, 4-3

By Blake McQueary · Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022

The Eastern Michigan University tennis team took on Cleveland State on Thursday, Feb. 10. The Vikings came out with the win over the Eagles, 4-3. Freshman Sabina Brichackova remains perfect on the season as she improved to 4-0 after an individual win.

First Period: EMU Women's Basketball vs Kent State

Eastern Michigan University womens' basketball concede third consecutive defeat in 93-68 loss to Buffalo

By Mackenzie Thompson · Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022

Eastern Michigan University’s womens’ basketball team traveled to Buffalo, New York for a matchup against the University at Buffalo. The matchup between EMU and Buffalo is the 29th meeting between the two teams since 1999. Prior to Wednesday’s game, both teams tied for 14 wins and 14 loses since 1999, with Buffalo taking the win over the Eagles the last seven games. Buffalo broke the tie after outscoring the Eagles 93-68 on Wednesday night.

EMU Mens' Basketball falls to Ohio University, 81- 68

By Blake McQueary · Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022

The Eastern Michigan mens’ basketball team (8-13, 3-7 MAC) took on Ohio University (18-3, 9-1 MAC) in Athens, Ohio. The Eagles fell to the Bobcats, 81-68. Senior Nate Scott led the Eagles as he scored 16 points while shooting above 50-40-90.

EMU Women's Basketball vs. Akron, 6 Jan.

Eastern Michigan University womens’ basketball defeated by Buffalo 69-62

By Mackenzie Thompson · Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022

The Eastern Michigan Eagles took on the Buffalo Bulls Wednesday at the George Gervin Game Above Center which resulted in a 69-62 deficit. The Eagles are back at home Feb.5 to face Kent State.

Noah Farrakhan enters the Top Ten All Time freshman scoring list for EMU

By Jessica Laroy · Monday, Feb. 7, 2022

On Feb. 1, the Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team fell short to the University of Toledo 86-66. The third annual “glow night” took place during the Eagles vs. Rockets matchup. Four EMU players scored in double figures.

Eastern Michigan Eagles soar above Miami RedHawks, 85-75

By Christian Byers · Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022

Eastern Michigan University men's basketball team (8-11, 3-5 Mid-American Conference) hosted Miami University (9-10, 3-5 Mid-American Conference) inside the George Gervin GameAbove Center on Saturday, Jan. 29. The first meeting of the season between the Eagles and RedHawks resulted in a 85-75 victory for the Eagles, snapping EMU's four-game losing streak.

Six of EMU's swim and dive team members place 1st against Miami University

By Mackenzie Thompson · Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022

Eastern Michigan traveled to Oxford Ohio to compete against Miami University. The Eagles ultimately fell 137-161 to Miami University.

Eastern Michigan men's basketball dominates in home opener 93-51

EMU Men's Basketball fall to Bowling Green in offensive battle 85-71

By Blake McQueary · Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022

The Eastern Michigan University mens' basketball team (7-11, 2-5 MAC), took on Bowling Green State University (11-9, 4-5 MAC), which resulted in an 85-71 loss for the Eagles. Freshman Colin Golson Jr. led the team in scoring, putting up 16 points. Junior Bryce McBride added on 15 points. The Eagles look to bounce back at home on Saturday, Jan. 29, against Miami University.

EMU Women's Basketball face sixth-straight loss following defeat to Akron 68-64

By Jessica Laroy · Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022

EMU women's basketball fell short 68-64 in a competitive match against Akron. The Eagles and Zips will play each other again on Feb. 12 in the Gervin GameAbove Center.

EMU Women’s Basketball falls to Western Michigan in tight matchup

By Blake McQueary · Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022

The Eastern Michigan women's basketball team (4-8, 1-4 MAC) fell short to Western Michigan (9-4, 3-1 MAC), 62-57, last Wednesday inside the George Gervin GameAbove Center. The Eagles were led by redshirt junior Juanita Agosto, who earned her second career double-double by scoring 14 points and grabbing 10 rebounds for EMU.

Eastern Michigan men's basketball falls short to Kent State 56-47

By Jessica Laroy · Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022

EMU Men’s basketball were clipped by Kent State 56-47. Bryce McBride didn’t let up, scoring 20 points off the bench.

Eastern Michigan Eagles outscored 77-70 at Northern Illinois

By Mackenzie Thompson · Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022

Men’s basketball came up short against NIU leading to a loss on the road. Back for more gameplay at home, the Eagles look to recover against Kent State on Jan. 18.

EMU Gymnastics tops rival Central Michigan University

By Blake McQueary · Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022

The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team took on Mid-American Conference rival Central Michigan which resulted in a 193.525 - 192.925 win for EMU. The Eagles were led by senior Kara Roberts, who finished first place on vault, and junior Hadyn Crossen, who finished second in the all-around competition.

EMU Track & Field finish 1st in Akron Quad Meet

By Jessica Laroy · Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022

Eastern Michigan track & field claimed victories over Akron and Buffalo at the Akron Quad Meet. Taige Bryant completed a new personal best of 22.85m in the weight throw, ranking second in the nation and first in the MAC.

Areanna Combs becomes 24th Eagle inducted into EMU’s 1,000 point club

By Mackenzie Thompson · Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022

The Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team traveled to to play the Kent State Golden Flashes. The Eagles fell short, 83-58, and look to redeem themselves against in-state rival Western Michigan on Jan 22.

Eastern Michigan Eagles bounce back with 99-68 win over conference rival Central Michigan Chippewas

By Jessica Laroy · Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022

The Eagles men’s basketball team played an outstanding game Tuesday night, winning 99-68 against Central Michigan. Eastern had five players score in double figures.

Second-half spark from Eastern Michigan not enough as Eagles fall to Ball State, 73-83

By Blake McQueary · Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022

The Eastern Michigan women's basketball team hosted Ball State inside the George Gervin GameAbove Center on Wednesday, which resulted in a 73-83 loss for the Eagles to the Cardinals. Senior guard Areanna Combs scored 23 points in the matchup, marking her just 8 points shy of the 1,000-point mark.

EMU Football Fall 56-20 against Liberty in 2021 LendingTree Bowl

By Blake McQueary · Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021

The Eastern Michigan football team finished their season with a 7-6 overall record after falling to Liberty 56-20 in the 2021 LendingTree Bowl. The Eagles will now head home for a holiday break before returning to Ypsilanti to start winter workouts and prepare for the 2022 season.

EMU student Synene Maria Abukaram gains free college after winning 100K tuition competition

By Jessica Laroy · Monday, Dec. 20, 2021

Sophomore Synene Maria Abukaram won 100K in scholarship money after winning a Dr. Pepper sponsored competition hosted at the B1G Ten championship game.

Opinion: Predicting the 2021-2022 college football playoffs

By Caleb Burlingame · Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021

A look into the 2021 CFP semi-finals as well as the National Title game.