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Gymnast Sanai Evans poses on the floor before preforming her routine.

Eastern Michigan Gymnastics records 194.125 in a dual meet loss to Ball State

By Ruby Brannon · Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team scored a season-high 194.125 in a dual meet loss to Ball State on Feb. 15, highlighted by career-best and season-best performances on vault, uneven bars, and floor exercise. Despite the defeat, Eastern Michigan outscored Ball State on vault and floor, and will next compete against Temple University on Feb. 20 in Philadelphia.

#19 Paula Balada in a green Eastern Michigan University jersey, dribbling the ball.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | Feb. 17-23

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 16, 2026

Here are the Tips and Tales for the week of Feb. 17-23, 2026, spotlighting key storylines, historic rivalries and players to watch as Eastern Michigan University heads into a packed stretch of competition.

Gymnast Katin Childress stands on the beam. In the background her teammates cheer her on.

Eagle Watch | Feb. 9-15

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 16, 2026

From Sabrina Tolstova’s clutch tennis win and Ty Dailey’s career-best 800m time to Alli Zajac’s first double-figure scoring game and Kelsey Dague’s hat trick in lacrosse, EMU athletes are making a significant impact on their respective programs.

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Eastern Michigan baseball opens 2026 season with 6-1 loss at Little Rock

By Ruby Brannon · Friday, Feb. 13, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University baseball team opened the 2026 season with a 6-1 road loss to the Little Rock Trojans at Gary Hogan Field, despite taking an early 1-0 lead in the first inning. Little Rock responded with four runs in the bottom half and never relinquished control, spoiling the head coaching debut of interim head coach Trevor Beerman as Eastern Michigan fell to 0-1 on the year.

Patterson #9 dribbles the ball while a Kent State player chases him and sticks his arm out.

Patterson’s career night not enough as Eagles fall in shootout at Kent State

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026

Despite a career-high 32 points from Addison Patterson and a dominant first-half performance, Eastern Michigan fell 95-91 to Kent State after being outscored 55-44 in the second half. A decisive free-throw disparity and Kent State’s perimeter shooting proved too much to overcome, extending the Eagles’ losing streak to seven games and tightening their postseason outlook in the MAC.

EMU Womens Lacrosse Vs. Marquette

Eagles lacrosse soars to historic 2-1 start with victory over Lindenwood

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University lacrosse team secured a 14-11 victory over Lindenwood University to improve to a program-best 2-1 start, fueled by balanced scoring and key defensive milestones. Behind Mackenzie Blackwell’s four-goal, six-point performance and strong play from goalkeeper Maddy Porter, the Eagles maintained control in the second half to continue their historic 2026 campaign.

Two players from each team reach for the basketball after it is tossed high up in the air. A referee and an additional player from each team watch.

Eagle Watch | Feb. 2-8

By Ruby Brannon · Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026

This week’s Eagle Watch highlights standout performances across multiple Eastern Michigan University programs, led by Sisi Eleko’s nationally ranked double-double production, Addison Patterson’s scoring consistency, and Kyrie Lowe’s all-around excellence in gymnastics.

EMU gymnast, Kyrie Lowe, upside down in the process of completing a flip.

Eagles fall to Chippewas in annual Purple Meet despite strong individual showings

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 9, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team combined competition with a cause during its annual Purple Meet on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, raising epilepsy awareness while falling 195.275–192.725 to Central Michigan University at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. Despite the loss, the Eagles were buoyed by multiple career-best performances, a balance beam title from Katin Childress, and a runner-up all-around finish by Kyrie Lowe as EMU moved to 5–3 overall and 2–1 in MAC play.

EMU Womens Lacrosse Vs. Marquette

Blackwell breaks records as EMU lacrosse secures 12-8 home opener victory over Butler

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 9, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University lacrosse team opened its home slate with a statement 12–8 victory over Butler University on Feb. 8, 2026, bouncing back from an opening loss behind a dominant, disciplined performance inside the Indoor Practice Facility. Mackenzie Blackwell powered the win with a record-setting seven-point outing as the Eagles rewrote multiple facility records and secured their third straight victory over the Bulldogs.

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Senior day spotlight: Kudo, Ulmer and Migliori celebrated at Jones Natatorium

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 9, 2026

Eastern Michigan University’s annual Senior Day Extravaganza on Feb. 7, 2026, blended spirited competition with celebration as the swim and dive programs honored the class of 2026. Seniors Ali Kudo, Sydney Ulmer and Cate Migliori were recognized for their combined athletic achievements, academic excellence and leadership, leaving a lasting legacy as the Eagles prepare to carry their momentum into the postseason.

Eastern's player #4 is dunking the basketball and hanging on the basketball hoop.

Eagles drop heartbreaker in Boone: Eastern Michigan falls short in MAC-SBC challenge

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 9, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball fell just short in a tightly contested 65–60 loss to Appalachian State University on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, in the MAC–Sun Belt Conference Challenge, despite nine ties and four lead changes throughout the game. Redshirt freshman Mohammad Habhab led the Eagles with a dominant all-around performance, posting a double-double and continuing a historic defensive streak, but late execution favored the Mountaineers in the final minutes.

Eastern Michigan University women's basketball player, dribbling the basketball down the court with an opposing teammate nearly blocking her way.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | Feb. 10-16

By Ruby Brannon · Monday, Feb. 9, 2026

Eastern Michigan University athletics faces a packed week from February 10–16, featuring key basketball rivalry games, the baseball season opener in Arkansas, and multiple road and home contests across lacrosse, gymnastics, tennis, track and field, swimming, and golf.

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