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The “Iceman Returns” to Ypsilanti; Eagles triumph against FIU in chilling 4OTs

Game Above hosts George Gervin Day and honors him during a halftime ceremony announcing the name change of the Convocation Center to the George Gervin Game Above Center. EMU defeats FIU 92-88 in quadruple overtime. 

Eastern Michigan men’s basketball defeats Niagara in nail-biter

Last Wednesday night the Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team (4-5, 0-0 MAC) battled Niagara University (3-6, 0-2 MAAC) inside the Convocation Center, which resulted in a 60-58 win for the Eagles. The Eagles have now earned four wins on the season under first-year Head Coach Stan Heath 

EMU track & field breaks school record at GVSU Holiday Open

Eastern Michigan track will kickoff the 2021-22 season at the GVSU Holiday Open on Dec.3 Last season the program collected many accolades and saw 14 athletes named All-Americans. 

Seven EMU football athletes place on All-Mid American Conference Teams

Eastern Michigan football had seven athletes receive spots on All-MAC teams. Several school records were broken in a singular season.

Eastern Michigan men’s basketball lose 83-74 to UC San Diego in West Coast Battle

Eastern Michigan Men’s basketball team traveled to San Diego to play UC San Diego which resulted in a 83-74 loss for the Eagles. Colin Golson Jr., Monty Scott, and Bryce McBride finished with 16 points each. 

It is time to bowl for the EMU football team

After going 7-5 during the regular season, the Eastern Michigan football team will play in the LendingTree Bowl against Liberty. This is the first appearance of EMU in the LendingTree Bowl, but also a first appearance of a new bowl called the Frisco Classic Bowl. 

EMU rower Synene Maria Abukaram wins $100K Dr. Pepper tuition scholarship

EMU Rower Synene Maria Abukaram was one of the three finalists to participate in the Dr. Pepper tuition giveaway at halftime during the Big Ten Championship Game. She won the $100K scholarship after successfully making 14 footballs into a single target.

Eastern Michigan Women's Basketball announces newest recruits for 2022 season

Three new Eastern Michigan recruits have signed Letters of Intent on National Signing Day. Dara Capaldi, Sophia Nittinger, and Olivia Smith join the Eastern Michigan familE for the 2022 season.

Eastern Michigan Men’s Basketball defeat Western Illinois 72-68 after high-scoring second half

The Eagles garnered another home win under first-year Head Coach Stan Heath at the Convocation Center against the Western Illinois Leathernecks on Wednesday, Nov. 24. Monty Scott and Noah Farrakhan led the Eagles scoring efforts in a high-scoring second half. The Eagles defeated the Leathernecks 72-68.

Eastern Michigan football lose to Central Michigan in season finale 31-10

Eastern Michigan football ended their season with a 31-10 loss to Central Michigan. The Eagles bowl game is still yet to be determined as to who or where they will be playing.

Eastern Michigan football clutches a 22-21 victory over Western Michigan

A strong showcase from Eastern Michigan’s defense and special times secured a huge 22-21 win over MAC rivals, Western Michigan Broncos.

Eastern Michigan volleyball falls against Central Michigan Chippewas in season finale

The Eagles concluded their 2021 season with a disappointing performance against Central Michigan. The Chippewas dominated the Eagles in a clean sweep for the 2021 season finale.

Eastern Michigan men's basketball falls 74-73 to Northern Kentucky in final seconds

The Eastern Michigan Eagles record falls to 1-2 after a heartbreaker loss to Northern Kentucky, 74-73. Strong scoring efforts from Noah Farrakhan and Monty Scott were not enough to maintain a lead against the Norse. 

Eastern Michigan University Men’s Basketball defeat Illinois State in 2OT thriller

The Eastern Michigan Eagles (1-1, 0-0 MAC) erased a 16-point deficit in 103-98 double overtime victory. Monty Scott and Bryce McBride led the scoring efforts in the Eagles first home victory under Head Coach Stan Heath. 

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Hassan Beydoun and Jose Ramirez earn Mid-American Conference Player of the Week Honors

Hassan Beydoun and Jose Ramirez both had an excellent game on Nov 2. against Toledo. Due to their performances, Beydoun received his first MAC Player of the Week honors and Ramirez garnered the honor for the second time.

Eastern Michigan University eliminated from MAC Championship contention after 34-26 loss to Ohio University

The Eastern Michigan Eagles trailed struggled in 34-26 loss against the Ohio University Bobcats. The upset defeat to the Bobcats (3-7 overall, 3-3 MAC) officially eliminates the Eagles (6-4 overall, 3-3 MAC) from MAC title contention. 

EMU 2021-22 women's basketball team preview

Check out the latest preview of EMU’s Women’s basketball team as they prepare for their upcoming season.

EMU crowned king: Men’s Cross Country wins 25th MAC Championship

Eastern Michigan cross country team hosted the MAC championship at the Eagle’s Crest Country Club. Eastern Michigan’s men's cross country team was able to defend their title and win their 25th MAC championship, which is also their 15th consecutive win in the past 17 years. 

EMU football achieves Bowl game eligibility after 52-49 victory against Toledo

EMU not only became bowl eligible with this win against Toledo, but they also had not beaten Toledo in The Glass Bowl since 1999.