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Eagle Tips and Tales: Nov. 19-25

Check out the sports happenings at EMU!

Men's basketball falls to 2-2 after hard-fought battle with Cleveland State

Jalen Terry drops 25 points as men's basketball falls to Cleveland State, 71-63.

Football falls on the road at Ohio, 35-10 for 3rd consecutive loss

Eagles struggle: turn football over four times in 35-10 loss at Ohio.

Career night leads EMU men’s basketball to 74-71 victory over IU Indianapolis

Jalen Terry’s 28-point performance, including six three-pointers, gave Eastern Michigan University a 74-71 comeback win over IU Indianapolis, marking the Eagles’ second victory. The win also extended Eastern’s impressive 616-game streak of scoring at least one three-pointer, a record dating back to 2004.

EMU football’s focus on discipline: how penalties are impacting the Eagles’ season

Eastern Michigan University’s football team has made significant strides in reducing penalties, with a season-low of three flags for 25 yards in their recent game against Toledo, compared to a season average of 8.66 penalties and 83 yards. Head Coach Chris Creighton views this improvement as essential to 'championship football,' emphasizing discipline as a key factor for the team’s success in the critical November stretch.

Eastern Michigan women’s basketball falls to Michigan State, 95-49

Sisi Eleko scores 25 of Eastern Michigan's 49 points in loss to Spartans.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales: Nov. 12-18

Eastern Michigan athletics is set for an action-packed mid-November, featuring critical football, basketball, cross-country, and volleyball matchups. With EMU athletes aiming for victories and postseason spots, fans won’t miss the excitement and determination on display throughout the week.

Sisi Eleko’s Double-Double Not Enough in 66-57 Loss to Alabama A&M

Despite holding Alabama A&M to 0/10 from behind the arc and a 33.3% field goal percentage overall, the Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team fell to 0-2 with a 66-57 loss at the George Gervin GameAbove Center on Saturday afternoon.

Billingsley’s 32 Points Power EMU to 83-58 Victory Over Siena Heights

The Jalin Billingsley (Cleveland, Ohio/Lutheran East/Georgetown) show was on Friday afternoon at the George Gervin GameAbove Center.In his final home opener, the senior dropped a career-high 32 points and ten rebounds, including 17 in the first half, to give the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team a much-needed bounce-back victory against Siena Heights, 83-58.

Eagles Women's Basketball Falls in Season Opener to Texas State, 75-71

Midway through the third quarter, the Eastern Michigan women’s basketball team was looking formidable, with a 17-point lead and a victory in the opening game of the 2024 season in sight. However, the Texas State Bobcats had other plans.

Eastern Michigan men’s basketball falls to Texas State in season opener, 64-44

The Eastern Michigan University men's basketball team had a challenging start to the season, losing 64-44 to Texas State in the Mid-American Conference-Sun Belt Conference Challenge. Despite a standout performance from Christian Henry, who scored 17 points, the Eagles struggled with shooting efficiency and fell behind early, allowing Texas State to maintain control throughout the game.

Eagles Set to Face Ohio in Thrilling Mid-Week Football Showdown

The Eastern Michigan University football team will face Ohio University in a mid-week #MACtion showdown on Nov. 13. The Eagles aim to break a two-game losing streak and secure bowl eligibility. Head Coach Chris Creighton emphasizes the challenge that Ohio's effective quarterback poses and the need for improved defensive performance as the Eagles prepare for this crucial game at Frank Solich Field.

EMU men's, women's cross-country take third place in MAC

Eagles take third place, three runners named to All-MAC teams.

Eastern NIL Exchange connects EMU athletes with local businesses

Eastern Michigan University’s Eastern NIL Exchange is a new platform connecting student-athletes with businesses for streamlined Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities. Designed for easy compliance and efficient transactions, the platform aims to foster valuable partnerships between EMU athletes and the local community.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales: Nov. 5-11

Eastern Michigan University athletics is gearing up for an action-packed November, featuring key matchups across multiple sports, from volleyball and basketball to swimming and diving. Head Coach Sahar Nusseibeh is expressing gratitude and excitement for the season ahead, so fans are encouraged to stay resilient and support the Eagles through every victory and challenge.

Sahar Nusseibeh's passionate leadership for EMU women's basketball

Eastern Michigan football falls to Toledo in heartbreaker, 28-29

The Eastern Michigan University football team narrowly lost to the University of Toledo 29-28 on Nov. 2 despite outgaining their opponents in total yards. A last-minute touchdown followed by a failed two-point conversion left the Eagles searching for answers as they prepare for their next game against Ohio University on Nov. 13.

Eastern Michigan soccer ends season with 1-0 win against Akron

Christian Henry, Eagles shine in tune up against Central State, 85-63

21 points from Christian Henry (Chicago, Ill./The Skill Factory/Panola College), 18 points from Da’Sean Nelson (Toledo, Ohio/Robert S. Rogers/Kilgore College/DePaul) and an additional 13 points from Jalin Billingsley (Cleveland, Ohio/Lutheran East/Georgetown) was more than enough to power the Eastern Michigan basketball team to a dominant showing over Central State in a preseason outing at the George Gervin GameAbove Center, 85-63.

Eagles host Toledo in final home game Saturday, seek bowl eligibility

The Eastern Michigan University football team prepares for a pivotal final home game against the University of Toledo on November 2. This game is crucial for both teams' bowl eligibility as they aim to recover from recent losses. Head coach Chris Creighton emphasizes the challenge of Toledo's potent offense while highlighting the Eagles' strong home-field advantage and solid defensive performance.