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Eastern Michigan falls to Buffalo on senior night, 37-20

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Eastern Michigan University’s football team lost to the University at Buffalo, 37-20, on a senior night despite standout performances by Cole Snyder, James Djonkam, and Markus Allen. The Eagles now focus on a must-win game against Western Michigan to secure bowl eligibility.



GameAbove Sports Bowl

GameAbove, Detroit Lions partner for GameAbove Sports Bowl, a new Detroit tradition

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GameAbove Entertainment has partnered with the Detroit Lions to sponsor the GameAbove Sports Bowl, bringing a fresh, fan-centered bowl game experience to downtown Detroit. The event aims to create lasting memories for athletes and fans while strengthening GameAbove's commitment to community engagement and support for Eastern Michigan University.






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

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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.



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Eagle Sports Tips and Tales: Nov. 12-18

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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.



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

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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.



EMU vs. WMU Men's Basketball

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

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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.


Eastern Michigan players break through a cinder block wall before the Eagles' 61-14 win over Mississippi Valley State in Ypsilanti, 2 Sept.

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

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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.


Articles featured in this episode:

"Eastern Michigan University adds women's lightweight rowing to sports list in 2026-2027" - Caleb Henderson

"Bits and Bytes 2025 features new technology to inspire middle school girls" - Gabriella Payeur

"'F1' is an action packed, visually interesting movie with an all right story" - Gabriella Payeur

"The Eastern Echo Honored at EMU Board of Regents meeting" - Allie Beecher