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Indoor track and field equipment in gray, green, and white fills the space, with athletes standing off to the sides of most of the competition areas.

Track and field: Season finale in Lexington

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, June 7, 2026

Eastern Michigan University's track and field program concluded its 2026 outdoor season following a series of competitive performances at the NCAA East Preliminary Round in Lexington, Kentucky. Nine Eagles represented the university, achieving several marks that now rank among the top ten in program history across both track and field disciplines.

Indoor track and field equipment in gray, green, and white fills the space, with athletes standing off to the sides of most of the competition areas.

A legacy continued: Eastern Michigan track and field claims 11 All-MAC honors

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, May 24, 2026

Following a series of dominant performances at the conference championships, eleven Eastern Michigan University student-athletes have been recognized with 2026 Mid-American Conference (MAC) Outdoor Track & Field All-MAC honors. These prestigious selections, which include seven first-team and four second-team accolades, highlight the program's depth as the Eagles prepare for the upcoming NCAA East Prelims in Lexington.

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EMU Men Secure Runner-Up Finish as Women Surge to Fifth at MAC Outdoor Championships

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, May 17, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University track and field teams concluded the 2026 MAC Outdoor Championships with three individual/relay titles and a total of 148.5 points for the men and 75 points for the women. The men’s team secured a runner-up finish while the women’s squad surged to fifth place, highlighted by a sweep of the women's relay events and a school record in the decathlon 1500m.

Eastern Michigan Track at UofM Invitational feb 17th

Hawkins and Oliveira sweep MAC honors as Eastern Michigan primed for championship glory

By Ruby Brannon · Friday, May 15, 2026

Eastern Michigan University standouts Michael Hawkins and Gabe Oliveira have been named the Mid-American Conference Men’s Track and Field Athletes of the Week following dominant performances at the Hillsdale Last Chance meet and the Len Paddock Open. These honors represent the first time the Eagles have secured multiple conference awards in the same week during the outdoor season, signaling a powerful surge of momentum heading into the MAC Outdoor Championships.

Image shows a student athlete with their back to the camera, wearing a green jersey.

Excellence defined: 22 Eagles achieve All-MAC Academic status

By Ruby Brannon · Thursday, April 9, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University track and field programs have demonstrated that their speed on the track is matched only by their diligence in the classroom, landing 22 student-athletes on the Academic All-MAC list. This recognition highlights a department-wide culture of excellence where athletes manage rigorous majors alongside Division I competition

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Eagles throw down: Records fall, and NCAA rankings rise at Spartan Invitational

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, April 5, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University track and field programs delivered a standout performance at the 2026 Spartan Invitational, securing multiple NCAA rankings and program records. This recap details the key victories in East Lansing, including dominant throwing displays and personal bests that set a strong tone for the outdoor season.

Eastern Michigan Track at UofM Invitational feb 17th

Eagles take flight in Mount Pleasant: EMU men secure third, women take eighth at MAC Indoor Championships

By Ruby Brannon · Wednesday, March 4, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University track and field programs concluded the 2026 Mid-American Conference (MAC) Indoor Championships with a series of standout individual performances and podium finishes. Hosted by Central Michigan University at the Jack Skoog Track on Feb. 27-28, the meet saw the EMU men’s team secure a third-place finish with 98 points, while the women’s team placed eighth with 40 points. The weekend was highlighted by a double-gold performance from Kian Wiles, individual titles from Mariah Taylor and Gabe Oliveira, and the crowning of Sam Vesperman as the MAC Co-Indoor Men’s Freshman Performer of the Year.

Josephine Oloye sprints on an indoor track in the Eastern Michigan green and white track uniform.

Eagles soar to new heights at Michigan Invitational with record marks and event wins

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University track and field teams turned in an impressive showing at the Michigan Invitational on Feb. 7, 2026, combining for four program top 10 marks, 11 personal bests and three individual event victories in a highly competitive field. Powered by dominant field event performances and multiple podium finishes across both rosters, the Eagles continue to build momentum as they head into a pivotal split-meet weekend.

Image shows a student athlete with their back to the camera, wearing a green jersey.

Wiles breaks sub-four-minute barrier in historic track and field weekend

By Ruby Brannon · Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026

Eastern Michigan University's track and field teams showcased exceptional depth and talent across two Midwest meets, highlighted by seven personal bests and three top-10 program marks. Kian Wiles' historic sub-four-minute mile led the weekend, while athletes and distance runners alike continued to shatter records and position the Eagles for a strong indoor season.

The GameAbove Center at Eastern Michigan University

Eastern Michigan Athletics Hall of Fame reveals class of 2025 inductees

By Caleb Henderson · Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025

Meet the five men and women who have been selected via the Eastern Michigan E-Club Alumni Chapter, the official varsity athletic letterwinners club, as the latest inductees into the school’s Hall of Fame. All are set to be honored during the Hall of Fame ceremony on Oct. 10, 2025, in the George Gervin GameAbove Center.

Josephine Oloye sprints on an indoor track in the Eastern Michigan green and white track uniform.

Eastern Michigan track & field sends eight to NCAA East First Round Meet

By Caleb Henderson · Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Five men and three women in the Eastern Michigan track and field program will fly the flag for the green and white in Jacksonville, Florida, later this week. Gabe Singh, Brendan Hill, Lucky Fiaku, Jake McEachern and Kian Wiles headline the men’s Eagles that will compete in the NCAA East Prelims that begin the morning of May 28, while Micah Martin, Saraiah Walkes and Isabella Brent will lead the women into competition beginning May 29. 

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