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Eastern Michigan Rolls Past UMass 38-14, Opens MAC Play 2-0
Eastern Michigan handed previously unbeaten UMass its first loss and moved to 2-0 in Mid-American Conference play for the first time since 2005.

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8 hours ago2 min read


Eastern Michigan Celebrates 2026 E-Club Hall of Fame Class
Eastern Michigan University Athletics hosts its 2026 E-Club Hall of Fame celebration, honoring former student-athletes, coaches and contributors whose accomplishments helped shape the university’s athletic legacy. Screenshot from Eastern Michigan Athletics video / The Chronicle News. Eastern Michigan University celebrated generations of athletic achievement as six former student-athletes were inducted into the E-Club Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The 50th annual ceremo

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3 days ago1 min read


More Than a Game: Why HBCU Homecoming Still Feels Like a Family Reunion
The Southern University Marching Band and Dancing Dolls perform during a community event. Marching bands, alumni traditions and campus gatherings remain central to the HBCU homecoming experience. Photo by JMRosenfeld / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. At an HBCU homecoming, the football game may be printed on the schedule, but it is rarely the whole story. Homecoming season at Historically Black Colleges and Universities brings together students, alumni, families and generations

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3 days ago2 min read


Detroit Invited to Move Together at Inaugural Walk & Run for Wellness
DETROIT — Detroit residents are invited to get moving during the inaugural Walk & Run for Wellness on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lasky Recreation Center. The free community event will bring together residents, families and local wellness organizations for an afternoon focused on physical activity, healthy living and connection. Activities will include a two-mile run, one-mile walk, health and wellness resources, food, music and giveaways. Live fitness demon

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Sep 172 min read


What Makes a Home Run Derby Bat Different From a Normal Bat?
Discover how home run derby bats differ from standard bats in weight, balance, barrel design, swing speed, and performance during power hitting.

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Sep 95 min read


Football Is Back: NFL Kicks Off 2026 Season as Lions Prepare for Home Opener
Football season is officially here. The NFL returns this week with a full slate of opening-week action, beginning Wednesday night as the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks host the New England Patriots in a rematch of Super Bowl LX. The Patriots-Seahawks matchup kicks off Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock. Opening week will also include the NFL’s first regular-season game in Melbourne, Australia, when the San Francisco 49ers face the Los Angele

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Sep 82 min read


Eastern Michigan Alumni Head to East Lansing for EMU-Michigan State Football Weekend
EMU Alumni & Friends tailgate will bring Eagles fans to the Michigan State campus ahead of the Sept. 12 matchu EAST LANSING, Mich. — Eastern Michigan University is taking its green and white on the road this September, inviting alumni, friends and football fans to gather in East Lansing before the Eagles take on Michigan State University. The EMU Alumni & Friends Tailgate at MSU will be held Saturday, Sept. 12, from noon to 3 p.m. at Munn Intramural Field, 363 Chestnut Road i

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Aug 242 min read


Lansing to Host 2026 WFTDA North America Playoffs at Lansing Center
Lansing will welcome high-level roller derby competition this weekend as the 2026 WFTDA North America Playoffs – Michigan come to the Lansing Center, May 29–31, 2026. Hosted by Lansing Roller Derby, the three-day tournament will feature top-ranked teams from across North America competing in a WFTDA-sanctioned postseason event. The tournament includes 12 teams and 17 games, with teams battling for placement and advancement toward the 2026 WFTDA Championships. Modern roller de

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May 271 min read


NFL Releases 2026 Schedule, With Primetime Games, Holiday Showdowns and Lions Matchups Drawing Early Attention
The NFL has officially released the 2026 regular season schedule, featuring primetime matchups, holiday football traditions, international games, and another highly anticipated season for the Detroit Lions and teams across the league. Graphic design concept by ChatGPT/OpenAI inspired by official NFL schedule release information. The NFL has officially released its 2026 regular season schedule, giving football fans across the country, including Detroit Lions fans here in Michi

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May 172 min read


The Art of the Deal: Why the 2026 NFL Draft Will Be Won in the Trade Room
The NFL Draft used to be simple. Wait your turn. Make your pick. Hope you got it right. Not anymore. In today’s league, the smartest teams aren’t just drafting well, they’re moving with intention. And heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, one truth is rising above the noise: The teams that win won’t just pick players. They’ll position themselves. A Draft Built for Movement This year’s class is being described as deep, but not top-heavy. That means something important: There isn’t

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Apr 83 min read


Eagles Soaring: Eastern Michigan Athletics Celebrates Standout Spring Season
Courtesy Photo: Eastern & Sukterm Sweep Titles at Silicon Valley Showcase. Eastern Michigan Eagles women's golf captured the team title at the Silicon Valley Showcase, led by Baiyok Sukterm, who earned her first EMU individual win after leading the tournament from start to finish. The Eagles’ victory marked their third team title of the season. Spring is bringing more than warmer weather to Eastern Michigan University, it’s bringing wins, milestones, and momentum across multi

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Apr 72 min read


Brains and Buckets: Eagles Earn Academic All-MAC Honor
While Eastern Michigan continues to make noise in competition, the wins aren’t just happening under bright lights, they’re happening in the classroom too. Eastern Michigan women’s basketball standouts Sisi Eleko and Brooklyn Thrash have been named to the Academic All-MAC Team, a recognition that honors student-athletes who excel both academically and athletically. And this wasn’t just a participation trophy moment. This was earned. Eleko, one of the Mid-American Conference’s

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Apr 71 min read


Jayne Kennedy: The Woman Who Set the Tone in Sports Broadcasting
Photo Credit: Getty Images — Jayne Kennedy at the news desk, breaking barriers as one of the first Black women in sports broadcasting and redefining what presence looked like on television. Before it became common to see women covering major sports, there was Jayne Kennedy. In the 1970s, Jayne Kennedy broke barriers as one of the first Black women in sports broadcasting, stepping into a male-dominated industry with confidence, intelligence, and undeniable presence. Photo Cred

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Mar 181 min read


Love, Legacy, and the Lucas-Perry Family | A Story of Partnership, Purpose, and Generational Excellence | A Chronicle Community Spotlight Feature
Courtesy Photo:Family and friends gathered in Detroit for “The Emerald City: A Celebration of Legacy and Love,” honoring the 43-year marriage of Lavel and Dr. Patricia Lucas-Perry. Some stories are not just about success. They are about legacy. When you listen to the story of Lavel and Dr. Patricia Lucas-Perry, you quickly realize their journey was never simply about careers or accomplishments. It was about building something enduring together, brick by brick, year by year, f

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Mar 155 min read


MSU Women’s Basketball Dominates On Senior Night
Photo Credit: Alfred Laurence, Beige Planet Photography The Spartans won emphatically against the Northwestern Wildcats while celebrating their seniors on Wednesday night. The final score was 104 to 68 and MSU looked great 'offensively, shooting 53 percent from the field and 50 percent from deep. Grace VanSlooten would not be denied on her way to 22 points and she thwarted Northwestern in the post with 3 blocks. She forced the Wildcats’ leading scorer, a 6’4 Grace Sullivan, t

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Feb 212 min read


MSU Women’s Basketball: Spartans Facing a Big Ten Gauntlet
Photo Credit: Alfred Laurence, Beige Planet Photography MSU Women’s Basketball has been dealt some recent adversity in Big Ten games, and are 2 and 2 in their last four outings, as they’ve hit the extremely tough latter part of conference play. Half of their remaining opponents are ranked in the top 25; Big Ten basketball is as good as it’s ever been. The Spartans’ recent losses came against the 8th ranked Michigan Wolverines in overtime at the Breslin Center, and a tough awa

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Feb 35 min read


Celebrate Eagle Pride at Eastern Michigan University: A Day of Basketball and Community
Join Us for a Doubleheader Eastern Michigan University (EMU) is hosting an exciting day filled with Eagle pride, purpose, and high-energy basketball. On Saturday, January 24, fans can enjoy a thrilling women’s and men’s doubleheader at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. Women's Basketball Game The action begins at 1 p.m. with EMU Women’s Basketball taking on Northern Illinois. This game is special as it coincides with Mental Health Awareness and Fraternity & Sorority Life Da

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Jan 232 min read


MSU Women’s Basketball: A Program Best 17-1 Record With Tough Games Ahead
Photo Credit: Alfred Laurence, Beige Planet Photography The Big Ten is a gauntlet MSU won a pair of nail-biters this week against Oregon and 24th ranked Nebraska, closing out games that were within one possession in the last minute of play. The Big Ten has already tested the Spartans, with our one loss coming from an away game at Wisconsin, and the Rutgers and Illinois also games played extremely close, not to mention overcoming an 11 point early deficit against a 23rd ranked

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Jan 173 min read


MSU Women’s Basketball: now 2-1 in Big Ten play
The Spartans survived a tough matchup with Rutgers to end 2025 and notched a dominant win against the Indiana Hoosiers to kick off 2026

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Jan 33 min read


MSU Women’s Basketball: Impressive Start to the Season
Four games into the season, the Spartans already look formidable. With seven new players on the roster, MSU started the season strong against Mercyhurst, scoring the most points (125) and committing the fewest turnovers (3) in a game in program history. The Spartans currently lead the Big Ten in several major statistics: scoring, assists, turnover margin, steals per game, bench points, and more. They rank in the top ten nationally in all of these categories and lead college b

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Nov 18, 20255 min read
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