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Junior Karla Tejada works the register at the EIU Union Bookstore.
Eastern students balance work and school
Some members of the crowd dancing to begin the Strong M.A.N. talent show at Seventh Street Underground in the Martin Luther King Jr. Union on Saturday.
Strong M.A.N. hosts campus talent show
Annual Bonine Suicide Prevention Conference attendees talk in breakout groups during Western Illinois' counseling center director Cara Cerullo's presentation in the Charleston/Mattoon room in the Martin Luther King Jr University Union on Friday, March 28.
25th annual Bonine Suicide Prevention Conference held in MLK Jr. Union
From right, Riley Bauer, a graduate student studying English and philosophy, and Spencer Bauer, an undecided sophomore, shame participants in the Republican party fundraiser hosted in the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Saturday afternoon. The two said they joined the protest because of the frightening state of politics and to support impacted by anti immigration and LGBTQ legislation.
Eastern Students for Socialism protest Coles County Republican Party fundraiser dinner
Eastern Illinois University student senators listen to a presentation from Vice President for Business Affairs Matt Bierman discussing updated fees for the 2025-26 school year at the weekly student senate meeting in the Arcola-Tuscola room of the Martin Luther King Jr. student Union on Wednesday.
Student senate resolves approval of student fees for 2025-2026
Eastern Illinois University baseball senior infielder Chris Worcester tagging out the runner trying to steal at second base at Coaches Stadium during Eastern’s win against UT Martin 9-4 after the game got rained out in six innings on Friday.
Eastern baseball splits rain-shortened series with UT Martin
The growth of esports at EIU
The growth of esports at EIU
Eastern Illinois softball freshman catcher Kira Manganello catching the pitch behind home plate at Williams Field during Eastern’s first game against Southeast Missouri State as Eastern split the games as Eastern lost the first game 3-0 and won the second 8-5 on Saturday.
Panther softball catcher finds home at EIU, FCA
Sophomore sprinter Taji Mathis-Akinremi quit wrestling in his past to race in track and field.
Sophomore sprinter talks about wrestling background in Q&A
Assistant Offensive Line Cole Hoover shows the angle of how their hands should be placed during pratice at O'Brain field during football practice on the Eastern Illinois university campus, Charleston Ill.
EIU football coach makes move to new role once held by his father
Eastern Illinois University baseball senior infielder Chris Worcester tagging out the runner trying to steal at second base at Coaches Stadium during Eastern’s win against UT Martin 9-4 after the game got rained out in six innings on Friday.
Eastern baseball splits rain-shortened series with UT Martin
Senior left-handed pitcher Eli Cartwright thorw the base ball to the batter during the Eastern Illinois University vs Northern Illinois University’s game, NIU lead to 5-4 in the bottom of the first inning during Eastern’s game against Northern Illinois at Coaches stadium on March 25
EIU baseball overpowers Butler’s offense in 14-8 win
Eastern Illinois University softball junior infielder Kendall Grover gets ready in the hitter’s box for the pitch at Williams Field during Eastern’s first game against Southeast Missouri State as Eastern split the games as Eastern lost the first game 3-0 and won the second 8-5 on Friday.
Panthers of the Week: Kendall Grover, Tyler Castro
[Thumbnail Edition] Junior right-handed Pitcher Lukas Touma catches at the game against Bradley University Tuesday
EIU pitcher from Canada talks about transferring process in Q&A
Eastern Illinois University baseball redshirt sophomore utility player number three Eli Hill jumps up and celebrates with his team after hitting a grand slam to cut Northern Illinois University’s lead to 5-4 in the bottom of the first inning during Eastern’s game against Northern Illinois at Coaches stadium on March 25.
Eastern baseball falls to NIU in high-scoring game
[Thumbnail Edition] Senior Foward Macy McGlone, getsw the ball and gets the point during the first half of the game aginst Western Illinois University,, Eastern Illinois University Lost to Western Illinois University Thursday March 6 20205, 78-75 EIU lost making it the end of their season
McGlone etches herself in EIU history
Eastern redshirt junior guard Obadiah Curtis cuts to the basket as Little Rock senior guard Jordan Jefferson guards him during the first half Eastern basketball’s win against Little Rock 71-60 at Groniger Arena on Thursday.
EIU men’s basketball players that entered the transfer portal
Fans of Meridian High School watch as St. Anthony High School has the ball near the end of the first quarter of the Illinois High School Association Class 1A Super sectional game at Groniger Arena on Monday.
What does Eastern get from hosting high school sports events?
Fifth year, forward Jayda Johnston carries senior guard Kiyley Flowers off the court during the first quarter of the game against Tennessee State Tigers in Groniger Arena on the Eastern Illinois University on Feb. 13.
The journey from registered nurse to EIU forward
Senior Foward Macy McGlone gets pulled to the floor with the ball in hand, Eastern Illinois University lost to Western Illinois University Thursday March 6 20205, 78-75 EIU lost
Panthers lose tournament thriller against Leathernecks
Drew Farrell
COLUMN: The NFL should adopt the fourth-and-20 play
Cameron Thomas
COLUMN: Why the NBA ratings are down
Emerson Reynolds
COLUMN: Sports media must be more positive
Zaria Flippin, senior, sports media relations
COLUMN: Start paying student athletes to help them live
Patrick Schmitz Sophomore, Sports media Relations
COLUMN: Paying athletes could lead to roster cuts for EIU athletics
Fans of Meridian High School watch as St. Anthony High School has the ball near the end of the first quarter of the Illinois High School Association Class 1A Super sectional game at Groniger Arena on Monday.
What does Eastern get from hosting high school sports events?
Forward senior Macy McGlone plays defences ready for the ball, during the game Thursday Feb 20,2025 in Evansville Indiana against Souther Indiana Screaming Eagles, panthers lost 66-46. at Liberty Arena.
Panthers of the Week: Abraham Johnson, Macy McGlone
(Thumbnail Edition) Ramsey Hunt competes in the men's long jump category for the second day of EIU Big Blue Classic. Hunt finishes first in the finals with a mark of 7.35m at the O’Brien Field Saturday afternoon.
Graduate jumper looks to make big leap in final year at EIU
Sophomore multi track and field athlete Ben Jessup stretches and prepares to compete in the John Craft Invite on Saturday.
Eastern track and field athlete returns after injury setback
Freshman Joe Stoddard (117) runs at the 2023 EIU Walt Crawford open.
Panthers of the Week: Joe Stoddard, Alex Tetteh
Assistant Offensive Line Cole Hoover shows the angle of how their hands should be placed during pratice at O'Brain field during football practice on the Eastern Illinois university campus, Charleston Ill.
EIU football coach makes move to new role once held by his father
(Thumbnail Edition) SUBMITTED PHOTO | BLAINEY DOWLING From left to right: senior safety Tienne Fridge, junior forward Katiebeth May, redshirt sophomore defender Elizabeth Galvin and redshirt sophomore quarterback Blainey Dowling at the Uplifting Athletes Conference Saturday Feb 1 2025, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Uplifting Athletes conference teaches EIU athletes fundraising, leadership
Football is back at O'Brien Stadium
STAFF PICKS: Who will win the Super Bowl?
Former Eastern quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and the Eastern football team celebrate, winning the Ohio Valley Conference title for the second straight year with a 52-14 win over Jacksonville State at O'Brien Field on Sept. 16, 2013.
Former EIU quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo wears custom cleats before postseason run
Eastern redshirt sophomore running back MJ Flowers carries the ball across the goal line during the football game Saturday at O'Brien Stadium. The Panthers won 16-13.
Flowers said God saved him
(Thumbnail Edition) SUBMITTED PHOTO | BLAINEY DOWLING From left to right: senior safety Tienne Fridge, junior forward Katiebeth May, redshirt sophomore defender Elizabeth Galvin and redshirt sophomore quarterback Blainey Dowling at the Uplifting Athletes Conference Saturday Feb 1 2025, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Uplifting Athletes conference teaches EIU athletes fundraising, leadership
Josh Oakley has left the Eastern men's soccer program after two years as head coach.
Men’s soccer head coach leaves Eastern
Centerback Sarah Hagg, then a sophomore, playing in a game against Purdue Fort Wayne on August 21, 2022 . Eastern won the game 2-0. at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill.
Past EIU defender signs for professional soccer club
Goal Keeper Sophomore Ella Kratochvil of the women's soccer team, in the beginning of the game jumps up to bump team mate during the introduction of the game during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles
Women’s soccer could see extended season
Eastern graduate quarterback Pierce Holley (3) and redshirt sophomore Jay Pearson (21) line up behind the line before the snap during the football game against Charleston Southern University Saturday at O'Brien Stadium. The Panthers won 16-13.
Panthers of the Semester: Pierce Holley, Abby Reinl, Dirk Bennett
Eastern Illinois softball freshman catcher Kira Manganello catching the pitch behind home plate at Williams Field during Eastern’s first game against Southeast Missouri State as Eastern split the games as Eastern lost the first game 3-0 and won the second 8-5 on Saturday.
Panther softball catcher finds home at EIU, FCA
Eastern Illinois softball junior infielder Mia Mazzola (left) and Washington freshman infielder and outfielder Sophi Mazzola (right) meet to exchange lineups before the game at Williams field. Eastern lost to Washington 3-2 in eight innings on Thursday.
D1 softball sisters reunite on the diamond
Eastern Illinois University softball junior infielder Kendall Grover gets ready in the hitter’s box for the pitch at Williams Field during Eastern’s first game against Southeast Missouri State as Eastern split the games as Eastern lost the first game 3-0 and won the second 8-5 on Friday.
Panthers of the Week: Kendall Grover, Tyler Castro
Eastern Illinois University softball junior infielder Kendall Grover preparing to throw the ball to the first baseman for the out at Williams Field during Eastern’s first game against Southeast Missouri State as Eastern split the games as Eastern lost the first game 3-0 and won the second 8-5 on Friday.
EIU softball battles wind, SEMO in doubleheader split
Eastern Illinois University softball sophomore infielder Alisha Frederick stands in the box ready to hit the ball at Williams field as Eastern lost to Washington 3-2 in eight innings on Thursday.
EIU softball loses extra inning thriller to Big 10 opponent
Redshirt junior guard Obadiah Curtis drives to the basket against Graduate student forward Jack Mielke during the second half of Eastern’s lost to Southern Indiana 64-60 on Saturday
Panthers of the Week: Obadiah Curtis, Autumn Grinter
Members of the EIU women's basketball game rush to the student section to celebrate a 51-49 win over the University of Southern Indiana Groniger Arena Saturday. The Panthers won 51-49 in a late game layup and free throw with 13 seconds left allowing the Panthers to continue on a 10-0 win streak in the Ohio Valley Conference.
Panther Roundup: Women’s basketball undefeated in OVC, men’s swim wins almost every event
Senior Freestyle swimmer Conner Colston reacting to getting fourth place in the 50-yard freestyle with a time of 22.26 during the Eastern Illinois men’s loss against Lewis University 152-110 on Friday evening.
EIU swim celebrates seniors against Lewis
Senior midfielder Avery Richardson stands still during a break in the game for a green carding during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston, Ill. EIU won 2-1.
Panthers of the Week: Avery Richardson, Conner Colston
Through 40 years of coaching: Scott Teeters
Freshman Eastern Illinois tennis player Duarte Trocado readies to backhand the ball during Eastern’s Horizon League conference opener against Tennessee State University as Eastern lost 5-2 on Saturday.
Men’s tennis loses home conference opener against TSU
Freshman tennis player Fabien Planchard backhands the ball during the Eastern Illinois Fall Invitational Friday at the Darling Courts.
EIU tennis prepares for weekend games
Members of the EIU women's basketball game rush to the student section to celebrate a 51-49 win over the University of Southern Indiana Groniger Arena Saturday. The Panthers won 51-49 in a late game layup and free throw with 13 seconds left allowing the Panthers to continue on a 10-0 win streak in the Ohio Valley Conference.
Panther Roundup: Women’s basketball undefeated in OVC, men’s swim wins almost every event
Players of the Eastern Illinois University women's basketball team cheer on teammates during their game against the Indiana State Sycamores on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024 in Groniger Arena.
Panther Sports Roundup: What you missed over the weekend
Freshman tennis player Ludolph Wiggett tries to hit the ball during the Eastern Illinois Fall Invitational Friday at the Darling Courts.
Freshman tennis player shares COVID-19 experience in Australia in Q&A
Head Volleyball Coach Sara Thomas high fives her players before the volleyball game against the University of Missouri Tigers Friday afternoon at Lantz Aren. The Panthers lost 3-1.
Head EIU volleyball coach resigns
(Thumbnail Edition) Associate Head Coach Manolo Concepcion talks to the Volleyball team from the side lines during the game against Tennessee State at the Groniger Arena on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Nov 20,2024. Charleston ILL.
EIU volleyball coach contract not renewed
Eastern Illinois Volleyball team won 3-1 the game against Tennessee State at the Groniger Arena on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Nov 20,2024. Charleston ILL.
EIU volleyball triumphs over TSU in season finale
The head coach of the Panthers calls for a quick team discussion at the end of tonight’s game against Tennessee Tech
EIU volleyball gets swept by Tennessee State; loses tournament hopes
The EIU volleyball team cheers during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville, on Tuesday Oct 15. 2024. at Groniger Arena
What EIU volleyball needs to do to make the OVC Tournament
Chanticleer will be performing at 7:30 in the Dvorak Concert Hall in the Doudna Fine Arts Center on Saturday, April 5.
Grammy award-winning Chanticleer to perform at Doudna
Ian Shepherd, the guest of the show for EIU Percussion Ensemble, has been performing for over 30 years, and is a local to Champaign Urbana.
Percussion Ensemble performs with Champaign drummer
The Weeklings lead guitarist John Merjave [Left] and guitarist Bob Burger [Right] perform "I Am the Walrus" at The Weeklings Beatles Bash concert in the Dvorak Concert Hall on Saturday.
Beatles tribute band rocks out at Doudna
The team listens as its captain Patience Cox [Number 25] lectures to them about what's appropriate to talk about through practice during "The Wolves" on Thursday, March 6, in the Black Box Theatre in the Doudna Fine Arts Center in Charleston, Ill.
‘The Wolves’ premieres at Doudna Fine Arts Center
A family shows how proud they are as their child excitedly points to his name on the art exhibit wall in the Tarble Arts Center on Friday.
K-12 students show art at Tarble Arts Center
Editorial Cartoon
EDITORIAL: The miseducation of DEI
Cam'ron Hardy
COLUMN: “The Resemblance:” So much in so little  
Luke Brewer
COLUMN: ‘Schindler’s List’ is more about the Holocaust than Schindler
Cam'ron Hardy
“The Batman:” a new perspective three years later 
Rob Le Cates
COLUMN: I went to Unofficial sober so you don’t have to
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 87: Luke Brewer vs. The World
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 86: Is ‘A Real Pain’ Painful to Watch?
Coles County Chronicle
Coles County Chronicles Ep. 1: Brian Deadmond
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 85: North By Northwest: Featuring the President of Our University
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 84: Harriet: A Good Adaptation?
Saxophonist Chad LB solos on a jazz chart with the Eastern Illinois Jazz Ensemble during the first song of Eastern Jazz Festival.
THROUGH THE LENS: Award-winning saxophonist Chad LB plays at EIU
Redshirt junior running back Jay Pearson throws a cream pie into the face of a faculty member in the Grand Ballroom in the Martin Luther King Jr. Union.
THROUGH THE LENS: Jock-N-Roll raises $1,500 for veteran
Students hug at the candlelight vigil for Eastern student Yahacov Dennis who died last Saturday, January 25 at Amoco.
THROUGH THE LENS: Vigil commemorated to Eastern student death
The cheering grows louder as players for the Eastern Illinois University women's basketball team get closer to 100 points. Macy McGlone said the team was counting down the points to 100 from the slide lines.
THROUGH THE LENS: Women’s basketball score 100 points for first time since 2018
The EIU Reserve Officers' Training Corps loads the first group of cadets onto the Chinook aircraft for a ride around Charleston before landing back to the ground on Thursday. The ride was part of an aviation lab for cadets to learn what it was like to be on an aircraft.
THROUGH THE LENS: ROTC brings Chinook to EIU’s campus
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Adam Tumino | The Daily Eastern News Eastern junior forward Zenaya Barnes gets off a shot against Illinois Springfield in a match Aug. 22 at Lakeside Field. Barnes recorded 3 shots and an assists in the match, which Eastern won 3-0.

[Photo] Phelps talks adding, dropping classes

Ryan Meyer, Multimedia Reporter
August 25, 2021
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[Photo] Women’s basketball loses 59-57 against Sycamores

JJ Bullock, Editor-In-Chief
November 11, 2019
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[Photo] OVC volleyball standings taking shape

Adam Tumino, Volleyball Reporter
November 8, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Freshman Pau Riera attempts a forehand hit at the Eastern Illinois Fall Invite om Sept. 20 at Darlings Courts.

[Photo] Panthers end fall schedule on high note

Vince Lovergine, Men’s Tennis Reporter
November 4, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Midfielder Nicoletta Anuci attempts to steal the ball in Eastern’s 0-0 double overtime tie against Southern Illinois on Oct. 10th at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer season ends in OVC quarterfinals

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
November 3, 2019
Jonas Castelhano (left) and Cole Stephens (middle) decide who’s going to attack in Eastern’s 0-0 double overtime tie against Omaha on Oct. 19th at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Men’s soccer wins final conference match

Blake Faith, Men’s Soccer Reporter
November 3, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Senior Angela Corcoran closes out space on the ball carrier in Eastern’s 3-0 win against Morehead State on Oct. 6th at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer preps for playoff run

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
October 31, 2019
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Junior guard Karle Pace looks to move the ball in Eastern’s73-60 loss against Austin Peay on Jan. 19th at Lantz Arena.

[Photo] Eastern to play in 1st exhibition game of 2019

JJ Bullock, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Luke Kurili (right) fights to get the ball back from an Omaha defender inside Omaha’s 18-yard box. Eastern tied Omaha 0-0 in double overtime Oct. 19 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Men’s soccer loses 2-1 to Western Illinois in chippy match

Blake Faith, Men’s Soccer Reporter
October 27, 2019
Tom O’Connor | The Daily Eastern News Victoria Wharton tries to complete a pass around a defender’s outstretched leg. Eastern tied Tennessee Tech 1-1 in double overtime Oct. 18 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer clinches eight seed in OVC tournament

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
October 27, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Freshman Max Pilipovic-Kljajic hits a backhand shot during the Eastern Illinois Fall Invite Sept. 20 and Sept. 21 at the Darling Courts.

[Photo] Men’s tennis earns wins at ITA Midwest Regional

Vince Lovegine, Men’s Tennis Reporter
October 21, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Quinn Rechner goes up for a head ball against an attacker, banging bodies with the attacker. Eastern tied Omaha 0-0 in double overtime Oct. 19 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Column: Panthers need to be careful following Omaha

Dillan Schorfheide, Sports Editor
October 21, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Elizaveta Bukraba-Ulanova slices a return hit to her opponent. Bukraba-Ulanova competed at the Eastern Illinois Fall Invite, which lasted Sept. 20 to Sept. 21 at the Darling Courts.

[Photo] Papavasilopoulos earns win at ITA Midwest Regional

Bailey Scoggins, Women’s Tennis Reporter
October 21, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Jonathan Burke makes a diving save off a rebound shot, coming after making an initial save on a penalty kick. Eastern tied Omaha 0-0 Oct. 19 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Analysis: Burke’s penalty kick save sets tone against Omaha

Blake Faith, Men’s Soccer Reporter
October 20, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Jonathan Burke makes a diving save off a rebound shot, coming after making an initial save on a penalty kick. Eastern tied Omaha 0-0 Oct. 19 at Lakeside Field.

Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Midfielder Nicoletta Anuci tries to stel the ball in Eastern’s 0-0 double overtime tie agaisnt Southern Illinois Edwardsville.

[Photo] Analysis: Murray State and Redhawks clear-cut favorites in OVC

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
October 16, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Quinn Rechner boots a long pass upfield, as a defender jumps to try and block it. Eastern lost 2-0 to Milwaukee Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Column: Recent losses don’t shake Panther defense

Blake Faith, Men’s Soccer Reporter
October 16, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Sara Teteak rises up and punches a cross away among a sea of players. Eastern tied 0-0 with Southern Illinois Oct. 10 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Analysis: Analyzing the Panthers’ path for OVC tournament

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
October 14, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Elizaveta Bukraba-Ulanova follows through on a two-handed forehand return hit to her opponent’s court. Bukraba-Ulanova competed at the Eastern Illinois Fall Invite Sept. 20 and 21 at the Darling Courts.

[Photo] Women’s tennis team finds success at EIU Panther Invite

Bailey Scoggins, Women’s Tennis Reporter
October 14, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Edgar Mesa gets prepared to settle the ball out of the air, while looking upfield for an open pass. Eastern defeated IUPUI 1-0 Oct. 1 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Panthers ready for home match against Milwaukee

Blake Faith, Men’s Soccer Reporter
October 14, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Max Pilipovic-Kljajic nails a serve to his opponent and completes his follow-through. Pilipovic-Kljajic competed in the Eastern Illinois Fall Invite Sept. 20 and 21 at the Darling Courts.

[Photo] Jansen, men’s tennis team play well

Vince Lovegine, Men’s Tennis Reporter
October 14, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Annette Gomez-Gonzalez tries to shake off a defender, who is grabbibg her arm, to break away with the ball. Eastern tied Southern Illinois 0-0 in double overtime Oct. 10 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Quick overtime goal sinks women’s soccer on senior day

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
October 13, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Lindsey Carlson posts up defensively on a ball handler to keep them from turning forward with the ball. Eastern defeated Morehead State 3-0 Sunday at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] By the numbers: Eastern, OVC fighting down the stretch

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
October 9, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Pilar Barrio piggybacks a teammate, as other teammates run toward her, after she scored Eastern’s second goal of its match Sunday. Eastern went on to defeat Morehead State 3-0 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Column: Women’s soccer team can easily keep foot on gas

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
October 7, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Jonathan Burke punches a crossed ball away as an attacker misses his header attempt. Eastern defeated IUPUI 1-0 Oct. 1 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Panthers ready for interstate rival

Blake Faith, Men’s Soccer Reporter
October 7, 2019
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Ben Harvey (left) and Rade Kukobat (middle) defend Nick Mayo as he backs down in the post, along the baseline. Eastern defeated Eastern Kentucky 67-66 Jan. 31 in Lantz Arena.

[Photo] Analysis: Perimeter defense is key for men’s basketball

Dillan Schorfheide, Sports Editor
October 7, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Angela Corcoran jumps to block an opposing player’s deep pass down the side of the field. Corcoran scored Eastern’s first goal of the Panthers’ 3-0 win over Morehead State Sunday.

[Photo] Women’s soccer gets on track, goes 2-0 on the weekend

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
October 6, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Nicoletta Anuci races down an opposing ball handler in the middle of the field. Eastern lost 1-0 Sept. 27 to Eastern Kentucky at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer starts 5-match home stand, faces Jacksonville State Friday

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
October 3, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Angela Corcoran wins a contested head ball in the middle of the field. Eastern lost 1-0 to Eastern Kentucky Sept. 27 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Eastern winless, Murray State perfect in conference play so far

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
October 2, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Edgar Mesa goes up to head away a corner kick amongst his own teammates and an opposing player. Eastern scored a second-half goal to defeat IUPUI 1-0 Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Men’s soccer scores late in match, defeats IUPUI 1-0 Tuesday

Blake Faith, Men’s Soccer Reporter
October 1, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Arthur Bannwart posts up on defense against an attacker as the attacker tries to tip the ball around Bannwart. Eastern defeated IUPUI 1-0 Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Column: Eastern needs forward mentality on offense

Dillan Schorfheide, Sports Editor
October 1, 2019
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Gage Kingsmith returns a hit with a forehand strike of his own. Eastern lost to Jacksonville State 6-1 at the Darling Courts in March.

[Photo] Gage Kingsmith’s shining personality stands out during different eras at Eastern

Vince Lovergine, Men’s Tennis Reporter
October 1, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Junior Davi Giradi takes on one defender while two are lurking in the Panthers 3-2 double overtime win against Belmont on Sept. 24th at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Men’s soccer ready for next game against IUPUI

Blake Faith, Men’s Soccer Reporter
September 30, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Lindsey Carlson (left) and Victoria Wharton (middle) frantically chase down an Eastern Kentucky forward who is on a breakaway. Eastern lost 1-0 to Eastern Kentucky Sept. 27 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer needs to stay patient, results will come

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
September 30, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Sara Teteak rises up in front of the goal to bat away a crossed ball. Eastern lost 1-0 to Eastern Kentucky Sept. 27 at Lakeide Field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer loses two OVC matches over the weekend

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
September 29, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Shady Omar attempts a headed shot off a throw in in Eastern’s 3-2 win against Belmont Sept. 24 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Men’s soccer opens conference play with tie

Blake Faith, Men’s Soccer Reporter
September 29, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Christian Sosnowski tries to dribble past an opposing player as the defender tries to grab his jersey from behind during Eastern’s 3-2 win over Belmont at Lakeside Field Tuesday. Sosnowski is one of the leaders on the men’s soccer team and wants to leave his mark on the program.

[Photo] Sosnowski looks to leave his mark on Eastern soccer program

Blake Faith, Men’s Soccer Reporter
September 26, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Rachel Pappas boots the ball up the field as a defender runs up on her during Eastern’s 3-1 victory over Chicago State Sept. 15 at Lakeside Field. That match was the first time this season Pappas was able to play a whole 90 minutes.

[Photo] Rachel Pappas perseveres through Vocal Cord Dysfunction

Dillan Schorfheide, Sports Editor
September 26, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Eva Munoz winds up to boot a free kick up to her teammates waiting to receive it in the penalty box. Eastern defeated Chicago State 3-1 Sept. 15 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Column: Positives amid subpar results for women’s soccer

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
September 25, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Davi Girardi heads a cross toward Belmont’s goal as a defender jumps with him. Girardi scored the game-winning goal in overtime to give Eastern a 3-2 win over Belmont Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Column: Men’s soccer team’s offense took a good step Tuesday

Dillan Schorfheide, Sports Editor
September 24, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Cameron Behm (left) and Shady Omar (right) celebrate Omar’s goal by running toward the bleachers. Omar’s goal, in the second half, tied Eastern’s match against Belmont at 2-2 Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Men’s soccer beats Belmont in overtime

Blake Faith, Men’s Soccer Reporter
September 24, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Max Pilipovic-Kljajic returns the ball to his opponents’ side of the court with a forehand hit. He competed in flight 1 for the men’s singles matches in the Eastern Illinois Fall Invite Sept. 20 and 21 at the Darling Courts.

[Photo] Men’s tennis dominates in Fall Invite at Darling Courts

Vince Lovergine, Men’s Tennis Reporter
September 23, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Claire Perez-Korinko completes her forehand follow through to return a hit. She finished the Eastern Illinois Fall Invite with three wins at the Darling Courts Sept. 20 and 21.

[Photo] Women’s tennis plays at home, away in Milwaukee

Bailey Scoggins, Women’s Tennis Reporter
September 23, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Freshman Kenzie Balcerak attempts to steal the ball against the Cougars in Eastern’s 3-1 win against Chicago State on Sept. 15th at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer ties, loses in conference openers

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
September 22, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Terrell Greer breaks through the offensive line to chase down the ball carrier. Eastern lost to Illinois State 21-3 Saturday at O’Brien Field.

[Photo] Eastern’s defense plays well in Eastern’s loss to Indiana State

JJ Bullock, Editor-in-Chief
September 22, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Josh Delgado gears his leg back as he prepares to boot the ball during a kickoff. Eastern lost 21-3 to Illinois State Sept. 14 at O’Brien Field.

[Photo] What to watch for in Eastern vs. Indiana State

JJ Bullock, Editor-in-Chief
September 19, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Eastern's Kenzie Balcerak keeps the ball away from a Chicago State defender on Sept. 15 at Lakeside Field. Balcerak had an assist in the match, a 3-1 Panther win.

[Photo] Women’s soccer set for conference play

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
September 19, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Terrell Greer breaks through the offensive line to chase down the ball carrier. Eastern lost to Illinois State 21-3 Saturday at O’Brien Field.

[Photo] Greer the ferocious, Greer the quiet: A look at Eastern’s captain

JJ Bullock, Editor-in-Chief
September 18, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Kenzie Balcerak fends off a defender to gain possession of the ball. Eastern won its first game of the season Sunday against Chicago State 3-1.

[Photo] OVC women’s soccer teams begin conference schedule this weekend

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
September 18, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Redshirt junior Mark Williams celebrates a change of possession in Eastern’s 21-3 loss against Illinois State Saturday at O’Brien Field.

[Photo] 3 things to takeaway from Eastern’s loss to Illinois State

JJ Bullock, Editor-in-Chief
September 17, 2019
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Gage Kingsmith returns a hit with a backhand strike of his own. Eastern lost to Jacksonville State 6-1 in March at the Darling Courts.

[Photo] Men’s tennis has solid outings to start fall season

Vince Lovergine, Men’s Tennis Reporter
September 16, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Eastern's Eva Munoz boots the ball downfield in the Panthers' win against Chicago State on Sept. 15 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Panthers beat Chicago State for 1st win of season

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
September 15, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Itxaso Aguero starts to make a move on a defender, eventually getting a shot off that was saved. Eastern tied Northern Illinois 1-1 in an exhibition match at Lakeside Field Aug. 16.

[Photo] Murray State, Jacksonville State atop OVC women’s soccer standings so far

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
September 4, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Angela Corcoran takes a penalty kick during the Eastern women’s soccer team’s exhibition match against Northern Illinois Aug. 16 at Lakeside Field. Corcoran’s shot was saved by the goalkeeper, and Eastern tied with Northern 1-1.

[Photo] Column: Tough start for women’s soccer does not indicate bad season ahead

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
September 3, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Haylee Renick posts up against a defender to try and coral a pass during the Eastern women’s soccer team’s 1-1 tie in an exhibition match against Northern Illinois Aug. 16 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer, OVC have mixed results to start season

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
August 28, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Eva Munoz winds up to deliver a free kick in Eastern’s 1-1 tie against Northern Illinois on August 16th at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Column: Women’s soccer team’s season-opening loss could have been worse

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
August 26, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Sarah DeWolf attempts a header toward the Northern Illinois goal during Eastern’s 1-1 tie with Northern Illinois in an exhibition match Aug. 16 at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer team trounced 6-0 by Ball State in season opener

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
August 25, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Kenzie Balcerak jumps to attempt to block a long pass by a Northern Illinois midfielder to a forward during the Eastern women’s soccer team’s 1-1 tie in an exhibition match with Northern Illinois Friday at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer team ready to improve upon last season, face Ball State Friday in season opener

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
August 22, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Nicoletta Anuci tracks down a long pass from a teammate during the Eastern women’s soccer team’s 1-1 exhibition match draw against Northern Illinois Friday at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Eastern women’s soccer team waits for season opener as conference gets going

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
August 21, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Eastern forward Pilar Barrio bumps a defender to try to get the ball back during the women’s soccer team’s 1-1 tie with Northern Illinois Friday at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Column: Exhibition matches do not tell whole story for women’s soccer

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
August 19, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Niondina Nystrom fights for position to get the ball against a Northern Illinois defender during Eastern’s 1-1 tie with Northern Illinois in an exhibition match Friday at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer team finishes exhibition play with win over Evansville

Tom O’Connor, Women’s Soccer Reporter
August 18, 2019
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