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Sophomore English education major Faith Gallagher walks on campus next to Booth Library while admiring the fall colors and weather on her way to her next class.
EIU students share what they’re thankful for this Thanksgiving
Former Illinois gov. Jim Edgar speaks to EIU and Charleston community members about stories and lessons learned from his life and career in Illinois politics in the Grand Ballroom of the Martin Luther King Jr University Union.
Former Illinois Gov. Jim Edgar shares story, advice to EIU community
Students met in the Center for Student Innovation Thursday to craft and have free snacks. President of the library ambassadors of Booth Christopher Redman said, “I feel like every event we planned is successful. We put the hard work and dedication into it.” 
Thanksgiving arrives early at Booth Library
Two people died in a murder suicide at 817 N. 34th St. in Mattoon on Nov. 10, 2024.
Mattoon pair who died in murder-suicide named by police
Former Illinois govenor Jim Edgar introduces David Yepsen, director of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at SIUC, during the Edgar Speaker Series in Buzzard Auditorium on Thurday.
Former governor visiting EIU
Redshirt junior offensive lineman Drew Wilder props the ball up during football practice drills at O'Brien Field Wednesday afternoon.
Two linemen announce their decisions to transfer
Safety redshirt sophomore Kaelin Drakeford (22) tackles wide receiver redshirt sophomore Karate Brenson (0) at the Panthers vs. Tennessee State Tigers game.
EIU football loses starting safety to transfer portal
Guard Senior Kiyley Flowers, runs around the court and all the players to pass the ball as much as she can during the game against the University Of Illinois. The Womens Basketball team lost too the Univerisity of Illinois, in the State farm center on the U of I campus on Nov 14, 2024 in Champaign Ill.
Panthers of the Week: Kiyley Flowers, Kooper Jacobi
Forward senior Macy McGlone, back shoots the ball but miss and gets blocked by the University Of Illinois, The Womens Basketball team lost too the University of Illinois, in the State farm center on the U of I campus on Nov 14, 2024 in Champaign Ill.
Panthers of the Week: Pierce Holley, Macy McGlone
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.
EIU football to play last game of the season, hope to shake up conference standings
Anderson reflects on Yankees career during 9/11
Freshman right-handed pitcher Slater Wilcox (32) pitches at Coaches Stadium on Sunday for the EIU baseball game.
EIU Baseball’s path through OVC Tournament
Men's Baseball team players stand in the dugout at home against Bellarmine at Coaches Stadium on March 12, 2024. Eastern beat Bellarmine 9-4 Tuesday afternoon.
EIU Baseball honors seniors, win over MSU
Junior Outfield (1) Quade Peters join the team in excitedment after sliding into home base at the game against Bradley
EIU Baseball drops second game against MSU
The baseball team game get suspended due to the weather, the team walked back to the locker room at the game against Bradley University Tuesday
EIU Baseball loses fifth straight game
Guard Senior Kiyley Flowers, runs around the court and all the players to pass the ball as much as she can during the game against the University Of Illinois. The Womens Basketball team lost too the Univerisity of Illinois, in the State farm center on the U of I campus on Nov 14, 2024 in Champaign Ill.
Panthers of the Week: Kiyley Flowers, Kooper Jacobi
Forward senior Macy McGlone, back shoots the ball but miss and gets blocked by the University Of Illinois, The Womens Basketball team lost too the University of Illinois, in the State farm center on the U of I campus on Nov 14, 2024 in Champaign Ill.
Panthers of the Week: Pierce Holley, Macy McGlone
Charleston boys' basketball players scrimmage during an after school practice on Wednesday. Their season begins on Nov. 26.
Trojan boys’ basketball prepares for season with senior heavy roster
Redshirt Junior Forward Blake Goodman shoots and scores during the first half of the game of The Eastern Illinois University against Earlham Quakers men basketball game at Groniger Arena ,
EIU transfer talks about NBA camp counselor job in Q&A
Charleston girls' basketball finished up practice on Thursday ahead of it's season opener at the North American Lighting Thanksgiving Tournament at Paris High School.
CHS Trojans ready to start girl’s basketball season
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
Payton Liggins, sophomore, sports media relations.
COLUMN: What went wrong with EIU football?
Chloe Proffitt
COLUMN: Female athletes are just as capable as male
Patrick Schmitz
COLUMN: Court storming should be a thing of the past
Freshman Joe Stoddard (117) runs at the 2023 EIU Walt Crawford open.
Panthers of the Week: Joe Stoddard, Alex Tetteh
Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback (3), looks to throw the ball to a teammate during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.
Fall 2024 athletes to watch
Taris Thornton, a junior forward, attempts to rebound the ball during the during second quarter of the women's basketball game against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks at Groniger Arena on Saturday afternoon. Thornton scored 13 points, had two rebounds and shot 4-6 for field goals. The Panthers won 72-62 against the Leathernecks.
Panthers of the Week: Joe Stoddard, Taris Thornton
Panthers of the Week: Macy McGlone, Isai Morales
Panthers of the Week: Macy McGlone, Isai Morales
COLUMN: Why you should watch running sports
COLUMN: Why you should watch running sports
Redshirt junior offensive lineman Drew Wilder props the ball up during football practice drills at O'Brien Field Wednesday afternoon.
Two linemen announce their decisions to transfer
Safety redshirt sophomore Kaelin Drakeford (22) tackles wide receiver redshirt sophomore Karate Brenson (0) at the Panthers vs. Tennessee State Tigers game.
EIU football loses starting safety to transfer portal
Forward senior Macy McGlone, back shoots the ball but miss and gets blocked by the University Of Illinois, The Womens Basketball team lost too the University of Illinois, in the State farm center on the U of I campus on Nov 14, 2024 in Champaign Ill.
Panthers of the Week: Pierce Holley, Macy McGlone
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.
EIU football to play last game of the season, hope to shake up conference standings
Quarterback Redshirt Freshman, Blainey Dowling, prepares to throw the ball while doing a scrimmage drill on O'Brien Field
EIU quarterback shares experience at Chicago Mount Carmel in Q&A
Number 11 Adam Boykin a forward freshman for Eastern Illinois University keeps the ball away from Middle field 21 Timothy Ospina player for University of Incarnate word, at the Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus,
Freshman forward shares experience training with professional soccer players in Q&A
Midfielder Felipe Kerr Lourenco (6) passes the ball during the game against SIUE Sunday.
EIU men’s soccer honors seniors, loses playoff contention to SIUE
Senior, goalkeeper Chad Smith, Kicks the ball out of the goal during the Eastern Illinois University Vs University of Chicago game
Panthers lose to Lions after two quick goals
Sam Eccles, a senior forward (9), dribbles the ball pass defender during their game against University of Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles at Lakeside field thursday afternoon.
EIU men’s soccer by the numbers
Forward Casey Welage (8) and midfielder Jake Pollock (25) chase after the ball at men's soccer practice at Lakeside Field on Thursday.
Panthers of the Week: Jake Pollock, David Brown
Sophomore infielder, Kendall Grover swings and misses the ball during the Eastern Illinois University softball game against Tennessee State.
Grover, Oslanzi, Archibald win OVC Awards
Freshman pitcher McKenzie Oslanzi throwing a pitch on April Saturday 20, 2024 against Tennessee Tech University.
Panthers of the Week: McKenzie Oslanzi, Joe Stoddard
Senior guard Jordan "Tiger" Booker during the men's basketball game against Tennessee Tech Thursday night at Groniger Arena. The Panthers beat the Golden Eagles 68-59.
Panthers of the Semester: Tiger Booker, Macy McGlone, Tara Archibald
Freshman catcher Sophia Olman catching a pitch on Saturday April 20 2024 against Tennessee Tech.
Catcher talks about being a black belt in Q&A
softball
EIU softball loses nine-game winning streak to Tennessee Tech
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
Following an investigation, the men's swim team is suspended for the fall semester.
COLUMN: EIU should move on from swim program
The women's swim team lost their first home meet of 2024 149-109 against the University of Southern Indiana.
EIU swim competes for first time in 2024
Jackson Penny, a sophomore individual medley and breaststroke swimmer, jumps from the grab start of the men’s 200 yard medley relay for the breaststroke segment at the swimming meet on Saturday at Padovan Pool. The Panthers won 169-93 against Valparaiso.
EIU Swim competes as whole
Ludolph Wiggett, freshman Freshman 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
Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback (3), looks to throw the ball to a teammate during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.
Fall 2024 athletes to watch
Junior infielder Danny Infante tags University of Dayton freshman infielder David Mendez during their double header on March 16 and 17 at Coaches Stadium
Panthers of the Week: William Hays, Danny Infante
Tennis ball by the nets at the Darling Courts Wednesday afternoon
EIU men’s tennis gets second straight victory with win against USI
Fifth year senior Max Pilipovic-Kljajic is a computer science major from Brisbane, Australia, practicing his serve and is currently attending Eastern Illinois University
EIU tennis siblings’ journey from Australia
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
Head Volleyball Coach Cheers with the Volleyball team with a smile on her face ready for the next play, during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville, on Tuesday Oct 15. 2024. at Groniger Arena on the Eastern Illinois University campus.
Takeaways from EIU volleyball versus Little Rock
Crews begin renovations in south McAfee Gym on Oct. 30. The stage along the east wall will most likely be covered by a temporary barrier, according to EIU Athletic Director Tom Michael, but he isn't sure exactly how it will look on game day. 
EIU volleyball to move practices, games to McAfee Gym in fall 2025
Cam'ron Hardy, Senior, Journalism
COLUMN: ‘The Intruder:’ nothing you haven’t seen before
Luke Brewer, Freshman, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘We Live in Time:’ an emotional story told out of time
Enlow (Amalia Balash) unknowingly sells a leather music box as a musical candy box and then performs “No More Candy.”
‘She Loves Me’ closes doors after two-week showing
Cam'ron Hardy, Senior, Journalism
COLUMN: ‘King Richard:’ greatness starts with a plan and a tennis ball 
Luke Brewer, Freshman, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘The Thing:’ a pleasantly grotesque horror 
Gunnar Olson, Senior, Journalism.
COLUMN: Pokémon TCG Pocket, we need to talk
Cam'ron Hardy, Senior, Journalism
COLUMN: ‘The Intruder:’ nothing you haven’t seen before
Luke Brewer, Freshman, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘We Live in Time:’ an emotional story told out of time
Gunnar Olson, Senior, Journalism.
COLUMN: SNL made me cry last week
Cam'ron Hardy, Senior, Journalism
COLUMN: ‘King Richard:’ greatness starts with a plan and a tennis ball 
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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
Participants of the Haunted Hike take a hayride back to the entrance of Douglas Hart Nature Center. The guided hikes took off every five minutes on the trails to cycle through the different Beetlejuice themed stations on Saturday night, Oct. 19, from 5-8 p.m.
THROUGH THE LENS: ‘Beetlejuice’ takes over Douglas-Hart Nature Center
There were 24 finishers in the 50-mile race at the Tour De Charleston Saturday. First place finished the race in 2:10:16.22.
THROUGH THE LENS: Tour De Charleston
The Camp New Hope had a small Mattoon train that took people around the camp sight seeing during the Camp New Hope 50th anniversary.
THROUGH THE LENS: Camp New Hope celebrates 50th anniversary
Students start to cook the beans and corn for meatless tacos during a healthy cooking class.
THROUGH THE LENS: Something’s cooking in Klehm Hall
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From left, Gail Mason, Democrat for Coles County Board, and Tim Mason, an associate professor in economics, watch the solar eclipse together at Robinson High School on Monday afternoon.

Eastern Illinois University Marching band performs for Veterans Day before Eastern football game against Tennessee State Tigers held at O'Brien Field saturday afternoon.

Eastern Illinois parents and family members cheer as their seniors are called during Senior Day during the Panthers game against Tennessee State Tigers held at O'Brien Field saturday afternoon.

Eastern Illinois football team celebrates after defeating the Tennessee State Tigers 30-17 during their game held at O'Brien Field saturday afternoon.

[Photo] STAFF PICKS: Hardest position in football

November 17, 2023
Redshirt freshman running back MJ Flowers tries to score a touchdown against Tennessee State Tigers during their game held at O'Brien Field saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Why athletes play through injuries

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor
March 15, 2024
Redshirt junior linebacker Anthony Shockey (5) celebrates after making a tackle against Tennessee State Tigers saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Football defensive captains speak on offseason

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
June 21, 2024
Redshirt freshman running back MJ Flowers (20) celebrates a touchdown with redshirt junior offensive lineman Elkhanan Tanelus (72). Eastern beat Tennessee State 30-17 Saturday afternoon at O’ Brien Field.

[Photo] Flowers scores more points than Tennessee State offense in Panther win

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
November 11, 2023
Sam Eccles, a senior forward (9) attempts to steal the ball from senior Incarnate word midfielder Luis Zuniga (8) during their OVC semifinals tournament held at Ralph Korte Stadium wednesday evening.

[Photo] Eastern ends season on a 1-0 loss to UIW

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor
November 8, 2023
Greek Court Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 8, 2023

[Photo] Greek Life and leadership: developing skills for the future

November 10, 2023
Student Recreation Center held intramural sports for flag football at intramural fields tuesday night.

Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback, stiff arms a Bryant University Bulldogs defender at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

[Photo] EIU Football’s national and conference rankings after eight games

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 28, 2023
Kevin Daniels, a red shirt sophomore running back, stiff arms a defender while attempting to score a touchdown during their game against Bryant University Bulldog at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

Kevin Daniels, a red shirt sophomore running back, attempts to run the ball pass Bryant University Bulldog defenders at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

DeAirious Smith, a junior wide receiver, attempts to catch a pass from Eastern quarterback, Pierce Holley during their game against Bryant University Bulldogs at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

DeAirious Smith, a junior wide receiver, catches a pass from Eastern quarterback Pierce Holley during their game against Bryant University Bulldogs at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback, attempts to throw the ball at a teammate during their game against Bryant University Bulldogs at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Panthers of the Week: Pierce Holley, Alex Tetteh

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 22, 2023
Shower

[Photo] Steam outage during Fall Break

October 19, 2023
Nidhi Patel serves as the president of student body during the 2023-2024 academic year.

[Photo] Nidhi Patel: role as Student Body President

Jacob Adcock, Reporter
October 19, 2023
Anthony Manaves, a junior tight end practices catching the football with a teammate at O'Brien Field wednesday afternoon.

[Photo] Panthers feel motivated ahead of third conference game

Zaria Flippin and Duane Carter
October 19, 2023
Mj Flowers, a freshman running back runs with teammates towards the end zone during their homecoming game against UT Martin O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Flowers named to Freshman of the Year watch list

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 18, 2023
A picture of University Police department on Oct 16, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston Ill.

A picture of University Police department on Oct 16, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston Ill.

A picture of University Police department on Oct 16, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston Ill.

A picture of Andrews Hall on Oct 17, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston Ill.

A picture of Andrews Hall on Oct 17, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston Ill.

[Photo] Campus sees 4 rape reports since start of semester

October 26, 2023
President and co-creator of Eastern line dancing club, Kayla Tomaszkiewicz demonstrates a dance routine in McAfee Gym underground Friday evening.

Vice president and co-creator of Eastern line dancing club, Lindsey Schwerdlin congratulates everyone after finishing all dance routines in McAfee Gym underground Friday evening.

Eastern students practice line dancing routines every Wednesday at 7:00pm held in McAfee Gym underground Friday evening.

[Photo] EIU Line dance club has a boot scootin’ end to a great semester 

Lindsay Weiss, Reporter
December 11, 2023
Lindsey Schwerdlin, a Junior communication disorders and science major, helps demonstrate line dancing routine with fellow line dancing co-creator Kayla Tomaszkiewicz held in McAfee Gym underground Friday evening.

Kayla Tomaszkiewicz, a Junior communication disorders and science major, practices a routine with dance partner during line dancing club held in McAfee Gym underground Friday evening.

Gennelle Nathan, a sophomore graphic design major, stays after class in Doudna Fine Arts Center to work on her art project Thursday afternoon.

Emily Wilcox, a senior middle blocker for Eastern Illinois University Volleyball team cat, Cheeto poses for pictures Tuesday afternoon.

Emily Wilcox, a senior middle blocker for Eastern Volleyball team cat, Cheeto poses for the camera Tuesday afternoon.

Emily Wilcox, a senior middle blocker for Eastern Volleyball team cat, Cheeto poses for the camera Tuesday afternoon.

Eastern Football Team runs out of their tunnel against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] COLUMN: The Good, Bad and Ugly of 2023 football season

November 26, 2023
Hunter Kidwell, a senior KSR teacher licensure major, cooks food for eastern football fans during homecoming tailgate at O‘Brien stadium Saturday afternoon.

Eastern football team celebrates after getting a interception against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] EIU football excited for 2024 season changes

January 27, 2024
Joel Barrows, a junior defensive lineman (6) celebrates with teammate Ira Armstead II (0) after sacking UT Martin quarter back at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Deeper insight into EIU vs UT Martin during Q&A with UT Martin newspaper

October 26, 2024
Justin Bowick Jr., a sophomore wide receiver, celebrates after scoring a touchdown during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Panthers continue to maintain focus for road game against SEMO

October 12, 2023
Eastern football players waits for the ball to stop during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

Blake Ruffin, a sophomore safety (4), celebrates after sacking UT Martin quarterback during their homecoming game at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

Fans cheer for Eastern Football team during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

Eastern Fans cheer during Eastern football team touchdown celebration during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

Justin Thomas, a graduate wide receiver, runs the ball pass UT Martin players during their homecoming game at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] How does eligibility work for college athletes?

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor
October 17, 2023
Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback, stiff arms a Bryant University Bulldogs defender at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Holley, Panthers receive preseason recognition

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
July 18, 2024
Justin Bowick Jr., a sophomore wide receiver, celebrates after scoring a touchdown during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Panthers continue to maintain focus for road game against SEMO

Zaria Flippin and Duane Carter
October 12, 2023
Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback (3), looks to throw the ball to a teammate during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Fall 2024 athletes to watch

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
August 24, 2024
Garrett Jackson, a nursing major, plays the snare during the Eastern Illinois university Homecoming parade Saturday afternoon.

Eastern Illinois University marching band performs during the Homecoming parade Saturday afternoon.

Junior linebacker Elijawah Tolbert (1), looks around the field after the last play of the game at Lantz Arena Saturday afternoon, Oct 7, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University Campus in Charleston, Ill

[Photo] Thrilling overtime ends in ‘heartbreaking loss’ for Eastern football

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 7, 2023
Students chat and laugh before the dealer distribute cards to the players at Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Grand Ballroom Thursday evening.

[Photo] EIU hosts Casino Night; continues Homecoming Week 

October 6, 2023
Students chat and laugh before the dealer distribute cards to the players at Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Grand Ballroom Thursday evening.

[Photo] EIU hosts Casino Night; continues Homecoming Week 

Drew Coffey, Reporter
October 6, 2023
Casino Night dealer spins roulette wheel at Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Grand Ballroom Thursday evening.

Casino Night dealer spins roulette wheel at Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Grand Ballroom Thursday evening.

Ella Onstott, Sophomore Midfielder, (20) celebrates with her team after scoring the game tying goal against MoreHead St. Eagles at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

Sophomore Midfielder Ella Onstott (20) celebrates after scoring a game tying goal against MoreHead St. Eagles with 24 seconds left on the clock at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

Sophomore Midfielder Ella Onstott (20) celebrates after scoring a game tying goal against MoreHead St. Eagles with 24 seconds left on the clock at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

Senior Forward Serra Pizano attempts to steal the soccerball from MoreHead St. Eagles player at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

[Photo] Women’s soccer earns sixth seeded spot in OVC Tournament

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
October 26, 2023
Sophomore Midfielder Ella Onstott attempts to score a goal against MoreHead St. Eagles at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

Fans cheer after senior kicker Stone Galloway kicks a 56 yard field goal to put the panthers ahead of Mcneese St cowboys at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. The panthers won 31-28.

Senior kicker Stone Galloway kicks a 56 yard field goal to put the panthers ahead of Mcneese St cowboys with 20 seconds left at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. The panthers won 31-28.

[Photo] The Panthers’ secret weapon

Aidan Cusack, Sports Reporter
October 24, 2023
Senior kicker Stone Galloway kicks a 56 yard field goal to put the panthers ahead of Mcneese St cowboys with 20 seconds left at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. The panthers won 31-28.

[Photo] Galloway secures win for Panthers in first game back from injury

Autumn Schulz, Senior Sports Reporter
September 23, 2023
Fans cheer after senior kicker Stone Galloway kicks a 56 yard field goal to put the panthers ahead of Mcneese St cowboys at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. The panthers won 31-28.

Fans cheer after senior kicker Stone Galloway kicks a 56 yard field goal to put the panthers ahead of Mcneese St cowboys at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. The panthers won 31-28.

[Photo] How important is fan attendance to Panther athletes?

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 26, 2023
Sophomore wide receiver Justin Bowick jr. (1) attempts to catch the football being thrown at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] COLUMN: Why people have such a deep connection with sports

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
November 3, 2023
Senior defensive line Terence Simon jr. (44) tries to tackle McNeese St cowboys quarterback (18) at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

Fifth year defensive back Russell Dandy runs with McNeese St cowboys wide receiver at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

Eastern Football Team runs out of their tunnel against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] COLUMN: The Good, Bad and Ugly of 2023 football season

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
November 26, 2023
Eli Mirza, a junior wide receiver, attempts to run the football pass McNeese St cowboys defenders at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Bye week gives Eastern a chance to recover before playing Lindenwood

Duane Carter, Sports Reporter
November 1, 2023
Eastern Football Team runs out of their tunnel against Bryant University Bulldogs at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Eastern prepares for last home game of season against TSU Tigers

Zaria Flippin and Duane Carter
November 9, 2023
Freshman running back MJ Flowers runs the ball towards the endzone at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. MJ Flowers rushed for 272 yards on 37 carries. The EIU panthers beat the Mcneese St cowboys 31-28.

Freshman running back MJ Flowers (20) celebrates as after scoring a touchdown at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. MJ Flowers rushed for 272 yards on 37 carries. The EIU panthers beat the Mcneese St cowboys 31-28.

[Photo] Flowers rushed more than Cowboys’ offense to help Panthers secure second home win

Aidan Cusack, Sports Reporter
September 25, 2023
MJ Flowers, a red shirt freshman running back, practice catching footballs before team stretches at O‘Brien Field Wednesday Evening.

[Photo] Panthers continue to step up in preparation for Cowboys

Zaria Flippin and Duane Carter
September 21, 2023
Josh Norman, Vice President for Enrollment Management at Eastern Illinois University plays pickle-ball at Lantz Arena Tennis courts Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 19.

[Photo] Local pickleball club consistently hits the courts, welcomes all  

Drew Coffey, Reporter
September 21, 2023
Whelan Joseph, a junior sports management major, deflects a shot attempt from Wright St Raiders at Lakeside field Tuesday evening.

Lance Somerfield, a freshman, attemps to defend against Wright St Raiders as they try to throw the ball onto the field at Lakeside Field Tuesday afternoon.

Sam Eccles, a senior chemistry major, celebrates with his teammates after scoring aganist Wright St Raiders at Lakeside Field Tuesday afternoon

Sam Eccles, a senior chemistry major, celebrates with his teammates after scoring aganist Wright St Raiders at Lakeside Field Tuesday afternoon

Sophomore Forward Casey Welage tries to steal the soccerball from Lindenwood Lions defender at Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

[Photo] Eastern comes away with second tie of the season against Wright State

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor
September 12, 2023
Casey Welage, a sophomore teacher education major, watches as a player from Bellarmine tosses the ball into play at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon

Adrian Lechuga, a sophomore digital media technology major, watches as a player from Bellarmine gets substituted onto the field at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon

[Photo] Eastern shutout in loss to Liberty

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor
October 12, 2023
Felipe Kerr Lourenco, a senior management major, walks off the field to meet with head coach Josh Oakley for halftime at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon

William Bruce, a junior pre-physical therapy major, tosses the ball onto the field at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon

Lance Somerfield, a freshman, dribbles the ball up field against Bellarmine at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon

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