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The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

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Charleston head coach Brian Halsey talks to his team following the Trojan's 35-23 loss to Taylorville on Friday, October 18, 2024, at Trojan Hill.

Charleston Trojans lose 35-23 to Taylorville Tornadoes

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter October 18, 2024

Taylorville junior running back Owen Mateer rushed for 154 yards and two touchdowns in the second half, as Charleston lost it’s fifth consecutive game 35-23 Friday night at Trojan Hill.   The loss...

Charleston High Trojan fans getting ready with body paint and posters for the Coles County Clash against Mattoon at O’Brien Field on October 4. Charleston lost 20-10.

Charleston looks to break losing streak against Mount Zion

Bryce Parker, Sports Reporter October 10, 2024

Riding a three-game losing streak the Charleston Trojans have their backs up against the wall heading into this week’s matchup versus the Mount Zion Braves.  After starting the season 3-0, the...

Charleston junior Max Weber kicker scores the only points for Charleston as time expires in the first half during Charleston’s loss to Mahomet-Seymour 56-3 on Friday Night.

Charleston loses 56-3 against Mahomet-Seymour

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter September 20, 2024

The Charleston Trojans lost their Apollo Conference opener to the Mahomet-Seymour Bulldogs Friday night 56-3 at Frank Dutton Field in Mahomet.   The game got away from the Trojans (3-1) with the first...

Charleston senior quarterback hands the ball off to senior running back Ben Coffey during Charleston’s 45-34 win against Jersey on

Two-way play has its risks

Patrick Schmitz, Assistant Sports Editor September 18, 2024

In small high schools, athletes must play more than one position for many sports. Charleston high school football is no different.  Sophomore standout Treylin Couch is even getting in on the action....

Charleston defeats Jersey after four-touchdown performance

Patrick Schmitz, Assistant Sports Editor September 13, 2024

The Charleston Trojans beat the Jersey Panthers 45-34 at home Friday. Running back Treylin Couch exploded on the ground as he had four total touchdowns. Jersey high could do nothing to stop Couch...

Paris high quarterback drew rogers gets sacked in the backfield after trying to scramble away from the Charleston defender at Trojan Hill Charleston

Charleston football prepares for Jersey

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter September 12, 2024

Charleston High School is preparing for its next home game against Jersey Community High. Junior kicker and punter Max Weber doesn’t play any other position for Charleston High School, but his...

Football is back at O'Brien Stadium

Trojan football takeaways by the numbers

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter September 9, 2024

Charleston High School would not be denied victory in its home opener against Paris High School, winning 25-18 in week two of the Illinois High School Association football season.   The game was...

Senior wide receiver Chase Clough jumped to celebrate with senior quarterback after a second quarter touchdown. Head Coach Brian Halsey in the back. at Trojan Hill, Friday Sept, 6,2024, Charleston Ill. 25-18 Trojans won against the Paris Tigers.

Charleston beats Paris behind big defensive stop

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter September 6, 2024

Charleston High School held onto a seven-point lead to beat Paris High School 25-18 Friday evening at Trojan Hill.  In a game that was close throughout, with four lead changes between the two teams,...

The press box at Trojan Stadium on September 5th at Charleston High School in Charleston ILL.

Charleston High School gets ready for Paris High School

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter September 5, 2024

There will be football at Trojan Hill for the first time since Charleston High School's historic playoff overtime victory.   When then junior quarterback Luke Bonnstetter scored the walk off touchdown...

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OVC adds Little Rock as conference member

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor December 9, 2021

The OVC officially announced the addition of Little Rock to the conference Thursday, a move which will take place on July 1, 2022.  That is the same date that Austin Peay and Belmont will be leaving...

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