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The national No Kings Day protest was planned as part of the 50501 movement, meaning 50 states, 50 protests one movement.
Events in Charleston this week
From left, Tiffany Gibson and her daughter Piper Gibson cross the finish line at the Sarah Bush Lincoln Races for all Paces Saturday morning at O'Brien Stadium. When asked why she participated, Tiffany said "Why not? It's a great day and it's an awesome feeling. It's a good promotion of healthy habits for sure." Piper noted that she couldn't wait to get some water.
Events in Charleston this week
Old main, Eastern Illinois University Charleston Ill,
EIU associate degree proposal aims to boost degree completion
The farmer's market was held on the Square in front of the courthouse on Wednesday morning, September 11.
Events in Charleston this week
Screen grab from agrivoltaics video.
Land-use conflict sprouts new agricultural and energy collection method
SUBMITTED PHOTO | THE ATHLETICS DEPRTMENT Eastern Illinois Men's Track and Field freshman jumper Abraham Johnson qualified for the 2025 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in triple jump.
EIU freshman Johnson headed to NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships
Sycamore High School celebrates winning the 2A State Championship during the IHSA boys track and field state meet at O'Brien Field in Charleston, IL on Saturday, March 31.
How hosting the IHSA state track finals benefits EIU
IHSA hurdlers race during the IHSA boys track and field state meet at O'Brien Field in Charleston, IL on Saturday, March 31.
THROUGH THE LENS: Illinois high school boys track and field state meet
Eastern Illinois University softball sophomore pitcher McKenzie Oslanzi preparing to deliver a 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.
Eastern Illinois softball loses four to NCAA transfer portal
Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School runner leads the pack in heat 3 of the 100m of the IHSA Unified Team Track and Field State Tournament at O'Brien Field in Charleston, IL on Thursday, May 29.
THROUGH THE LENS: IHSA Unified Team Track and Field State Tournament
Eastern Illinois baseball looks on as Little Rock celebrates a 2-1 win and Ohio Valley Conference championship game at Mtn Dew Park in Marion, Illinois
Eastern’s offense struggles in OVC championship loss to Little Rock
Eastern Illinois baseball sophomore right-handed pitcher Bryce Riggs (4) walks towards the Ohio Valley Conference tournament board to put EIU's logo onto the championship spot after EIU's 3-1 win over Lindenwood in the elimination semifinal of the OVC tournament at Mtn Dew Park in Marion, Illinois.
Eastern Illinois baseball faces Little Rock in the OVC championship
Eastern Illinois baseball sophomore right-handed pitcher Bryce Riggs swings a hammer down while surrounding by his cheering teammates after EIU's 3-1 win over Lindenwood in the elimination semifinal of the Ohio Valley Conference tournament at Mtn Dew Park in Marion, Illinois.
Riggs’ ‘spectacular’ performance sends Eastern Illinois to OVC championship round
Lindenwood baseball's dugout after Little Rock got the last out of Little Rock's 4-1 win in the winner's bracket semifinal of the Ohio Valley Conference tournament Thursday night at Mtn Dew Park in Marion, Illinois
Eastern Illinois baseball to play Lindenwood in elimination semifinal
Eastern Illinois baseball dugout celebrates during EIU's 11-6 win over Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in the first elimination round game of the Ohio Valley Conference tournament Thursday night at Mtn Dew Park in Marion, Illinois
Three takeaways from EIU baseball’s Thursday games in OVC tournament
Offensive Line sophomore, (77) Sandro Malicevic picks up wide receiver senior Cooper Willman after a touch down in the end zone, at the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Indiana State Sycamore, at O'Brien Field. Saturday night. Panthers won 27-20.
Panthers of the Year: Cooper Willman, Macy McGlone, Dan and Kristi Paulson
Zaria Flippin
COLUMN: Top 10 EIU athletics moments in the 2024-2025 season
Senior, guard NaKyel Shelton, makes a free point during the game against the Tennessee State Tigers at Groniger Arena on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. Panthers lost 66-49.
Panthers of the Semester: NaKyel Shelton, Macy McGlone, Marqus McGlothan
Men's basketball practices before the Morehead state game, tomorrow in Groniger Arena, Jan 22,2025. Men's basketball has lost six games in conferences so far this year. on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill.
STAFF PICKS: Who will win the 2025 NBA finals?
Forward redshirt freshman Georgia Cox looking for someone open to pass too, during the game Thursday Feb 20,2025 in Evansville Indiana against Souther Indiana Screaming Eagles, panthers lost 66-46. at Liberty Arena.
EIU women’s basketball forward announces departure from program
Zaria Flippin
COLUMN: Top 10 EIU athletics moments in the 2024-2025 season
Patrick Schmitz
COLUMN: Bring back region-based conferences
Drew Farrell
COLUMN: You should start cycling
Drew Farrell
COLUMN: The NFL should adopt the fourth-and-20 play
Cameron Thomas
COLUMN: Why the NBA ratings are down
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
Offensive Line sophomore, (77) Sandro Malicevic picks up wide receiver senior Cooper Willman after a touch down in the end zone, at the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Indiana State Sycamore, at O'Brien Field. Saturday night. Panthers won 27-20.
Panthers of the Year: Cooper Willman, Macy McGlone, Dan and Kristi Paulson
Safety redshirt freshman Josh Brown left throws the ball to another player during football Pratice at O'brain Stadium on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill.
Redshirt freshman safety shares fraternity lifestyle in Q&A
Zaria Flippin
COLUMN: Top 10 EIU athletics moments in the 2024-2025 season
Running back, redshirt Freshman Jacarre Fleming takes the ball running during Football pratice at O'Braine stadium on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill.
Panther running back shares meaning behind nickname in Q&A
Graduate student safety Tienne Fridge gets interviewed by the Daily Eastern News sports editor during football practice at O'Brian Stadium.
New EIU football captain shares swimming experience in Q&A
Zaria Flippin
COLUMN: Top 10 EIU athletics moments in the 2024-2025 season
Eastern Illinois women’s soccer junior forward Abby Reinl fighting with Illinois State junior defender Erika Wells to get the ball during Eastern’s lost to Illinois State 1-0 at its spring game at Lakeside field on April 12, 2025., on the Eastern Illinois University campus. Charleston ILL. 
EIU women’s soccer faces Illinois State in second spring game
(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
Eastern Illinois University softball sophomore pitcher McKenzie Oslanzi preparing to deliver a 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.
Eastern Illinois softball loses four to NCAA transfer portal
Offensive Line sophomore, (77) Sandro Malicevic picks up wide receiver senior Cooper Willman after a touch down in the end zone, at the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Indiana State Sycamore, at O'Brien Field. Saturday night. Panthers won 27-20.
Panthers of the Year: Cooper Willman, Macy McGlone, Dan and Kristi Paulson
Eastern Illinois softball team surround junior infielder Kendall Grover after she stole home to win the Ohio Valley Conference championship against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 1-0 on Saturday.
EIU softball wins second OVC championship in three years
Eastern Illinois softball sophomore outfielder Karson Davey slides into home plate past Southern Illinois University Edwardsville senior catcher Piper Montogomery in the 10th inning to win the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament semifinal against SIUE 5-4 on Friday.
EIU softball beats SIUE to advance to championship game    
Eastern Illinois softball sophomore catcher Sophia Olman celebrates after scoring in two runs in the bottom of the sixth during the Ohio Valley Conference tournament game against the University of Southern Indiana with Eastern winning 4-1 at the Louisville Slugger Sports Complex on Thursday.
EIU softball defeats USI, advances into OVC Tournament winner bracket
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
Tennis ball by the nets at the Darling Courts Wednesday afternoon
Eastern cuts men’s, women’s tennis programs
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
Eastern Illinois University’s volleyball coach Ryan Millar gives directions to his players at the Sister City Park Beach Volleyball courts on March 13.
Olympic gold medal winner joins EIU’s coaching staff for volleyball
Junior Lilli Amettis dives down to get the ball during Eastern's beach volleyball game against Lindenwood University. Amettis' teammate, redshirt junior Julia Udell, watches her back on April 10, 2025 at Sister City Park in Charleston Ill.
EIU beach volleyball suffers close loss to Lindenwood
Junior Sylvia Hasz (left) and senior Kaitlyn Flynn (right) compete in a beach volleyball match against the Lindenwood Lions on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Sister City Park in Charleston, ILL
EIU beach volleyball set to host only home match against Lindenwood
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
Students perform in the play, "Squirrels Against Students," for the New Works Festival on April 8 in the Doudna Fine Arts Center.
Eastern students direct plays at New Works Festival
Senior music major Joseph Tucker performs his written song "Alarm Clock" during Open Mic night during the Liberation Mic event at the EIU Cultural House.
Liberation Mic presents Eastern-based performances
Students, staff and parents join together in the Tarble Arts Center to award undergraduate EIU student work and to view the artwork of undergrads and graduate students from on Saturday.
Tarble Arts Center features EIU student, graduate student artwork
Chanticleer's countertenor Adam Brett sings during act two of the performance Saturday evening at the Dvorak Concert Hall.
Chanticleer delivers memorable moments for audience
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
Luke Brewer
Direct-to-streaming releases threaten film industry; hybrid model offers a solution
Luke Brewer
COLUMN: ‘The Grand Budapest Hotel’ is Wes Anderson to perfection
Zaria Flippin
COLUMN: One final Q&A
The finished and tied newspapers stacked on top of each other ready to be dispersed throughout campus buildings.
EDITORIAL: Now is the time. Stand with free press
Drew Farrell
COLUMN: RFK Jr. is wrong about autism
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 92: Cam’s Final Episode + The Future of the Podcast
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 91: Eyes Wide Shut: More Romantic Than Meets the Eye
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 90: Kept Woman: Can I Have My Time Back?
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 89: Is ‘Opus’ Really That Grand?
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 88: There’s More to Action Films Than Killing
IHSA hurdlers race during the IHSA boys track and field state meet at O'Brien Field in Charleston, IL on Saturday, March 31.
THROUGH THE LENS: Illinois high school boys track and field state meet
Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School runner leads the pack in heat 3 of the 100m of the IHSA Unified Team Track and Field State Tournament at O'Brien Field in Charleston, IL on Thursday, May 29.
THROUGH THE LENS: IHSA Unified Team Track and Field State Tournament
Eastern Illinois baseball pitching coach Max Fecske screams into the face of screaming senior right-handed pitcher Tyler Conklin in excitement after after Conklin struck out the last out in the top of sixth inning during EIU's 11-6 win over Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in the first elimination round game of the Ohio Valley Conference tournament Thursday night at Mtn Dew Park in Marion, Illinois
THROUGH THE LENS: EIU defeats SIUE in the OVC baseball tournament
Vendors line the sidewalks in front of the Dounda Fine Arts Center selling goods like plush animals, lithography prints, clothing and more during Spring Fest which ran from Thursday to Saturday.
Spring Fest brings vendors, live music
Ben Rienbolt, the international student coordinator who ran the event for Holi and set up for the day for students, got to participate himself in the festival of colors.
Unofficial Holi festival of colors celebration lights up Library Quad
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Francis bringing positive energy to marching band

Francis bringing positive energy to marching band

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
December 14, 2014

Wide receivers biggest need for Eastern in offseason

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
December 10, 2014
Junior quarterback Jalen Whitlow runs with the ball down field against Austin Peay on Sept. 21 at O'Brien Field. Whitlow set an Eastern record, with 137 rushing yards by a quarterback, as the Panthers won 63-7.

Panthers were what their record said they were

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
December 10, 2014

Baseball adds 9 to 2016 recruiting class

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
December 10, 2014

OVC’s final team bounced out of playoffs

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
December 8, 2014

Softball team faces ‘toughest schedule ever’ in 2015

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
December 8, 2014

Softball adds 4 players to 2016 recruiting class

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
December 5, 2014
Junior forward Luke Piotrowski maneuvers towards the basket during the Panthers' 81-51 win against the Eureka College Red Devils on Nov. 17 in Lantz Arena.

High-scoring Cardinals fly into Lantz Arena

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
December 3, 2014
Eastern left fielder Demetre Taylor takes a swing against Jacksonville State at Coaches Stadium on March 30. Taylor led the Panthers with seven home runs and 53 RBIs in the 2014 season.

Baseball player battles through injuries

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
December 3, 2014

Dameron already planning for more victories for next season

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
December 2, 2014
Red-shirt senior defensive back AJ Woodson is grabbed from behind and thrown down to the ground during the Panthers' 48-26 win over Murray State on Nov. 8 at O'Brien Field.

Eastern ends season hosting Tennessee-Martin

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 20, 2014
Red-shirt senior, Adam Drake runs with the ball, as Tennessee State defensive back Andrew Dale closes in on him at O'Brien Field on Oct. 25. Drake is one 19 senior who will play their final game at noon Saturday at O'Brien Field against Tennessee-Martin.

Eastern playing for seniors in season finale

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 18, 2014
Panthers lose to Jacksonville State

Panthers lose to Jacksonville State

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 17, 2014
Junior quarterback Jaylen Whitlow looks for an open man during the Panthers' 48-26 win over Murray State on Saturday at O'Brien Field. Whitlow ran in a touchdown in the first half against Jacksonville State on Saturday in Jacksonville, Ala. He threw two interceptions and was injured in the fourth quarter and missed the rest of the game as Eastern lost 27-20 to the Gamecocks.

Eastern replaced by Jacksonville State as OVC champs

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 16, 2014

Panthers lose season opener at Missouri State

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 16, 2014
Photo illustration by Bob Galuski. Photos by Jason Howell.

Eastern loses 27-20, Jacksonville State wins OVC title

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 15, 2014
Eastern quarterback Jalen Whitlow runs against Murray State Saturday at O'Brien Field. Whitlow has a 19-yard rushing touchdown in the first half against Jacksonville State, as the Panthers trail 20-7 at halftime in Jacksonville, Ala.

Eastern trails 20-7 at Jacksonville State

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 15, 2014
Photo illustration by Bob Galuski. Photos by Jason Howell.

OVC up for grabs in Saturday showdown

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 14, 2014

Receiver flourishes in running offense

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 13, 2014

Jacksonville defense powered by defensive linemen

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 13, 2014
Red-shirt senior running back Taylor Duncan runs the ball during the Panthers' 48-26 win over Murray State on Saturday at O'Brien Field. Duncan scored two touchdowns and ran for 171 yards during the game.

Panthers hungry for OVC title

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 11, 2014
Red-shirt senior running back Taylor Duncan runs the ball during the Panthers' 48-26 win over Murray State on Saturday at O'Brien Field. Duncan scored two touchdowns and ran for 171 yards during the game.

Panthers exploit defenses looking to slow down Whitlow

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 10, 2014
Panthers battle injuries in Saturday’s win

Panthers battle injuries in Saturday’s win

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 10, 2014
Eastern quarterback Jalen Whitlow runs against Murray State Saturday at O'Brien Field. Whitlow has a 19-yard rushing touchdown in the first half against Jacksonville State, as the Panthers trail 20-7 at halftime in Jacksonville, Ala.

Eastern wins 48-26, sets up vital matchup at Jacksonville State

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 8, 2014
Taylor Duncan runs against the Murray State defense Saturday at O'Brien Field. Duncan scored two touchdowns in the first half, leading to a 35-20 lead for the Panthers.

Eastern leads 35-20 at halftime

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 8, 2014
Junior quarterback Jalen Whitlow runs the ball down the field during the Panthers' homecoming game against Tennessee State on Oct. 25 at O'Brien Field. The Panthers beat the Tigers 28-3.

Hometown rivals reunite at O’Brien Field

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 6, 2014
Jason Howell | The Daily Eastern News Red-shirt senior defensive back DJ Bland defends Tennessee State wide receiver Weldon Garlington during the Panthers' homecoming game on Oct. 25 at O'Brien Field. Eastern has the no. 2 passing defense in the Ohio Valley Conference. The Panthers' host Murray State at noon Saturday at O'Brien Field.

Eastern not looking ahead to Jacksonville State

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 5, 2014
Junior quarterback Jalen Whitlow runs the ball down the field during the Panthers' homecoming game against Tennessee State on Oct. 25 at O'Brien Field. The Panthers beat the Tigers 28-3.

Murray State brings conference’s top passing offense

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 4, 2014
Jason Howell | The Daily Eastern News Tennessee State running back Tom Smith is brought down by the Eastern defense during the Panthers' homecoming game on Oct. 25 at O'Brien Field. The Panthers beat the Tigers 28-3.

Eastern defense being held to higher standard

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 3, 2014
Jason Howell | The Daily Eastern News Junior quarterback Jalen Whitlow runs the ball down the field during the Panthers' homecoming game against Tennessee State on Oct. 25 at O'Brien Field. The Panthers beat the Tigers 28-3.

Balanced attack leads to 41-10 win

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 2, 2014
Eastern beats Tennessee Tech 41-10

Eastern beats Tennessee Tech 41-10

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 1, 2014

Eastern leads Tech 24-3 at halftime

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
November 1, 2014
Eastern football takes off for Tennesee Tech

Eastern football takes off for Tennesee Tech

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 30, 2014

Injuries lead to Tennessee Tech offense

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 30, 2014
Panther defense gains confidence

Panther defense gains confidence

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 29, 2014
Red-shirt Junior runningback Shepard Little fights off the defense during practice Tuesday at O'Brien Field.

Injuries lead to depleted Tennessee Tech roster

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 28, 2014
Red-shirt junior running back Shepard Little runs in for a 50 yard touchdown securing the Panthers' 28-3 homecoming win over Tennessee State Saturday at O'Brien Field. The Panthers' improved to 3-1 in the OVC as Little led Eastern with 130 rushing yard against the Tigers.

Little, Goodman nab weekly honors

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 28, 2014
Panthers' defense outplays the Tigers at Homecoming

Panthers’ defense outplays the Tigers at Homecoming

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 26, 2014
Redshirt junior wide receiver Jeff LePak breaks into the end zone ahead of defenders during the Panthers’ game against Tennessee State University at O’Brien Field on Dec. 7, 2013. LePak’s touchdown added to the Panthers’ victory with a score of 51-10.

OVC’s top offense, defense meet at Homecoming

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 23, 2014

Tigers enter Homecoming with daunting defense

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 22, 2014
Turnovers vital to Eastern's success

Turnovers vital to Eastern’s success

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 22, 2014
Whitlow rushes toward weekly award

Whitlow rushes toward weekly award

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 20, 2014
Eastern back in title picture after 52-13 win

Eastern back in title picture after 52-13 win

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 19, 2014
Eastern beats SEMO 52-13

Eastern beats SEMO 52-13

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 18, 2014

Eastern leads 24-13 over SEMO at halftime

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 18, 2014

Eastern tries to keep title hopes alive at SEMO

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 16, 2014

Panthers facing elite OVC quarterback

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 14, 2014
Junior defensive back Anthony Goodman tackles Austin Peay running back Justin Roberson on Sept. 20 at O'Brien Field. The Panthers beat the Governors 63-7.

Eastern, SEMO regrouping after overtime losses

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 14, 2014
Junior quarterback Jalen Whitlow throws the ball down the field in the Eastern football team's home opener on Sept. 7 at O'Brien Field.

Whitlow wins weekly award, Drake leads WRs in OVC

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 13, 2014
Panthers lose 36-33 in OT

Panthers lose 36-33 in OT

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor | @AldoSoto21
October 11, 2014
Eastern leads 23-5 over EKU at halftime

Eastern leads 23-5 over EKU at halftime

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor | @AldoSoto21
October 11, 2014

Panthers, Colonels set for OVC showdown

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 9, 2014

Tackling key to stopping Mobley

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 8, 2014

Whitlow proud of Kentucky, loyal to Eastern

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 8, 2014
Eastern quarterback Jalen Whitlow looks for a reciever in the Panthers’ season opener against Minnesota on Aug. 28 in Minneapolis, Minn. The Panthers lost 42-20 to the Golden Gophers. The Panthers are 1-4 so far this season.

Transfers affect Eastern Kentucky’s success

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 7, 2014

Colonels remain unbeaten heading into Panthers’ game

Aldo Soto, Sports Reporter
October 6, 2014

Cross country finishes 20th, 21st in Louisville

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 5, 2014

Cross country team faces nationally ranked teams in Louisville

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 2, 2014
Eastern's focus set on OVC

Eastern’s focus set on OVC

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 1, 2014

Eastern Kentucky not looking past Governors

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 1, 2014

OVC coaches praise Garoppolo

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
October 1, 2014
Redshirt junior Devin Bass defends against Jalen Whitlow of Eastern Illinois University on Saturday, September 27, 2014.

Whitlow wins 2nd weekly award

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 30, 2014

Eastern loses 34-19, heads into bye week

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 27, 2014

Eastern trails Ohio 24-10 at halftime

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 27, 2014
Junior quarterback Jalen Whitlow runs with the ball down field against Austin Peay on Sept. 20 at O'Brien Field. Whitlow set an Eastern record, with 137 rushing yards by a quarterback, as the Panthers won 63-7.

Eastern takes new identity into Athens

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 26, 2014

Dameron names Whitlow outright starter

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 24, 2014

Ohio paying up to play Eastern

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 24, 2014

Ohio sets new starting backfield against Eastern

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 24, 2014
Junior quarterback Jalen Whitlow runs with the ball down field against Austin Peay Saturday at O'Brien Field. Whitlow set an Eastern record, with 137 rushing yards by a quarterback, as the Panthers won 63-7.

Whitlow, Johnson receive weekly awards

Aldo Soto, Assistant Sports Editor
September 22, 2014
Junior quarterback Jalen Whitlow runs with the ball down field against Austin Peay Saturday at O'Brien Field. Whitlow set an Eastern record, with 137 rushing yards by a quarterback, as the Panthers won 63-7.

Whitlow sets record in Eastern’s 63-7 win

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 20, 2014
Red-shirt senior Joe Powell runs with the ball in the first half against Austin Peay at O'Brien Field. The Panthers lead 35-7 at halftime behind 266 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns.

Eastern leads 35-7 at halftime

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 20, 2014
The Eastern football offensive lines up against University of Minnesota on Aug. 28 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn. with Jalen Whitlow at quarterback.

Eastern begins OVC title defense against Austin Peay

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 19, 2014

Dameron scouts Governors’ defense, offense

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 18, 2014

Baseball tryouts begin Sept. 26

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 16, 2014

Eastern drops out of top-25

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 16, 2014
Redshirt senior running back Jimmy Lera carries the ball at practice Tuesday on O'Brien Field. The Panthers take on Austin Peay at 1:30 p.m. at O'Brien Field.

Austin Peay brings young team to O’Brien Field

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 16, 2014
Red-shirt junior running back Shepard Little runs the ball up the field during the Panthers' home opener on Sept. 6 at O'Brien Field. The Panthers lost to the Salukis 38-21. After playing Illinois State on Saturday, the Panthers lost to the Redbirds 34-15 at Hancock Stadium in Normal, Ill.

Eastern rushes for a season-high despite Little’s absence

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 15, 2014
MacKenzie Freund | The Daily Eastern News Red-shirt senior quarterback Andrew Manley surveys the field, as senior left tackle Adolphus Barnes tries to block an Illinois State defensive end. Manley made his first start of the year Saturday and finished 9-of-15 for 55 yards, while throwing an interception in the first half.

Turnovers, penalties continue to hurt Eastern football

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 14, 2014
Jason Howell | The Daily Eastern News Red-shirt senior quarterback Andrew Manley throws the ball away before being sacked n Eastern football's home opener on Sept. 6, at O'Brien Field. Manley threw for 55 yards and an interception in Eastern's 34-15 loss at Illinois State Saturday.

Eastern loses 34-15, drops to 0-3

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 13, 2014

Eastern trails 21-6 at halftime

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 13, 2014
Red-shirt junior running back Shepard Little is tackled by freshman outside linebacker Conner Mayweather in Eastern football's home opener on Saturday at O'Brien Field. The Panthers lost to the Salukis 38-21.

Dameron pursues a balanced offense heading into ISU

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 11, 2014

[Video] Coordinator brings defensive roots

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 10, 2014

Schmitz remembers Coaches Stadium

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 10, 2014

Eastern falls in FCS polls

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 9, 2014
Red-shirt junior running back Shepard Little is forced out of bounce by two Southern Illinois-Carbondale players during the Panthers' home opener on Saturday at O'Brien Field. The Panthers lost to the Salukis 38-21.

Dameron seeks consistency

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 9, 2014
Jason Howell | The Daily Eastern News
Red-shirt senior wide receiver Adam Drake finds an open route during the Panthers' home opener against Southern Illinois-Carbondale on Saturday at O'Brien Field. The Panthers lost to the Salukis 38-21.

Dameron searching for more playmakers this season

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 8, 2014
Dominic Baima | The Daily Eastern News Junior Victoria Quarton runs in the Walt Crawlford Open on Friday. Quarton placed third in the meet. The woman’s team won the open and the men’s team placed second.

Weekend sports briefs

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 7, 2014
Jason Howell | The Daily Eastern News President Bill Perry introduces the university's 2014 inductees for the Hall of Fame

6 inducted into Eastern’s Hall of Fame

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 7, 2014
Jason Howell | The Daily Eastern News Senior runningback Malcolm Agnew avoids the tackle by Eastern's defense in Eastern football's home opener on Saturday at O'Brien Field. The Panthers lost to the Salukis 38-21.

Dameron underwhelmed by tackling performance

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 7, 2014
Senior running back Malcolm Agnew runs in untouched for Southern Illinois-Carbondale, giving the Salukis a 28-21 lead in the third quarter over Eastern at O'Brien Field Saturday night. Agnew rushed for three touchdowns, as the Panthers lost 38-21 in their home opener.

Eastern loses home opener 38-21

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 6, 2014
Taylor Duncan runs in for a touchdown for Eastern Saturday against Southern Illinois-Carbondale. The Panthers lead 21-14 at halftime at O'Brien Field.

Eastern leads 21-14 at halftime

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 6, 2014
Red-shirt junior running back Shepard LIttle avoids the Minnesota defense and runs the ball up the field in a game on Aug. 28 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn. The Panthers lost to the Minnesota Gophers 42-20.

Eastern ready to pressure Southern in home opener

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 4, 2014
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Senior defensive back Anthony Goodman celebrates with the rest of the 2013-2014 football team after their win against Tennesse Tech on Nov. 2.

2 Eastern players suspended

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 3, 2014
Former Eastern defensive lineman Pat Wertz (left), red-shirt junior defensive tackle Dino Fanti (middle) and senior linebacker Robert Haynes sack former Southern Illinois-Carbondale quarterback Kory Faulkner in last year's 40-37 double overtime win at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale. Eastern Michigan transfer Mark Iannotti is the Salukis' quarterback and is one of four new offensive starters.

Eastern hosts Southern in home opener

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 2, 2014

OVC struggles against FBS, beats up on NAIA

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 2, 2014
Junior Anthony Goodman (left) and sophomore Seth McDonald (right) converge on Minnesota punt returner Marcus Jones Thursday at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn. The Panthers lost 42-20 and will host Southern Illinois-Carbondale starting at 6 p.m. Saturday at O’Brien Field.

Dameron finds positives following loss

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
September 1, 2014
Golden Gophers 'Kill' Panthers in opener

Golden Gophers ‘Kill’ Panthers in opener

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
August 28, 2014
Eastern trails 14-0 at halftime

Eastern trails 14-0 at halftime

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
August 28, 2014

Quarterbacks not worried about shared responsibility

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
August 27, 2014

Panthers focus on Golden Gophers defense

Aldo Soto, Sports Editor
August 27, 2014
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