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Alex Sausman, a senior in marketing, and the owner of Artic Ice making a snow cone for Elian Encarnacion, a junior in business analytics, at the Small Business Fair in the Library Quad Saturday.
Small Business Fest brings plushies, cosmetics, more
The map of Coles County Board District 6. 
Who’s running for Coles County Board in District 6?
Executive Director and Senior Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer John Blue talking to the students in the Union Loft on Oct. 17, 2024, for a lead lunch.
Executive director and senior diversity and inclusion officer gives advice at lunch
Katie Gillespie, a junior English education major and the president of EIU Pride on Saturday, Oct., 19, 2024,  selling pre-sale tickets for the EIU Drag Show at the overhang of Coleman Hall on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 in Charleston, Ill., at Eastern Illinois University. 
Professional, student participation to come at EIU drag show
A major point in discussion from the weekly Student Senate meeting on Wednesday was the transparence of fees in the billing of students. Speaker of the senate Madison Veatch (left) senate parliamentarian Megan Fox (middle) and VPSA Mason Tegeler (right) discuss with fellow senate members at the senate weekly meeting on Wednesday
Student government discusses fees, approves RSO
Sophomore forward Alex Tetteh (22) gains control of the ball during the women's soccer game against the University of Tennessee Skyhawks Sunday at Lakeside Field. Tetteh had three shots and one shot on goal. The Panthers lost 1-0 against the Skyhawks.
EIU women’s soccer loses last home game of season
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
Senior outside hitter Kaitlyn Flynn taps the ball over the net during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville.
EIU volleyball splits games to Tennessee Tech
Aidan Cusack
COLUMN: Why your OVC mascot may or may not suck
Sophomore middle blocker Julia Stanev spikes the ball over the net, during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville
EIU volleyball wins during Greek night
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
Matt Bollant yelling at the referee during the women basketball game against UT Martin thursday night in Groniger Arena
Bollant leaves EIU basketball program
Junior guard/forward Kyndall Davis hangs onto the rim in Groniger Arena. The Panthers beat the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 72-57 Thursday evening in Groniger Arena.
Davis, Luers enter transfer portal
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.
Panthers of the Year: MJ Flowers, Macy McGlone, Sara Thomas
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
Daily Eastern News “Staff Picks”
STAFF PICKS: NBA finals winner
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
Aidan Cusack
COLUMN: Court storming needs to stay
Following an investigation, the men's swim team is suspended for the fall semester.
COLUMN: EIU should move on from swim program
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
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
Charleston sophomore running back Treylin Couch bobble the ball before securing it and running for his fourth touchdown during the third quarter of Charleston’s 45-34 win against Jersey on Sept 13, 2024, in Charleston Illinois.
Charleston prepares for must-win game against Taylorville
Panther football's Pierce Holley (3) prepares to throw the ball at the EIU v. UofI game Thursday.
Panthers hope for first conference win against Tigers
Charleston high senior defensive back Jayden Sikorski and senior defensive end Mason Redfern drag down Mattoon junior quarterback Shayden Neff during the second half of the Coles County Clash against Mattoon at O’Brien field on October 4th. Charleston lost 20-17.
Charleston loses 42-10 at homecoming
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
Sophomore forward Alex Tetteh (22) gains control of the ball during the women's soccer game against the University of Tennessee Skyhawks Sunday at Lakeside Field. Tetteh had three shots and one shot on goal. The Panthers lost 1-0 against the Skyhawks.
EIU women’s soccer loses last home game of season
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
Forward sophomore Abby Reinl scores the second point, making the game 2-1 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
EIU women’s soccer wins two in a row
Incarnate Word head coach Kiki Lara greeting alumni and others after Incarnate Word beat Eastern 4-1 Thursday afternoon at Lakeside Field.
Former EIU soccer coach returns for first game since departure
Defender Kyle Ward Sophomore about to throw the ball into play during the Eastern Illinois University vs University of Incarnate word, Oct 10, 2024. at Lakeside Field
EIU men’s soccer loses 3-0 to Houston Christian University
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
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
Head Coach Robin Cambier (mens and womens tennis) during pratice on wed Feb 14, 2024, helping players improve skills Macfee on Eastern Illinois University in Charleston Ill ©
EIU tennis coach with varied past: Robin Cambier
Senior outside hitter Kaitlyn Flynn taps the ball over the net during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville.
EIU volleyball splits games to Tennessee Tech
Sophomore middle blocker Julia Stanev spikes the ball over the net, during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville
EIU volleyball wins during Greek night
Junior outside hitter Matilda Dahlström, supports the volleyball team from the sideline during the matchup between Eastern Illinois University and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
Junior outside hitter talks about support system in Sweden in Q&A
EIU volleyball wins first conference game
EIU volleyball wins first conference game
Freshman outside hitter Destiny Walker waits for a serve from Southern Indiana at Friday's game in Groniger Arena. The Panther's lost 3-0.
Takeaways from EIU volleyball
Graduate studio art major Tristen Hahn paints a piece of fabric using a screen printer during the Scream Print event in the Tarble Arts Center on Oct. 18, 2024.
‘Art is screaming’ at the Tarble Arts Center
Chris Vallillo performing " This Little Light of Mine" along with songs of the Civil Right Movement" to show how music played an important role in historical struggles as a way to spread the message of equality and justice, in the Doudna Fine Arts Center Recital Hall, on Thursday night
Oh Freedom! Songs of the Civil Rights Movement brings music and history together
Luke Brewer, Freshman, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘Piece by Piece:’ building a new entry into the documentary/drama genre
Luke Brewer, Freshman, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘Lars and the Real Girl:’ a very, very different type of rom-com
Monica Alifantis, a junior public relations major, does lateral pull downs in the student recreation center in Groniger Arena Sept. 13.
Fitness, followers, family: Monica Alifantis
Aidan Cusack
COLUMN: Why your OVC mascot may or may not suck
Luke Brewer, Freshman, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘Piece by Piece:’ building a new entry into the documentary/drama genre
Jason Farias, Sophomore, History education
COLUMN: Future educators: get organized
Gunnar Olson, Senior, Journalism.
COLUMN: Boo! Get off the stage!
EDITORIAL: Ranked choice voting is the way to go
EDITORIAL: Ranked choice voting is the way to go
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 70: Joker: Folie à Deux and the Horrible, No Good, One Bad Day
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 69: Rebel Ridge: Every Ridge Has A Plateau
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 68: Whiplash: Aggression vs. Passion
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Panther Playbook Ep.5: Football in a hurricane, The Coles County Clash, EIU teams begin OVC play
The Overton Window: Ep. 6: Under the Radar Races
The Overton Window: Ep. 6: Under the Radar Races
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
Students were given glow sticks at the Glow Foam Party in South Quad on Saturday.
THROUGH THE LENS: Glow Foam Party lights up South Quad
Wednesday mornings, Bob Bennett and Mike Clayton pick the tomatoes they want to take home on at the Charleston farmer's market Wednesday.
THROUGH THE LENS: Fresh produce at the Charleston Farmer’s Market
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Patrick Schmitz Sophomore, Sports media Relations

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Patrick Schmitz is a sophomore sports media relations major and can be reached at 581-2812 or pfschmitz@eiu.edu. He previously served as a sports reporter.

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Charleston sophomore running back Treylin Couch bobble the ball before securing it and running for his fourth touchdown during the third quarter of Charleston’s 45-34 win against Jersey on Sept 13, 2024, in Charleston Illinois.

[Photo] Charleston prepares for must-win game against Taylorville

October 17, 2024
Charleston High senior running back Marcellx Boling rushes the ball just short of the endzone during the first half of the Coles County Clash against Mattoon at O’Brien field on October 4. Charleston lost 20-17.

Takeaways from the Coles County Clash

Patrick Schmitz, Associate Sports Editor
October 8, 2024
Defender Kya Trejo attempts a long pass on Lakeside Field. The Panthers lost 1-0 against the ISU Redbirds Thursday afternoon.

Junior defender shares season goals in Q&A

Patrick Schmitz, Assistant Sports Editor
October 7, 2024
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.

[Photo] Charleston looks to break losing streak against Mount Zion

Bryce Parker, Sports Reporter
October 10, 2024
Charleston high senior defensive back Jayden Sikorski and senior defensive end Mason Redfern drag down Mattoon junior quarterback Shayden Neff during the second half of the Coles County Clash against Mattoon at O’Brien field on October 4th. Charleston lost 20-17.

[Photo] Charleston loses 42-10 at homecoming

October 12, 2024
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.

[Photo] Charleston loses 20-17 in Coles County Clash

October 5, 2024
Avery Richardson, a junior midfielder (19), steals the ball from Little Rock Trojans striker at Lakeside Field Sunday afternoon.

Senior midfielder reflects on her journey

Patrick Schmitz, Associate Sports Editor
September 29, 2024
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.

[Photo] Charleston loses 56-3 against Mahomet-Seymour

September 20, 2024
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
Charleston sophomore running back Treylin Couch bobble the ball before securing it and running for his fourth touchdown during the third quarter of Charleston’s 45-34 win against Jersey on Sept 13, 2024, in Charleston Illinois.

[Photo] Charleston football looks to make history against Mahomet-Seymour

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter
September 19, 2024
Charleston junior defensive back Alex Matheny takes down Jersey senior quarterback Jaxon Brunaugh during the first quarter of Charleston’s 45-34 win against Jersey on Sept13 2024, in Charleston Illinois.

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.

[Photo] Trojans, Greenwave to face off in 12th Coles County Clash

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter
October 3, 2024

Charleston defeats Jersey after four-touchdown performance

Patrick Schmitz, Assistant Sports Editor
September 14, 2024

Through 40 years of coaching: Scott Teeters

Patrick Schmitz, Assistant Sports Editor
September 12, 2024
sophomore wide receiver/defensive back Braxton Hanner talking to head coach Brian Halsey in the first half at Trojan Hill Charleston

[Photo] Trojan football prepares for road matchup against Flaming Hearts

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter
September 26, 2024
Paris high quarterback drew rogers gets sacked in the backfield after trying to scramble away from the Charleston defender at Trojan Hill Charleston

[Photo] Charleston football prepares for Jersey

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter
September 12, 2024
Mens and women swim team doing laps in the Ray Padovan Pool in the Groniger Arena

Kate Germano, a sophomore midfielder (11), dribbles the ball up field towards Little Rock Trojan territory at Lakeside Field Sunday afternoon.

EIU looks to beat NIU for first time in 28 years

Patrick Schmitz, Assistant Sports Editor
September 7, 2024
The press box at Trojan Stadium on September 5th at Charleston High School in Charleston ILL.

[Photo] Charleston High School gets ready for Paris High School

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter
September 5, 2024
Junior defender Kya Trejo makes her first career goal during the Eastern Illinois University Valparaiso University game at Lakeside Field Thursday. EIU won with a 66 min 1-0.

Trejo speaks about first collegiate goal

Patrick Schmitz, Assistant Sports Editor
August 25, 2024
Redshirt sophomore Jay Pearson getting the catch during the scrimmage game, on the O'Brain field on the Eastern Illinios Campus August 20,2024.

[Photo] Running back speaks on position change, injury battle

August 21, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 21: Mike O'Conor

Panther Profiles: Ep. 21: Mike O’Conor

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
July 12, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 20: Bella Marcum

Panther Profiles: Ep. 20: Bella Marcum

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
June 12, 2024
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

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
April 23, 2024
27 slides into home freshman Karson Davey sliding into home plate as she is called safe on Saturday, April 20 2024 vs. Tennessee Tech.

[Photo] Grover, Oslanzi, Archibald win OVC Awards

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
May 8, 2024
Freshman pitcher McKenzie Oslanzi throwing a pitch on April Saturday 20, 2024 against Tennessee Tech University.

[Photo] Panthers of the Week: McKenzie Oslanzi, Joe Stoddard

April 28, 2024
softball

EIU softball loses nine-game winning streak to Tennessee Tech

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
April 21, 2024
Sophomore infielder, Kendall Grover swings and misses the ball during the Eastern Illinois University softball game against Tennessee State.

EIU sweeps Tennessee Tech in double header

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
April 20, 2024
Sophomore Aleyla Wooten bite her lip while hitting the ball over to the other team during the doubles against Southeast Missouri State University Redhawks She also played singles

EIU women’s tennis prepares for OVC tournament

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
April 15, 2024
Senior pitcher Olivia Price, throws during the doubleheader home game Saturday against the Tennessee State University Tigers. The Panthers lost 5-1 against the Tigers.

EIU capitalizes off late score to win series against TSU

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
April 7, 2024
Patrick Schmitz

COLUMN: The hip-drop tackle ban is bad for the NFL

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
April 1, 2024
Patrick Schmitz

COLUMN: March Madness should not be changed

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
March 27, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 19: Sebastian Pares

Panther Profiles: Ep. 19: Sebastian Pares

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
March 13, 2024
Junior guard Miah Monahan looks to pass during Eastern's game against Southern Indiana, at the OVC tournament.

EIU season ends with a loss to USI

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
March 8, 2024
The EIU Womens basketball bench gets excited as the team scores and advances to the next game Thursday.

EIU looks to make OVC championship for first time since 2010

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
March 8, 2024
Junior forward Macy McGlone (33) shoots a floater during the game against Tennessee State at the OVC tournament.

EIU moves on in the OVC tournament despite early shooting woes

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
March 7, 2024
Patrick Schmitz

COLUMN: Court storming should be a thing of the past

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
March 6, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 18: MJ Flowers

Panther Profiles: Ep. 18: MJ Flowers

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
March 6, 2024
Junior guard Miah Monahan dribbles the ball while looking for a pass during the women's basketball game against the Southeast Missouri State University Redhawks Thursday evening at Groniger Arena. Monahan scored 6 points and had 7 assists. The Panthers won 72-52 against the Redhawks.

EIU women’s path to March Madness

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
March 4, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 17: Jesse Garza

Panther Profiles: Ep. 17: Jesse Garza

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
February 28, 2024
Freshman pitcher McKenzie Oslanzi prepares to bat during softball practice at the Lantz Indoor Fieldhouse on the Eastern Illinois University campus Wednesday morning

EIU freshman softball pitcher earns third straight OVC honor

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
February 27, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 16: Drew Jacobs

Panther Profiles: Ep. 16: Drew Jacobs

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
February 21, 2024
Eastern forward, Macy McGlone (33), attempts to jump up and shoot a layup while a Tennessee Tech player attempts to block her shot at the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament Friday afternoon. The Panthers lost 61-66 to the Golden Eagles.

Q&A with Macy McGlone

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
February 20, 2024
Sharna Wilkerson smiles at her husband Chris Wilkerson during an interview in O’Brien Stadium.

The Wilkerson love story: Chris and Sharna

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
February 14, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 15: Peyton Wilkerson

Panther Profiles: Ep. 15: Peyton Wilkerson

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
February 14, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 14: Corey Sawyer Jr.

Panther Profiles: Ep. 14: Corey Sawyer Jr.

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
February 13, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 13: NaKyel Shelton

Panther Profiles: Ep. 13: NaKyel Shelton

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
February 13, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 12: Emily Wilcox

Panther Profiles: Ep. 12: Emily Wilcox

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
February 13, 2024
Junior forward Macy McGlone dribbs and defends against Morehead Thursday 11/2024, In Groniger Arena. The pathers lost 67-69

Panthers wins in 4 OT thriller against Eagles

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
February 10, 2024
Sharna smiles at her husband Chris Wilkerson during an interview in O'brains stadium

Lucas Grindley senior environmental Biology performs at seventh street underground for stand up/talent open night hosted by Lunch Box Voodoo ©Patrick Schmitz

Jordan Gomez, senior psychology major, performs at Seventh Street Underground for stand up/talent open night hosted by lunchbox voodoo

[Photo] Comedians, musicians perform at open mic night 

Drew Coffey, Reporter
February 5, 2024
The Panthers lost their second straight game to the Little Rock Trojans 55-48 Saturday afternoon in Groniger Arena.

Panthers lose conference game to Little Rock

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
February 3, 2024
Jessica Nantes, a senior TV and video production major plays pickleball with her sister and friends and at the outside Lantz Arena tennis courts Tuesday evening.

COLUMN: Pickleball is fun

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
February 3, 2024
Eastern football team celebrates after getting a interception against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

EIU football excited for 2024 season changes

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
January 27, 2024
Junior forward Macy McGlone dribbs and defends against Morehead Thursday 11/2024, In Groniger Arena. The pathers lost 67-69

McGlone scores 30 in OT win

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
January 27, 2024
Redshirt sophomore Lazar Grbovic listening to the coaches instruction during basketball practice in Groniger arena on Eastern Illinois university, Wednesday evening.

Serbia native continues to improve with Panthers

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
January 21, 2024
Head coach, Tara Archibald, speaks to her team between innings during the softball program's first ever NCAA Regional appearance at Sharon J. Drysdale Field on the Northwestern University campus on May 19 in Evanston, Il. The Panthers lost 2-0 to the Wildcats.

EIU softball prepares for 2024 season

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
January 20, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 11: Nic DiSanto

Panther Profiles: Ep. 11: Nic DiSanto

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
January 17, 2024
Lalani Ellis, a freshman guard, dribbles the ball toward the hoop during the women's basketball game against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks at Groniger Arena on Saturday afternoon. Ellis scored 17 points leading the Panthers, had two steals and went 6-6 on field goals.

Eastern overcomes deficit to beat Western Illinois

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
January 13, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 10: Sincere Malone

Panther Profiles: Ep. 10: Sincere Malone

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
January 10, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 9: Zaria Flippin

Panther Profiles: Ep. 9: Zaria Flippin

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
January 3, 2024
Panther Profiles: Ep. 8: Chris Wilkerson (Holiday Special)

Panther Profiles: Ep. 8: Chris Wilkerson (Holiday Special)

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
December 25, 2023
Panther Profiles: Ep. 7: Kate Dean

Panther Profiles: Ep. 7: Kate Dean

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
December 20, 2023
Panther Profiles: Ep. 6: Mark Aitken

Panther Profiles: Ep. 6: Mark Aitken

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
December 13, 2023
The Panthers men's basketball team huddle together before the start of the men's game vs. the Fighting Illini Monday evening.

EIU falls short to Central Arkansas in close game

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
December 10, 2023
Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 5: Blake Ruffin

Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 5: Blake Ruffin

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
December 6, 2023
Eastern forward, Macy McGlone (33), attempts to jump up and shoot a layup while a Tennessee Tech player attempts to block her shot at the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament Friday afternoon. The Panthers lost 61-66 to the Golden Eagles.

McGlone off to a great start in junior season

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
December 1, 2023
Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 4: Anthony Manaves

Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 4: Anthony Manaves

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
November 29, 2023
Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 3: Stone Galloway

Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 3: Stone Galloway

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
November 22, 2023
Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 2: Pierce Holley

Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 2: Pierce Holley

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
November 15, 2023
Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 1: Adam Swanson

Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 1: Adam Swanson

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz
November 8, 2023
Sophomore wide receiver Justin Bowick jr. (1) attempts to catch the football being thrown at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

COLUMN: Why people have such a deep connection with sports

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
November 3, 2023
Players from Eastern’s women’s basketball team watch their teammates play in the Panther’s exhibition game against the Chicago State Cougars. Eastern won the game 86-64 Thursday evening in Lantz Arena.

Takeaways from EIU women’s basketball exhibition win over Chicago State

Zaria Flippin and Patrick Schmitz
November 2, 2023
Goalkeeper Ella Kratochvil performs a goal kick to restart the game. The Panthers lost 1-0 against the ISU Redbirds Thursday afternoon at Lakeside Field.

Women’s soccer earns sixth seeded spot in OVC Tournament

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
October 26, 2023
Freshman forward Alex Tetteh gave the Panthers an additional goal to help the team clinch a spot in the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament. (File)

Panthers look to continue the momentum after Sunday

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
September 26, 2023
Cougar player challenges forward Serra Pizano for the ball at their game at Lakeside field against Chicago State. The Panthers lost 2-1 Sunday afternoon.

Panthers set to play SIUE Cougars after ‘best session all year’

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
September 20, 2023
Forward Maxwell Allen plays vs. Bellarmine Saturday afternoon. The Panthers lost 2-0 at Lakeside Field.

Panthers record second loss of season against Knights

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
September 10, 2023
Sophomore Catalina Rochaix (9) sets the ball in the air during EIU volleyball's game against Valparaiso. The Panthers won 3-2 against the Beacons Friday night in Lantz Arena.

Panthers look to continue domination in next tournament

Patrick Schmitz, Volleyball Reporter
August 29, 2023
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