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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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Zaria Flippin, senior, sports media relations

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor

Zaria Flippin is a senior sports media relations major and can be reached at 581-2812 or zhflippin@eiu.edu.

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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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 20, 2024
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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 16, 2024
Freshman Forward Alex Tetteh dribbles the soccerball pass MoreHead St. defenders at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

Panthers of the Week: Alex Tetteh, Abby Reinl

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 13, 2024
Panthers of the Week: Abby Reinl, Quenton Rogers

Panthers of the Week: Abby Reinl, Quenton Rogers

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 6, 2024
The EIU football team switches players in between plays in the football game against the Lindenwood Lion's Saturday afternoon at O'Brien Field. The Panthers lost 28-25.

EIU football to play homecoming game against nationally-ranked SEMO

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 4, 2024
Eastern Illinois’ volleyball team huddles up before playing in the fifth set against Southern Indiana Thursday evening in Groniger Arena. The Panthers lost to the Screaming Eagles 3-2.

EIU volleyball loses close match against Southern Indiana

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 3, 2024
Tight ends coach Cole Hoover practices blocking players during football practice drills at O'Brien Field Wednesday afternoon.

Tight end coach talks about history with EIU program

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 3, 2024
Panthers of the Week: Abby Reinl, Ella Kratochvil

Panthers of the Week: Abby Reinl, Ella Kratochvil

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 29, 2024
Head Football Coach, Chris Wilkerson waits with the football team to run on the hancock field before the Illinois State University, vs Eastern Illinois University

Lindenwood upsets Eastern football in comeback victory

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 28, 2024
Graduate quarterback Pierce Holley throws the ball forward during football practice at O'Brien Field Wednesday afternoon.

Panthers prepare for first conference game at home

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 27, 2024
EIU football starts conference play against two worthy opponents

EIU football starts conference play against two worthy opponents

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 24, 2024
Senior Sylvia Hasz (23), talks with the rest of her team during a timeout at their game against Valparaiso.

Panthers of the Week: Kaelin Drakeford, Sylvia Hasz

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 22, 2024
Sophomore offensive lineman Drew Wilder props the ball up during football practice drills at O'Brien Field Wednesday afternoon.

Panthers prepare to defend Mid-American Classic trophy against Redbirds

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 19, 2024
Tre'Jon Lewis, a junior defensive line practices with blocking dummy at O'Brien Field on Wednesday afternoon.

Panthers of the Week: Tre’Jon Lewis, Ashlyn Hoover

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 15, 2024
Graduate quarterback Pierce Holley gets tackled by two Northwestern defenders. The Panthers lost to the Wildcats 31-7 Saturday evening at the Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium in Evanston, Illinois.

EIU football faces second loss after shaky second half

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 14, 2024
Running back shares favorite memory with EIU in Q&A

Running back shares favorite memory with EIU in Q&A

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 14, 2024

Wilkerson hopes for growth against Northwestern

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 13, 2024
Zaria Flippin, senior, sports media relations

COLUMN: It’s ok to not be ok

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 10, 2024
Redshirt freshman running back MJ Flowers (20) walks off the field at the end of the game after scoring four touchdowns which helped the panthers win over Tennessee State Tigers saturday afternoon.

‘Pinkies up’ with the EIU wide receivers

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 9, 2024
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 Week: Kaitlyn Flynn, Cooper Willman

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 8, 2024
Wide receiver, senior, Cooper Willman catches the ball during the third quarter before getting push out of bounds at the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Indiana State Sycamores, at the O'Brien Field on Saturday night

EIU football records three interceptions, wins home opener

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 7, 2024
Junior outside hitter Kaitlyn Flynn, attempts to spike the ball over the net but is blocked by the Marquette University Golden Eagles. The Panthers were swept 3-0 for the first time this season. Flynn had seven kills and points.

Outside hitter speaks on EIU volleyball program in Q&A

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 3, 2024
Freshman Joe Stoddard (117) runs at the 2023 EIU Walt Crawford open.

Panthers of the Week: Joe Stoddard, Alex Tetteh

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 1, 2024
EIU assistant coach Andrew Strobel directs players after the the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign score a touchdown during the team's season opener at Memorial Stadium Thursday night. The Panthers were shut out 45-0 against the Fighting Illini.

EIU football takeaways by the numbers

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 1, 2024
Eastern Illinois University’s volleyball team huddle in a circle after losing to the Marquette Golden Eagles 3-0 in Groniger Arena Friday evening on August 30, 2024.

Marquette volleyball sweeps Eastern in NCAA rematch

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
August 30, 2024
Eastern Football Team runs out of their tunnel against Bryant University Bulldogs at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

Season three of ‘The Wilkerson Era’

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
August 27, 2024
Defender Kya Trejo attempts a long pass on Lakeside Field. The Panthers lost 1-0 against the ISU Redbirds Thursday afternoon.

Panthers of the Week: Kya Trejo, Jackson Liley

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
August 25, 2024
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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
August 24, 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.

Running back speaks on position change, injury battle

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
August 21, 2024
Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback, stiff arms a Bryant University Bulldogs defender at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

Holley, Panthers receive preseason recognition

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
July 18, 2024
Football season starts in the spring.

Football defensive captains speak on offseason

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
June 21, 2024
Pierce Holley, a junior quarter back practice throwing the ball at O'Brien Field wednesday afternoon.

Holley speaks on summer training in Q&A

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
June 14, 2024
Matt Bollant yelling at the referee during the women basketball game against UT Martin thursday night in Groniger Arena

Bollant leaves EIU basketball program

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
May 20, 2024
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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
May 8, 2024
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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
May 5, 2024
Freshman pitcher McKenzie Oslanzi throwing a pitch on April Saturday 20, 2024 against Tennessee Tech University.

Panthers of the Week: McKenzie Oslanzi, Joe Stoddard

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 28, 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.

Panthers of the Year: MJ Flowers, Macy McGlone, Sara Thomas

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 24, 2024
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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 23, 2024
Vice Chairperson for Eastern's board of trustees Christopher Hicks, speaks during the board of trustees meeting Friday afternoon in the Grand Ballroom.

Board of trustees removes out-of-state tuition for US residents

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 22, 2024
Senior Addison Brown getting ready to serve in doubles against Southeast Missouri State University Redhawks the Atkins Tennis Center.

Panthers of the Week: Addison Brown, Adam Swanson

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 21, 2024
Sophomore forward Sincere Malone (5) attempts a contested layup by freshman guard Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn (2) during the Panther's first men's basketball game of the season. The Panthers lost 52-80 to the Fighting Illini Monday night.

Malone, Gibson enter transfer portal

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 16, 2024
The indoor track in the Lantz Indoor Fieldhouse.

Panthers of the Week: Mackenzie Aldridge, Richie Jacobo

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 15, 2024
Junior guard Miah Monahan dribbling before losing the ball during Eastern's game against Southern Indiana at the OVC tournament.

Monahan, Bengtson, Thornton enter transfer portal

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 10, 2024
Sophomore defensive line transfer student Christian Takatch practices his defensive tap steps during Thursday at O'Brien Field.

Takatch speaks on transferring decision in Q&A

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 9, 2024
Men's Baseball senior catcher Grant Lashure catches the ball during the game against Bellarmine at Coaches Stadium on March 12, 2024,

Panthers of the Week: Grant Lashure, Addison Brown

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 7, 2024
Infield redshirt senior Robby Taul slides to home base incomplete during the men's baseball game against Bellarmine University at Coaches Stadium on March 12, 2024.

Infielder talks reasoning for playing at EIU in Q&A

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 6, 2024
Redshirt junior linebacker, Jesse Garza, getting interviewed. Football is back for the 2024 spring season.

Panther linebacker walks with God

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
April 3, 2024
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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
March 31, 2024
Russell Dandy, a fifth year defensive back, lines up against a McNeese St cowboys wide receiver at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

EIU All-American prepares for NFL Draft

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
March 30, 2024
Tennis ball by the nets at the Darling Courts Wednesday afternoon

Panthers of the Week: Cameron Slabbert, Jemma Booth

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
March 24, 2024
Softball practice Lantz Indoor Fieldhouse, preparing for softball season to start the first game is Feb 23, 2024

Panthers of the Week: Dylan Drumke, McKenzie Oslanzi

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
March 17, 2024
Eastern women's basketball head coach Matt Bollant directs players during Eastern's game against Southern Indiana at the OVC Tournament.

Panthers’ run in OVC Tournament examined

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
March 11, 2024
Men's basketball players are distressed over the game against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville on Wednesday night, March 8, 2024 at the Ford Center in Evansville, Indiana. The Panthers lost 68-57 against the SIUE Cougars.

Panthers’ exit in OVC Tournament explained

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
March 11, 2024
Bats from softball practice in Lantz Indoor Fieldhouse.

Panthers of the Week: McKenzie Oslanzi, Cole Gober

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
March 10, 2024
Eastern guard, Miah Monahan (3), dribbles up the paint towards the basket at the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament Friday afternoon. The Panthers lost 61-66 to the Golden Eagles.

McGlone, Booker, Monahan named All-OVC players

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
March 5, 2024
Freshman forward Isaiah Griffin looks for a pass while being pressured by Monmouth College junior guard Jordan Hill during Eastern's home opener on Wednesday evening at Lantz Arena. Griffin scored five points, had two rebounds and was 2-6 on field goals.

Isaiah Griffin plays first season after post-high school training

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
March 4, 2024
The Panthers men's basketball team huddle together before the start of the men's game vs. the Fighting Illini Monday evening.

EIU men’s path to March Madness

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
March 4, 2024
Men's basketball senior guard, Tiger Booker, attempts to shoot a basket over two defenders during the basketball game against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Tuesday evening, Feb 27, 2024, at Groniger Arena. The Panthers won 84-79. Panthers won 84-79 against the SIUE Cougars

Panthers of the Week: Tiger Booker, Olivia Price

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
March 3, 2024
Mark Aitken (2) congratulates his teammate NiJhay Burt (34) on his interception at the EIU vs. Indiana State game Thursday night.

EIU football teammates share controversial opinions in Q&A

Zaria Flippin and Payton Liggins
February 28, 2024
Men's basketball senior guard Tiger Booker attempts to shot a basket during the basketball game against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Tuesday evening, Feb 27, 2024 at Groniger Arena The Panthers won 84-79.

There’s a Tiger on the loose

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
February 28, 2024
Adam Swanson, a cross country fifth year student stretches and jogs before running a mile at Eastern Illinois Campus Pond Saturday afternoon

Panthers of the Week: Adam Swanson, McKenzie Oslanzi

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
February 25, 2024
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COLUMN: Football is for the girls too

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
February 25, 2024
Redshirt sophomore forward Kooper Jacobi puts the ball up in the paint during the Panther's first men's basketball game of the season against the Fighting Illini in the State Farm Center Monday night. Jacobi led the Panthers by scoring 10 points and rebounding 11 shots.

Kooper Jacobi speaks on religion in Q&A

Zaria Flippin and Payton Liggins
February 21, 2024
Fifth year forward Jermaine Hamlin, slam dunks second half of the basketball game. Southeast Missouri State University RedHawks in grongier arena Thu Feb 15, 2024 Panthers won 72-57 on Eastern Illinois University, Charleston Ill

Road trip to Tennessee crucial for EIU basketball standings

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
February 19, 2024
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.

Panthers of the Weeks: Taylor Iverson, Kyndall Davis

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
February 18, 2024
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.

Panthers blow out Redhawks in conference win

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
February 16, 2024
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COLUMN: Voss water is the best water brand

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
February 13, 2024
Panthers of the Week: Macy McGlone and Kyndall Davis

Panthers of the Week: Macy McGlone, Kyndall Davis

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
February 11, 2024
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COLUMN: Women in sports media are also women in sports

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
February 7, 2024
Junior guard Corey Sawyer Jr. (1) dribbles past a University of Tennessee Martin defender. The Panthers lost to the Skyhawks 76-59 Thursday evening in Groniger Arena.

Q&A with Corey Sawyer Jr.

Zaria Flippin and Chloe Proffitt
February 5, 2024
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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
February 4, 2024
Eastern’s junior guard Corey Sawyer Jr. shoots a contested layup over University of Tennessee-Martin’s junior forward David Kamwanga. The Panthers lost to the Skyhawks 76-59 Thursday evening in Groniger Arena.

EIU loses third straight conference game

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
February 3, 2024
Junior guard/forward Kyndall Davis (10) and senior guard Tiger Booker (11) share a court together four years later after their time at Bogan High School.

Goodie boys reunite at EIU

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 29, 2024
Panthers of the Week: Macy McGlone, Isai Morales

Panthers of the Week: Macy McGlone, Isai Morales

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 28, 2024
Tigers’ senior guard Kinyon Hodges defends Panthers’ junior guard Nakyel Shelton. Eastern lost to Tennessee State 64-60 in Groniger Arena on Jan. 27, 2024.

Former Panther secures conference win for Tigers

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 27, 2024
The men's basketball team won their home opener 91-45 against the Monmouth College Fighting Scots Wednesday evening Nov. 8, 2023 at Lantz Arena.

Panthers of the Week: NaKyel Shelton, Macy McGlone

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 21, 2024
Fifth year running back Juwon Farri runs the ball into McNeese St cowboys defenders at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

Panthers’ running back Farri declares for NFL Draft

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 15, 2024
Sophomore forward Kooper Jacobi scores a point against Morehead State Thursday evening in Groniger Arena.

Men’s basketball loses two straight conference games

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 14, 2024
Junior guard Kyndall Davis makes the first dunk of the night against Morehead State Thursday in Groniger Arena

Panthers of the Week: Kyndall Davis, Lalani Ellis

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 14, 2024
Senior Guard Jordan Booker jumpshot against Morehead State Thursday 11, 2024 evening in Groniger Arena

Men’s basketball loses thriller OVC game

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 13, 2024
Staff profile for Zaria.

COLUMN: Coaches should not be allowed to stand on the court

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 12, 2024
Junior guard Kyndall Davis makes the first dunk of the night against Morehead State Thursday in Groniger Arena

Men’s basketball faces second conference loss

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 12, 2024
Junior pitcher Olivia Price (6), starts her pitch to St. Louis University junior infielder Jocelyn Abbott (20) on Wednesday evening.

Athletes to watch in the winter

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 10, 2024
Panthers of the Week: Jordan “Tiger” Booker and Macy McGlone

Panther of the Break: Jordan Booker, Macy McGlone

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
January 9, 2024
Russell Dandy, a fifth year senior defensive back lines up against UT Martin wide receiver at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

Dandy named Walter Camp All-American

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
December 31, 2023
Giovana Larregui López spikes the ball over the net barely avoiding the Marquette Golden Eagles' defense. Larregui Lopez led the Panthers for 10 kills and points.

Larregui López named All-American Honorable Mention

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
December 16, 2023
MJ Flowers, a redshirt freshman running back (20), catches the ball during practice at O‘Brien Field wednesday evening.

Flowers, DiSanto named All-Americans

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
December 16, 2023
Safety Blake Ruffin (4) throws up his hand in excitement after successfully tackling a Sycamore player. The Panthers won 27-0 against the Sycamores Thursday night.

Ruffin named FCS All-American

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
December 13, 2023
Panthers of the Week: Corey Sawyer Jr. and Macy McGlone

Panthers of the Week: Corey Sawyer Jr., Macy McGlone

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
December 10, 2023
Senior libero/defensive specialist Christina Martinez Mundo smiles while Head Coach Sara Thomas speaks on each of the senior's skills and impact on the team during the press conference.

Martinez Mundo announces departure from EIU

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
December 8, 2023
Senior outside hitter Giovana Larregui Lopez hits the ball over the net for the Panthers against their game vs. Valparaiso. The Panthers won 3-2 against the Beacons Friday night in Lantz Arena.

Panthers of the Semester: MJ Flowers, Giovana Larregui López, Sara Thomas

Zaria Flippin and Luther Yoder
December 4, 2023
Senior libero/defensive specialist Christina Martinez Mundo smiles while Head Coach Sara Thomas speaks on each of the senior's skills and impact on the team during the press conference.

Panthers of the Week: Jordan Booker, Christina Martinez Mundo

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
December 3, 2023
Head Volleyball Coach Sara Thomas speaks to each of her senior's impact on her and the team for this season during the after-game press conference for their first NCAA tournament appearance since 2001. Thomas said she will sad to see some players who have been with her since she started coaching at Eastern leave this year.

EIU eliminated from NCAA tournament

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
November 30, 2023
The EIU volleyball team celebrate their 3-2 win at their home game against the Valparaiso Beacons Friday night in Lantz Arena.

NCAA Tournament preview: EIU versus Marquette

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
November 29, 2023
Redshirt freshman running back MJ Flowers (20) walks off the field at the end of the game after scoring four touchdowns which helped the panthers win over Tennessee State Tigers saturday afternoon.

Flowers named Freshman All-American

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
November 28, 2023
Head Coach Sara Thomas, instructs volleyball players during practice on Wednesday afternoon at Lantz Arena. The team will play in the EIU Panther Classic against University of Louisiana Monroe, Akron University and Valparaiso University.

Panthers of the Week: Chris Wilkerson, Sara Thomas

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
November 26, 2023
Eastern Football Team runs out of their tunnel against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
November 26, 2023
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