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The Daily Eastern News

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

The Daily Eastern News

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

The Daily Eastern News

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

With the Coles County Clash now in the books, Charleston has a lot to look at for the next week. Charleston is now 3-3 with a 0-3 conference record after their 20-17 loss to Mattoon. Charleston has...

Football season starts in the spring.

What EIU takes away from Coles County Clash

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter October 4, 2024

The Coles County Clash, the annual football rivalry between Mattoon and Charleston played at O’Brien Field, is back today at 7 p.m. While this game is a big deal for both high schools, as they...

The Coles County clash trophy on display on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024 in the Charleston High School Library. The winner of the football game between Mattoon and Charleston are presented with the trophy.

The history of the Coles County Clash

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter October 2, 2024

Not many Illinois High School Association football players get to say they played in a college football stadium. After all, that honor is typically reserved for late playoff rounds and the state finals. However,...

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