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The Easterner

The independent, student-run news site of Eastern Washington University.

The Easterner

The independent, student-run news site of Eastern Washington University.

The Easterner

Senior guard Peyton Howard dribbles the ball up the court against Sacramento State on Jan. 11. Against NAU, Howard scored a career-best 30 points.

Northern Arizona outlasts Eastern Washington behind 34-point third quarter

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter February 25, 2025

Northern Arizona and potential conference MVP Sophie Glancey overcame EWU point guard Peyton Howard’s scoring outburst to win 88-77 on Saturday, Feb. 22. Despite Howard’s 30 points, tied for...

Senior guard Jaydia Martin transferred to Sacramento State University this season after playing for Eastern Washington University for three years. She scored 23 points against the Eagles on Jan. 11.

Where are they now? Former Eagle basketball players excel in new teams

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter February 12, 2025

After a change in scenery, multiple players from last year’s men’s and women’s basketball teams are finding success in their new schools. Six players from last year’s men’s team and four...

Sophomore guard Mason Williams attempts a layup over a Northern Arizona defender on Jan. 23. Last week, Williams scored the most points in both of EWU’s games.

EWU basketball sweeps Big Sky Conference games

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter February 11, 2025

For the first time this season, the Eastern Washington University men’s and women’s basketball teams had a perfect 4-0 combined record in their conference games last week. On Thursday, Feb....

EWU mascot Swoop dances with the Eagle cheerleaders during a timeout in Eastern Washington’s game against Northern Arizona on Jan. 23.

Tale of two halves for EWU in loss to Northern Arizona

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter January 27, 2025

After a strong first half of basketball, Eastern Washington’s men’s offense went cold in the second half of their game against Northern Arizona on Jan. 23. The Eagles held a 33-28 lead after the...

Graduate student Rachel Harvey makes a one-handed pass against Sacramento State on Jan. 11.

Eagles fall to the Vandals on the road

By C.J. Luce, Reporter January 25, 2025

Eastern Washington’s Women’s Basketball held a two game winning streak prior to heading to Moscow, but came up short against their conference rival, Idaho, on Jan. 18. Eastern was outscored in the...

EWU graduate student guard Peyton Howard directs the offense while being guarded by Sacramento State sophomore guard Lina Falk on Jan. 12.

Eagles squash Hornets with high scoring second half

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter January 13, 2025

Led by an explosive second half of offense, the Eastern Washington women’s basketball team defeated Sacramento State 89-80 on Saturday, Jan. 12. The Eagles scored 55 points in the final two quarters. Nine...

Guard Nic McClain posts up North Dakota guard Reggie Thomas on Dec. 4.

Eagles net multiple career highs over winter break

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter January 9, 2025

While many Eastern Washington University students went home for winter, the men’s and women’s basketball teams stayed busy. The two teams combined to play nine games during the school’s three-week...

On Dec. 4, sophomore forward Vice Zanki made a 3-pointer against North Dakota to give the Eagles an 85-79 lead with 23 seconds left in the game.

Eagles and Big Sky fall to Summit League for second consecutive year

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter December 8, 2024

Last week, the Eastern Washington University basketball teams played a combined four games during the second annual Big Sky-Summit League Challenge, winning one game and losing three. During the challenge,...

Swoop and the EWU cheerleaders rally from the sidelines during the Nov. 6, 2024 basketball game against Seattle University.

Current and former Eagles battle in Spokane

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter November 27, 2024

The Eastern Washington University men’s basketball team played against four former players and five former coaches in a neutral site game against Washington State on Thursday, Nov. 21. The Cougars won...

#11 Nic McClain throws down a dunk for two of his 28 points against Cal Poly on Nov. 17.

Eagles drop both games of Sunday basketball doubleheader

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter November 21, 2024
The Eastern Washington University women’s and men’s basketball teams failed to capture a win during their doubleheader on Sunday, Nov. 19.
Freshman forward Emmett Marquardt takes a jump shot against Seattle University on Wednesday Nov. 6, 2024.

New-look Eagles split opening week games

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter November 13, 2024
The men’s and women’s basketball teams went 1-1 in the first week of Eastern Washington University basketball.
Eastern Washington University played Montana State University at Roos Field on Saturday, Nov. 2.

Montana State offense overwhelms Eagles

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter November 2, 2024

Eastern Washington failed to slow down No. 2 Montana State’s offense, leading to a 42-28 defeat on Nov. 2. The Bobcats are ranked first in the Big Sky in offensive points per game due largely to their...

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