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The Easterner

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

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Sophomore Tamir Hill celebrates with Sophomore Kedrick Johnson after Johnson returned a blocked field goal for a touchdown at the end of the first half. The Eagles scored 13 points on special teams and seven on defense.

All momentum blocked

By Taylor Newquist, Sports Editor December 1, 2018

With the offense stalling and momentum waning at the end of the first half, Nicholls State lined up for a 37-yard field goal to give them a 14-point lead, but junior defensive lineman Dylan Ledbetter had...

Cooper Kupp and Shaq Hill celebrate a touchdown in the 2016 semifinal against Youngstown State. EWU ultimately lost the game when the Penguins scored a last second touchdown.

Playoffs make heroes and heartbreak

By Taylor Newquist, Sports Editor November 28, 2018

There have been 11 playoff games on Roos field since the Eagles won the National Championship in 2010. EWU has won seven of those games, losing three times in the semifinals. This year the Eagles start...

Senior defensive end Jim Townsend celebrates a sack against UC Davis on Nov. 10. Townsend has three sacks this year.

Championship push starts in Cheney

By Taylor Newquist, Sports Editor November 28, 2018

Roos Field is no stranger to playoff football, with 11 postseason games being hosted by EWU since winning the National Championship in 2010. The Eagles have ultimately been disappointed on their home...

David Valdovinos and Brittany Brattin of the cheer club face the crowd at the football game against UC Davis on Nov. 10. Brattin has been a member of the club for three years.

Sparking spirit in the community

By Drew Lawson, Reporter November 28, 2018

Fans cheering on the Eagles at Roos Field or Reese Court are familiar with the cheerleaders’ role in leading the support, but may not know the amount of work that goes into being part of the cheer club. “We’re...

Freshman guard Jessica McDowell-White sizes up a Gonzaga defender on Nov. 11. McDowell-White has made 13 3-pointers this season.

Freshman guard McDowell-White adjusts to life in America

By Drew Lawson, Reporter November 25, 2018

Before coming to EWU from Australia,  Jessica McDowell-White had never been to America before. In the few months she’s been here, she’s taken a liking to cinnamon rolls and hitting 3-pointers for...

Senior forward Jesse Hunt shoots the game tying 3-pointer to send the game into overtime. Hunt scored a career-high 32 points.

Aussie bests the Kangaroos

By Taylor Newquist, Sports Editor November 17, 2018

It took a game tying 3-pointer at the end of regulation and a career-high 32 points from senior forward Jesse Hunt, but EWU got into the win column for the first time this season. The Eagles (1-3) beat...

Senior guard Kapri Morrow shoots a free throw against Eastern Oregon University on Nov. 14. Morrow scored 14 points in the game.

Women’s basketball gets into the win column

By Drew Lawson, Reporter November 14, 2018

Junior forward Uriah Howard led the way for the women’s basketball team, on the way to  earning the team’s first win of the season with a 66-45 victory over Eastern Oregon. Howard scored 16 points,...

Sophomore MaKenna Davis gets up from a dig attempt against Montana State on Nov. 8. Davis led the team in kills, blocks and aces in the match.

Losses keep piling up for EWU volleyball

By Drew Lawson, Reporter November 14, 2018

As injuries mount and losses pile up, it’s clear that this is not the type of first season EWU volleyball head coach Leslie Flores-Cloud might have had in mind. With just two games remaining in the...

Junior running back Tamarick Pierce and senior lineman Beau Byus celebrate a touchdown against UC Davis on Nov. 10. EWU scored six rushing touchdowns in the game.

No doubt about it

By Taylor Newquist, Sports Editor November 14, 2018

Elation, excitement and relief became more visible with each turnover and subsequent score during the second half of EWU’s 59-20 win over UC Davis last Saturday. As the deficit between the teams grew,...

Senior guard Ty Gibson takes a shot against North Dakota last season. Gibson made 61 3-pointers in his junior year.

Old guard among Eagle sharpshooters

By Taylor Newquist, Sports Editor November 14, 2018

Basketball blood Basketball is a part of senior guard Ty Gibson’s family. His mom, Kathy Gibson, was the head coach of the Issaquah High School girls team for 15 years, and his sister is now in her...

Senior forward Zac Mindermann steps onto the ice against Montana Tech on Nov. 9. Mindermann served two tours with the U.S. Marine Corps.

Veterans recognized on the ice

By Drew Lawson, Reporter November 12, 2018

On Veteran’s Day schools and workplaces around the country take pause to recognize those who have served in the military and armed forces, among those being service members are a number of EWU students,...

Sophomore guard Brittany Klaman goes in for a layup against Gonzaga on Sunday. Klaman finished the game with four points.

Eagles fall with fourth quarter woes

By Drew Lawson, Reporter November 11, 2018

Jessica McDowell-White hit four 3-pointers and grabbed nine rebounds in her EWU debut, but it wasn’t enough as the Eagles fell 63-51 in their season opener against Gonzaga. “It’s not where we...

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