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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

EWU junior Saige Lyons fights for the ball against Weber State on Oct. 3. The Eagles lost 1-0.

Eagles fall to Weber State, face uphill battle to make postseason

By Jeremy Burnham, Managing Editor October 13, 2018

It’s an all too familiar story for the EWU soccer team. They outshoot an opponent, control the ball for much of the match, but are still unable to win. Friday, the Eagles (1-4-1, 5-7-3) outshot Weber...

EWU freshman forward Mitch Hunt fires a shot against Oregon on Oct. 6. The Eagles and Ducks each won a game of the weekend double header.

Eagles and Ducks Fly Even, Ruffle Feathers in Weekend Series Split

By Drew Lawson, Reporter October 7, 2018

In the first Pac-8 Conference home series of the season, EWU and the University of Oregon split a two-game series. The Eagles (5-1, 3-1) were victorious 3-2 on Friday and the Ducks (2-2, 1-1) won by that...

The EWU volleyball team awaits a serve from Sacramento State on Oct. 6. The Eagles lost the match 3-0.

EWU Volleyball falls in straight sets again

By Jeremy Burnham, Managing Editor October 7, 2018

The EWU volleyball team continued its rough season on Saturday with a 0-3 loss to Sacramento State (22-25, 14-25, 11-25). EWU is now 0-5 in Big Sky Conference play, and has been swept in four of those...

EWU sophomore QB Eric Barriere drops back to pass against Southern Utah University on Oct. 6. The Eagles beat the Thunderbirds 55-17.

Barriere leads Eagles over Thunderbirds

By Taylor Newquist, Sports Editor October 6, 2018

The EWU offense did not skip a beat without starting quarterback Gage Gubrud suited up for the game against Southern Utah today, totalling 648 yards of offense. Eric Barriere assumed the starting role...

Allison Raniere (facing the camera) celebrates with Jenny Chavez after the two seniors connected on a goal. The goal ended a scoring drought of 262 minutes for the Eagles | Mckenzie Ford for The Easterner

EWU soccer edges Portland State to even BSC record

By Jeremy Burnham, Managing Editor September 23, 2018

After going 262 minutes without a goal, the EWU soccer team scored three times in 15 minutes in a 3-2 Big Sky Conference victory against Portland State today. “It’s about time,” EWU head coach...

EWU RB Sam McPherson finds some room against Cal Poly on Sept. 22. McPherson  finished with 84 yards and two touchdowns | Bailey Monteith for The Easterner

Eagles tame Mustangs to open Big Sky play

By Taylor Newquist, Sports Editor September 22, 2018

The EWU defense took the wind out of Cal Poly’s sails early in the game, scoring two fumble return touchdowns in the first half, from defensive back Cole Karstetter and defensive end Jim Townsend. “Those...

EWU soccer drops BSC opener

EWU soccer drops BSC opener

By Jeremy Burnham, Managing Editor September 21, 2018

In soccer you can outplay your opponent on both ends of the field, but if you can’t get the ball in the net, you can still lose. The EWU soccer team opened Big Sky Conference play against Sacramento...

Eagles trounce Vandals in hockey opener

Eagles trounce Vandals in hockey opener

By Drew Lawson, Contributor September 21, 2018

It didn’t take long for the EWU Men’s Hockey team to make a statement as new members of the Pac-8 Conference. The Eagles started their season strong Friday, routing the rival Idaho Vandals 11-2 in...

Sophomore midfielder Sariah Keister during EWU soccer's 0-0 tie against South Dakota State on Sunday. With the draw, the Eagles end their non-conference slate with a record of 4-3-2.

Eagles continue to struggle in front of goal

By Jeremy Burnham, Managing Editor September 16, 2018

A lack of goals continues to haunt the EWU soccer team. The Eagles wrapped up non-conference play today with a 0-0 tie against South Dakota State, and will take a 4-3-2 record into conference play next...

EWU RB Tamarick Pierce finds some open space during EWU's 59-24 loss to Washington State on Sept. 15 | Bailey Monteith for The Easterner

Eagles claw, but can’t dig out of first half hole

By Taylor Newquist, Sports Editor September 15, 2018

The EWU football team was unable to re-create the special upset victory it had in Pullman just two years ago. Tonight, WSU led the entire game, resulting in a 59-24 loss for the Eagles. The Eagles...

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No. 6 EWU look to spoil No. 18 NAU’s home opener

By Taylor Newquist, Sports Editor September 6, 2018

The Eagles continue their non-conference schedule with a trip to Flagstaff, Arizona, for a top 25 matchup against fellow Big Sky foe Northern Arizona this Saturday. The Lumberjacks are fresh off of a 30-10...

The EWU colors fly before the football season opener against Central Washington University on Sept. 1. EWU beat CWU 58-13 | Jeremy Burnham for The Easterner

Nsimba roars past the Wildcat defense

By Taylor Newquist, Sports Editor September 1, 2018

A 50-yard touchdown pass from Gage Gubrud to Nsimba Webster opened the Eagles’ 2018 season, and Webster was not done yet. He racked in ten receptions for 212 yards and two touchdowns, and Gubrud would...

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