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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 men’s basketball set expectations high for season

By Fetlew Gebreziabher, Staff Writer October 19, 2014

The EWU men’s basketball practices are underway and the expectations this year are above the rim. “Win the Big Sky and go to March Madness” are the expectations for the 2014-2015 EWU men’s basketball...

Football team prevails after losing starters

By Samuel Deal, Sports Editor October 17, 2014

The Eastern Eagles used a balanced offensive attack to help first-time starter Jordan West earn a win over Southern Utah University, 43-20. West threw for 288 yards and three touchdowns, but it was...

Lady Eagles lose to Vandals in soccer match

By Elohino Theodore, Senior Reporter October 16, 2014

The EWU soccer team came back home after a conference road trip to face the University of Idaho on Oct. 12 where they, fell 1-0. Head coach Chad Bodnar said Eastern was not able to get the victory...

Eagles defeat Hornets, lose to Vikings

By Elohino Theodore, Senior Reporter October 16, 2014

The EWU volleyball team competed on the road against California State University, Sacramento, and Portland State University on Oct. 9 and 11. The Eagles faced Sacramento State to start their Big...

Puck drop ceremony at the EWU Pink in the Rink hockey game Oct. 10

Hockey and cancer take center ice

By Samuel Deal, Sports Editor October 16, 2014

Eastern men’s varsity hockey team played their annual Pink in the Rink game Oct. 10 against the University of Victoria’s Vikes. The festivities included players wearing pink laces, using pink athletic...

The volleyball team celebrates after they score a point during the game against Idaho.

Eagles fall at home

By Fetlew Gebreziabher, Online Sports Editor October 12, 2014

The Eastern women’s volleyball team fell short to Southern Utah University and University of Idaho during their two-game home stand at Reese Court on Oct. 2 and Oct. 3. After being down 2-1 in sets...

Campus Rec encourages student involvement

By Mike Hantho, Staff Writer October 11, 2014

Eastern Washington’s Campus Recreation Department offers many clubs and sports, with a number of upcoming events for students to participate in. Campus REC has engaged in a new awareness campaign...

Cooper Kupp on Oct. 4 playing against Idaho State University.

All eyes on the Kupp

By Fetlew Gebreziabher, Online Sports Editor October 10, 2014

After having a record-breaking freshman season, redshirt sophomore Cooper Kupp, the 2013 Big Sky Conference Freshmen of the Year, is not fully satisfied. Kupp, a Yakima, Washington native, believes...

Vernon Adams Jr., quarterback for EWU, mindfully prepares a throw during the August 23 game against Sam Houston State University.

West looks to lead in Adams absence

By Samuel Deal, Sports Editor October 9, 2014

The Eagles will look to move past Southern Utah Thunderbirds without record setting quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. Adams broke two bones in his right foot during the first half of the game against Idaho...

Eastern moves to 2-0 in the Big Sky Conference

Eastern moves to 2-0 in the Big Sky Conference

By Samuel Deal, Sports Editor October 9, 2014

In an up-and-down game, the Eagles were able to leave Roos Field with a victory over Idaho State University, 56-53. “I tip my hat to Idaho State for what they did. They have come a long way, and they...

Men’s tennis have strong performances in Boise, Idaho

By Elohino Theodore, Senior Reporter October 8, 2014

The EWU men’s tennis team traveled to Boise, Idaho to compete in the Boise State Invitational on Oct. 3-5. Redshirt junior Eduardo Martinez described the team’s experience in Boise as highly competitive. “A...

Sophomore Sarah Reiter honored by Big Sky

By Elohino Theodore, Senior Reporter October 8, 2014

For the first time in her collegiate career, sophomore cross-country student-athlete Sarah Reiter was honored with the Big Sky Conference athlete of the week on Sept. 23. Reiter was recognized...

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