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Eastern pole vaulters sail in the water

Eastern pole vaulters sail in the water

By Amye Ellsworth, Senior Reporter April 10, 2013

  The pole vaulters at Eastern practice indoors, outdoors and in the swimming pool. The vaulters practice this way using a long pole that extends into the bottom of the pool. One teammate will...

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EWU chases another Corporate Cup

By Amye Ellsworth, Senior Reporter April 10, 2013

    Eastern employees have won the Bloomsday Corporate Cup for the past 15 years, but new rule changes this year could give them a run for their money. Bloomsday, a 7.46 mile...

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Spring football practice

April 6, 2013

Photos by: Aaron Malmoe  

Photo by: Aaron Malmoe

Freshman forward Venky Jois was recently awarded Big Sky Freshman of the Year for his breakout performance for the Eagles this season.

Eagle men return next year with loaded roster

By Josh Friesen, Sports Editor April 5, 2013

  In the face of insurmountable hardships, the Eagle men’s basketball team triumphed through adversity and showcased their resiliency. The 2012-2013 season consisted of the departure of...

Kylie Huerta drives against Montana State in the Big Sky Tournament on March 13.

Eagle women cap off season with playoff run

April 4, 2013

By Peter Sowards SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] A successful season for the Eagles culminated with two hard-fought battles against stubborn opponents in postseason play that required extra time...

Eric Populus goes up for the ball during a lineout against Western Oregon.

Men’s Rugby Playoff Bound

By Kelly Manalo, Staff Writer March 15, 2013

  The Eastern rugby team took on the University of Oregon Ducks March 9 in Eugene, Ore., for placement in the playoffs. The Ducks and Eagles tied with a score of 19-19, and the team now...

Photo by: Aaron Malmoe

Freshman forward Venky Jois was recently awarded Big Sky Freshman of the Year for his breakout performance for the Eagles this season.

Men’s basketball falls just short of postseason

By Josh Friesen, Sports Editor March 14, 2013

  The Eagles just could not muster up enough luck to get into the postseason. It was a week that required both wins by the Eagle men and luck to get into the Big Sky tournament. Things fell...

Athletes pregame rituals prepare them for games

Athletes’ pregame rituals prepare them for games

By Amye Ellsworth, Senior Reporter March 14, 2013

  In order to prepare for competition, some athletes turn to rituals or superstitions that they believe will bring them good luck and keep their minds focused. Both women’s basketball center...

Eagle men lose season finale, finish ninth in Big Sky

Eagle men lose season finale, finish ninth in Big Sky

By Josh Friesen, Sports Editor March 10, 2013

  The Eagles just could not muster up enough luck to get into the postseason. It was a week that required both wins by the Eagle men and luck to get into the Big Sky tournament. Things fell...

Ojeda carries Eagles on Senior Night

Ojeda carries Eagles on Senior Night

March 9, 2013

By Peter Sowards SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] Senior Carrie Ojeda made sure Senior Night went as planned for the Eagles. Ojeda scored a career-high 27 points and pulled in 12 rebounds in...

Jeffrey Forbes defends against Sam Houston.

Forbes cements legacy at Eastern

By Kelly Manalo, Staff Writer March 8, 2013

    Jeffrey Forbes holds the record for career starts, sixth in career steals, third in 3-pointers made, second in 3-pointer attempts and is the 16th Eagle in history to surpass...

Mens tennis turns corner after weekend loss

Men’s tennis turns corner after weekend loss

By Josh Friesen, Sports Editor March 7, 2013

  In a season defined by close matches and tough losses, the Eagle men enjoyed their first Big Sky Conference win of the season against Northern Colorado on March 2, 5-2, after falling to Montana...

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