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Season 8 – Episode 21: From Fairways to Fast Ice, Eagles Chase Championships and Olympic Dreams
Published on 2/16/2026
Published on 2/16/2026
Season 8, Episode 21 centers on two in-depth conversations that highlight preparation and possibility across Eastern Michigan athletics. Men's golf coach Andy Walker details how winter training, national rankings and a deep roster have positioned his team for a MAC title push, stressing that "Golf is an outdoor sport" while embracing indoor work to refine "process and mentality and breathing." He points to leaders like Charlie Box, who "wants to tear your guts out," and a healthier lineup as key pieces in a postseason chase where "MAC determines postseason for us this year." The episode then shifts to former track star Jasmine Jones, who reflects on her foundation at EMU and her path to the 2026 Winter Olympics in bobsled. "It's definitely created this foundation that I needed," Jones says of her Eastern career, recounting the moment she heard her name called for Olympic selection while "sitting on pins and needles." From rebuilding confidence after her first World Cup win to balancing motherhood and elite sport, Jones shares a story grounded in belief, closing with a message that defines the episode's tone: "As long as you believe it and you can strive to do it, then go do it."
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Head Coach Chris Creighton sits down with Greg Steiner to break down the close MAC win over Akron and look ahead to Homecoming against Toledo. Key takeaways include praise for in-game defensive adjustments, a breakout performance from receiver Joshua Long, a punt block that proved critical, and Rudy Kessinger's game-winning field goal. Creighton also previews a Toledo program he calls 'really good' and speaks to the excitement of welcoming back the 2016 Bahamas Bowl team for the reunion.
Published on 10/15/2026
New EMU men's basketball head coach Billy Donlon speaks with Greg Steiner in a wide-ranging preview interview covering his transition to Ypsilanti, his program-building philosophy, roster evaluation, and the upcoming schedule. Donlon emphasizes toughness, selflessness, and love of the game as program pillars, highlights several players showing early promise, and sets a goal of selling out the George Gervin GameAbove Center for the first time in men's basketball.
Published on 10/9/2026
Greg Steiner sits down with head coach Chris Creighton to recap Eastern Michigan's road win at previously undefeated UMass and look ahead to the MAC game at Akron. Creighton praised the team's resolve on a lengthy opening drive, highlighted the secondary — specifically Caleb Dobbins — and expressed genuine respect for Akron's coaching staff and third-string quarterback. The through-line of the conversation is Creighton's insistence on a one-game-at-a-time mindset as the Eagles try to go 3-0 in MAC play.
Published on 10/8/2026
Coach Chris Creighton joins Greg Steiner to break down a workmanlike win over Lindenwood — highlighting defensive efficiency, offensive rhythm, and a career day from Benson Prosper — before turning attention to an undefeated UMass team that EMU will face on the road. Creighton praises UMass's quarterback and their turnover margin while emphasizing ball awareness as the key to winning the takeaway battle.
Published on 10/2/2026