It’s the end of another routine practice for the EMU disc golf team when Jesse Longenecker turns to his teammates, a disc in hand and a smile on his face. ... read more about EMU’s Jesse Longenecker crowned national champion of college disc golf
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EMU’s new pickleball courts a smash hit
Local groups, donors team up to revitalize outdoor space As temperatures climb back into the 70s, word has spread about the six new pickleball courts on EMU’s campus. Athletic Director ... read more about EMU’s new pickleball courts a smash hit
EMU grad guides Paralympians in Paris
Philip Watson Jr. ’16 says his experiences at EMU sparked a passion for service—a passion that continues to this day. The Philadelphia native recently returned from the 2024 Summer Paralympics ... read more about EMU grad guides Paralympians in Paris
‘Pitch’ perfect
Lacrosse goalie, coach share special connection As goalkeeper for the Royals lacrosse team, Cristal Narciso has to be quick on her feet. The rising senior operates like a football quarterback, ... read more about ‘Pitch’ perfect
Tales from the turf
EMU’s field hockey coaches, players share stories and successes through the years When Eastern Mennonite University built a turf field in 1989, it became the first school in the Old ... read more about Tales from the turf
EMU recognizes athletes of the year
EMU Athletics recently held its annual year-end awards ceremony to celebrate its student-athletes and their accomplishments over the past academic year. The ceremony recognized the recipients of the Royals Freshman ... read more about EMU recognizes athletes of the year
In choosing EMU, Ygarza sisters share a friendship of on-court memories and off-court successes
In the semi-finals of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) basketball tournament, junior Alicia Ygarza and her teammates had an extra special fan in the stands among friends and family. ... read more about In choosing EMU, Ygarza sisters share a friendship of on-court memories and off-court successes
EMU fans pack the house – The Runnin’ Royals take on Randolph-Macon
Over 1,000 fans packed Yoder Arena to watch the No. 3 team Eastern Mennonite University play the No. 7 team Randolph-Macon. In the end, Randolph-Macon upset EMU by a score ... read more about EMU fans pack the house – The Runnin’ Royals take on Randolph-Macon
EMU Lady Royals Basketball Highlights
Members of the Lady Royals talk about their experience at EMU and on the basketball team. Highlights of the Bridgewater/EMU game are also featured. ... read more about EMU Lady Royals Basketball Highlights