What is it about a rivalry that is so interesting to the sports fan? Why do rivalries, of which the outcome is usually meaningless in the big picture, matter so much? On Sept. 18 when Eastern battles Western in the game that has been anticipated since the teams squared off last year, the epitome of rivalry will be presented.…

Eastern's volleyball team defeated Marshall University Tuesday night at McBrayer Arena by a score of 3-0 to earn its 700th victory in the history of the program. "EKU has a great volleyball history, and I'm humbled that we could be a part of it," coach Lori Duncan said.…

With preseason practice winding down, the Colonels are ready to get their season under way this weekend when they travel to Boone, N.C., to take on the Mountaineers of Appalachian State. "We're going to have to play well to go down to Boone and pick up a 'W'," head coach Danny Hope said.…

After the season opener in Versailles last weekend, the Colonel cross country team looks ahead to a tough schedule. Last Friday the women's and men's teams both came away with second-place finishes. Louisville won the 5k men's race with a score of 25 points, Eastern finished second with 44 points, and Kentucky drew 63 points.…

Are you looking for something else to do this semester other than study or at least take a break from the books? If so, check out some of the intramural sports here on campus. The department of campus recreation has added many different sports that students can compete in here at Eastern.…