Eastern Illinois University Athletics

Riley McInerney from men's cross country and Molly Hawkins from women's soccer have been named the Back To Health EIU student-athletes of the week.

McInerney placed second in the Illinois State cross country meet on Friday as the Panthers placed second as a team in a competitive field.  McInerney covered the 8K course in a time of 24:41.7 which was less than three seconds behind the race winner.  The time ranks as the 22nd fastest in school history. 

Hawkins continued her offensive output contributing in both EIU goals on Friday against Bowling Green.  Hawkins had an assist on the first EIU tally by Kathleen MacKinnon.  She then found the back of the net for her fifth goal of the season in the second half.  Hawkins currently leads the OVC in both goals (5) and points (12).