YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) -- Since taking the reins as head coach of Eastern Michigan University football in 2014, Chris Creighton has transformed the team on the field and laid the foundation for a series of unique and meaningful traditions. Creighton's deep understanding of EMU, Ypsilanti, and Southeast Michigan's blue-collar identity is evident in every aspect of his program. Under his leadership, traditions such as The Wrench, The Factory, and the team's symbolic gray turf have become cornerstones of EMU football, embodying the spirit of resilience, grit, and determination.
Game Day Timeline
The Wrench: A Symbol of Adversity
One of the most visible symbols of EMU football is a 51-pound green-painted pipe wrench that never touches the ground during games.