Jonathon Eigenmann
Sports Reporter/MMJ
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Jonathon was born in Ohio but raised in Concord, North Carolina for 10+ years. He is the oldest out of 4 children in his family. Jonathon is a fall 2021 graduate of North Carolina State University graduating Magna Cum Laude and a Sports/MMJ at WAGM. While at NC State, he was a Public Affairs Content Creator for WKNC Radio and a Staff Writer for Technician. His favorite sports teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Cavaliers, and NC State and Ohio State for college sports. Hobbies include video games, sports, Netflix, hanging out with friends and family and sleeping in. Feel free to shout out to him if you see him around town.
Education
Updated: 8 hours ago
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
the University of Maine at Presque Isle Baseball team is determined to turn things around after slow start to 2023 campaign.
Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 9:42 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Fort Kent Outdoor Center brought together some of the top skiers from four states for the U16 Championships
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 8:55 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Student athletes from the 17 member high schools of the Aroostook League were recognized for their accomplishments at the 14th annual Scholar/Athlete Banquet.
Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 7:35 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Last year the Owls had a disappointing season and Jonathon Eigenmann tells us the team is ready to turn last years disappointment into a bid for a playoff spot this season
Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 2:41 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The USA Football Community has awarded their first member of the month to Aroostook County's Stuart Wyckoff, and while he is flattered to receive the honor, he says it reflects more on the program that helps bring the love of football to the county.
Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 11:56 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The SAHS boys and Girls basketball teams defended their titles Monday Night in Bangor. Both games were rematches of last year's state championship contests.
Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 7:30 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Wildcats advanced to the next round with a 7-3 win over Old Town Orono.
Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 7:13 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Junior Jocelyn Parlin and Sophomore Grace Jean of Caribou captured individual state titles in the all-girls wrestling championships
Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 6:24 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Northern Regional Championships were handed out on Saturday in Bangor.
Updated: Feb. 16, 2023 at 7:44 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The 2023 Class B Alpine State Championships will be stopping at Big Rock Mountain for the Giant Slalom. Not only does it allow county racers to stay close to home but it's also important for the community
Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 10:17 AM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Central Aroostook Cheerleaders, a team of 7, took to the big stage in Augusta and came away with the state championship, beating out Bangor Christian by 4 points.
Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 2:38 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Fort Fairfield Tigers Might not have started the season off the way they wanted, but they are hitting their stride now. Their shots are starting to fall, and the defense has been smothering.
Updated: Feb. 13, 2023 at 4:20 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Presque Isle Wildcats girls basketball team had some ups and downs on the basketball court this season.they are now turning their attention toward the playoffs
Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 9:41 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Undefeated and Near the top of class d puts the wisdom lady pioneers in good position once again to make a run.
Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 6:44 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Central Aroostook Girls Basketball Team has flown under the radar, quietly putting together a great season.
Updated: Jan. 28, 2023 at 12:04 AM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
A very busy and exciting night of sports extra with lots of games and highlights
Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 2:51 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Washburn Lady Beavers Entered this season with a changing of the guard as Crystal Hobbs Took over for Ron Ericson as head coach. With the team still fairly green, Coach Hobbs hopes to build up their confidence and develop their skills on the court.
Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 10:37 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Caribou Vikings Boys' Basketball Team picked up right where they left off at the end of last season. They are taking the momentum they gained late in the year and are already putting together some great wins this season.
Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 9:43 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Easton Bears boys basketball team came out of the gate strong this season, winning 9 out of their first 10 games of the year.
Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 10:05 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Young and Hungry, It might sound cliché to say but that's who the caribou Vikings girls' basketball team is. While this label will be on the team throughout the rest of the season, They are striving to get Caribou back on the map.
Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 3:00 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Cervical health is important, as undetected cervical cancer can be fatal. In addition to the tradition pap smear, there is now additional testing options, as well as a vaccine. Here's Jonathon Eigenmann with this weeks Medical Monday.
Updated: Jan. 10, 2023 at 9:59 AM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Fort Kent Warriors boys' basketball team is once again around the top of the standings in The Class C North. With the loss of Mr. Basketball Semifinalist Austin Delisle to Graduation, The Warriors will lean on their senior leadership and turn to a new focus as they battle for a chance at the gold ball. Jonathon Eigenmann has the stoy.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 8:18 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Hodgdon Hawks Girls Basketball Team will once again be one of the favorites in Class C. Taking in all the experience from those games in Bangor and having another year of experience on the court. They feel the team is ready to make a bigger statement this season.
Updated: Dec. 17, 2022 at 12:07 AM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
a very slow night in high school sports
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 10:45 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Madawaska Owls are transitioning to basketball where they hope to carry over the success of the soccer season. Jonathon Eigenmann has the story
Updated: Dec. 12, 2022 at 9:33 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Most people are familiar with technology, though it can certainly create some challenges,especially for some older people. On this week's Medical Monday Jonathon Eigenmann explains how technology can help older residents when navigating their health.
Updated: Dec. 7, 2022 at 10:13 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The University of Maine at Fort Kent Women's Basketball Team headed into the new season under new leadership and a later start then most. Newssource 8s Jonathon Eigenmann has the story.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 7:18 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The University of Maine at Presque Isle Women's Basketball Team is 3-2 on the season. And with many new faces on the roster, they will try to continue trending upward despite a rough early schedule.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 1:45 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Winter sports are underway all throughout the county and another was added today, as it was the skiers turns to grab their skis and gear and hit the trails.
Updated: Nov. 22, 2022 at 7:22 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The University of Maine at Presque Isle Mens Basketball Team Started off the 2022 campaign Slowly and will look to recreate the success they had going for them at the end of last season. Newssource 8s Jonathon Eigenmann has the story.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 7:42 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The UMFK Men's and Women's Soccer Teams have brought back two USCAA National Championships to Fort Kent
Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 7:04 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The UMFK Men's Basketball team is coming into the 2022-23 season with new players and a refreshed mindset
Updated: Nov. 7, 2022 at 7:12 PM EST
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
November is National Diabetes Month. According to the CDC, Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. With diabetes, your body doesn't make enough insulin or can't use it as well as it should. Newssource 8s Jonathon Eigenmann has more
Updated: Nov. 4, 2022 at 7:49 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Aroostook Huskies will play the Washington Academy Raiders in the Maine Independent league championship game on Saturday
Updated: Oct. 24, 2022 at 7:05 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Children love having books read to them, youngsters in Madawaska had a treat on Saturday morning.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2022 at 6:35 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
If you love Halloween and enjoy a good scare ,you will enjoy one of Aroostook County's longest running. haunted hayrides . Newssource 8s Jonathon Eigenmann travelled to Linneus and has all the ghoulish details.
Updated: Oct. 19, 2022 at 3:24 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Houlton/ghca Boys and Girls soccer teams donned a different color in support of cancer awareness month Monday
Updated: Oct. 14, 2022 at 9:50 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
This year marks the 100th Anniversary of Fire Prevention Week. This year's campaign is 'Fire Won't Wait, Plan your escape'. Newssource 8s Jonathon Eigenmann has more.
Updated: Oct. 7, 2022 at 2:42 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
For the past few nights, The Fort Kent Boys and Girls soccer teams have been wearing a new color in support of a good cause
Updated: Sep. 22, 2022 at 7:02 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Hodgdon and East Grand Formed a Cooperative Boys Soccer Team this year in order to bolster numbers and In total, 6 East Grand Players came over to the Hawks roster. while the team is adjusting, The collaboration itself has gone very well.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2022 at 9:25 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
This year, the UMFK Bengals are looking to once again be a top team in the USCAA
Updated: Sep. 20, 2022 at 8:33 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The Bengal's went 12-14 last year, winning and losing a few straight at times. They made it all the way to the USCAA National tournament but only won 1 of 4 matches.
Updated: Sep. 12, 2022 at 10:17 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Over the weekend, The Aroostook Savings & Loan Feed The County 150 , a local charity event to raise money for the Catholic Charities Maine Food Bank which supplies food to all of the food pantries in Aroostook County was held
Updated: Sep. 9, 2022 at 1:27 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The UMPI Women's Volleyball team is looking to rebound from their first tournament of the season and turn this season into a great one for this program
Updated: Sep. 7, 2022 at 9:52 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Coach Gavin Kane and his team are excited for how this UMPI Mens Golf team can fare this fall.
Updated: Sep. 6, 2022 at 10:10 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The UMPI Women's Soccer Team had a successful opening weekend with a tie and a win. The Owls will play their home opener this weekend as they look to build on last years successful second half of the season
Updated: Sep. 6, 2022 at 5:48 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Hillary Griffin, a Presque Isle high school graduate and former player of the grasshoppers soccer team and the snowdogs basketball team had her numbers retired September 1st before the game between the Aroostook Grasshoppers and the Presque Isle Wildcats Girls Varsity Team.
Updated: Sep. 5, 2022 at 7:19 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
After a three year in person break due to covid, the annual Aroostook Savings and Loan Viking Run was held at the caribou high school track
Updated: Sep. 2, 2022 at 10:11 AM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
Soccer is well underway in much of the county, including at the college level, and The UMPI Owls Mens Soccer team is looking forward to turning some heads in the North Atlantic Conference this season.
Updated: Aug. 31, 2022 at 7:09 PM EDT
|By Jonathon Eigenmann
The reigning Northern Class C Regional champion Fort Kent Warriors Boys soccer team is looking to go all the way again this year, get another crack at the State championship this year after losing last year to Waynflete.