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Kent State University

Kent State University
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Mission Statement

The mission of Kent State University is to discover, create, apply and share knowledge, as well as to foster ethical and humanitarian values in the service of Ohio and the global community. As an eight-campus educational system, Kent State offers a broad array of academic programs to engage students in diverse learning environments that educate them to think critically and to expand their intellectual horizons while attaining the knowledge and skills necessary for responsible citizenship and productive careers.

Vision

Kent State University will change lives by encouraging outstanding teaching and innovative learning opportunities, by cultivating excellence in all we do, and by seeking greater access and affordability for our students. Kent State shall expand its dynamic leadership through recognized scholarship and path-breaking research, through increased levels of external support leading to new discoveries and economic development, and through partnerships with other institutions and organizations in the pursuit of academic excellence. To further these common goals, faculty, staff and students, as well as our alumni and community supporters, shall serve as collaborative partners in advancing Kent State's status as a model for 21st-century public higher education.


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Kent State Travels to Take on Toledo Rockets

TOLEDO, Ohio – Kent State Men's Basketball begins their second multigame MAC road trip of the season on Tuesday when they play the University of Toledo. Tipoff between the Golden Flashes (11-6) and Rockets (10-7) is scheduled for 7:00…

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Men’s Golf Adds Witte Leuenhagen to Signing Class

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State men's golf team announced on Monday the addition of Christoffer Witte Leuenhagen to their 2025 signing class. The Esbjerg, Denmark native joins Liam Curtis as signees who are set to begin their freshman seasons…

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Malanda Breaks Men’s Triple Jump Record in Indoor Track & Field Opener

KENT, Ohio – Senior Alexandre Malanda broke the Kent State men's triple jump record on Saturday as the team opened the indoor season hosting the Jud Logan Memorial at the Kent State Field House. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Fall Short on Senior Night

Kent, OH- The Golden Flashes fell to SIUE 18-16 on Friday night in the MAC Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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RedHawks Pull Away from Golden Flashes

KENT – The Kent State Men's Basketball team fell against the RedHawks of Miami University on Saturday afternoon by a final score of 70-61. Four Flashes scored double-digits including Cian Medley despite the setback. Read more at Kent…

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Golden Flashes Run Away from Broncos in Annual “We Back Pat” Game

KENT, Ohio — Kent State got back in the win column by beating Western Michigan, 80-50, in a Mid-American Conference women's basketball contest on Saturday afternoon at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Prepares for “We Back Pat” Game as Part of Saturday Doubleheader

Kent State looks to begin a new win streak on Saturday as Western Michigan visits the M.A.C. Center for a Mid-American Conference women's basketball matchup. The contest has been designated as the "We Back Pat" game and will tip at 1…

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Flashes to Host Weekend Clash with First-Place Miami (OH)

KENT – Kent State Men's Basketball continues their Mid-American Conference slate on Saturday, Jan. 18 against Miami University. Tipoff between the Golden Flashes (11-5) and RedHawks (12-3) is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. in the M.A.C. Center.…

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Kent State to Host Jud Logan Memorial on Saturday for Indoor Season Opener

The Kent State track and field program will begin the indoor season by hosting the Jud Logan Memorial on Saturday at the Kent State Field House. Admission for the meet will be free. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fly the Flag, Defeat West Virginia

MORGANTOWN, W. Va. – The Kent State gymnastics team hit the road for the first time this season on Thursday night with a dual-meet competition against West Virginia in WVU Coliseum. The Golden Flashes improved to 3-0 on the young season, as…

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Wrestling Hosts SIUE For Senior Night

Kent, OH- The Golden Flashes will host the SIUE Cougars at 7 PM on Friday, January 17 in the MAC Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Places 12 on Football Academic All-MAC List

CLEVELAND — The Kent State football program had 12 players earn Academic All-MAC honors, as the Mid-American Conference recognized student-athletes who excelled both in competition and in the classroom during the 2024 season. Read more at…

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Dunn Posts Second Straight Double-Double in Setback to First-Place Cardinals

KENT, Ohio — Senior Bridget Dunn totaled 13 points and 15 rebounds for her fourth double-double of the season to lead Kent State in a 66-57 setback against first-place Ball State on Wednesday evening at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes Prep for First Road Test at West Virginia

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State gymnastics team is set for their second meet of the 2025 season as the Flashes hit the road for the first time to take on West Virginia in Morgantown. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Sullinger Scores Career High in Loss to Western Michigan

KENT – The Kent State Men's Basketball team fell at home to the Broncos of Western Michigan University on Tuesday night by a final score of 94-83. Jalen Sullinger scored a KSU career high 32 points despite the loss. Read more at Kent…

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Women’s Hoops to Host First-Place Ball State for Anticipated MAC Battle on Wednesday

The Kent State women's basketball team returns to the M.A.C. Center on Wednesday, Jan. 15 for a key Mid-American Conference matchup with first-place Ball State that is scheduled to tip at 7 p.m. The first 500 fans will receive a "Everyone…

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Guns Wins MAC Specialist of the Week

CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Mid-American Conference announced on Tuesday that Kent State senior Alyssa Guns has won the MAC specialist of the week award. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes to Host Western Michigan on Tuesday Night

KENT – Kent State Men's Basketball continues their early Mid-American Conference slate on Tuesday, Jan. 14 at home against Western Michigan University. Tipoff between the Golden Flashes (11-4) and Broncos (3-12) is set for 7:00 p.m. in…

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February 8 MAC-SBC Challenge Matchups Announced

CLEVELAND – Kent State's matchups for the second round of the 2024-25 MAC-SBC Challenge, which will be played on Saturday, Feb. 8, were announced on Monday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Baseball Unveils 2025 Schedule

KENT- The Kent State baseball team has announced its schedule for the upcoming 2025 campaign. The team is slated to play 54 games, highlighted by 30 Mid-American Conference games and 26 games at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State…

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Schaffer Places 4th, Leads Flashes at F&M Open

Lancaster, PA- Blake Schaffer led the Flashes with a 4th finish at the Franklin and Marshall Open. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Posts First MAC Road Win with Record-Tying Shooting Performance

ATHENS, Ohio — Kent State matched the program record with 16 three-point field goals during a 79-64 victory over host Ohio on Saturday afternoon for its first road win during Mid-American Conference play. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Open Season With Tri-Meet Victory

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State gymnastics team opened its 2025 campaign on Friday at the MAC Center with a tri-meet victory over Fisk and Wilberforce. The Flashes opened the season with an all-around team score of 193.775 to best scores of 189.075 by…

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Flashes Best Buffalo with Surging Second Half Scoring

BUFFALO – The Kent State Men's Basketball team earned their second straight Mid-American Conference win on Friday night by a final score of 68-49 over the Bulls of the University at Buffalo. VonCameron Davis and Jalen Sullinger dropped…

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Women’s Basketball Heads to Ohio on Saturday

Kent State looks to bounce back from its first Mid-American Conference loss of the season when it takes the court against host Ohio on Saturday, Jan. 10 at 3:30 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Wrestling Ready for F&M Open

Kent, OH- The Golden Flashes will travel to Lancaster, PA this week to compete in the Franklin & Marshall Open. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Prepares to Battle Buffalo on National Television

BUFFALO – Kent State Men's Basketball continues their early Mid-American Conference slate on Friday, Jan. 10 on the road against the University at Buffalo. Tipoff between the Golden Flashes (10-4) and Bulls (5-9) is set for 6:00 p.m. on…

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Flashes Set to Open Competitive Season Against Fisk and Wilberforce

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team opens its 2025 campaign on Friday night at 7 p.m., welcoming Fisk and Wilberforce to the MAC Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Batsch Named MAC Scholar-Athlete of the Week

CLEVELAND – Kent State senior Jenna Batsch has been selected as Mid-American Conference Female Scholar-Athlete of the Week for competition from Dec. 30-Jan. 5, the conference office announced on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Drop First MAC Contest at Toledo, 70-59

TOLEDO, Ohio — Kent State dropped its first Mid-American Conference game of the season, 70-59, to host Toledo on Wednesday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Post a Pair of Double-Doubles in Win over NIU

DeKalb – The Kent State Men's Basketball team picked up their first Mid-American Conference win of the 2024-2025 season on Tuesday night dominating the Huskies of Northern Illinois University by a final score of 68-50. Two Golden Flashes…

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Flashes Travel to Toledo for First MAC Road Contest

The Kent State women's basketball team will play its first road contest during Mid-American Conference play at Toledo on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Volleyball Places Five on Academic All-MAC Team

CLEVELAND — The Kent State volleyball program had five student-athletes earn Academic All-MAC honors, as the Mid-American Conference recognized a total of 83 student-athletes for their accomplishments this past season. Read more at Kent State…

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Kent State Continues Early MAC Schedule at Northern Illinois

DEKALB, Ill. – Kent State Men's Basketball continues their early Mid-American Conference slate on Tuesday, Jan. 7 at Northern Illinois. Tipoff between the Golden Flashes and Huskies is set for 7:00 p.m. eastern time. Most recently Kent…

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Flashes Remove Bulls From Nation’s Remaining Unbeatens

KENT, Ohio — Senior Jenna Batsch scored a season-high 23 points and classmate Bridget Dunn posted a double-double to lead Kent State in an 82-73 victory over previously-unbeaten Buffalo on Sunday at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State…

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Sumlin Scores Season High in Loss to Ball State

KENT – The Golden Flashes dropped their Mid-American Conference opener against Ball State on Saturday afternoon by a final score of 75-67. Three different Flashes scored double-digits with Jamal Sumlin racking up a season high 12 points. Read…

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Kent State Hosts Unbeaten Buffalo Sunday for CBS Sports Network Matchup

In a rematch of the 2024 Mid-American Conference Tournament championship game, Kent State and undefeated Buffalo will play on the national stage at the M.A.C. Center in a battle scheduled for 2 p.m. on CBS Sports Network. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Fall to Purdue

Kent, OH – The Kent State wrestlers were defeated 31-10 in the MAC Center on Friday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes to Open Conference Play at Home Against Ball State

KENT – Kent State Men's Basketball posted a 9-3 record in non-conference play. The Golden Flashes now prepare to start their Mid-American Conference schedule against the Ball State University Cardinals on Saturday, Jan. 4 at 2:00 p.m.…

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Flashes Picked Second in MAC Preseason Poll; Fuertez, Rudnitskaya Named Gymnasts to Watch

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Following a regular season conference championship in 2024, the Kent State gymnastics team was picked to finish second in the Mid-American Conference's upcoming season by the league's seven head coaches on Friday. …

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Wrestling Set to Open 2025 with Purdue

Kent, OH- The Golden Flashes will host the Purdue Boilermakers at 6 PM on Friday January 3 in the MAC Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Balanced Flashes Beat Falcons in MAC Women’s Hoops Opener

KENT, Ohio — Seven different players contributed nine or more points on Wednesday afternoon, as Kent State beat Bowling Green, 81-71, in the Mid-American Conference opener. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Women’s Hoops Opens New Year, #MACtion Wednesday Against BG

Kent State will celebrate the start of 2025 by hosting Bowling Green in the Mid-American Conference opener on Wednesday, Jan. 1 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Bekelja Scores Career High in Victory over Heidelberg

KENT – The Kent State Golden Flashes improved to 9-3 closing out conference play with an 84-80 win over Heidelberg University on Sunday afternoon. Three Flashes scored double-digits as KSU rallied late to put the game away. Mike Bakelja scored…

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Kent State Runs Away from John Carroll in Non-Conference Finale

KENT, Ohio — Kent State scored at least 20 points in each period and closed the non-conference portion of the schedule with a 97-59 victory over John Carroll on Sunday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State to Close Out 2024 at Home Against Heidelberg

KENT – Kent State Men's Basketball prepares to close out the year 2024 against Heidelberg University inside the M.A.C. Center on Sunday, Dec 29 at 3:30 p.m. The game is the second of a Kent State hoops doubleheader following women's…

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Women’s Basketball Hosts John Carroll to Open Sunday Doubleheader

The Kent State women's basketball team returns to action at the M.A.C. Center on Sunday against John Carroll. Tip is scheduled for 1 p.m. and fans are encouraged to remain in the arena to watch the men's basketball game against Heidelberg…

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Davis Surpasses 1,000 Career Points as Flashes Fall to #6 Alabama

Tuscaloosa, Ala. – The Kent State Men's Basketball team fell to #6 Aalbama on Sunday afternoon by a final score of 81-54. VonCameron Davis achieved the career milestone of 1,000 points during the game. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Athletics Posts Record-Setting Semester in the Classroom

KENT, Ohio – Kent State Athletics student-athletes recorded the highest term grade-point average (GPA) in department history with an impressive 3.392 mark during the Fall 2024 semester. Additionally, the Golden Flashes' cumulative 3.371…

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Golden Flashes to Face #6 Alabama for the First Time Since 2002 NCAA Tournament

Tuscaloosa, Ala. – The Kent State Men's Basketball team has started their season 8-2 for the first time since the 2019-2020 season. Most recently the blue and gold posted an 82-57 win over Mercyhurst on Dec. 15 in which four different…

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Flashes Come Up Short Against NIU

Kent, OH – Kent State fell 23-19 to Northern Illinois on Thursday in the Field House. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Coppin State in Overtime

BALTIMORE — Kent State rallied from a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter to force overtime before falling in overtime to host Coppin State, 67-61, on Thursday evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Cross Country Places 11 on Academic All-MAC Teams

CLEVELAND — The Kent State cross country program had 11 student-athletes named to the 2024 Academic All-Mid-American Conference Teams, the conference office announced Thursday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Wrestling to Close 2024 at Home

Kent, OH- The Golden Flashes will host the Northern Illinois Huskies on Thursday at 2PM in the Kent State Field House. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Back on the Road at Coppin State on Thursday

Kent State seeks its second straight true road victory on Thursday with tip against Coppin State scheduled for 5 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Pair of Double-Doubles Lead the Way in School Field Trip Day Victory

KENT, Ohio. — Senior Jenna Batsch and freshman Meghan Murray recorded double-doubles as Kent State defeated Virginia University of Lynchburg, 103-41, during Monday's annual School Field Trip Day presented by Ohio's 529 College…

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Flashes Fall in Quad

Kent, OH – The Kent State wrestlers went 0-3 in the Kent State Quad on Saturday in the Kent State Field House. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Four Flashes Drop Double-Digits as Kent State Defeats Mercyhurst 82-57

KENT – The Kent State Men's Basketball team scored 46 second half points on Sunday evening as they downed the visiting Lakers of Mercyhurst University 82-57. Marquis Barnett racked up a season and Kent State career high of 15 points. …

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Kent State Hosts Virginia University of Lynchburg Tuesday for Annual Field Trip Game

The Kent State women's basketball team returns to action at the M.A.C. Center against Virginia University of Lynchburg on Monday at 11 a.m. for the annual School Field Trip Day presented by Ohio's 529 College Advantage. More than 1,000…

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Wrestling Ready to Host Quad

Kent, OH.- The Golden Flashes will host the Buffalo Bulls, Rutgers Scarlet Knights, and the Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs on Saturday at 12pm in the Kent State Field House Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Welcomes Mercyhurst for Sunday Matinée Matchup

KENT – The non-conference slate rolls on for the Kent State Men's Basketball team (7-2) on Sunday, Dec. 15 at 5:00 p.m. against the Mercyhurst University Lakers. Following a 76-57 win over Portland on Dec. 6, the Flashes are looking to…

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The Golden Flashes Club Enhances Game Day Experience with Alumni-Owned BlazeBite Mobile Ordering

KENT, Ohio — For the past three Kent State men's basketball seasons, The Golden Flashes Club has provided first-class treatment to the courtside ticket holders with BlazeBite, a cutting-edge mobile ordering platform designed to…

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Simmerman and Roth Lead Flashes at Cleveland State

Cleveland, OH.– Brentan Simmerman and Nathan Roth lead the Kent State wrestlers on Saturday with top 6 finishes at the Cleveland State Open. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open Season, Showcase Skills at Blue-Gold Meet

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team opened the 2024-2025 season on Sunday with the team's annual Blue-Gold intra-squad meet at the MAC Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics Set to Open 2024-25 Season with Blue-Gold Meet

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team is slated to begin the 2024-25 season with the program's annual Blue-Gold meet at the MAC Center. The meet is set for Sunday, December 8 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Sullinger Surpasses 1,000 Career Points as Flashes Down Portland 76-57

KENT – The Kent State Men's Basketball team bested the Pilots of the University of Portland on Friday night by a final score of 76-57. Five different Flashes scored double-digits in the balanced team win. Read more at Kent State…

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Lacrosse Announces 2025 Schedule

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's lacrosse has announced its schedule for the 2025 season. The Golden Flashes schedule features 17 games and eight home contests set to be contested at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Beat Niagara for First Road Victory

NIAGARA UNIVERSITY, N.Y. — The Kent State women's basketball team defeated Niagara, 89-73, on Thursday afternoon for its first true road victory of the season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Seven Flashes Named Women’s Soccer Academic All-MAC

CLEVELAND- The Kent State soccer team had seven student-athletes represented in the Academic All-MAC Team for the 2024 season, the Mid-American Conference announced Thursday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes to Host Portland Pilots

KENT – The Kent State Men's Basketball team returns home to the M.A.C. Center to host the University of Portland Pilots on Friday night at 7:00 p.m. This following a 2-1 showing at the Western Slam in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. The…

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Trio of Golden Flashes Named to All-MAC Teams

CLEVELAND — Three Kent State student-athletes have received All-MAC honors, as the Mid-American Conference announced the All-MAC Teams & Specialty Award selections for the 2024 football season on Thursday morning. Read more at Kent State…

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Match with Lake Erie Canceled

KENT- Tonight's match between the Kent State Golden Flashes and the Lake Erie Storm has been canceled, due to inclement weather. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Wrestling Set to Face Off Against Lake Erie College

KENT- The Golden Flashes will host the Lake Erie Storm on Thursday at 7 pm in the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Ink 19 on National Signing Day

KENT- The Kent State Golden Flashes, led by head coach Kenni Burns have signed 19 players during the 2024 signing period, officially kicking off year three of the Kent GRIT era. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Twelve Flashes Earn Academic All-MAC Honors

CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Mid-American Conference announced selections for the 2024 field hockey Academic All-MAC Team on Wednesday, with 12 flashes earning the honor. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball Visits Niagara on Thursday Afternoon

The Kent State women's basketball team returns to action on Thursday with a 3 p.m. contest at Niagara. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Starkey Inks Talented Class of 2025 Trio

KENT, Ohio — Women's basketball head coach Todd Starkey recently signed a trio from the 2025 high school class. Anna Campanelli, Caitlyn Holmes and Rylee Kalocay will join Kent State's roster for the 2025-26 season. Read more at…

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Kent State Closes Out Western Slam With 67-60 Win Over Kennesaw State

LETHBRIDGE, Alberta – The Kent State Men's Basketball team concluded play in the Western Slam multi-team event on Saturday evening defeating Kennesaw State 67-60. Four Flashes racked up double-digits in the ballgame. Read more at Kent…

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Gillespie and Sumlin Score Season Highs in Loss to UC Irvine

LETHBRIDGE, Alberta – The Kent State Men's Basketball team dropped their second game of the 2024 Western Slam on Friday evening to UC Irvine by a final score of 51-39. Jamal Sumlin tallied a season and KSU career high in scoring, and…

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Kent State Drops Puerto Rico Clasico Finale to Colorado State

BAYAMÓN, Puerto Rico — Kent State lost to Colorado State, 60-54, in its second and final game of the Puerto Rico Clasico on Friday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Push Past Towson to Open the Western Slam

LETHBRIDGE, Alberta – The Golden Flashes Men's Basketball team opened play in the Western Slam on Thanksgiving night downing the Towson Tigers by 65-54 final score. Three different Flashes racked up double-digits as Kent State kept the…

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Flashes Use Big First Quarter to Beat Brown, 74-51

BAYAMÓN, Puerto Rico — Kent State led by 14 at the end of the first quarter during a 74-51 wire-to-wire victory over Brown in its opening game of the Puerto Rico Clasico on Thursday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes to Face a Trio of Opponents in the Western Slam

LETHBRIDGE, Alberta – The Kent State Men's Basketball team traveled to Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada on Tuesday Nov. 26 and is in preparation for the Western Slam multi-team event. The Flashes will take on Towson University on Thursday,…

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Rivals Unite to Fight Hunger

KENT, Ohio — Kent State student-athletes recently teamed with peers from cross-town rival Akron for a good cause. Through a Mid-American Conference (MAC) initiative inspired Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Falls to UB in Season Finale

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Kent State lost to Buffalo, 43-7, in the final game of the season Tuesday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Babbitt Named MAC Women’s Basketball Co-Player of the Week

CLEVELAND – Kent State sophomore Mya Babbitt has been named Mid-American Conference Player of the Week, the league office announced Tuesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Athletics and The Blue and Gold Collective Announce Partnership to Elevate Student-Athlete NIL Opportunities

KENT – Kent State University Athletics is excited to announce an innovative and essential partnership with The Blue and Gold Collective, a Kent-based initiative focused on enhancing Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities for Golden…

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Women’s Basketball Heads to Puerto Rico Clasico

The Kent State women's basketball team travels to San Juan for Thanksgiving weekend and will play a pair of games as part of the Puerto Rico Clasico. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Athletics Continues GSR Success

INDIANAPOLIS – Kent State Athletics posted high marks on the latest Graduation Success Rate (GSR) report, as the NCAA recently released data for the 2017-18 cohort. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State to Close 2024 Season at Buffalo

BUFFALO, N.Y. – The Kent State Golden Flashes are set to take on the University at Buffalo Bulls on Tuesday evening to close out the 2024 season. Kick-off is set for 7:00 p.m. and will air on ESPN+. Fans can also tune into the Kent State Radio…

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Meiszner Wins Title at Navy Classic

Annapolis, MD.– Billy Meiszner led the Golden Flashes with a first-place finish at the 2024 Navy Classic. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Hornbeak Tallies Double-Double as Flashes Vanquish Vikings

CLEVELAND – The Kent State Golden Flashes defeated regional rival Cleveland State University on Saturday night by a final score of 68-52. Senior forward Cli'Ron Hornbeak recorded his second career double-double in the win over the…

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Kent State Tops Xavier for Second Straight 20-Point Victory

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team recorded its second 20-point victory of the week at the M.A.C. Center on Saturday afternoon, defeating Xavier, 89-69. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Baidy Ba Closes Cross Country Career at NCAA Championships

MADISON, Wis. — Kent State senior Baidy Ba closed his cross country career by placing 138th at the NCAA Championships on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head East for Navy Classic

KENT- Kent State will head east this weekend to Annapolis, Maryland for the Navy Classic Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Back in Action Against Xavier on Saturday

Kent State hosts Xavier for a 1 p.m. tip on Saturday at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Travels North to Take on Cleveland State Vikings

CLEVELAND, Ohio– The Kent State Men's Basketball team is in preparation to take on the Cleveland State University Vikings on Saturday, Nov. 23. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at the Wolstein Center. Read more at Kent State University…

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Ba to Represent Kent State at NCAA Cross Country Championships for Third Straight Year

Kent State senior Baidy Ba looks for a strong finish to his cross country career at the 2024 NCAA Division I Championships, which will take place on Saturday, Nov. 23 at the Thomas Zimmer Championship Cross Country Course in Madison, Wisconsin. …

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Kent State Announces 2024 Varsity K Hall of Fame Class

KENT, Ohio — Kent State has announced the eight-member 2024 Varsity K Athletics Hall of Fame class, which will be honored as part of the 45th induction ceremony on Feb. 1, 2025. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Outlast Niagara in Thursday Night Thriller

KENT – The Golden Flashes Men's Basketball team bested the Niagara University Purple Eagles on Thursday evening by a final score of 76-73. VonCameron Davis and Morgan Safford traded the roster scoring lead with key buckets down the…

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Gray Leads Flashes to Victory in Season Debut

KENT, Ohio — Junior Dionna Gray had a career-high 20 points in her first action of the 2024-25 campaign as Kent State beat Duquesne, 81-61, Wednesday night at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes to Welcome Niagara for Final Home Game in November

KENT– The Kent State Men's Basketball team is set to welcome Niagara University on Thursday, Nov. 21. Tipoff against the Purple Eagles is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. inside the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Six Flashes Earn CSC Academic All-District Honors

KENT, Ohio- The College Sports Communicators (CSC) released its Academic All-District list on Tuesday and Kent State was well-represented, with six members of the women's soccer team earning recognition for their both academically and…

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Explosive Plays Not Enough for Kent State Against Rival Akron

KENT — Kent State dropped a 38-17 decision to rival Akron on Tuesday night as part of midweek #MACtion at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Return to M.A.C. Center Wednesday to Host Duquesne

Kent State welcomes Duquesne on Wednesday night at 7 p.m. for the first of two women's basketball games this week at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Inks Eight During Early Signing Period

Kent State softball head coach Jessica O'Donnell announced the additions of Miley Anderson, Ciara Camacho, Meadow Ferri, Tayler Likens, Riley Miller, Gabby Quinn, Caleigh Shaulis, and Alex Trevena to the program during the early signing period.…

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Kent State Looks to Reclaim Victory in Wagon Wheel Rivalry

KENT - The Golden Flashes will look to reclaim the Wagon Wheel as they face the rival Akron Zips at Dix Stadium on Tuesday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Wrestling Falls to Bellarmine

Louisville, KY. – The Golden Flashes fell to the Bellarmine Knights in Sunday's dual by a score of 25-14. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Wrestling Travels South to Take on Bellarmine

KENT- The Golden Flashes will hit the road this weekend and travel south to take on the Bellarmine Knights. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Late Shots Won’t Fall in Loss to Elon

ELON, N.C. — Kent State missed shots on three consecutive possessions in the final minute before knocking down a three-pointer at the buzzer in a 66-63 loss to host Elon on Saturday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Volleyball Closes Season on Senior Day

KENT, Ohio – Kent State recognized its senior class Saturday evening following a 3-1 (10-25, 25-16, 19-25, 12-25) loss to Toledo. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Rockets to Open Final Volleyball Weekend

KENT, Ohio – Kent State lost to visiting Toledo, 3-0 (23-25, 17-25, 22-25), at the M.A.C. Center on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Hoops Back in Action Saturday at Elon

The Kent State women's basketball team will finish its first road trip of the season Saturday night against Elon. Tip from the Schar Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ba Advances to NCAA Championships with Historic Performance at Great Lakes Regional Meet

NORTON, Ohio — For the third year in a row, senior Baidy Ba broke the Kent State men's 10k record and qualified for the national meet with a personal-best performance at the NCAA Great Lakes Regional Championships on Friday afternoon. …

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Men’s Golf Announces First Signing of 2025 Class

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State men's golf team has announced the signing of Liam Curtis as part of the 2025 freshman class. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Falls to No. 13 NC State

RALEIGH, N.C. — Despite only having nine players in uniform Thursday night at Reynolds Coliseum, Kent State trailed by just 12 entering the fourth quarter in a 79-51 setback to No. 13 NC State. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Cross Country Teams Ready for NCAA Great Lakes Regional Meet

Kent State will make the short trip to Silver Creek Metro Park in Norton to compete at the 2024 NCAA Great Lakes Cross Country Regional Championships on Friday, Nov. 15. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Strike First in Loss to First-Place RedHawks

OXFORD, Ohio — Kent State lost to first-place Miami, 34-7, in a midweek #MACtion matchup on Wednesday night at Yager Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Davis and Sullinger Score Season Highs in Loss to #5 Auburn

AUBURN, Ala. – The Kent State Men's Basketball team dropped a hard-fought road contest on Wednesday evening against fifth ranked Auburn University. The Golden Flashes kept the pressure on in the second have with VonCameron Davis and Jalen…

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No. 13 NC State Next Challenge for Flashes Women’s Hoops

Kent State women's basketball begins its first road trip of the season against 13th-ranked NC State on Thursday at 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Golf Announces First Signing of 2025 Class

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's golf team has announced the signing of Alexa Prettyman as part of the 2025 freshman class. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Men’s Basketball Pens Two on National Signing Day

KENT – Kent State Men's Basketball has signed Landon Vanderwarker and Quinn Woidke to Grant In Aid agreements to join the program. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Travel to Take On #5 Auburn

AUBURN, Ala.– The Kent State University men's basketball team continues its early season non-conference slate on Wednesday Nov. 13 against the fifth ranked Auburn University Tigers. Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. eastern time inside…

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Simmerman and Snider Crowned Champs, Lead Flashes at Michigan State Open

East Lansing, MI.- Brentan Simmerman and Kyle Snider both captured championships at the Michigan State Open. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State to Continue Midweek MACtion on the Road at Miami (OH)

KENT - The Kent State Golden Flashes football team continues Mid-American Conference play this Wednesday night Nov. 13 at 7:00 p.m. on the road against the Redhawks of Miami University. The game will be broadcast on ESPNU. Read more at Kent State…

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Kent State Drops Three-Setter at CMU

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. – Kent State lost to Central Michigan, 3-0 (18-25, 19-25, 17-25), in a Mid-American Conference volleyball matchup on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Hornbeak Scores Career High as Kent State Cruises Past Miami-Hamilton

KENT – The Kent State Men's Basketball team dominated the Miami-Hamilton in their home opener on Friday night winning by a final score of 98-53. It was a record setting game as multiple Flashes recorded career highs. Read more at Kent…

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Furuta Posts Career-High Against Chippewas

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. – Freshman Lesley Furuta recorded a career-high 14 digs as Kent State fell to host Central Michigan, 3-0 (11-25, 18-25, 20-25), on Friday evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Track and Field Alum Quintin Cooks Awarded Go Teach Dr Pepper Giveaway

KENT, Ohio. – Kent State University graduate Quintin Cooks has been named the grand prize winner of the GO TEACH Dr Pepper Giveaway. The College Football Playoff Foundation (CFP Foundation) and Dr Pepper have awarded over 260 student-athletes…

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Schaffer Leads Flashes in Victory Over Gannon

Kent- The Golden Flashes picked up their first win of the season at home over Gannon 23-15. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Crush Cavaliers for First Win

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team recorded the third highest-scoring game in program history Thursday night at the M.A.C. Center, defeating Walsh, 113-54. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Wrestling Set to Host Gannon in Home Opener

KENT- The Golden Flashes will host the Gannon Golden Knights on Friday at 12pm in the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall in MAC Semifinal

Kalamazoo, Mich.- The Kent State soccer team fell to the top-seeded Western Michigan Broncos 1-4 in the Mid-American Conference semifinal Thursday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Preparing for Home Opener Against Miami-Hamilton

KENT – The Kent State University men's basketball team will hold their home opener inside the M.A.C. Center on Friday, Nov. 8 welcoming the Harriers of Miami University Hamilton. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Read more at Kent State…

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Wrestling Promotion Schedule Announced for 2024-25

KENT - The Golden Flashes have an exciting and electrifying promotion schedule in store for the 2024-25 home wrestling season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall in MAC Championship Thriller

OXFORD, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team played their second game in consecutive days at the MAC Championship on Thursday, in the semifinal against James Madison. The Flashes' comeback fell just short as the one-seed Dukes held on…

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Kent State Men’s Basketball Announces 2024-25 Promotional Schedule

KENT — The Kent State men's basketball team has announced its promotional schedule for an action-packed 2024-25 season at the M.A.C. Center. A diverse array of themes and special celebrations will provide memorable experiences for fans of…

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Baka’s Career Night Not Enough to Lift Flashes Over Bobcats

KENT - The Golden Flashes football team dropped their first game of Midweek MACtion on Wednesday night to the Ohio Bobcats 41-0. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Hoops Back in Action Thursday Against Walsh

The Kent State women's basketball team will take the court at the M.A.C. Center for the second time in four days on Thursday with tip against Walsh scheduled for 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Poised for MAC Semifinal Rematch with Western Michigan

The Kent State soccer team travels to Kalamazoo to face off against the top-seeded Western Michigan Broncos. This is an identical rematch of last year's Mid-American Conference semifinal matchup from one year ago. Kick is currently slated for…

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Flashes Down Cardinals, Advance to MAC Championship Semifinal

OXFORD, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team opened the 2024 MAC Championship, hosted by Miami, on Wednesday with a quarterfinal match against Ball State. The Flashes secured a 1-0 overtime victory to advance to Wednesday's semifinal…

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Burrell Records 1,000th Career Kill Tuesday Night Against Ohio

KENT, Ohio – Graduate student Breanna Burrell posted the 1,000th kill of her collegiate career on Tuesday evening as Kent State fell to Ohio, 3-0 (21-25, 18-25, 23-25), inside of the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Four Flashes Earn All-MAC Field Hockey Honors

CLEVELAND, Ohio—The Mid-American Conference announced its yearly awards on Tuesday, including two All-MAC teams and an All-Freshman team. Kent State had four players earn honors, selected by the conference's coaches. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes Set for MAC Field Hockey Championship

The Kent State field hockey team (6-11, 5-3 MAC) heads to Oxford, Ohio this week to kick off postseason play with the MAC Field Hockey Championship. The Flashes will face Ball State in the quarterfinal on Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes to Welcome Ohio to Kickoff Midweek MACtion

KENT - The Kent State Golden Flashes football team continues Mid-American Conference play this Wednesday night at 7:00 p.m. at home in Dix Stadium against the Bobcats of Ohio University. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Six Flashes Earn MAC Yearly Awards

CLEVELAND, Ohio- Six members of the Kent State soccer team earned yearly awards from the Mid-American Conference, the league office announced Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Cool Down Cajuns to Open 2024-2025 Season

LAFAYETTE, La. – The Kent State Men's Basketball team opened the 2024-2025 season with 70-66 win over the Ragin' Cajuns of the University of Louisiana Lafayette on Monday night. The victory was one of four for the Mid-American…

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Rismiller Scores 20 as Flashes Fall to Dukes in Season Opener

KENT, Ohio. — Sophomore Riley Rismiller led all scorers with a career-high 20 points as Kent State fell to James Madison, 67-56, in a MAC-Sun Belt Challenge matchup on Monday evening at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Hosts Ohio On Election Night as Part of Three-Match Week of Volleyball Action

The Kent State volleyball team looks to build off Saturday's rivalry victory and will be right back in action for three contests this week. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Paul Named Assistant AD for Marketing and Fan Engagement

KENT, Ohio – Kent State Athletics is excited to announce that Ryan Paul has been named the new assistant athletic director for marketing and fan engagement. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall in Season Debut

College Park, MD.- The Golden Flashes opened the 2024-25 season with a pair of losses on Sunday against Bucknell, and host Maryland. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State to Host JMU for Mid-Major Clash as Women’s Basketball Season Starts on Monday

Two of the top mid-major teams in the country will be on display at the M.A.C. Center on Monday night as Kent State opens the 2024-25 campaign against James Madison in a Mid-American Conference-Sun Belt Challenge contest at 7 p.m. on ESPN+. Read…

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Stambolich’s Walk-Off Olimpico Lifts Flashes Over Miami

The Kent State soccer team took down the Miami RedHawks Sunday afternoon at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium to advance to the Mid-American Conference semi-final for the second year in a row Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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White’s Near Triple-Double Leads Kent State in Rivalry Win

KENT, Ohio – Junior Kendall White totaled 37 assists, 12 digs and nine kills as Kent State beat rival Akron, 3-2 (25-21, 25-14, 24-26, 8-25, 15-9), on Saturday at the M.A.C. Center to split the season series. Read more at Kent State…

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Postseason Play Begins as Soccer Hosts Miami Sunday

KENT, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team returns to the Mis-American Conference Tournament on Sunday, Nov 3, when it hosts Miami at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Arthur Named MAC Offensive Player of the Week

CLEVELAND, Ohio- Senior forward Alisa Arthur has earned Mid-American Conference Offensive Player of the Week honors, the league office announced Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ba Races into Kent State Record Book at 2024 MAC Cross Country Championships

MUNCIE, Ind. — Kent State senior Baidy Ba finished fourth in the men's 8k race at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Cross Country Championships on Saturday to earn All-MAC First Team honors for the third consecutive season. Read more at…

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Wrestling to Open 2024-25 Season at Maryland

KENT- The Flashes will open their season this Sunday on the road as they travel to College Park, Maryland to take on the Maryland Terrapins and Bucknell Bison. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Set to Tip-Off 2024-2025 Season with MAC-SBC Road Trip to Louisiana

LAFAYETTE, La. – The Kent State University men's basketball team is set to tip-off their 2024-2025 regular season on the road against the University of Louisiana Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns. The game is set for Monday, Nov. 4 at 8:00…

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McGuire Matches Season-High to Start Rivalry Weekend

KENT, Ohio – Junior Mackenzie McGuire led all players with 19 kills as Kent State was defeated by rival Akron, 3-0 (18-25, 17-25, 14-25), in a Mid-American Conference volleyball contest at the M.A.C. Center on Friday. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Fall in Regular Season Finale at Miami

OXFORD, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team concluded regular season play on Friday with a trip to Miami. The Flashes fell 2-0 to the RedHawks in their final contest ahead of postseason play. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Cross Country Heads to Muncie for MAC Bragging Rights

The Kent State cross teams will compete at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Cross Country Championships on Saturday. The meet will be held at the Ball State Cross Country Course in Muncie, Indiana. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Arthur’s Scores Brace as Flashes Secure Playoff Berth

KENT, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team took down the Bowling Green Falcons 4-2 Thursday afternoon at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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50 Years of Kent State Volleyball Celebration Highlights Rivalry Weekend

Kent State will welcome back former Golden Flashes and celebrate the 50th season as a varsity program as this year's version hosts rival Akron for a pair of matches at the M.A.C. Center this weekend. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Set for Regular Season Finale at Miami

The Kent State field hockey team (6-10, 5-2 MAC) has their final regular season game on tap for Friday, November 1. The Flashes head to Oxford, Ohio, to take on Miami in the final MAC game ahead of the conference tournament. Read more at Kent State…

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Schaffer Leads Flashes in MAC Preseason Rankings

KENT, OHIO- Blake Schaffer has been chosen as the pre-season favorite at 197 pounds in the Mid-American Conference's annual pre-season poll. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host Bowling Green to Wrap Up Regular Season

KENT, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team hosts the Bowling Green Falcons in a decisive Mid-American conference showdown. The theme for the game is Kick or Treat with a free Skeleflash pillowcase for the first 50 fans indie the gate. Kickoff is set for…

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Conroy Wins MAC Defensive Player of the Week

CLEVELAND, Ohio – It was announced on Tuesday that Lauren Conroy has won the MAC Defensive Player of the Week award for the first time in her career following a massive performance in the Flashes' 3-2 senior-day victory over Bellarmine. …

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Kent State Athletics and Dabos Form Groundbreaking Partnership

KENT, Ohio – Kent State University Athletics is proud to announce a significant new partnership with Dabos, a prominent supplier in the science, biotech, medical, and manufacturing sectors. This partnership represents a unique fusion of…

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Flashes Can’t Get Past Eagles

YPSILANTI, Mich.- The Kent State soccer team fell to the Eastern Michigan Eagles 1-0 on Sunday afternoon in Ypsilanti. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Western Michigan

KALAMAZOO, Mich. - The Golden Flashes football team dropped their second MAC road contest of the season on Saturday afternoon to the Western Michigan Broncos. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Drop Three-Setter to BG

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – Kent State lost a Mid-American Conference volleyball contest to host Bowling Green on Saturday, 3-0 (22-25, 15-25, 13-25). Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Set for Last Road Showdown at Eastern Michigan

KENT, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team will travel up to Ypsilanti Michigan on Sunday for the penultimate game of the regular season against the Eastern Michigan Eagles. Kickoff is currently slated for 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Drops Friday Volleyball Match in Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – Key points late in sets went in the favor of host Bowling Green as Kent State lost 3-0 (23-25, 16-25, 24-26) in a Mid-American Conference volleyball match on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Conroy’s Brace Secures Senior Day Win for Flashes

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team honored their five seniors ahead of Friday's final home match of the season against Bellarmine. The Flashes celebrated senior day in style, notching their third consecutive win with a 3-2…

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Kent State Women’s Basketball Announces 2024-25 Promotional Schedule

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team has announced its promotional schedule for an action-packed 2024-25 season at the M.A.C. Center. A diverse array of themes and special celebrations will provide memorable experiences for…

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Flashes Silence Zips, Win 1-0

KENT, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team took down the rival Akron Zips 1-0 on Thursday night at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Senior Day Contest with Bellarmine Up Next for Flashes

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (5-10, 4-2 MAC) is set for a senior day clash with Bellarmine at Murphy-Mellis Field on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Braces to Battle Broncos of Western Michigan

KALAMAZOO, Mich. - The Kent State Golden Flashes football team continues Mid-American Conference play this Saturday at 3:30 p.m. on the road against the Western Michigan Broncos. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gilkison Wins Second MAC Golfer of the Week Award of Season

CLEVELAND, Ohio – It was announced on Thursday that Kent State's Jordan Gilkison has won the MAC Men's Golfer of the Week award. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set to Host Rival Zips on Thursday

KENT, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team will host the rival Akron Zips at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24 at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Drop Midweek #MACtion Matchup to Bobcats

ATHENS, Ohio – Kent State lost a Mid-American Conference volleyball contest to host Ohio, 3-1 (23-25, 13-25, 25-15, 19-25), on Tuesday evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Win Flyer Invitational, Gilkison Claims Individual Title

KETTERING, Ohio – The Kent State men's golf team concluded their Fall season with the program's first team win since the 2022 MAC Championship on Tuesday at the Dayton Flyer Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Finish Sixth at Mercedes Benz Collegiate

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The Kent State women's golf team concluded their final event of the Fall season on Tuesday with the final round of the Mercedes Benz Collegiate contested at Cherokee Country Club. Read more at Kent State University…

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Usoz Wins Second MAC Offensive Player of the Week Award of Season

CLEVELAND, Ohio – It was announced on Tuesday that Eva Usoz has won the MAC Offensive Player of the Week award. It is the sophomore's second time earning the award this season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Featured Heavily as MAC Announces Men’s Basketball Preseason Poll, National TV Schedule

CLEVELAND – The Kent State Men's Basketball team was picked third in the Mid-American Conference 2024-2025 Men's Basketball Preseason Coaches' Poll, the conference announced earlier today. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Featured Heavily as MAC Announces Women’s Basketball Preseason Poll, National TV Schedule

CLEVELAND – Senior Jenna Batsch was named to the Preseason All-MAC First Team and Kent State was picked second in the 2024-25 MAC Women's Basketball Preseason Coaches' Poll, the Mid-American Conference announced on Tuesday (Oct. 22).…

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Flashes Lead Heading into Final Day of Flyer Invitational

KETTERING, Ohio – The Kent State men's golf team teed off the final tournament of the Fall season on Monday with the opening two rounds of the Dayton Flyer Invitational contested at NCR Country Club. Read more at Kent State University…

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Volleyball Readies for Three Road Matches

Kent State will play three road volleyball matches this week as the second half of Mid-American Conference season gets underway. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes in Seventh Entering Mercedes Benz Collegiate Final Round

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The Kent State women's golf team began their final tournament of the Fall season at the Mercedes Benz Collegiate, with round one contested on Sunday and round two on Monday at Cherokee Country Club. Read more at Kent…

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Overtime Winner by Usoz Downs Bobcats

ATHENS, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team concluded the weekend with an afternoon road matchup against Ohio. An overtime goal by Eva Usoz clinched a 2-1 victory for the Flashes. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Women Set to Conclude Fall Season at Mercedes Benz Collegiate

The Kent State women's golf team is set to tee off their final tournament of the Fall season on Monday with the Mercedes Benz Collegiate. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men’s Golf Set to Wrap Up Fall Season at Flyer Invitational

The Kent State men's golf team is set to conclude their Fall season this week with the Dayton Flyer Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall Despite Explosive Day by Thomas

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – A season-high rushing performance from Ky Thomas fueled the Flashes, but it was not enough as Kent State suffered a 27-6 defeat in the first MAC road test of the season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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McGuire Records Double-Double Against Cardinals

KENT, Ohio – Junior Mackenzie McGuire led Kent State with 11 kills, 10 digs and career-high four aces in a loss to visiting Ball State, 3-0 (22-25, 20-25, 22-25), on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Battle RedHawks to Five Sets

KENT, Ohio – Kent State showed fight after dropping the first two sets before falling to Miami, 3-2 (16-25, 24-26, 25-23, 29-27, 9-15), at the M.A.C. Center on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ba’s Second Straight Victory Highlights Strong Showing at Falcon Invite

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio — Senior Baidy Ba won his second race in a row as the Kent State cross country teams closed the regular season on Friday at the Falcon Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Offensive Explosion Fuels Flashes Rout of Central Michigan

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team hosted Central Michigan on Friday afternoon at Murphy-Mellis Field for their fifth MAC conference contest of the season. The Flashes used an explosive offensive output to record a 7-3 win over the…

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Kent State Athletics Announces Flash Frenzy Week

KENT – Kent State Athletics is excited to unveil "Flash Frenzy" week, featuring nine home events over nine days, from October 31 to November 8. Fans can purchase tickets at KSUtix.com. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball to Hold Inauagural Fly Ball 5K

For the first time, Kent State Softball and the College of Aeronautics and Engineering are partnering to hold the Fly Ball 5K at the Kent State University Airport on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 8 a.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Draws with Buffalo

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team drew on the road with Buffalo on Thursday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Cross Country Heads to Falcon Invite for Final Regular Season Meet

The Kent State cross country teams will make the short trip to Bowling Green on Friday to compete at the Falcon Invitational, hosted at Mel Brodt Cross Country Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Two Pivotal MAC Matchups Up Next for Flashes

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (3-10, 2-2 MAC) is set to ramp up MAC play this weekend, with two conference contests on tap. The Flashes will host Central Michigan on Friday at Murphy-Mellis Field at 2 p.m. before visiting Ohio on…

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Flashes Volleyball Back at M.A.C. Center for Block Out Cancer and Unity Day

The Kent State volleyball team will return to the M.A.C. Center this weekend for matches against a pair of Mid-American Conference opponents. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Travel to Bowling Green for First Conference Road Game of the Season

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio - The Kent State Golden Flashes football team continues Mid-American Conference play this Saturday at 3:30 p.m. on the road against the Bowling Green Falcons. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes to Face Buffalo Thursday

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team will travel to Buffalo for a battle with the Bulls. The match is currently set to kick off at 6 p.m. and will be streamed on YouTube. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Malicki Leads Flashes at Golden Flash Individual

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State men's golf team hosted a 36-hole individual event on Monday, the Golden Flash Individual, at the Country Club of Hudson. The tournament featured 28 golfers from nine schools, including four Flashes, giving…

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Hollins Named Assistant AD for Student-Athlete Development/DEIB

KENT, Ohio — Kent State Athletics is excited to announce that Michael Hollins has been named the new assistant athletic director for student-athlete development and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Read more at Kent State…

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Chrishon McCray Named MAC Offensive Player of the Week

CLEVELAND – Kent State football wide receiver Chrishon McCray has been named Mid-American Conference Offensive Player of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Stambolich’s Big Day Secures Senior Day Win Over Central Michigan

Kent, Ohio- Senior Midfielder, Siena Stambolich, recorded a goal and two assists to give the Golden Flashes a big 3-2 win over Central Michigan Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Unable to Overcome No. 4 Ohio State

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team wrapped up a three-match road stretch on Sunday, visiting no. 4 Ohio State. The Buckeyes claimed a 3-0 victory over the Flashes, displaying why they are one of the best teams in the nation. …

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Men’s Golf Hosting Golden Flash Individual on Monday

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State men's golf team is set to host the Golden Flash individual on Monday at the Country Club of Hudson. The one-day 36-hole event features individual golfers from nine nearby schools. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Comeback Falls Short Against Cardinals

KENT, Ohio - The Golden Flashes got career-high games from Tommy Ulatowski and Chrishon McCray but it was not enough in a 37-35 setback on a soggy Saturday at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer to Host Central Michigan Sunday on Senior Day

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team hosts Central Michigan, Sunday Oct. 10. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. at Zoeller at Dix Stadium. Join us pregame as we honor our 2024 senior class. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Drops Three-Setter at WMU

KALAMAZOO, Mich. – The Kent State volleyball team was defeated by host Western Michigan, 3-0 (14-25, 18-25, 13-25), on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall at James Madison

Harrisonburg, Va. – The Kent State field hockey team opened a two-match weekend road trip on Friday visiting James Madison. The Flashes fell to the Dukes 3-0 in a closely contested match. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Student-Athletes Extend Invitation to Participate in Team IMPACT All In Virtual 5k

KENT, Ohio – Kent State University student-athletes are inviting the Kent State community and beyond to participate in Team IMPACT's annual All In 5k on October 20, from anywhere. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gilkison Wins MAC Golfer of the Week

KENT, Ohio – It was announced on Friday that Kent State's Jordan Gilkison has won the MAC Men's Golfer of the Week award. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Back-And-Forth Match Goes in Huskies’ Favor

DEKALB, Ill. – Kent State dropped a Mid-American Conference volleyball contest to host Northern Illinois, 3-0 (23-25, 21-25, 18-25), on Thursday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Northern Illinois

DeKalb, Ill.- The Kent State soccer team fell to Northern Illinois 2-1 Thursday evening in DeKalb. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kedronova Wins Second MAC Women’s Golfer of the Week Award of Season

KENT, Ohio – It was announced on Thursday that Kent State's Veronika Kedronova has won the MAC women's golfer of the week award, marking the second time this season and the fifth time in her career she has earned the award. Read…

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Important Weekend Road Matchups Await Flashes

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (3-8, 2-1 MAC) returns to action this weekend as they hit the road for two massive contests. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Welcome Ball State this Saturday to Continue MAC Play

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State Golden Flashes football team continues Mid-American Conference play at home this Saturday in the friendly confines of Dix Stadium at 12 p.m. against the Ball State Cardinals. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State to Visit NIU, WMU for Volleyball Action

Kent State volleyball continues Mid-American Conference play with road volleyball matches against Northern Illinois and Western Michigan. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Set to Square Off with Northern Illinois

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team will travel to DeKalb Illinois to square off with the Northern Illinois Huskies on Thursday Oct 10. Kickoff is currently slated for 5 p.m. ET. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kedronova Wins Marilynn Smith Sunflower Invitational

LAWRENCE, Kan. – The Kent State women's golf team concluded their fourth tournament of the Fall on Tuesday with round three of the Marilynn Smith Sunflower Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Jansen Wins MAC Co-Defensive Player of the Week

KENT, Ohio – It was announced on Tuesday that Kent State goalkeeper Lieve Jansen has been awarded MAC Co-Defensive Player of the Week. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Announce Partnership Extension with 850 ESPN Cleveland

The Golden Flashes announce an extended partnership with 850 ESPN Cleveland for year three of broadcasting select men's and women's basketball games through the rest of the 2024-25 regular season. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes in the Hunt, Kedronova Leads at Sunflower Invitational

LAWRENCE, Kan. – The Kent State women's golf team began their fourth tournament of the Fall on Monday with the opening two rounds of the Marilynn Smith Sunflower Classic contested at Lawrence Country Club. Read more at Kent State…

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Gilkison Leads Flashes to Ninth Place Finish at Fighting Irish Classic

NOTRE DAME, Ind. – The Kent State men's golf team concluded their fourth tournament of the Fall on Monday with round three of the Fighting Irish Classic at Warren Golf Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes in Ninth After 36 Holes of Fighting Irish Classic

NOTRE DAME, Ind. – The Kent State men's golf team opened their fourth tournament of the season on Sunday with the opening two rounds of the Fighting Irish Classic contested at Warren Golf Course. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Claim Thrilling Shootout Victory at Michigan State

EAST LANSING, Mich. – The Kent State field hockey team visited Big Ten country on Sunday to face off against the Michigan State Spartans. The Flashes prevailed in a gutsy contest, claiming a 4-3 shootout victory and the team's first…

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Flashes Set to Compete at Marilynn Smith Sunflower Invitational

The Kent State women's golf team is set to tee off their fourth tournament of the season on Monday with the Marilynn Smith Sunflower Invitational at Lawrence Country Club. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Dolinski Scores as Flashes Fall to Western Michigan

Kent, Ohio- In a battle between two of the best teams in the Mid-American Conference, the Kent State soccer team fell 3-1 to Western Michigan at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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White’s Double-Double Leads Flashes Against Bulls

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Kent State fell to Buffalo, 3-0 (19-25, 10-25, 19-25), in a Mid-American Conference volleyball match on Saturday inside of Alumni Arena. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Baidy Ba Wins Second Race of Season at Paul Short Run

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Senior Baidy Ba won the Men's College Brown 8k in a time of 24:22.8 to lead Kent State on Saturday afternoon at the Paul Short Run, hosted by Lehigh University. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Fighting Irish Classic Next Up for Men’s Golf

The Kent State men's golf team is set for their fourth tournament of the season, with the Fighting Irish Classic set to begin on Sunday at Warren Golf Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Drops Weekend Opener at Buffalo

BUFFALO, N.Y. – The Kent State volleyball team lost to host Buffalo, 3-0 (6-25, 16-25, 23-25), in a Mid-American Conference contest on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Suffer First MAC Setback to App State

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey hosted Appalachian State on Friday at Murphy-Mellis Field in the team's third MAC conference game of the 2024 season. The visiting Mountaineers escaped with a 1-0 victory over the Flashes in a…

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Kent State Renews Partnership with FanWord to Spotlight Student-Athlete Stories

KENT, Ohio - Kent State University is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with FanWord, one of the leading storytelling companies in college sports, for a third consecutive year. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes to Host Western Michigan Under the Lights on Saturday

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer hosts the Western Michigan Broncos Saturday October 5th at Dix Stadium. The first 100 fans into Dix Stadium will receive a replica black Kent State soccer shirsey. Kickoff is currently slated for 6 p.m. Read more…

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Cross Country Returns to Action at 50th Paul Short Run

After two idle weekends, the Kent State cross country teams return to action on Saturday at the 50th Paul Short Run, hosted on Lehigh University's Goodman Campus Cross Country Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Travel to Buffalo for First Road MAC Matches

The Kent State volleyball team will visit Buffalo for a pair of Mid-American Conference volleyball matches this weekend. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Pair of Weekend Matchups Up Next for Flashes

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (2-7) is set to continue MAC conference play as they host App State on Friday at Murphy-Mellis Field before traveling to East Lansing, Michigan for a Sunday afternoon matchup with Michigan State. Read…

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Flashes Finish Strong at Blessings Collegiate

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Kent State men's and women's golf teams each concluded their third tournament of the season on Wednesday with the third and final round of the Blessings Collegiate Invitational contested at Blessings Golf…

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Gilkison Leads Flashes at Blessings Collegiate Round Two

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Kent State men's and women's golf teams continued the Blessings Collegiate Invitational on Tuesday, with round two contested at Blessings Golf Club. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Usoz Wins MAC Offensive Player of the Week

KENT, Ohio – It was announced on Tuesday that Eva Usoz has won the MAC Offensive Player of the Week award. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Multiple Flashes in Top 15 After Blessings Collegiate Round One

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Kent State men's and women's golf teams both opened their third tournament of the season on Monday with round one of the Blessings Collegiate Invitational at Blessings Golf Club. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Draw Physical Contest with Ohio

Athens, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team drew with the Ohio Bobcats 0-0 on a wet Sunday afternoon in Athens. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Usoz Scores Again, Flashes Fall at Wake Forest

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – The Kent State field hockey team closed out a weekend road trip on Sunday by visiting ACC opponent Wake Forest. The Flashes fell 3-1 to the Demon Deacons in a competitive match. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Golf Programs Set to Compete Together at Blessings Collegiate

The Kent State men's and women's golf teams are heading to the Blessings Collegiate Invitational, where they will both compete in their third tournament of the 2024-25 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ulatowski and McCray's Big Days Not Enough on Soggy Homecoming Saturday

KENT- The Golden Flashes got career-high games from Tommy Ulatowski and Chrishon McCray but it was not enough in a 52-33 setback on a soggy homecoming Saturday at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Ready to Face Ohio on Sunday

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team travels to Athens on Sunday for a Mid-American Conference matchup with Ohio. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Eagles in Straight Sets

KENT, Ohio – Kent State was defeated by Eastern Michigan, 3-0 (15-25, 22-25, 18-25), in a Mid-American Conference volleyball matchup inside of the M.A.C. Center on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Two Goals from Usoz Help Flashes Improve to 2-0 in MAC Play

FARMVILLE, Va. – The Kent State field hockey team resumed MAC conference play on Friday with a road contest at Longwood. The Flashes secured a 2-1 victory through two Eva Usoz goals to improve to 2-0 in conference action. Read more at Kent…

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Kedronova Named MAC Women’s Co-Golfer of the Week

KENT, Ohio – It was announced on Friday that Kent State's Veronika Kedronova has won the MAC women's golfer of the week award. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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McGuire Opens MAC Play with Big Night

KENT, Ohio – Junior Mackenzie McGuire opened Mid-American Conference play with her best performance of the season as the Kent State volleyball team fell to visiting Eastern Michigan, 3-2 (25-15, 25-22, 21-25, 17-25, 9-15), Thursday evening at…

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Flashes Can’t Get Past Miami

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team fell to Miami in a physical 1-0 contest on Thursday Night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head East for Pair of Weekend Contests

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (1-6) resumes MAC conference play on Friday as they head to Farmville, Virginia to face the Longwood Lancers at 1 p.m. The Flashes will then travel to Winston-Salem, North Carolina to take on ACC foe…

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Kedronova Wins Red Raider Invitational

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Kent State women's golf team concluded their second tournament of the Fall on Wednesday with the third and final round of the Red Raider Invitational at The Rawls Course. Veronika Kedronova claimed the second…

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Volleyball Gets Homecoming Weekend Started with Pair of #MACtion Contests

Kent State gets Homecoming weekend started with two matches against Eastern Michigan as Mid-American Conference play begins on Thursday and Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes to Face Miami Thursday

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team will continue their home stand on Thursday as the Miami RedHawks come into town. Kick is currently set for 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kedronova Leads Red Raider Invitational After 36 Holes

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Kent State women's golf team began their second tournament of the season on Tuesday with the first two rounds of the Red Raider Invitational contested at The Rawls Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host EMU for Homecoming and MAC Opener

KENT- The Golden Flashes return home to the friendly confines of Dix Stadium to take on Eastern Michigan for the start of Mid-American Conference play and the annual homecoming game. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Mills Names Alejandro Perazzo Assistant Coach

KENT, Ohio – Head coach Jon Mills has announced that Alejandro Perazzo will serve as assistant coach for the Kent State men's golf program. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Lone Star State for Red Raider Invitational

The Kent State women's golf team is set for their second tournament of the 2024-2025 season, as they head to Lubbock, Texas to take part in the Red Raider Invitational at The Rawls Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Blank Cardinals to Open Home MAC Play

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team started the home portion of their Mid-American conference slate with a 1-0 shutout of the Ball State Cardinals Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Close Non-Con in Unhappy Valley

STATE COLLEGE- Several Golden Flashes set career highs and Kent State wrapped up non-conference play with a setback at #10/8 Penn State on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set to Host Ball State Sunday

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team will open the home portion of their Mid-American Conference slate on Sunday, Sept 22 when the Ball State Cardinals come into town. Kick for the game is slated for 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University…

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Volleyball Drops Non-Conference Finale

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Kent State volleyball team was defeated by host Youngstown State, 3-0 (20-25, 12-25, 13-25), as the non-conference portion of the schedule came to an end on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open MAC Play with Hefner’s First Win

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team opened MAC conference play on Friday with a 1-0 victory over Ball State, the first win of the season and the first win under head coach Heather Hefner. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Wrap Non-Con with Trip to Happy Valley

KENT- The Golden Flashes wrap up the non-con with the second trip into the Keystone State to meet up with the 10/8th ranked Penn State Nittany Lions in State College on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Stambolich Delivers Spark to Propel Flashes Past Rockets

Toledo, Ohio- Kent State started Mid-American Conference play off on the right foot Thursday night, beating Toledo 1-0 in a hard-fought matchup. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Vikings Spoil Home Opener

KENT, Ohio – Kent State fell to visiting Cleveland State, 3-0 (15-25, 23-25, 18-25), in the home opener at the M.A.C. Center on Thursday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set to Open MAC Play Hosting Ball State

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (0-6) returns to action on Friday, opening MAC conference play against the Ball State Cardinals at Murphy-Mellis Field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ibit Wins MAC Golfer of the Week

KENT, Ohio – It was announced on Thursday that Kent State's Isaiah Ibit has won the MAC men's golfer of the week award for the first time in his young collegiate career. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open MAC Play on the Road at Toledo

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team will open Mid-American Conference play on the road on Thursday, Sept 19 at 7 p.m. in Toledo. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Volleyball Hosts Cleveland State on Thursday as Non-Conference Action Concludes

The Kent State volleyball team will host Cleveland State at 6 p.m. on Thursday for the 2024 home opener at the M.A.C. Center to begin the final weekend of non-conference play. The first 200 students will receive a Kent State tumbler. Read more at…

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Ibit and Reed Finish Top Five, Flashes Fourth at Canadian Collegiate

FOOTS BAY, Ont. – The Kent State men's golf team wrapped up their second tournament of the 2024-2025 season on Tuesday with round three of the Canadian Collegiate at Öviinbyrd Golf Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes in Fourth at Canadian Collegiate Behind Ibit’s Big Day

FOOTS BAY, Ont. – The Kent State men's golf team teed off their second tournament of the Fall on Monday with the opening 36 holes of the Canadian Collegiate contested at Öviinbyrd Golf Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men’s Golf Set to Compete in Inaugural Canadian Collegiate

The Kent State men's golf team heads north to Canada for their second tournament of the 2024-2025 season, taking part in the inaugural Canadian Collegiate. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Upended in Rocky Top

KNOXVILLE, TN- The Golden Flashes held a high-octane Tennessee offense out of the end zone in the second half in a setback at the number seven Volunteers on Saturday night at Neyland Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Cross Country Teams Compete at We Fly Championship Preview

MUNCIE, Ind. — The Kent State cross country teams returned to action on Saturday afternoon at the We Fly Championship Preview, which was held at Ball State Cross Country Course, home of the 2024 Mid-American Conference Championships. Read…

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Salinas Leads Kent State in Loss to Cincinnati

CINCINNATI – The Kent State volleyball team lost to Cincinnati, 3-0 (22-25, 19-25, 14-25), Saturday afternoon at Fifth Third Arena. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Unable to Get Past No. 21 Kentucky

Lexington, Ky.- The Kent State soccer team was unable to get past Kentucky on Friday night, falling 3-1. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Musketeers

CINCINNATI – Kent State lost a non-conference volleyball contest to host Xavier, 3-0 (22-25, 27-29, 17-25), Friday evening at the Cintas Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Jansen Tallies 15 Saves in Penn State Defeat

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team returned from a three-game road trip to host Penn State at Murphy-Mellis Field on Friday, falling 4-1 to the Nittany Lions. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Rocky Top to Tangle with Tennessee

KNOXVILLE, TN- The Golden Flashes begin a two-game road trip to close out the non-conference season, heading to Rocky Top to meet the seventh-ranked Tennessee Volunteers. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Unveil 2024-25 Men's Basketball Schedule

KENT, Ohio —Kent State Men's Basketball has unveiled their full schedule for the upcoming 2024-2025 season. To view the full schedule for the upcoming season, click HERE. Be on the lookout next week for our official schedule release…

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Kent State Announces 2024-25 Women’s Basketball Schedule

KENT, Ohio — Kent State women's basketball head coach Todd Starkey announced the 2024-25 schedule for the reigning Mid-American Conference Tournament champions on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Cross Country Looks for Bragging Rights at We Fly Championship Preview

The Kent State cross teams will head to the site of the 2024 Mid-American Conference meet, the Ball State Cross Country Course, for the We Fly Championship Preview on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Wrap Up Non-Conference Play at No. 21 Kentucky

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team travels to Kentucky to battle with the newly ranked no. 21 Wildcats on Friday, Sept 13 at 7:30 p.m. The match will be televised on SECN+ Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set to Host Penn State for 50th Season Celebration

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (0-5) returns to Murphy-Mellis Field on Friday with a matchup against the Penn State Nittany Lions set to begin at 3 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Visit Xavier and Cincinnati for Volleyball Action

Kent State begins a stretch of six consecutive matches in the state of Ohio this weekend with a pair of contests in the Queen City. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Student-Athletes Participate in Experiential Learning Trip

PITTSBURGH - A group of Kent State student-athletes traveled to Pittsburgh last month as part of the inaugural KSU Experiential Learning Trip. The trip was a unique opportunity for selected student-athletes to expand their horizons, gain valuable…

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Biggin Announces Addition of Levandowski to Staff

KENT, Ohio – Kent State gymnastics head coach Brice Biggin has announced that Tim Levandowski is joining the program as an assistant coach. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open Season with Seventh Place Finish at Gopher Invitational

INDEPENDENCE, Minn. – The Kent State men's golf team concluded the opening tournament of the Fall on Monday with the third and final round of the Gopher Invitational at Windsong Farm Golf Course. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes in the Hunt at Gopher Invitational

INDEPENDENCE, Minn. – The Kent State men's golf team opened the 2024-2025 season on Sunday with the first two rounds of the Gopher Invitational contested at Windsong Farm Golf Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Road Trip Ends With Competitive Defeat

DAVIS, Calif. – The Kent State field hockey team concluded a three-game road trip to the state of California on Sunday with a 2-0 defeat to UC Davis. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Arthur Scores Brace as Flashes Fall to Duquesne

Pittsburgh Pa.- The Kent State soccer team fell to Duquesne 4-2 Sunday afternoon in Pittsburgh. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Starts Strong in 3-1 Loss to Host Seton Hall

SOUTH ORANGE, N.J. – The Kent State volleyball took the opening set from the host on Sunday morning before falling, 3-1 (25-20, 18-25, 24-26, 11-25), in its final weekend match at the Seton Hall Classic. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Home Opener Spoiled

KENT, Ohio - Luke Floriea and Chrishon McCray each had a touchdown, but the Saint Francis Red Flash spoiled the home opener with a 23-17 victory over Kent State inside Dix Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Comeback Falls Short in Five-Setter Against Sacred Heart

SOUTH ORANGE, N.J. – Kent State was unable to record a reverse sweep on Saturday and fell to Sacred Heart, 3-2 (22-25, 23-25, 33-31, 28-26, 8-15), in a matchup at the Seton Hall Classic. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Travel to The Steel City for Duel With Duquesne

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team travels to Pittsburgh on Sunday, Sept 8 at 1 pm to battle the Duquesne Dukes. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men’s Golf to Open Season at the Gopher Invitational

The Kent State men's golf team is set to open the 2024-2025 season on Sunday with the Gopher Invitational at Windsong Farm Golf Club. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Florio Scores as Flashes Fall at Cal

BERKELEY, Calif. – The Kent State field hockey team continued their California road trip on Friday, facing their second ACC team in two days, falling 3-1 to the California Golden Bears. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Sweep NJIT for First Volleyball Victory

SOUTH ORANGE, N.J. – The Kent State volleyball team defeated NJIT, 3-0 (25-18, 25-17, 25-15), for the first victory of the 2024 campaign as play began at the Seton Hall Classic on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Welcomes SFU for 2024 Football Home Opener

KENT- Year two of the Kent GRIT era opens up the home season on Saturday afternoon inside Dix Stadium as the Saint Francis (PA) Red Flash come to town in a battle of the Flashes. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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7 17 and Kent State Enter Multi-year Partnership to Support Student-Athlete Financial Wellness

WARREN, Ohio – 7 17 Credit Union, in partnership with Kent State University Athletics, is proud to announce its designation as the official credit union and banking partner of Kent State Athletics. This partnership demonstrates 7 17 Credit…

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Flashes Open California Trip With Defeat

STANFORD, Calif. – The Kent State field hockey team opened their three-game road stand on Thursday with a 3-1 defeat to Stanford. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Seton Hall Classic Next for Kent State Volleyball

The Kent State volleyball team heads to the East Coast for the second weekend of the 2024 campaign and will play three contests at the Seton Hall Classic. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Gear Up for California Road Trip

The Kent State field hockey team (0-2) is set to embark on a three-game road trip to California where the Flashes will face Stanford, California, and UC Davis. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Three Former Flashes Selected for Presidents Cup

Presidents Cup international team captain Mike Weir announced his captain's picks for the 2024 tournament on Tuesday, with three former Flashes golfers selected. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Record Third Place Finish at Boilermaker Classic

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – The Kent State women's golf team held steady at the Boilermaker Classic on Tuesday, concluding the third and final round of the tournament in third place. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Tierney names Kortowich as new assistant coach

KENT, Ohio – Head coach Brianne Tierney has announced that Allison Kortowich will serve as an assistant coach for the Kent State lacrosse program. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes in Second After 36 Holes at Boilermaker Classic

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – The Kent State women's golf team opened the 2024-2025 season on Monday with the opening two rounds of the Boilermaker Classic contested at Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex. Read more at Kent State University…

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Host Michigan Takes Pair from Flashes on Sunday

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The Kent State volleyball team earned its first set victory of the season but fell twice to host Michigan by scores of 3-0 and 3-1 on Sunday as opening weekend concluded at the Michigan Nike Classic. Read more at Kent State…

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Second-Half Heroics Brush Away Colgate

Hamilton N.Y. – Three second-half goals propelled the Kent State soccer team to a thrilling 3-2 win over Colgate Sunday afternoon at Beyer-Small '76 Field in Hamilton N.Y. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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No. 11 Liberty Downs Golden Flashes

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team concluded the opening weekend of the regular season with a 4-1 defeat to the no. 11 Liberty Lady Flames. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Golf Set to Open Season at the Boilermaker Classic

The Kent State women's golf team is set to open the 2024-2025 season on Monday in the Boilermaker Classic. The 54-hole competition will take place over two days, with players set to complete 36 holes on Monday before the final 18 holes on…

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Flashes Volleyball Falls to Delaware in Season Opener

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The Kent State volleyball team lost to Delaware, 3-0 (22-25, 11-25, 19-25), as the 2024 season started at the Michigan Nike Classic on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Battle by Pitt Prevails in Opener

PITTSBURGH-The Golden Flashes dropped the opener of the 2024 season in a 55-24 setback at Pittsburgh on Saturday afternoon at Acrisure Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Ready To Face Colgate on Sunday

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team continues their road trip to face off with Colgate on Sunday Sept 1, at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Baidy Ba Wins Tommy Evans Invitational to Open Season

NORTON, Ohio — Senior Baidy Ba was the first runner across the finish line in the men's 6K as the Kent State cross country teams season opened the 2024 campaign at the Tommy Evans Invitational on Friday. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Kickoff 2024 Season at Pitt

KENT- The Golden Flashes enter year two of the Kent GRIT era, making the short trek to the Steel City to take on the Pitt Panthers. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Fall to Indiana in Season Opener

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team opened their season on Friday with a 3-1 defeat to the Indiana Hoosiers. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Volleyball Opens Season with Altered Schedule at Michigan Nike Classic

Kent State will be in action at the Michigan Nike Classic during the opening weekend of the 2024 volleyball season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes, Dukes Play to ‘No Contest’

Harrisonburg, Va- The Kent State soccer team opened their five-game road trip against James Madison, playing 70 minutes in a game that was delayed multiple times before being deemed a no contest due to weather. Read more at Kent State University…

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55th Annual Tommy Evans Invitational Marks Start of 2024 Cross Country Season

Kent State will start the 2024 cross country season on Friday at the Tommy Evans Invitational, which will be held at Silver Creek Cross Country Trails in Norton. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Set to Open Season in Weekend Contests

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team opens up the 2024 regular season this weekend with two contests set to take place at Murphy-Mellis Field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer to Kick Off Road Trip Against James Madison

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team hits the road to kick off their five-game road trip against the James Madison Dukes on Thursday, Aug 29 at 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Shutout Golden Grizzlies, Win 4-0

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State women's soccer team shutout the Oakland Golden Grizzlies to earn a big victory on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Set to Square Off with Oakland

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State Golden Flashes soccer team returns home to face the Oakland Golden Grizzlies Sunday, August 25 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Opens Road Slate with Draw Against Youngstown State

Youngstown, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team opened their 2024 road slate with a 2-2 draw against in-state foe Youngstown State. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Hits the Road for Matchup with Youngstown State

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State Golden Flashes soccer team opens the road portion of their schedule with a quick trip out I-76 east to battle with the Youngstown State Penguins on Sunday, August 18 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Announces 2024 Volleyball Promotional Schedule

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State volleyball team has announced the 2024 promotional schedule. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes take down the Vikings in their home opener

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State soccer team started the 2024 campaign on a high note with a 2-1 a victory over Cleveland State on Thursday night. The Golden Flashes are now unbeaten in five straight season openers dating back to 2019. Read more at Kent…

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Soccer Set to open season at home against Cleveland State

Kent, Ohio- The Kent State women's soccer team will kick off the 2024 campaign at home against Cleveland State on Thursday, Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Alexandria Whitmore Joins Kent State Softball Staff

KENT, Ohio — Former Kent State softball standout Alexandria Whitmore has been hired as an assistant coach, head coach Jessica O'Donnell announced on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes picked fourth in Mid-American Conference preseason poll

Kent, Ohio- The Golden Flashes have been selected fourth in the annual Mid-American Conference pre-season coaches' poll Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Corey Conners’ Top-10 Finish Leads Kent State Alumni at Paris Olympics

PARIS — Corey Conners tied for ninth in men's golf, highlighting a trio of Kent Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Salopek Named Defender To Watch In 2024

KANSAS CITY, Mo.- The United Soccer Coaches named Kent State Soccer junior, Kelsey Salopek, a defender to watch in 2024 on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Soccer Announces 2024 Home Game Promotions

KENT, Ohio- Kent State soccer is excited to announce a jam-packed promotional schedule for the upcoming 2024 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Earns No. 27 Team GPA in Division I

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Kent State softball team has been honored by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association with 15 student-athletes earning Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar-Athlete honors for the 2023-24 academic year. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes Announce Football Promotional Schedule

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State Football program is excited to announce the promotional schedule for year two of the #KentGRIT era. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Fobes Named Kent State Gymnastics Assistant Coach

KENT, Ohio – Austyn Fobes has been hired as an assistant coach for the Kent State gymnastics program, head coach Brice Biggin announced. Fobes served as an assistant coach at Bowling Green last season. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Athletics to Celebrate 50th Varsity Season for Five Women’s Teams

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State University Athletics Department is excited to celebrate the 50th year of varsity competition for five of its women's team during the upcoming year. The 2024-25 season will mark the 50th for the Basketball,…

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Cross Country Releases 2024 Schedule

KENT – The Kent State Cross Country team has announced its 2024 schedule. The Golden Flashes are set to kick off the 2024 season on August 30th, in the Rubber City at the Tommy Evans Invitational. The Flashes will be under the guidance of…

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Golden Flashes Earn Presidents Special Recognition from GCAA

NORMAN, Okla.— The Kent State men's golf program has been received Presidents Special Recognition honors for stellar performance in the classroom, the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) announced on Tuesday. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes Place 7 Student-Athletes on IWLCA Academic Honor Roll

NORTHBOROUGH, Mass. – The Kent State University women's lacrosse team had seven student-athletes named to the 2024 IWLCA Division I Academic Honor Roll, the Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association announced on Wednesday.…

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Duncan Names Zeke Pinkham Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator

KENT- Golden Flashes head baseball coach Jeff Duncan has named Zeke Pinkham as assistant coach and recruiting coordinator in advance of the 2024-25 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Four Flashes Named Cobalt Golf GCAA All-America Scholars

NORMAN, Okla. – Cobalt Golf and the Golf Coaches Association of America announced their 2023-24 NCAA Division 1 All-American Scholars today. In total 531 NCAA Division I athletes from 180 schools earned the honor. To be eligible for Cobalt…

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Kent State Earns USTFCCCA All-Academic Honorees

NEW ORLEANS – The Kent State men's and women's track and field teams, along with six individual student-athletes, received All-Academic honors for the 2024 season, the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association…

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Three Kent State Athletics Alumni Headed to Paris Olympics

KENT, Ohio — Kent State University alumni Corey Conners, Chris Ortiz and Danniel Thomas-Dodd will compete on the world stage at the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Richmond Named to NCAA Baseball Committee

KENT- Kent State Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Randale L. Richmond has been appointed to the NCAA Division-I Baseball Committee. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Earns AVCA Team Academic Award

LEXINGTON, Ky.— The Kent State volleyball team has earned the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic Award for the 2023-24 academic year, the organization announced on Wednesday. This is the 14th time the Golden Flashes…

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Golden Named Team Impact Fellow

KENT- Kent State graduate offensive lineman Cameron Golden has been named a Team IMPACT fellow for the 2024-25 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Laura Rybka Joins Kent State Track and Field/Cross Country Coaching Staff

KENT, Ohio — Kent State Director of Track and Field/Cross Country Nathan Fanger has announced the addition of Laura Rybka to the coaching staff. Rybka joins the Golden Flashes from NCAA Division III Grove City College and will be the head…

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Jackie Wolford Named NCAA Woman of the Year Nominee

KENT, Ohio — Kent State's Jackie Wolford is among the 626 institutional nominees for the 2024 NCAA Woman of the Year award, the NCAA recently announced. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Releases 2024 Schedule

KENT, Ohio- The Kent State's women's soccer team has announced its schedule for the upcoming 2024 campaign. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Chris Ortiz Helps Puerto Rico Earn First Olympics Spot since 2004

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Former Kent State student-athlete Chris Ortiz helped the Puerto Rico men's basketball team secure a spot in the Olympics for the first time in 20 years following a 4-0 record in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying…

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Kedronova and Sicking Earn WGCA All-American Scholar Honors

CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. — Kent State freshman Veronika Kedronova and senior Hester Sicking have been named WGCA All-American Scholars, as the Women's Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) announced recipients of the honor on Monday. Read more at…

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Kent State Football and Volleyball Season Tickets on Sale

KENT, Ohio — Season tickets for the 2024 Kent State football and volleyball seasons are now on sale at KSUTix.com. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Volleyball Announces Non-Conference Slate

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State volleyball team will play 10 matches during the non-conference portion of the 2024 schedule, head coach Haley Eckerman announced on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Initial Matchups Announced for 2024-25 MAC-SBC Challenge

CLEVELAND – Kent State's initial matchups for the 2024-25 MAC-SBC Challenge were announced on Thursday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Pair of Transfers Join Kent State Women’s Hoops Program

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball program has added transfers Joy Bergstrom (South Dakota) and Riley Rismiller (Dayton), who are currently on campus for summer workouts with the reigning Mid-American Conference Tournament…

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Nine Flashes Earn CSC Academic All-District® Recognition

KENT, Ohio – Nine Kent State student-athletes from five different teams have received Academic All-District® honors, the College Sports Communicators (CSC) announced on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gabby Bailey places 20th at NCAA Championships

EUGENE, Ore. – Gabby Bailey placed 20th at the 2024 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships Saturday afternoon at historic Hayward Field. She was Kent State's lone representative at the national meet. Read more at Kent State…

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Gabby Bailey set to compete at NCAA Championships

KENT – Gabby Bailey is set to make her fifth NCAA Championships appearance tomorrow at historic Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. Bailey is twice an All-American, finishing sixth both times. Her first honor came at the 2021 indoor championships where…

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Senderoff Finalizes 2024-25 Coaching Staff

KENT, Ohio - The 2024-25 coaching staff has been strengthened with the addition of Luke Tronsdon and Tommy Luce. Following a year as a graduate assistant last season, Luke Tronsdon returns to the Flashes. Read more at Kent State University…

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Women's Track and Field tops MAC with 29 Academic All-Conference honorees

CLEVELAND — The Kent State women's track and field program had 29 student-athletes earn Academic All-MAC honors, as the Mid-American Conference recognized a total of 175 student-athletes for their accomplishments this past season. Read…

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Men's Track and Field earns 13 Academic All-MAC honorees

CLEVELAND — The Kent State men's track and field program had 12 student-athletes earn Academic All-MAC honors, as the Mid-American Conference recognized a total of 52 student-athletes for their accomplishments this past season. Read more…

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Softball earns nine Academic All-MAC selections

CLEVELAND — The Kent State softball program had nine student-athletes earn Academic All-MAC honors, as the Mid-American Conference recognized a total of 98 student-athletes for their accomplishments this past season. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes land five on Academic All-MAC team

CLEVELAND – The Mid-American Conference announced this morning the Academic All-MAC team. Ohio led the conference with seven selections and Kent State was close behind with five. In total 35 student-athletes were recognized. To qualify a…

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Hefner Finalizes Kent State Field Hockey Staff

KENT, Ohio – Head coach Heather Hefner has announced that Lizzie Hamlett and Kieran Minton will serve as assistant coaches for the Kent State field hockey program. Hamlett follows Hefner from Liberty, where she was Director of Analytics last…

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Flashes Sign VanDamme to Three-Year Contract Extension

KENT- Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Randale L. Richmond has announced a three-year contract extension for Head Women's Golf Coach Casey VanDamme. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set for Several Prime Time Games in 2024

KENT- Year two of the KentGRIT era will be showcased in prime time as the Flashes are currently set for six nationally televised games in the 2024 season as announced by the Mid-American Conference in conjunction with ESPN and CBS Sports Network. …

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Record-Tying 17 Kent State Lacrosse Student-Athletes Named to Academic All-MAC Team

CLEVELAND — Kent State lacrosse tied its program record with 17 Academic All-MAC honorees, as the Mid-American Conference announced a total of 92 student-athletes who earned the honor for the 2024 season on Thursday. Read more at Kent State…

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Miller and Wolford Selected for 2024 IWLCA Senior All-Star Game

NORTHBOROUGH, Mass. – Lily Miller and Jackie Wolford will represent Kent State in the 2024 Division I Senior All-Star game, as announced by the IWLCA on Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Women’s Golf Places Three on Academic All-MAC Team

CLEVELAND — Kent State junior Jennifer Gu, senior Hester Sicking and sophomore Leon Takagi have been named to 2024 Women's Golf Academic All-MAC Team, the Mid-American Conference office announced on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State…

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Kent State Softball Student-Athletes Named to CSC Academic All-District® Team

KENT, Ohio – Four members of the Kent State softball team were named to the 2024 Academic All-District® Team, the College Sports Communicators announced on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Bailey Punches Ticket to NCAA Championships in Discus

LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Kent State women's team will be represented at the 2024 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in early June by Gabby Bailey, who qualified in the discus throw on the final day of competition at the NCAA East…

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Men's Track and Field concludes season at NCAA East Regionals

LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Kent State Men's Track and Field team completed the third day of competition at the NCAA East Regional meet, hosted by the University of Kentucky this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Chilton Sets New Top-10 Mark in Lexington

LEXINGTON, Ky. – Amryne Chilton posted a new no. 4 all-time mark in the women's 200-meter dash as the Kent State Women's Track and Field team completed day two of the NCAA East Regional meet today at the UK Track and Field Complex. …

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Flashes Season Comes to an End in Avon

AVON- A four-run Toledo fifth inning was too much for the Flashes on Thursday as the Rockets defeated Kent State 8-2 in a Mid-American Conference Tournament elimination game. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Miami, Rain Spoil Tourney Opener

AVON- The Golden Flashes dropped the opener of the 2024 Mid-American Conference tourney 5-2 to Miami on Wednesday evening at Crushers Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Jones, Bath Qualify for Friday's Regional Finals

LEXINGTON, Ky. – Jaheim Jones and Ayden Bath advanced to Friday's finals in one of their two events Wednesday afternoon at the NCAA East Regional Meet, hosted by the University of Kentucky. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Poynor Joins Kent State Volleyball Staff

KENT, Ohio – Hannah Poynor has been hired as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for the Kent State volleyball program and reunites with third-year head coach Haley Eckerman following one season as an assistant coach at…

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Johnson and Bickerstaff Earn All-MAC First Team Honors

KENT- Graduate outfielder Josh Johnson and senior pitcher Calvin Bickerstaff earned All-MAC First Team honors in the annual post-season awards announced on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open MAC Tourney with Miami

KENT- The Golden Flashes are headed to the conference tournament this week in Avon as the number five seed and open against the Miami Redhawks on Wednesday evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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NCAA Championships Marks End of Incredible Freshman Campaign for Kedronova

CARLSBAD, Calif. – Kent State freshman Veronika Kedronova carded an 81 at Omni La Costa Resort during the third round of the 2024 NCAA Women's Golf Championship on Sunday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kedronova Completes Second Round at NCAA Championships

CARLSBAD, Calif. – Kent State freshman Veronika Kedronova sits at 11-over, 155 and in a tie for 127th place following two rounds of the 2024 NCAA Women's Golf Championship. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Send Seniors Out on Winning Note

KENT- The Golden Flashes honored their six seniors and the Flashes sent them out on a winning note in their final game at Schoonover Stadium, a 7-2 triumph over Ball State on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kedronova Shoots 75 to Open NCAA Championships

CARLSBAD, Calif. – Kent State's Veronika Kedronova shot a 3-over, 75 at Omni La Costa Resort on Friday and sits tied for 88th at the end of the first round of the 2024 NCAA Women's Golf Championship. Read more at Kent State…

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Cardinals Spoil Graduation Day

KENT- Seven Golden Flashes celebrated their undergraduate or graduate degree from Kent State in a pre-game ceremony but Ball State spoiled the party with an 11-1 victory on Friday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Department Academic Records Fall Again in Spring Semester

KENT- The Kent State Athletic Department ran its streak to 26 consecutive semesters (13 years) with a cumulative department grade-point average over 3.0. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes' Comeback Falls Short in Opener

KENT- The Golden Flashes made a furious comeback on Friday night but the rally fell short in a 11-9 defeat on Thursday night at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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14 Golden Flashes Qualify for NCAA Track and Field East First Round Competition

INDIANAPOLIS – The Kent State University track and field program has 14 student-athletes who have earned spots to compete at the 2024 NCAA East First Round, the NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Track and Field and Cross Country…

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Kedronova Begins NCAA Championships on Friday

Freshman Veronika Kedronova will represent Kent State at the 2024 NCAA Women's Golf Championship, which will be held at Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, California from May 17-20. Kedronova's weekend begins at 11:52 a.m. ET on Friday from…

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Flashes Place Fourth Nationally in EM Cup Standings

KENT- The Kent State Athletic Department placed fourth nationally in the Excellence in Management Cup (EM Cup) top-25 for the 2022-23 Division-I FBS Athletic Season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes claim two specialty awards, 19 All-MAC honors

Jaheim Jones capped an impressive season by claiming Mid-American Conference Co-Most Outstanding Performer. To solidify his honor, he posted three victories in four events at the MAC Championships last week. He claimed the 100-meter dash in a…

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Flashes Host Cardinals to Close Regular Season

KENT- Kent State wraps up the regular season this week, hosting Ball State in a pivotal MAC series starting on Thursday night at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Cariaco Earns Conference Pitcher of the Week Honors

KENT- Kent State lefthanded pitcher Peyton Cariaco has earned Mid-American Conference Pitcher of the Week honors for his efforts out of the bullpen in the Flashes' sweep of the rival Zips. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Johnson, Flashes Zip Up Sweep

AKRON- Josh Johnson smacked two homers and drove in seven, leading the Flashes to a 13-8 Mother's Day win and a sweep of the rival Zips. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Jones Breaks Pair of Meet Records, Earns MVP at MAC Outdoor T&F Championships

DEKALB, Ill. – Jaheim Jones set a pair of meet records and claimed the Most Valuable Performer award to lead Kent State to a second-place finish at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Men's Outdoor Track and Field Championships. Read more…

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Kent State Women’s Track and Field Wins Eighth MAC Outdoor Title

DEKALB, Ill. – A record-setting victory in the 4x400-meter relay in the final event put an exclamation mark on Kent State winning the 2024 Mid-American Conference Women's Outdoor Track and Field Championships at the NIU Soccer and Track…

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Pair of Late Rallies Help Flashes Bounce Zips

AKRON- Mike McNamara capped a furious late rally with a three-run homer in the ninth in game one and Kyle Jackson parked a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth of game two, helping the Flashes down the Zips 10-8 in game one and 6-5 in the night…

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Wagon Wheel Rivalry Ramps up with Friday Twin Bill

KENT- The wagon wheel rivalry renews on the baseball diamond this weekend as the Flashes make the short trip down I-76 to take on the Akron Zips at Skeeles Field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kedronova Advances to NCAA Championship as Individual Qualifier

LAS VEGAS — Kent State University freshman Veronika Kedronova punched her ticket to the 2024 NCAA Women's Golf Championship after tying for sixth at the Las Vegas Regional. Kedronova shot 1-under par, 215 over three rounds at Spanish…

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Men's Track and Field ready to defend Indoor Conference Crown in Dekalb, Ill.

KENT – The Kent State Golden Flashes head to Dekalb, Ill. this weekend, May 9-11 for the Mid-American Conference Championships. The meet is hosted by Northern Illinois University. The Kent men are looking to defend their indoor conference…

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Women's Track and Field set for MAC Championships in Dekalb, Ill.

KENT – The Kent State Golden Flashes head to Dekalb, Ill. this weekend, May 9-11 for the Mid-American Conference Championships. The meet is hosted by Northern Illinois University. The Kent women are looking to improve on their indoor…

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Burns Adds Two to Coaching Staff

KENT- Head Football coach Kenni Burns has added a pair of coaches to his staff for the 2024 season with the hirings of CJ Conrad and Malcolm Robinson. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Three Flashes Crack Top 25 after Two Rounds at Las Vegas Regional

KENT, Ohio – Hester Sicking and Veronika Kedronova sit in the top 20 after Day 1 of the NCAA Division I Women's Golf Las Vegas Regional at Spanish Trail Country Club. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Mazanec and Despines Earn All-MAC Honors

CLEVELAND — Kent State graduate student Julia Mazanec and sophomore Bri Despines were among the student-athletes recognized on Wednesday as the Mid-American Conference announced its 2024 postseason softball awards. Mazanec earned a spot on the…

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Pair of Flashes in Top 20 after Round 1 in Las Vegas

KENT, Ohio – Hester Sicking and Veronika Kedronova sit in the top 20 after Day 1 of the NCAA Division I Women's Golf Las Vegas Regional at Spanish Trail Country Club. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Burns Announces Promotion of Kody Morgan

KENT- Head Football coach Kenni Burns has announced the promotion of Kody Morgan to Defensive Coordinator in advance of the 2024 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Name Liberty Assistant Heather Hefner New Field Hockey Head Coach

KENT, Ohio - Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Randale L. Richmond has announced the hiring of Heather Hefner as the eighth head coach in Kent State Field Hockey program history. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women's Golf to Tee Off at Las Vegas Regional Monday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's golf team is set to hit the course at the 2024 NCAA Women's Golf Las Vegas Regional on Monday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Drop Sunday Heartbreaker

KENT- Kent State erased an early six-run deficit but two late RedHawk runs flipped the game to the visitors in 9-8 setback on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Honors Seniors

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State softball team honored its three senior student-athletes prior to first pitch against rival Akron on Sunday at Devine Diamond. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Claims Four Event Victories at WVU Last Chance

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Four members of the Kent State track and field program posted victories at the WVU Last Chance meet on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Race Past Miami, Even Series

KENT- The Flashes snapped Miami's nine-game win streak, getting a solid team effort across the board in a 10-2 victory on Saturday afternoon at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Walk-Off Home Run Sets Up Softball Rivalry Rubber Match on Sunday

KENT, Ohio – Solo home runs in the bottom of the seventh by sophomore Bri Despines and junior Savannah Wing gave the Kent State softball team a 9-8 walk-off victory over rival Akron in the second game of a doubleheader on Friday at Devine…

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Eckerman Finalizes 2024 Recruiting Class

KENT, Ohio — Head coach Haley Eckerman has announced the addition of 10 newcomers to the Kent State volleyball roster for the 2024 season, as the Golden Flashes will look to make their return to the Mid-American Conference Tournament. Read…

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Late Rally Dooms Flashes

KENT- A late Miami rally was too much for the Flashes on Friday, dropping the opener of a three-game set, 4-3 at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Three Flashes Earn All-MAC Honors

CLEVELAND – Three members of the Kent State men's golf team have been earned All-Mid-American Conference Team honors, the league office announced Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Morgantown for Final Tune-Up Before MAC Championships

KENT – The Kent State Track and Field teams will head to the WVU Last Chance Meet hosted by West Virginia University. The meet will begin tomorrow, May 4th, at 11 a.m. with field events and running events will start at 3:00 p.m. Read more at…

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Flashes Welcome in RedHawks for Big MAC Weekend

KENT- The Golden Flashes welcome in the Miami Redhawks for a key conference series at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Hairston named Men's Field Athlete of the Week

CLEVELAND – Del'Mario Hairston was named Mid-American Conference Field Athlete of the Week for his performances at the Clark Wood Open, the conference office announced today. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse honored with five MAC Postseason Awards

CLEVELAND - The Kent State lacrosse team had five student-athletes honored with postseason 2024 Mid-American Conference awards, announced this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Announces Changes to Senior Weekend Schedule

KENT, Ohio — Due to Saturday's projected weather forecast, the Kent State softball team has made changes to the schedule for the upcoming Senior Weekend series against rival Akron. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Michigan in Extras

ANN ARBOR, MI- A pair of late-inning homers were too much to overcome on Tuesday as Kent State fell to Michigan 6-4 in 11 innings on Tuesday in Ann Arbor. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Crumpton awarded Co-Offensive Player of the Week

CLEVELAND, Ohio - The Mid-American Conference announced the final Player of the Week awards for the 2024 season this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Rally in Opener, Split Doubleheader with Chippewas

KENT, Ohio – Kent State started the final week of the regular by splitting a doubleheader with visiting Central Michigan on Tuesday afternoon, rallying to win the first game, 7-6, and then dropping the nightcap, 11-3. Read more at Kent State…

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Soccer Signs Nine Recruits for 2024 Season

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State soccer team will welcome seven incoming freshmen and one transfer for the 2024 season as the Golden Flashes will look to make their third Mid-American Conference Championship appearance in the last four years. Read…

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Flashes Head to Ann Arbor to Take on Wolverines

KENT- The Golden Flashes wrap up the mid-week portion of the schedule, heading to Ann Arbor to tangle with the Michigan Wolverines. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Tuesday Doubleheader to Begin Busy Week at Devine Diamond

The Kent State softball team returns to Devine Diamond for the final five games of the regular season, beginning with a doubleheader against Central Michigan that is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Senderoff Adds Familiar Face to Coaching Staff

KENT, Ohio - A familiar face to Kent State Basketball fans is set to return to the bench this fall, as a coach instead of a player. Head coach Rob Senderoff announced that Jalen Avery is returning to the program as an assistant coach. Read more at…

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Two Flashes Earn Top 10 Finishes, Men’s Golf Takes 3rd at MAC Championship

KENT, Ohio – After a strong opening round at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Men's Golf Championship, the Kent State men's golf team sits in a tie for third place after shooting even par as a team. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Run-Rule Falcons to Take Series

KENT- Eric Chalus pitched into the seventh and a team-wide offensive effort led to a 12-2 run-rule victory for the Flashes and a series win over the first-place Bowling Green Falcons. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Six Flashes Post All-Time Top-10 Marks at Clark Wood Invitational

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Six members of the Kent State track and field program posted personal-bests that put them in the top-10 in school history during action at the Clark Wood Invitational on Friday and Saturday. Read more at Kent State…

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Gold Team Wins Flash Bowl II, 24-23

KENT, Ohio – A 44-yard field goal off the foot of Andrew Glass as time wound down on the clock gave the Gold Team a 24-23 victory over the Blue Team in Flash Bowl II. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Falcons Even Up Series With Flashes

KENT- Payton Ebbing had another two-hit night but a five-run third by Bowling Green was too much on Saturday in a 10-0 setback at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Drops Final Road Doubleheader to First-Place RedHawks

OXFORD, Ohio – Host Miami belted seven home runs as Kent State dropped the final two road games of the regular season on Saturday by scores of 13-1 and 9-1. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse secures final home contest victory

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (6-11, 3-3 MAC) won, 15-9, against Central Michigan (5-12, 5-1 MAC) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Pair of Flashes in the Top 10 at MAC Championship

KENT, Ohio – After a strong opening round at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Men's Golf Championship, the Kent State men's golf team sits in a tie for third place after shooting even par as a team. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Walk-Off Falcons to Take Opener

KENT- Mike McNamara sent a double into the left field corner, scoring Brody Williams and walking off the first-place Bowling Green Falcons 6-5 in front of a sold out Schoonover Stadium on Friday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Mazanec Homers Twice in Series Opener at Miami

OXFORD, Ohio – Graduate student Julia Mazanec hit two homer runs and scored three times as Kent State threatened to give first-place Miami its first home loss of the season before falling, 8-6, Friday evening in the opening game of a…

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Flashes in the Hunt after Opening Round at MAC Championship

KENT, Ohio – After a strong opening round at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Men's Golf Championship, the Kent State men's golf team sits in a tie for third place after shooting even par as a team. Read more at Kent State…

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Women's Golf Sweeps Specialty Awards, Three Flashes Earn All-MAC Honors

CLEVELAND – After winning its 25th consecutive Mid-American Conference Championship on Tuesday, the Kent State women's golf team was well-represented in the league's postseason awards. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host Falcons in Big Weekend MAC Series

KENT- The Golden Flashes welcome in first-place Bowling Green for a critical three-game weekend series, starting on Friday night at 6 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men's Golf Set to Vie for 29th MAC Title

KENT, Ohio – After a strong 2024 campaign, the Kent State men's golf program will look to capture its 29th Mid-American Conference Championship at The Club at Chatham Hills in Westfield, Indiana. Read more at Kent State University…

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Golden Flashes Ready for Final Road Series at Miami

Kent State hits the road for the final time to play first-place Miami in a three-game Mid-American Conference softball series. A single game is slated for 5 p.m. on Friday with a doubleheader on Saturday at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University…

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Golden Flashes prepare for final regular season contest

The Kent State lacrosse team (5-11, 2-3 MAC) prepares to wrap up the 2024 regular season against Central Michigan (5-11, 5-0 MAC) at Dix Stadium on Saturday, April 27 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Track and Field heads to the Derby City for Clark Wood Open

KENT – The Kent State Track and Field teams will head to the Clark Wood Open hosted by the University of Louisville. The meet will begin tomorrow at 11 a.m. with field events and running events will start at 4:30 p.m. On Saturday field events…

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Golden Flashes Tripped Up by Golden Eagles

KENT- A six-run second inning by the Clarion Golden Eagles was too much to overcome, as the Flashes fell 10-5 on a cold Wednesday night at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Sweeps MAC Field Athlete of the Week Awards

CLEVELAND – Kent State student-athletes Gabby Bailey and Liam Vinskovich were recognized for their outstanding performances this past weekend at the Jim Green Invitational at the University of Kentucky with Mid-American Conference Field…

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Flashes Earn Ten Seed in Las Vegas Regional

KENT, Ohio – The Mid-American Conference Champion Kent State women's golf team will travel to Las Vegas for the regional round of the 2024 NCAA Division I Women's Golf Champions. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Transfer Jamal Sumlin Joining Flashes Program

KENT, Ohio – Head Coach Rob Senderoff and the Kent State men's basketball program announced the signing of Jamal Sumlin, or "Wopp" as many like to call him to the 2024 class on Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Remains Perfect, Wins 25th MAC Championship

GROVE CITY, Ohio – After 18 holes at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Women's Championship, the Kent State women's golf team leads the ten-team field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Nuechterlein Named MAC Softball Pitcher of the Week

CLEVELAND — Kent State freshman Megan Nuechterlein has been named Mid-American Conference Pitcher of the Week, the league office announced on Tuesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Outslug Penguins

NILES, OH- Every Kent State starter had a hit and the Flashes earned win number 20 of the season, taking down Youngstown State 13-8 at a windy Eastwood Field on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Take Down Vikings, 10-2

CLEVELAND – The Kent State softball team was victorious in the final non-conference game of the season, defeating host Cleveland State 10-2 on Tuesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes in the Lead Entering Final Round at MAC Championship

GROVE CITY, Ohio – After 18 holes at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Women's Championship, the Kent State women's golf team leads the ten-team field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set for Flash Bowl II on Saturday Evening

KENT- Spring football wraps this weekend with Flash Bowl II, the annual spring game set for a 6 p.m. start inside Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set for Pair of Mid-Week Contests

KENT- The Golden Flashes start a five-game week with a pair of mid-week games, heading to Youngstown to face the Penguins and hosting the Clarion Golden Eagles on Wednesday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Back in Action Tuesday at Cleveland State

The Kent State softball team will play its final non-conference game of the season against Cleveland State on Tuesday at Viking Field. First pitch is now scheduled for 12:30 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Takagi, Kedronova Leading the Pack after 18 Holes at MAC Championship

GROVE CITY, Ohio – After 18 holes at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Women's Championship, the Kent State women's golf team leads the ten-team field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Finish Fourth in Regular Season Finale

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Kent State men's golf team leads the field after 18 holes at the Robert Kepler Intercollegiate. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Get Milestone Win in Dramatic Fashion

DeKALB,ILL- Tim Orr capped a two-out ninth inning rally with a grand slam and the Flashes outlasted Northern Illinois 9-8 in 10 innings to take the series and earn the 2,000th win in program history. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall to the Titans

DETROIT, Mich. - The Kent State lacrosse team (5-11, 2-3 MAC) fell, 11-15, to Detroit Mercy (4-11, 3-3 MAC) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Beats BG 6-1 for MAC Series Sweep

KENT, Ohio – Kent State defeated Bowling Green, 6-1, Sunday afternoon at Devine Diamond to secure its second series sweep of a Mid-American Conference opponent this season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Big Inning Does In Flashes on Saturday

DeKALB, IL- Josh Johnson continued to swing a hot bat but a five-run third from NIU did in the Flashes in a 7-3 setback on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Nuechterlein Earns Pair of Victories vs. Falcons

KENT, Ohio – Freshman Megan Nuechterlein tossed 13 innings and earned a pair of wins on Saturday afternoon as Kent State defeated visiting Bowling Green, 7-4 and 4-1, in a doubleheader at Devine Diamond Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Tied for the Lead after Two Rounds in Columbus

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Kent State men's golf team leads the field after 18 holes at the Robert Kepler Intercollegiate. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women's Golf to Compete for 25th Straight MAC Title

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's golf team will begin its quest for a 25th-straight Mid-American Conference Championship on Sunday. The three-day event will take place April 21-23 at the par-72, 6,201-yard Pinnacle Golf Club in Grove…

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Vinskovich's Victory leads Flashes in Kentucky

LEXINGTON, Ky. – Liam Vinskovich cleared 6' 10" in the high jump to claim the win and lead the Kent State Track and Field teams at the Jim Green Invitational on Saturday. The Flashes claimed one event win, four second-place finishes, and nine…

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Bickerstaff Brilliant as Flashes Top Huskies in Opener

DeKALB, ILL- Calvin Bickerstaff tossed seven innings of one-run ball and Josh Johnson and Brody Williams led a balanced offense in a 7-3 series opening win at NIU on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Atop Leaderboard after Opening Round at Robert Kepler Intercollegiate

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Kent State men's golf team leads the field after 18 holes at the Robert Kepler Intercollegiate. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes prepare for contest in Detroit

The Kent State lacrosse team (5-10, 2-2 MAC) travels to Michigan to take on Detroit Mercy (3-11, 2-3 MAC) in a Mid-American Conference matchup on Sunday, April 21 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Back at Devine Diamond for MAC Series vs. Bowling Green

The Kent State softball team returns to action at Devine Diamond this weekend, hosting Bowling Green for a Mid-American Conference series. A doubleheader is slated for 1 p.m. on Saturday, while the finale will be played on Sunday at noon. Read more…

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Nine Flashes Earn Academic All-MAC Honors

CLEVELAND – Nine student-athletes from the Kent State gymnastics team have been named to the 2023 Academic All-Mid-American Conference team, the league announced Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men's Golf to Wrap Up Regular Season in Columbus

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State men's golf team will make the short trip west this weekend to wrap up their regular season at the 52nd Robert Kepler Intercollegiate, hosted by Ohio State. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Extend Todd Starkey Through 29-30 Season

KENT,OHIO- Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Randale L. Richmond has announced a contract extension for head women's basketball coach Todd Starkey through the 2029-2030 season. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kedronova Closes Regular Season with Third MAC Women’s Golfer of the Week Award

CLEVELAND – For the third time this season, Kent State freshman Veronika Kedronova has been named Mid-American Conference Women's Golfer of the Week, the conference office announced on Thursday. Read more at Kent State University…

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Track and Field set to compete at Kentucky, Baldwin-Wallace

KENT – The Kent State Men's and Women's Track and Field are set to compete at the Jim Green Invitational and the 54th Sparky Adams Invitational in Lexington, Ky., and Berea, Ohio. The Jim Green Invitational will take place tomorrow,…

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Flashes Head West to Face NIU

KENT- The Golden Flashes take its longest in-conference road trip this weekend, heading to DeKalb to meet up with the Northern Illinois Huskies for a three-game series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Track and Field Earns Four Athlete of the Week Honors

CLEVELAND – Jaheim Jones, Kristian Kneffler, and Gabby Bailey were named Mid-American Conference Track and Field Athletes of the Week for their performances at the Duke Invitational, the conference office announced today. Jones and Kneffler…

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Flashes Land Six on Academic All-MAC Team

KENT- The Golden Flashes placed six wrestlers on the Academic All-MAC Team, the conference announced on Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Transfer Marquis Barnett Joining Flashes Program

KENT, Ohio – Head Coach Rob Senderoff and the Kent State men's basketball program announced the signing of Marquis Barnett to the 2024 class on Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes and Buckeyes Washed Out on Wednesday

KENT- The Golden Flashes Wednesday night's contest versus Ohio State has been canceled due to impending weather in the Kent area. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Add Cian Medley to 2024 Class

KENT, Ohio – Head Coach Rob Senderoff and the Kent State men's basketball program announced the signing of Cian Medley to the 2024 class on Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Adds Game at Cleveland State on April 23

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State softball team has added a game to its schedule and will play a 2 p.m. contest at Cleveland State on Tuesday, April 23. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Happy Trip to Happy Valley: Flashes with B1G Win over Nittany Lions

STATE COLLEGE, PA- Five Flashes had two-hit games and the Flashes flew the flag for the second time in as many opportunities with a 10-3 victory at Penn State on Tuesday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Pitching Shines During Doubleheader at Buffalo

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Freshmen Ella Esterby and Megan Nuechterlein allowed just one earned run and held host Buffalo to a .167 batting average as Kent State split a Mid-American Conference doubleheader on Tuesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Set for B1G Mid-Week Games

KENT- The Golden Flashes have a B1G mid-week with Kent State taking on Penn State in Happy Valley on Tuesday and hosting Ohio State on Wednesday evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Head to Buffalo for Tuesday Doubleheader

Kent State will play a Mid-American Conference softball doubleheader on Tuesday afternoon at Buffalo. First pitch from Nan Harvey Field is scheduled for 1 p.m. Both games will be streamed on the UB Bulls YouTube channel. Read more at Kent State…

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Kedronova Finishes Fourth, Leads Women's Golf to Sixth-Place Finish at Therese Hession Invite

COLUMBUS – Veronika Kedronova shot a one-over 217 to lead the Kent State Women's Golf team to a sixth-place finish at the Therese Hession Buckeye Invite on Sunday. The invitational was held at the Scarlet Course, a 6,319-yard par 72, and…

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Flashes fall to the Buffaloes

BOULDER, Colo. - The Kent State lacrosse team (5-10) fell, 20-5, against No. 20 Colorado (10-4) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Slug 10 Dingers in Sunday Win

TOLEDO- Kent State blasted a program-best 10 home runs in a comeback 18-12, extra inning victory over Toledo on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Big Inning Downs Kent State on Sunday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State softball team lost the series finale against Western Michigan, 8-2, at Devine Diamond on Sunday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Swept in Saturday Twin Bill

TOLEDO- The Golden Flashes dropped both games of a Saturday double header, falling to the Host Toledo Rockets 12-1 and 11-7. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men's 4x100-relay Shatters Program Record, Flashes set a Dozen All-Time Marks in Durham, N.C.

DURHAM, N.C. –The men's 4x100-meter relay squad of Logan Doyle, Sean Callahan Jr., Dejon Manning, and Jaheim Jones took down a 19-year-old school record to lead the Kent State Track and Field teams at the Duke Invitational this weekend.…

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Broncos Take Two From Flashes

KENT, Ohio – The sixth inning was the difference in both games of a doubleheader at Devine Diamond on Saturday, as Kent State fell to visiting Western Michigan, 10-2 and 6-5. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women's Golf Third After Day One of the Therese Hession Invite

COLUMBUS – Veronika Kedronova fired a 2-under 70 in the first round to lead Kent State on the first day of the Therese Hession Buckeye Invite. The invitational is held on the Scarlet Course, a 6,319-yard par 72. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes In Eighth After Day One of Stitch Intercollegiate

RALEIGH- Kent State sits in eighth place after 36 holes and day one at the Stitch Intercollegiate, hosted by NC State. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Six Women’s Basketball Student-Athletes Named to Academic All-MAC Team

CLEVELAND — Six members of Kent State's 2024 Mid-American Conference Tournament championship team have been named to the Women's Basketball Academic All-MAC Team, the conference office announced on Thursday. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Head to Toledo to Clash with Rockets

KENT- The Golden Flashes start back-to-back road conference weekends with a trip to the Glass City to face the Toledo Rockets in a three-game series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Track and Field Ready for Duke Invitational

KENT – The Kent State Men's and Women's Track and Field will compete at the Duke Invitational in Durham, N.C. this weekend. This is the only meet the Flashes will compete at this weekend. The meet begins today, April 11, with the…

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Flashes Sit Atop MAC in Five-Year Learfield Cup Standings

KENT- The Kent State Golden Flashes rank atop the Mid-American Conference in a five-year snapshot of the Learfield Director's Cup, a measure of department-wide success. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Sign Anthony Morales

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State men's basketball program announced the signing of Anthony Morales to the 2024 class. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Announces Changes to Weekend Series Against WMU

KENT, Ohio — Due to projected rain showers on Friday, the Kent State softball team has made changes to the schedule for the weekend's home series against Western Michigan. A doubleheader is still slated for 1 p.m. at Devine Diamond on…

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Ayden Bath Named Field Athlete of the Week

CLEVELAND – The Mid-American Conference announced their track and field athletes of the week today. Ayden Bath was named men's field athlete of the week for his performance in the decathlon at the Hurricane Alumni Invitational. Read more…

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Trio Earns Academic All-MAC Honors

CLEVELAND, OH – The Kent State University men's basketball team had three student-athletes represented on the Academic All-MAC Team for the 2024 season, the Mid-American Conference office announced Wednesday. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Earn Team Scholar Top-30

KENT- The Golden Flashes were recognized by the National Wrestling Coaches' Association (NWCA), finishing in the top-25 in the NWCA's Scholar Top-30. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fly the Flag and Take Down Pitt

KENT- Mike McNamara slugged a second inning grand slam and six Golden Flash pitchers combined to fly the flag in a 5-4 victory over the Pitt Panthers in front of a sold out Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Wolford awarded MAC Offensive Player of the Week

CLEVELAND, Ohio - The Mid-American Conference announced this week's Player of the Week honorees this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Sasitharan Promoted to Soccer Associate Head Coach

Rocky Sasitharan has been named Associate Head Coach of the Kent State soccer program after six years on the sidelines at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium, the last three as an assistant coach. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Johnson Captures Player of the Week Honors, Team Preps for Pitt

KENT- Josh Johnson led a hot-hitting offense over the weekend and earned Mid-American Conference Player of the Week for his efforts. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes victory over Zips on Senior Day

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (5-9, 2-2 MAC) won 18-12 against Akron (5-8, 0-3 MAC) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Clip Eagles to Take Series

KENT- The Golden Flashes jumped up early on Eastern Michigan and rolled to a 9-2 victory on Sunday afternoon at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Beats Toledo in Series Finale

TOLEDO, Ohio – Kent State scored the most runs against a Mid-American Conference opponent this season on Sunday and defeated host Toledo, 8-2, to take the final game of the series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Claim Five Event Victories in the Rubber City

KENT – The Kent State women claimed three event victories at the Northeast Ohio Open and Ayden Bath earned a spot on the all-time top-10 list in the decathlon at the Hurricane Alumni Invitational as the Kent State track and field teams closed…

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Kent State Drops Twinbill Saturday at Toledo

TOLEDO, Ohio – Kent State dropped two games to host Toledo on Saturday afternoon, 8-4 and 4-3. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Eagles Outlast Flashes in Extras

KENT- The Golden Flashes erased an early eight-run Eastern Michigan lead, but the Eagles outlasted the Flashes 13-12 in 11 innings on a Saturday in the park at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Drop 20 Piece on Eagles

KENT- Every Flash that stepped to the plate reached base and Kent State scored 20 or more runs for the third time this season in a 20-7 win over Eastern Michigan on Friday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Recognize 2024 Seniors against TSDTR

The Kent State lacrosse team (4-9, 1-2 MAC) takes on Akron (5-7, 0-2 MAC) on Sunday, April 7 at 1 p.m. for Senior Day in a Mid-American Conference matchup. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Takagi and Sicking Take Home MAC Co-Golfers of the Week

Leon Takagi and Hester Sicking earned MAC Co-Golfers of the week after last weekend's performance at The Bruzzy in Ardmore, Oklahoma. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Head to Toledo for MAC Softball Series

The Kent State softball team continues Mid-American Conference play with a three-game series at Toledo. A doubleheader is scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday and a single game on Sunday at 12 p.m. The entire series will be streamed on ESPN+. Read more at…

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Flashes Post 195.650 at Michigan Regional

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Kent State Gymnastics made its return to the NCAA Championships on Saturday, scoring 195.650 at the Michigan Regional. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Welcome in EMU For Key MAC Series

KENT- The Golden Flashes return to the friendly confines of Schoonover Stadium for a three-game slate against the Eastern Michigan Eagles. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Eckerman Inks One-Year Contract Extension

KENT- Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Randale L. Richmond has announced a one-year contract extension for head volleyball coach Haley Eckerman. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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David Duggan Steps Down as Flashes' Defensive Coordinator

KENT- Kent State defensive coordinator David Duggan is stepping down, taking a high school football head coaching position at Jackson Academy near his family in Jackson, Mississippi. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Miami and Akron

The Kent State Men's and Women's track and field teams will compete at the Hurricane Alumni Invitational and the Northeast Ohio Open in Miami, Fla., and Akron, respectively. A group of combined event athletes and jumpers will head to…

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Gabby Bailey Named MAC Scholar-Athlete of the Week

CLEVELAND – The Mid-American Conference announced today the winners of this week's scholar-athletes of the week. Graduate student Gabby Bailey was the women's winner this week. The scholar-athlete of the week is awarded to a…

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Gymnastics Travels to Ann Arbor for Michigan Regional

KENT, Ohio – The 2024 Mid-American Conference Regular Season Co-Champion Kent State gymnastics team returns to the NCAA Championships this week, heading to Ann Arbor for the squad's first regional appearance since the 2021 campaign. Read…

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Golden Flashes Drop MAC Games to Ohio

KENT, Ohio – Kent State lost to visiting Ohio, 7-1 and 4-2, in a Mid-American Conference doubleheader at Devine Diamond on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Place Trio on Scholar All-American List

KENT- A trio of Kent State wrestlers have earned Scholar All-America status as announced by the National Wrestling Coaches' Association. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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41 Track and Field Athletes named Academic All Mid-American Conference

CLEVELAND – The Mid-American Conference announced today the 2024 Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field Academic All-MAC Team. A total of 165 student-athletes were named to the teams. The Golden Flashes led both teams with 26 women…

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Rain Postpones Tuesday and Wednesday Ohio State Games

KENT- The Flashes home-and-home series this week against Ohio State has been canceled due to weather forecast in the Kent and Columbus area. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Hosts Ohio for Tuesday Doubleheader at Devine Diamond

Kent State will play its first home Mid-American Conference softball games at Devine Diamond of the season on Tuesday, hosting Ohio for a doubleheader scheduled for 12 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Takagi and Sicking Finish in Top Ten, Flashes Place Ninth at The Bruzzy

Leon Takagi and Hester Sicking put up top ten finishes for the Kent State women's golf team at The Bruzzy tournament this weekend, each tying for 10th among the 72 golfer field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall to Eastern Michigan

YPSILANTI, Mich. - The Kent State lacrosse team (4-9, 1-2 MAC) fell 12-11 against Eastern Michigan (5-4, 2-0 MAC) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Splits Doubleheader at NIU

DEKALB, Ill. – Kent State evened the series with a 5-3 victory in the first game of a doubleheader on Saturday before dropping the rubber match to host Northern Illinois, 5-2. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Rally to Take Finale

KALAMAZOO-The Flashes rallied for two in the ninth and Peyton Cariaco closed the door on the Broncos in a 5-4 comeback win on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes set Six New Top-10 Marks in North Carolina and Texas

KENT - The Kent State track and field teams competed this weekend in four different meets across the country. On Thursday the Flashes got started in Raleigh, N.C. at the Raleigh Relays with the distance squad, the sprinters competed on Friday in…

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Women's Golf Ready to Compete in The Bruzzy

The Kent State women's golf team returns to action tomorrow playing in 'The Bruzzy' in Ardmore, Oklahoma, hosted by the University of North Texas. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Comeback Falls Short Against Broncos

KALAMAZOO- The Flashes brought the tying run to the plate in the ninth but couldn't push across the tying run in a 7-5 setback to the Western Michigan Broncos on Friday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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NIU Rallies in Late Innings to Take Series Opener

DEKALB, Ill. – Kent State fell to host Northern Illinois, 3-2, in the opener of a Mid-American Conference series on Friday after the host scored twice in the bottom of the seventh. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes continue MAC play against Eastern Michigan

The Kent State lacrosse team (4-8, 1-1 MAC) travels to Ypsilanti, Mich. to take on Eastern Michigan (4-4, 1-0 MAC) on Sunday, March 31 at 12 p.m in a Mid-American Conference matchup. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Can't Tame Broncos in Opener

KALAMAZOO- Mike McNamara drove in a pair, but a pair of big innings, including a four-run sixth was too much to overcome in a 9-3 setback at Western Michigan in the series opener. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Visits NIU for Second MAC Series

The Kent State softball team will play its second Mid-American Conference series this weekend at Northern Illinois. A single game is scheduled for Friday at 4 p.m. ET and a doubleheader will be played Saturday with first pitched scheduled for 2 p.m.…

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Raimondo Tabbed for Canadian U-20 WNT Project in Germany

KENT, Ohio – Kent State freshman midfielder Alanna Raimondo has been selected to join the Canadian U-20 Women's National Team Project in Germany this April. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to the 'Zoo to Take on Broncos

KENT- The Golden Flashes hit the road for a three-game conference series against Western Michigan, starting on Thursday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Track and Field Ready for a Busy Weekend

The Kent State track and field team is set for a busy weekend of competition. It will have athletes competing in four different meets across the country. The Flashes will begin competition tomorrow at the Raleigh Relays in Raleigh, N.C. with a group…

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Women’s Basketball Lands Four on CSC Academic All-District® Team

KENT, Ohio – Kent State women's basketball student-athletes Jenna Batsch, Bridget Dunn, Mikala Morris and Abby Ogle have been named to the 2024 Academic All-District® teams, selected by College Sports Communicators (CSC). Read more…

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MAC Announces 2024 Volleyball Schedule

CLEVELAND — Kent State will open Mid-American Conference action by hosting Eastern Michigan on Sept. 26-27, as the league office released the 2024 conference volleyball schedule on Wednesday morning. Read more at Kent State University…

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Golden Flashes Finish 9th at Hootie at Bulls Bay Intercollegiate

The Kent State men's golf recorded their second consecutive 9th place performance in the past week, this time at the Hootie at the Bulls Bay Intercollegiate. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Rain Postpones OSU Contest

KENT- Due to forecasted rain, today's baseball game at Ohio State has been postponed. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Irelan Earns Second Straight MAC Softball Pitcher of the Week Honor

CLEVELAND — Kent State's Macy Irelan has claimed back-to-back Mid-American Conference Pitcher of the Week, the league office announced on Tuesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open Road Slate at Ohio State

KENT- The Flashes embark on a four-game road trip starting on Tuesday at Ohio State with a first pitch from Columbus set for 5 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics Headed to Michigan for NCAA Championships

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team will head to the Michigan Regional for the 2024 NCAA Gymnastics Championships, the NCAA announced Monday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Split Sunday Twin Bill with Hawks

KENT-The Golden Flashes split Sunday's double header with Saint Joe's, walking off the Hawks in game one and dropping game two. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set to Compete in Hootie at Bulls Bay Intercollegiate

The Kent State men's golf team is back in action for their second tournament this week, this time competing in the Hootie at Bulls Bay Intercollegiate, hosted by the University of South Carolina. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Vandette Notches Another MAC Golfer of The Week Honor

Chris Vandette was named MAC golfer of the week for the second time in 2024, notching the honor for both of his last two performances. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Complete Sweep of Ball State in MAC-Opening Series

MUNCIE, Ind. – The Kent State softball team took both games of a doubleheader from host Ball State on Saturday afternoon, 6-3 and 6-2, to extend its winning streak to 10. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Shine on Vault, Place Third at MAC Championships

MUNCIE, Ind. – Nastia Rudnitskaya tied for the win on vault as the Kent State gymnastics team placed third at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Championships at Ball State. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Drops NCAA Tournament First Round Game to No. 2 Seed Notre Dame

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — No. 15 Kent State fell to host No. 2 seed Notre Dame, 81-67, in a NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament first round contest Saturday afternoon at Purcell Pavilion. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes fall to the Colonials in double overtime

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (4-8, 1-1 MAC) fell 11-10 in double overtime against Robert Morris (3-8, 2-0 MAC) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Out Dual Hawks, 3-2

KENT- Jack Kartsonas tossed six shutout innings and Jake Casey drove in a pair, highlighting a 3-2 win over Saint Joseph's in Friday's series opener. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Takes MAC Opener, Beats Ball State 5-0

MUNCIE, Ind. – Kent State softball opened Mid-American Conference play with a 5-0 win over Ball State on Friday. Six different Golden Flashes tallied hits as Macy Irelan earned her sixth win of the season. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Look to Continue Historic Season at MAC Championships

KENT, Ohio – After securing the tenth Mid-American Conference regular season title in program history last weekend, the Kent State gymnastic team turns its attention to the MAC Championships at Ball State on Saturday. The Golden Flashes are…

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McKenzie Lyng Announces Women's Golf Scholarship Endowment

KENT- Kent State women's golf alum McKenzie Lyng (Jackson) ('11) has announced plans to endow a women's golf scholarship, becoming the first women's golf alumni to do so. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open MAC Slate with Weekend Series at Ball State

Kent State travels to Muncie to open the conference portion of the 2024 schedule against Ball State. Friday's game has been moved up from 3 p.m. to 12 p.m. to avoid possible bad weather, followed by a Saturday doubleheader scheduled to start at…

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Flashes Welcome in Hawks for Non-Con Weekend

KENT- The Flashes (9-11) return home to Schoonover Stadium this weekend, welcoming in Saint Joe's (8-10) for a three-game, non-conference series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set for Outdoor Opener at West Virginia

MORGANTOWN- The Kent State track and field team is set to begin the outdoor portion of their schedule tomorrow, March 22, at the Mylan Park Track and Field Complex hosted by Kent State University. Kent is coming off a successful indoor campaign that…

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Kent State Opens NCAA Tournament Saturday at No. 2 Seed Notre Dame

The Kent State women's basketball team returns to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 22 years on Saturday with a first-round matchup against No. 2 seed Notre Dame. Tip from Purcell Pavilion is scheduled for 2:15 p.m. on ESPN. Read more…

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Flashes Tie for Ninth at General Jim Hackler Championship

The Kent State men's golf team tied for 9th out of 14 teams at the General Jim Hackler Championship in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Dunn Earns MAC Scholar-Athlete of the Week Honors

CLEVELAND – Bridget Dunn was named the Mid-American Conference Scholar-Athlete of the week, the league office announced Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Late Rally Spurns Flashes Comeback

PITTSBURGH- Lance MacDonald cracked a go-ahead grand slam in the seventh but Pitt rallied back in the eighth, ultimately taking a 12-8 slug fest on Tuesday afternoon in the Steel City. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall to Pitt

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (4-7, 1-0 MAC) fell 21-5 to Pitt (3-7, 0-4 ACC) this afternoon, Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Three Flashes Named to All-MAC Teams

CLEVELAND – Sarah Haxton, Heidi Schultz, and Karlie Franz have all earned yearly honors from the Mid-American Conference, the league announced Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Irelan Named MAC Softball Pitcher of the Week

CLEVELAND — Kent State sophomore Macy Irelan has been named Mid-American Conference Pitcher of the Week, the league office announced on Tuesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse Prepares for Home Contests against Pittsburgh and Robert Morris

The Kent State lacrosse team (4-6, 1-0 MAC) hosts Pittsburgh (2-7, 0-4 ACC) on Tuesday, March 19 at 4 p.m. and Robert Morris (2-8, 1-0 MAC) on Saturday, March 23 at 1 p.m. at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Pittsburgh to Wrap Road Trip

KENT- The Golden Flashes wrap a four-game road trip on Tuesday, traveling to the steel city to take on the Pitt Panthers for a 3 p.m. first pitch. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Travel to Myrtle Beach for General Jim Hackler Championship

Coming off one of their best team performances of the season, the Kent State men's golf team is in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to compete in the General Jim Hackler Championship, hosted by Coastal Carolina University. Read more at Kent State…

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Kent State Draws Notre Dame in NCAA Tournament First Round

INDIANAPOLIS – The Kent State women's basketball team will travel to Notre Dame, Indiana for the opening weekend of the 2024 NCAA Tournament. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Heartbreak in 2024 MAC Tournament Championship Game

Cleveland, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (17-16, 11-10 MAC) fell to rival Akron in the 2024 MAC Tournament Championship. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics Celebrates MAC Regular Season Co-Championship with Senior Day Win

KENT, Ohio – With a 197.100-195.750 win over Bowling Green on senior day, the Kent State gymnastics team earned a share of the Mid-American Conference regular season title heading into the conference championship meet. The Golden Flashes tied…

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Offense Erupts as Flashes Take Finale

ATHENS- The Golden Flashes' offense erupted for the second time this week, scoring 13 times in the fifth and routing the Ohio Bobcats 22-4, taking the finale of the three-game series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Beat Manhattan to Complete Series Sweep

RIVERDALE, N.Y. – The Kent State softball team defeated Manhattan, 4-1, on Sunday to sweep the host in the final non-conference weekend of the season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Win in MAC Opener

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (4-6, 1-0 MAC) won 16-15 against Youngstown State (0-8, 0-1 MAC) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Sweeps Manhattan in Saturday Softball Doubleheader

RIVERDALE, N.Y. – Kent State pounded out 26 hits, including 13 for extra bases, while beating host Manhattan by scores of 7-0 and 8-1 in a doubleheader on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Drop 10-9 Shootout in Athens

ATHENS- The Golden Flashes were on the wrong end of a 10-9 back-and-forth shootout against the Ohio Bobcats in Athens on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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MAC Champs! Kent State Beats Buffalo in Women’s Basketball Championship Game

CLEVELAND — Kent State captured its first Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Tournament championship since 2002 on Saturday, defeating Buffalo, 78-60, in the title game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Read more at Kent State…

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Gymnasts Hosts BG on Senior Day Sunday

KENT, Ohio – Kent State will wrap up the home portion of the 2024 gymnastics schedule on Sunday, March 17, at 1 p.m. when the Golden Flashes host Bowling Green as part of Senior Day. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Advance to the MAC Tournament Championship Game to Face Rival Akron

Cleveland, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (17-16, 10-10 MAC) will return to the MAC Tournament Championship game for the third straight year after their 73-60 victory over No.5 seed Bowling Green earlier today. The Flashes will look…

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Flashes Comeback Thwarted by Late Rally

ATHENS- Kent State rallied late against the Ohio Bobcats but the home side rallied back with a five-run eighth in a 9-4 setback in the series opener on Friday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State to Meet Buffalo in MAC Women’s Basketball Tournament Title Game

Kent State will play Buffalo in the 2024 Mid-American Conference Tournament championship game on Saturday at 11 a.m. on CBS Sports Network. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Dominates Inside, Takes Down Ball State in MAC Tournament Semifinals

CLEVELAND — Kent State has advanced to the Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Tournament championship game for the first time since 2006, beating Ball State, 65-50, in a semifinal contest at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on Friday. …

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Nick Saban Elected into Mid-American Conference Hall of Fame

CLEVELAND- Varsity K Hall of Famer (2015) and two-time Kent State graduate Nick Saban ('73, '75) will be inducted into the Mid-American Conference Hall of Fame as a member of the 2024 class. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Heads to Manhattan for Final Non-Conference Games

Kent State will head to Manhattan for the last weekend of non-conference play. A doubleheader is scheduled for 12 p.m. on Saturday with a single game slated for 11 a.m. on Sunday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes and Cardinals to Meet Friday in MAC Women’s Basketball Tournament Semifinals

A spot in the Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Tournament championship game will be on the line when No. 3 seed Kent State battles No. 2 seed Ball State in a semifinals contest on Friday, March 13. Tip inside Rocket Mortgage…

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Flashes Upset No.1 Seed Toledo in MAC Tournament

Cleveland, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (16-16, 9-10 MAC) upset No.1 Toledo, 67-59, earlier today. With today's win, the Flashes will advance to the semifinals on Friday, March 15. The Flashes will take on No.5 Bowling Green…

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Flashes Look to Stay Hot at Ohio

KENT- The Golden Flashes head back on the road this weekend, starting a four-game road trip in Athens to take on the 5-9 Ohio University Bobcats in a three-game series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Schaffer Named Alternate for NCAA Championships

KENT- Golden Flashes sophomore Blake Schaffer has been named the lone alternate at 197 pounds in the upcoming NCAA Wrestling Championships in Kansas City, Missouri. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Takes Down NIU in MAC Tournament Quarterfinals

CLEVELAND — Kent State advanced to the Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Tournament semifinals for the second year in a row after defeating Northern Illinois, 63-60, at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on Wednesday evening. Read more…

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Kent State Beats YSU in Softball Home Opener, 2-1

KENT, Ohio – Sophomore Brynn Libler drove in the go-ahead run with a triple in the bottom of the sixth and sophomore Macy Irelan retired visiting Youngtown State in order in the top of the seventh to give Kent State a 2-1 victory in the home…

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Flashes win against Saint Francis

SAINT FRANCIS, Pa. - The Kent State lacrosse team (3-6) won, 18-12, against Saint Francis (1-5) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Cleveland for MAC Men's Basketball Tournament Quarterfinals

Cleveland, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (15-16, 8-10 MAC) wrapped up their regular season on the road against Toledo losing 71-86. With Toledo's victory, they collected their fourth straight MAC title. Read more at Kent State…

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Jalen Sullinger Named Third Team All-MAC; VonCameron Davis Earns All-MAC Honorable Mentions

CLEVELAND, OH - Jalen Sullinger and VonCameron Davis of the Kent State men's basketball team were recognized by the Mid-American Conference on Wednesday when the league announced its annual awards. Sullinger earned a spot on the All-MAC Third…

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Flashes Place Three in Top 20, Tie for 4th at Jackrabbit Invitational

Leon Takagi, Veronika Kedronova, and Hester Sicking all secured top 20 finishes the past two days at the Jackrabbit Invitational in Boulder City, Nevada. As a team, KSU tied for 4th among the 13 team field. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Set to Meet NIU in MAC Women’s Basketball Tournament Quarterfinals

Kent State will play Northern Illinois in the quarterfinals of the Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Tournament for the second year in a row, this time from the No. 3 seed line. The matchup will be the final quarterfinal contest played…

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Flashes Pound Penguins with Offensive Avalanche

KENT- Every Golden Flash that took an at-bat reached base on Tuesday and six pitchers combined for a four-hit shutout in a 27-0 blanking of Youngstown State on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Shumate’s Record Fourth All-MAC Selection Leads Kent State Women’s Basketball Postseason Honors

CLEVELAND — Redshirt senior Katie Shumate was named to an All-MAC Team for a Kent State record fourth time to headline the team's honorees, as the Mid-American Conference announced the All-MAC Teams and specialty award selections for the…

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Wolford named MAC Offensive Player of the Week for the second week

CLEVELAND, Ohio - The Mid-American Conference announced the Player of the Week awards this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Hosts YSU Wednesday for Home Opener at Devine Diamond

The Kent State softball team will open its home schedule at Devine Diamond on Wednesday, March 13 against Youngstown State. The game has been designated Military Appreciation Day with the first 100 fans receiving a Kent State Softball camo visor and…

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Flashes travel for pair contests and begin MAC play

The Kent State lacrosse team (2-5) travels to take on Saint Francis (Pa.) (1-4, 0-1 NEC) on Wednesday, March 13 at 2 p.m. On Sunday, March 17 at 12 p.m, the Flashes begin Mid-American Conference play against Youngstown State (0-6). Read more at…

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Flashes Welcome in Penguins for Mid-Week Tilt

KENT- The Golden Flashes wrap up a five-game home stand on Tuesday afternoon, welcoming in Northeast Ohio rival Youngstown State for a 3 p.m. first pitch. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head Out West for Jackrabbit Invitational

The Kent State women's golf team will head out west for their first action in the month of March, competing in the Jackrabbit Invitational. The event will be hosted by South Dakota State University. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Earn Victory over Western Michigan

KALAMAZOO, Mich. – The Kent State gymnastics team posted its highest road score of the season in a 196.950-195.650 win over Mid-American Conference foe Western Michigan on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse falls to Bucknell

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (2-6) fell, 15-12, to Bucknell (2-4) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Offensive Onslaught Leads Kent State to 10-6 Victory

CULLOWHEE, N.C. – Kent State recorded a season-high 15 hits and matched the most runs this season on Sunday, finishing the Catamount Classic with a 10-6 victory over host Western Carolina. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Nuechterlein Records Pair of Victories to Lead Flashes on Saturday

CULLOWHEE, N.C. – Kent State went 2-0 at the Catamount Classic on Saturday, defeating North Carolina Central in the opener, 8-1, and then taking down host Western Carolina, 5-2. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Schaffer Places Third, Flashes 11th at MAC Championships

KENT-Blake Schaffer took home third-place honors at 197 pounds but dropped a 5-3 decision in a wrestle-off for a bid to the national tournament and the Flashes took 11th at the Mid-American Conference tournament hosted by Kent State. Read more at…

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Kent State Drops Regular Season Finale at Toledo

TOLEDO, Ohio — Kent State was unable to sustain an efficient offensive performance in the first quarter and dropped the final game of the regular season to Mid-American Conference champion Toledo, 83-61, on Saturday afternoon. Read more at…

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Flashes Look to Keep Building Momentum against Western Michigan

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team will compete in its final road dual meet of the season on Sunday, March 10, when the Golden Flashes travel to Kalamazoo to square off with Western Michigan. The meet is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. …

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Lacrosse Student-Athletes Bring Morgan’s Message to Kent State Athletics

KENT, Ohio — In an effort to address the stigma associated with mental health problems, lacrosse student-athletes Megan French and Kiley Marconi decided to begin a chapter of Morgan's Message to Kent State. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Send Five Wrestlers to Saturday's Final Rounds

KENT- The host Golden Flashes have advanced five wrestlers to Saturday's final day of the 2024 MAC Championships and the team sits in 11th place heading into the final rounds. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Drops Weekend Opener in Extra Innings

CULLOWHEE, N.C. – Sophomore Brynn Libler's two-run homer with two outs in the bottom of the seventh tied it, but Kent State went on to lose to Gardner-Webb in eight innings by a score of 6-4. Due to weather, the Golden Flashes (7-8) were…

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Flashes Head to Toledo for Regular Season Finale

Kent State will play its final regular season game of the 2023-24 women's basketball campaign on Saturday at first-place Toledo. Tip at Savage Arena is scheduled for 2 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes victory over Longwood

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (2-5) won, 13-12, against Longwood (0-4) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Gear Up for Last Regular Season Game Against the Rockets

Toledo Ohio- The Kent State men's basketball team will hit the road for their final game of the regular season. The Flashes are heading to Toledo, OH on Friday, March 8. Friday's game will be nationally televised on CBS Sports Network. …

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Flashes Host Central Michigan to Open Up MAC Play

KENT- The Golden Flashes open up Mid-American Conference play as they welcome in the Central Michigan Chippewas for a three-game home series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Heads to Catamount Classic for Final Tournament Weekend

Kent State will be in action in the state of North Carolina for the third and final time this season with five games at the Catamount Classic this weekend. Both games against host Western Carolina will be streamed on ESPN+. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Set to Host MAC Wrestling Championships

KENT- The Golden Flashes are set to host the 2024 Mid-American Conference Championships on Friday and Saturday inside the MAC Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes’ Rally Falls Short in Home Finale

KENT, Ohio — Kent State made it a one-possession game after trailing by nine midway through the fourth quarter but was unable to complete the comeback in a 75-71 setback to visiting Ball State in a Mid-American Conference women's…

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Golden Flashes Return to Dix Stadium for Home Contests

The Kent State lacrosse team (1-4) will take on Longwood (0-3) on Thursday, March 7 at 4 p.m. and Bucknell (1-4) on Saturday, March 9 at 1 p.m. at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to the Cardinals on the Road

Muncie, IN - The Kent State men's basketball team (15-15, 8-9 MAC) returned to action Tuesday night (March 5) falling to Ball State (15-15, 7-10 MAC),76-69, inside Worthen Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Jackson's Grand Slam Walks-Off Dragons

KENT- Kyle Jackson parked a grand slam down the right field line to cap a six-run ninth for Kent State and a dramatic 11-7 comeback win over Tiffin on Tuesday afternoon at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Wolford awarded MAC Offensive Player of the Week

CLEVELAND, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team was recognized by the Mid-American Conference for Offensive Player of the Week, announced this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Franz Tabbed as MAC Co-Specialist of the Week

CLEVELAND – Karlie Franz has been named the Mid-American Conference Co-Specialist of the Week, the league announced Tuesday. She earned the award alongside Western Michigan's Halle Faulkner. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Shumate Named MAC Player of the Week Award

CLEVELAND – Redshirt senior Katie Shumate has been named Mid-American Conference Player of the Week, the league office announced Tuesday morning. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Unveil Full 2024 Football Schedule

KENT- The 2024 Kent State football schedule has been finalized as announced by the Mid-American Conference on Tuesday morning. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State to Close Home Slate Wednesday in Front of National Audience on ESPNU

The Kent State women's basketball team will go for its 10th victory at the M.A.C. Center in the home finale against second-place Ball State on Wednesday. The game is scheduled for 5 p.m. and will be broadcast on ESPNU. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Head to Muncie For Final Stretch of MACtion

Muncie, IN- The Kent State men's basketball team will hit the road for their final two games of the regular season. The Flashes will first head to Ball State on Tuesday, March 5. Tip-off time is scheduled for 7 p.m. and will be available on…

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Flashes Open Home Slate Tuesday vs Tiffin

KENT- The Golden Flashes open up the 2024 home slate on Tuesday, welcoming in the Tiffin Dragons for a 2 p.m. first pitch, moved up due to impending afternoon weather. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics Scores 197.200 in Win over Eastern Michigan

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team won in electrifying fashion on Sunday afternoon, posting the second-highest score in program history to beat conference foe Eastern Michigan, 197.200-196.425. This marks just the third time in school…

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Flashes Denied Sweep of Jacksonville State

JACKSONVILLE, AL- Kent State's bid for a sweep of Jacksonville State was thwarted on Sunday as the Gamecocks took the finale, 5-2. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse falls to the Bearcats

CINCINNATI, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (1-5) fell 16-4 against Cincinnati (5-2) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lions Rally in Sixth to Beat Golden Flashes

OXFORD, Miss. – After allowing three runs in the bottom of the sixth, Kent State was unable to score in the seventh and fell to Southeastern Louisiana, 6-5, in the final game at the Ole Miss Classic on Sunday. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Sweep DH From Jacksonville State

JACKSONVILLE, AL- The Golden Flashes swept Saturday's doubleheader with Jacksonville State, winning game one 8-4 and taking the nightcap 10-4. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Suffer Losses to UAB and Ole Miss on Saturday

OXFORD, Miss. – The Kent State softball team lost both of its games at the Ole Miss Classic on Saturday, falling 5-4 in eight innings to UAB and 10-0 in five innings to the host Rebels. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Pick Up OT Win over CMU on Senior Day

Kent, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (15-14, 8-8 MAC) was back at home Saturday afternoon (Mar. 2), with an OT win over Central Michigan (16-13, 10-6 MAC), 79-73, at the M.A.C. Center. The Flashes finished the season at home with a…

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Golden Flashes Beat Buffalo on Senior Day

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball posted a 67-59 victory over visiting Buffalo on Saturday at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall to the Lions

ST. CHARLES, Mo. - The Kent State lacrosse team (1-4) fell 18-11 against Lindenwood (5-1) this evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gilbert, Schultz Win as Flashes Finish Third at Ohio State

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Kyndall Gilbert tied for the win on vault and Heidi Schultz earned two podium finishes, including a win on beam, as Kent State placed third at the All-Ohio Meet at Ohio State on Friday night. Read more at Kent State…

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Whitmore Delivers Winning Hit as Flashes Split Friday Pair at Ole Miss Classic

OXFORD, Miss. – Kent State rallied in the top of the seventh to beat Southeastern Louisiana, 5-4, and then lost to UAB, 6-1, as action at the Ole Miss Classic began on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host CMU for Senior Day

Kent, OH - The Flashes return to the M.A.C. Center for their final home game of the regular season. Kent State will host Central Michigan on Saturday, March 2. The game will follow the women's game at 1 p.m. at approximately 3:30 p.m. ET. Going…

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Women’s Basketball to Host Buffalo for Senior Day on Saturday

Kent State will return to the M.A.C. Center on Saturday to battle Buffalo at 1 p.m. Mikala Morris, Abby Ogle and Katie Shumate will be recognized during a Senior Day presentation prior to the game. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Vandette’s Record Performance Garners MAC Golfer of The Week Honor

Redshirt Senior Chris Vandette has been named MAC men's golfer of the week. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Heads to Ole Miss Classic

The Kent State softball team will begin the month of March with five games this weekend at the Ole Miss Classic, which will mark the debut of a new stadium at the renovated Ole Miss Softball Complex. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Southern Swing Wraps with Jacksonville State Series

JACKSONVILLE, AL- The Golden Flashes wrap their southern swing this weekend as they take on the Jacksonville State Gamecocks in a three-game series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics Heads to Ohio State Friday Before Hosting EMU Sunday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics program kicks off the month of March with a pair of meets. The Golden Flashes enter the weekend ranked 39th in the country and sit 42nd on vault, 38th on bars, 46th on beam, and 21st on bars. Read more…

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Lacrosse takes on the Lions and Bearcats

The Kent State lacrosse team (1-3) prepares for weekend contests against Lindenwood (4-1) on Friday, March 1 at 6 p.m. and Cincinnati (3-2) on Sunday, March 3 at 12 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Baseball Announces Promotional Calendar

Kent, Ohio: The Kent State Baseball team has announced its promotional schedule for an action-packed 2024 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Announces Promotional Schedule

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State softball team has announced its 2024 promotional schedule for an exciting slate of games this spring at Devine Diamond. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Beats Eastern Michigan, 76-64

YPSILANTI, Mich. — Behind 56 points from the trio of perimeter starters, Kent State earned a road victory over Eastern Michigan, 76-64, Wednesday night at the Gervin GameAbove Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Late Rally Stuns Flashes on Wednesday Night

TROY, AL- The Troy Trojans scored four two-out runs in the bottom of the ninth to stun the Golden Flashes 12-11 on a blustery Wednesday night in Alabama. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Burns Announces Several Staff Promotions

KENT- Head football coach Kenni Burns has announced several staff promotions in advance of the 2024 spring football season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Bested By Troy on Tuesday

TROY, AL-Tim Orr and Brody Williams drove in runs but Troy claimed the opening game of the two-game series with a 6-2 win on Tuesday night in Alabama. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Sullinger Leads Flashes to Home Victory Against the Bulls

Kent, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (14-14, 7-8 MAC) returned to action Tuesday night (Feb. 27) and defeated Buffalo (4-24, 2-13 MAC),76-64, inside the M.A.C. Center. With tonight's win, the Flashes are now back to a .500…

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Kent State to Part Ways with Kyle Desandes-Moyer

KENT- Kent State Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Randale L. Richmond has announced that the Golden Flashes and Head Field Hockey Coach Kyle Desandes-Moyer have parted ways. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Vandette Earns Individual Title, Flashes Place Third at Dorado Beach

Redshirt Senior Chris Vandette won the individual title at the Dorado Beach Collegiate shooting -14 through 36 holes to sit atop the 107 player field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Hoops Back on the Road Wednesday at EMU

The Kent State women's basketball looks to remain in contention for the Mid-American Conference regular season crown and will visit Eastern Michigan for a 7 p.m. contest inside of the Gervin GameAbove Center on Wednesday. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes Host Bulls for "eSports" Night

Kent, OH - The Flashes return to the M.A.C. Center for their final two regular season home games. Kent will host the Buffalo Bulls on Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. ET. The Flashes will look to bounce back from a two-game loss last week to finish the…

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Flashes Continue Road Trip with Mid-Week Series at Troy

KENT- The Golden Flashes continue their eight-game road trip taking on the Troy Trojans for a two-game midweek series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Burns Tags Rymiszewski as New CB Coach

KENT- Kent State head football coach Kenni Burns has named Spencer Rymiszewski as the team's new corner backs coach. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Big Innings Doom Flashes on Sunday

RUSTON, LA- Kent State was unable to salvage the finale of the three-game series at Louisiana Tech as the Bulldogs used a pair of big innings to win 13-2 on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Sweeps Merrimack in Doubleheader to Finish Weekend at UNCW

WILMINGTON, N.C. – The Kent State softball team defeated Merrimack in both games of a doubleheader by scores of 8-1 and 5-1, as weekend tournament action came to an end Sunday morning at UNCW. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse falls to Delaware

NEWARK, Del. - The Kent State lacrosse team (1-3) lost 18-4 to Delaware (4-1) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Despines’ Bat Leads Flashes in Saturday Softball Action

WILMINGTON, N.C. – Sophomore Bri Despines recorded a pair of three-hit games as the Kent State softball team returned to action at Boseman Field on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Finishes Second at MAC Women’s Indoor T&F Championships

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Kent State posted its best performance at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Women's Track and Field Championships in a decade, finishing second with 85.5 points during the two-day meet inside of Bowen Field House. Host…

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Kent State Wins 2024 MAC Men’s Indoor Track & Field Championship

YPSILANTI, Mich. – The Kent State men's track and field team captured the second Mid-American Conference Indoor Championship title in program history Saturday inside the Bowen Fieldhouse at Eastern Michigan University. Read more at Kent…

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Women’s Basketball Beats Rival Zips in Impressive Performance

KENT, Ohio — Kent State bounced back from a loss Wednesday evening with a wire-to-wire 73-51 victory over rival Akron at the M.A.C. Center on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Stymied by Bulldogs on Saturday

RUSTON, LA- Kent State fell behind early and couldn't rally late in a 10-2 setback at Louisiana Tech in the middle game of a three-game set on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fly High in Win Over Central Michigan

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. – The Kent State gymnastics team posted its second-highest road score of the season in a 196.025-195.425 victory over Central Michigan on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Gear Up for Dorado Beach Collegiate

Kent State men's golf is in Puerto Rico for their second tournament of the spring, competing in the Dorado Beach Collegiate. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Drop Rival Matchup

Kent, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (13-14, 6-8 MAC) returned to action on the road Friday evening (Feb.23) falling to the the Akron Zips 70-83 inside James A. Rhode Arena. This is the first time since the 2020-21 season that the…

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Flashes Drop La Tech Opener, 8-5

RUSTON, LA- Tim Orr cracked his first home run as a Golden Flash and Dom Kibler kept his hot bat going, but it wasn't enough in a 8-5 setback to Louisiana Tech in the series opener on Friday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Inclement Weather Cancels Friday Softball Games at UNCW

WILMINGTON, N.C. — Due to inclement weather, both of Kent State's games on Friday were canceled. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Luther Earns All-MAC Honors to Lead KSU Women on Day 1 at MAC Indoor T&F Championships

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Grace Luther placed second in the weight throw to lead Kent State on Friday at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Women's Track and Field Championships. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes victory over Delaware State

DOVER, Del. - The Kent State lacrosse team (1-2) won 19-12 against Delaware State (0-2) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Bath Leads Heptathlon After Day 1 at MAC Indoor T&F Championships

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Ayden Bath leads the heptathlon field by more than 300 points after the first day of competition at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Men's Track and Field Championship. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics Set for MAC Showdown with Central Michigan

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team gets back into the swing of conference action on Saturday, Feb. 24, as the Golden Flashes travel to face Central Michigan in Mount Pleasant. The meet is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. and will be…

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‘Gold Out’ Set for Saturday’s Women’s Basketball Rivalry Game

The M.A.C. Center will be a sea of gold as the Kent State women's basketball team hosts rival Akron in a 'Gold Out' game on Saturday at 1 p.m. The first 500 fans will receive a vintage Kent State t-shirt. Read more at Kent State…

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Burns Inks One-Year Contract Extension

KENT- Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Randale L. Richmond has announced a one-year contract extension for head football coach Kenni Burns through the 2028 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Burkhart Wins but CSU Spoils Finale

KENT- The Golden Flashes ended up on the wrong end of back-and-forth bouts as Cleveland State took a 27-6 decision in the regular season finale for Kent State. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Akron for Rival Matchup

Kent, OH - The Flashes will head down the road for an anticipated rival matchup against Akron University on Friday, Feb. 23. Tip-off time is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET. The Flashes are coming off a 57-63 loss against Ohio earlier this week. Fans are…

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Flashes Open Road Swing at La Tech

KENT- The Golden Flashes embark on a eight-game road trip, starting in Louisiana to take on the La. Tech Bulldogs for a three-game series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes prepare for a pair contests in Delaware

The Kent State lacrosse team (0-2) will take on Delaware State (0-1) on Friday, Feb. 23 at 3 p.m. and then face off against Delaware (3-1) on Sunday, Feb. 25 at 12 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes' Last Game of the Regular Season Picked up by CBS Sports Network

Cleveland, Ohio – The Mid-American Conference has updated the Kent State men's basketball schedule. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Heads to UNCW for Weekend Tournament Action

The Kent State softball team returns to action for the first time since opening weekend and will play five games as part of a tournament hosted by UNCW. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Track and Field Aims for Gold at MAC Indoor Championships

The Kent State men's track and field team is set for competition at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Indoor Championships. The meet will be held at Bob Parks Track inside the Bowen Field House at Eastern Michigan University. Read more at Kent…

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Men’s Track and Field Seeks Bragging Rights at MAC Indoor Championships

The Kent State men's track and field team is set for competition at the 2024 Mid-American Conference Indoor Championships. The meet will be held at Bob Parks Track inside the Bowen Field House at Eastern Michigan University. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes’ Comeback Falls Short at the Convo

ATHENS, Ohio — Kent State evened the score after trailing by 10 with less than five minutes to play before falling to Ohio, 79-77, Wednesday evening at the Convocation Center. Junior Bridget Dunn's third three-pointer of the game tied it…

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Women's Track and Field Sweeps Athlete of the Week Awards

CLEVELAND – Kent State student-athletes Gabby Bailey and Gabrielle Hammonds were recognized with Mid-American Conference Women's Track and Field Athlete of the Week honors for their outstanding performances this past weekend at the Al…

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Flashes Wrap Regular Season Hosting CSU

KENT-The Golden Flashes wrap up the regular season at home on Thursday night, welcoming in northeast Ohio and conference rival Cleveland State for a 7 p.m. dual. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Field Hockey Recognized for NFHCA Academic Awards

GENEVA, N.Y. - The Kent State field hockey team was recognized by the National Field Hockey Coaches Association for academic awards in the 2023 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall Short on the Road to the Bobcats

Athens, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (13-13, 6-7 MAC) returned to action Tuesday evening (Feb.20) on the road falling to the Ohio Bobcats 57-63. This was Ohio's first season sweep against Kent since 2013. Read more at Kent…

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Kent State Visits Ohio Wednesday Night

Kent State will look to sweep the season series with Ohio for the second year in a row when it visits the Convocation Center for a Mid-American Conference women's basketball matchup Wednesday at 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State University…

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Women’s Basketball Home Finale Flexed to ESPNU

CLEVELAND — Kent State's final home game of the season will be played in front of a national television audience, as the Mid-American Conference announced the women's basketball matchup against Ball State on Wednesday, March 6 has…

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Kent State Takes 13th at Spartan Sun Coast Invitational

The Kent State women's golf team wrapped up the Spartan Sun Coast Invitational this afternoon, placing 13th out of 15 teams. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Athens for Final Matchup Against the Bobcats

Kent, OH - The Flashes are back on their road for their second matchup against the Ohio Bobcats inside the Convocation Center on Tuesday, Feb. 20. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. The Flashes are coming off hot with a 30+ point win over NIU last…

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Flashes Ready for Spartan Sun Coast Invitational

Kent State women's golf will be competing in their 2nd tournament of the spring and their 2nd straight in the sunshine state, playing in the Spartan Sun Coast Invitational in Sarasota, Florida. The event is hosted by Michigan State University. …

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Seahawks Rally Past Flashes

WILMINGTON- Freshman Dom Kibler had a pair of doubles and two runs driven in but it wasn't enough as the host Seahawks rallied late to take the finale of the season-opening series, 8-3 on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University…

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Chalus Brilliant as Flashes Pound Out 8-2 Win

WILMINGTON- Eric Chalus was brilliant in his first start of the season and six different Flashes drove in a run as Kent State picked up its first win of the season, 8-2 over the host UNC-Wilmington Seahawks. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Earn Third Consecutive MAC Victory at Home

Kent, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (13-12, 6-6 MAC) returned to action Saturday afternoon (Feb. 17), defeating the Northern Illinois Huskies (9-16, 3-9 MAC), 85-47, inside the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University…

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Fourth Quarter Blitz Finishes Off Flashes’ 77-54 Victory over Chippewas

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. — Kent State put away host Central Michigan with an 18-2 run to start the fourth quarter and left McGuirk Arena with a 77-54 victory Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall to George Mason in home opener

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (0-2) fell to George Mason (3-0) this afternoon in the home opener. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Finish Fourth at George Washington

WASHINGTON – The Kent State gymnastics team finished second fourth at the George Washington quint meet on Friday night, posting a 195.125 team total. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Heavyweights Shine in CMU Setback

KENT- AJ Burkhart recorded a fall and the Flashes took home three of the final four matches of the night but Central Michigan prevailed 25-15 over the hosts on Friday night inside the MAC Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Studer’s Pole Vault PR Leads Flashes at Al Campbell Invitational

AKRON, Ohio – Freshman Layne Studer cleared 17'-5.5" for a new personal-best in the men's pole vault competition as Kent State competed at the Al Campbell Invitational on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall Short in Season Opener

WILMINGTON- Flashes drop the season opener to the Seahawks 7-2. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Hoops Resumes #MACtion Saturday at Central Michigan

The Kent State women's basketball team will take the court for just the third time during the month of February on Saturday when it battles host Central Michigan at 1 p.m. inside of McGuirk Arena. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Return to the M.A.C. Center to Host the Huskies

Kent, OH - The Flashes return to the M.A.C. Center after a bye week following their final MAC-SBC game against Troy University on Feb. 10. The Flashes were defeated 68-78 inside Trojan Arena. The Flashes' most recent game inside the M.A.C.…

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Lacrosse Takes on George Mason in Home Opener

Lacrosse Takes on George Mason in Home Opener

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Flashes Host Central Michigan for Friday Night Senior Rumble

KENT- The Flashes stay at home this weekend with Central Michigan coming to town for a Mid-American Conference dual on Friday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Track & Field Heads to Al Campbell Invitational for Final Indoor Tuneup

The Kent State track and field program will send a small group of student-athletes to the Al Campbell Invitational at the University of Akron on Friday, Feb. 16 for a final tune-up before next week's Mid-American Conference Indoor…

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Gymnastics Heads to D.C. for George Washington Quint Meet

KENT, Ohio – Following a record-setting meet last weekend, the Kent State gymnastics team will head to Washington, D.C., to compete against George Washington, Towson, New Hampshire, and William & Mary on Friday night. The meet is slated to…

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Flashes Open Season at UNC-Wilmington

KENT- The Golden Flashes open the 2024 campaign this weekend with a three-game series at the UNC-Wilmington Seahawks. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men's Golf Places 12th at Hal Williams Collegiate

The Kent State men's golf team placed 12th out of 14 teams the past two days at the Hal Williams Collegiate, hosted by the University of South Alabama. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Guns Earns MAC Specialist of the Week Honors

CLEVELAND – For the third time in her career, Alyssa Guns has been named the Mid-American Conference Specialist of the Week, the league announced Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Monturo Named MAC Defensive Player of the Week

CLEVELAND – The Kent State lacrosse team was represented as the Mid-American Conference announced the season's first Player of the Week awards on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Tagged to Repeat as MAC Regular Season Champs

KENT- The Golden Flashes have been selected to repeat as regular season Mid-American Conference champions in the annual pre-season coaches' poll. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Post Third-Highest Total in Program History in Win Over NIU

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team posted its third-highest team total in program history in a 196.925-195.325 victory over Northern Illinois on Sunday in the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men's Golf Set for Hal Williams Collegiate to Begin Spring Season

The Kent State men's golf team returns to action over the next two days, competing in the Hal Williams Collegiate, hosted by the University of South Alabama. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall to Ohio State in season opener

COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (0-1) fell 17-6 to Ohio State (2-0) this afternoon in the season opener. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Trio of Flashes Earn Event Victories During Weekend Indoor T&F Action

Ayden Bath, Grace Luther and Layne Studer were all victorious on Saturday as the Kent State track and field teams competed at the Tyson Invitational and SPIRE Indoor Games on Friday and Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Drop Final MAC-SBC Game in Trojan Arena

Troy, AL. - The Kent State men's basketball team (12-12, 5-6 MAC) was defeated 68-78 by the Troy Trojans in their final game of the MAC-SBC. The Flashes will have a by-week before their final MACtion stretch. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Drop MAC-SBC Challenge Contest to Monarchs

KENT, Ohio — Redshirt senior Katie Shumate posted her fourth double-double of the season Saturday afternoon at the M.A.C. Center as Kent State fell to visiting Old Dominion, 82-76, in a MAC-Sun Belt Challenge contest. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Win Third Straight on Facher’s Walk-Off Hit

ELON, N.C. – Freshman Ellie Facher gave the Kent State softball team a 5-4 victory over Evansville with a walk-off RBI single on Saturday morning as opening weekend came to an end at the Elon Softball Classic. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Set for Showdown with NIU on Sunday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics program will host conference foe Northern Illinois on Sunday at the M.A.C. Center. The meet is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. and will stream live on ESPN+. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Goes 2-0 Friday at Elon Softball Classic

ELON, N.C. – The Kent State softball team earned its first two victories under first-year head coach Jessica O'Donnell on Friday, defeating Evansville, 10-1, and App State, 9-5 as opening weekend action continued at the Elon Softball…

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Castro Lands Fall in Loss to Bobcats

KENT- Pablo Castro struck for a first-period fall, highlighting a fast start for the Golden Flashes but it was not enough in a 34-15 setback to the Ohio Bobcats in the annual Grudge Match on Friday night. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Travel to Troy, Alabama for Final MAC-SBC Contest

Troy, Alabama – The Kent State Men's basketball team (12-11, 5-6 MAC) is back on the road for their final game of the MAC-SBC Challenge against Troy University (16-8, 10-2 Sun Belt). The two teams will meet inside the Trojan Arena on…

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Flashes Host Old Dominion Saturday for MAC-SBC Challenge Clash

The Kent State women's basketball team looks to go unbeaten in the inaugural MAC-Sun Belt Challenge on Saturday when it battles Old Dominion at 1 p.m. at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes kick off 2024 season against Ohio State

The Kent State lacrosse team travels to Columbus to take on Ohio State in the 2024 season opener on Sunday, Feb. 11 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Set to Play Six Games During Spring Schedule

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State soccer program has released its 2024 Spring schedule with the squad set to play six games, including three at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Burns Names Teerlinck Defensive Line Coach

KENT- Head football coach Kenni Burns has named Bill Teerlinck as the program's new defensive line coach. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lippe Homers Twice on Opening Day at Elon

ELON, N.C. – Senior Emily Lippe hit two home runs and totaled five RBIs as Kent State dropped both games of a doubleheader (6-9, 7-8) to host Elon on Thursday afternoon to start the 2024 campaign at the Elon Softball Classic. Read more at…

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Flashes Head to Arkansas and SPIRE for Indoor T&F Competition

The Kent State track and field program will have student-athletes in action this at both the Tyson Invitational, hosted by the University of Arkansas, and the SPIRE Collegiate Indoor Games in at the SPIRE Institute in Geneva, Ohio. Read more at…

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Flashes Welcome in Bobcats for Annual Grudge Match

KENT- The Golden Flashes start a season-ending home stand this Friday night in the annual Grudge Match with conference rival Ohio with a 7 p.m. start time inside the MAC. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kedronova Earns Second MAC Women’s Golfer of the Week Honor

Veronika Kedronova secured her second Mid-American Conference Women's Golfer of the Week award this past weekend, tying for sixth at the UCF Challenge. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Rival Matchup Flexed to National Television

Cleveland, Ohio – The Mid-American Conference has updated the Kent State men's basketball schedule. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Batsch’s Career Night Leads Flashes in Play4Kay Game Victory

KENT, Ohio — Junior Jenna Batsch scored a career-high 25 points during Wednesday night's Play4Kay game to lead Kent State to a 70-57 win over Western Michigan at the M.A.C. Center. Batsch made a career-best nine field goals on 14 attempts…

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Kent State Opens Season Thursday at Elon Softball Classic

Led by first-year head coach Jessica O'Donnell, Kent State begins the 2024 season this weekend at the Elon Softball Classic. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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2024 Football Season Ticket Renewals Now Available

KENT- Season ticket renewals for the second year of the KentGRIT era and the 2024 season are now available. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Yost Named MAC Men’s Track Athlete of the Week

CLEVELAND – Kent State senior Ethan Yost has earned Mid-American Conference Men's Track Athlete of the Week honors, the league office announced on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Four Student-Athletes Selected for Athletic Development Program

KENT- Four Kent State student-athletes have been selected to participate in the National Association of Athletics Development Directors (NAADD) Earl Edwards Minority Student-Athlete Development Program. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Capture Win Inside the M.A.C. Center Against the Broncos

Kent, OH - With a 63-61 victory over Western Michigan Tuesday night, the Kent State men's basketball team (12-11, 5-6 MAC) broke their four-game home losing streak inside the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Hosts WMU Wednesday for Play4Kay and NGWSD

Two teams who will return to action for the first time since last Wednesday will take the court at the M.A.C. Center on Wednesday evening as Kent State hosts Western Michigan in the annual Play4Kay game and celebrates National Girls & Women in…

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Golden Flashes Selected to Finish First in MAC Preseason Poll

CLEVELAND - The Kent State lacrosse team was voted to finish first place by the Mid-American Conference coaches this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Return Home to Host Western Michigan

Kent, OH - The Flashes return to the M.A.C. Center after a 30+ point victory against Buffalo this past weekend. The Kent State men's basketball team defeated Buffalo 83-52 inside Alumni Arena and will look to bring that same success home…

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Kedronova Finishes in Top Ten, Flashes Tie for 10th at UCF Challenge

First year Veronika Kedronova recorded her 2nd top ten finish of her career, tying for 6th among the 96 player field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Lacrosse releases 2024 promotional schedule

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State lacrosse team has announced its promotional schedule for an electrifying spring at Dix Stadium. Check out all the exciting themes and giveaways below: Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Haxton Wins on Beam as Flashes Fall to Ball State

MUNCIE, Ind. – In a battle between two of the top-ranked gymnastics teams in the Mid-American Conference, Kent State fell to Ball State on Sunday afternoon, 196.075-195.525. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Luther’s Weight Throw Victory Highlights Saturday’s Action at Meyo Invite

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Grace Luther recorded a personal-best to win the women's weight throw on Saturday as the Kent State track and field team competed at the Meyo Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Mush Past Huskies, 37-5

BLOOMSBURG, Pa. - The Golden Flashes won eight of the nine wrestled matches, including five bonus point victories in a lopsided 37-5 victory over the Bloomsburg Huskies on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Travel to Muncie to Open MAC Slate

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics program will look to rebound in the first meet of conference play on Sunday, traveling to Muncie to compete against Ball State. The meet is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. and will stream live on ESPN+. …

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Flashes Defeat the Bulls With First Half Spark

Buffalo, NY - The Kent State men's basketball team (11-11, 4-6 MAC) bounced back from a two-game loss with a 83-52 victory over the Buffalo Bulls (2-19, 1-8 MAC) Tuesday night inside Alumni Arena. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women's Golf to Kick Off Spring Season at UCF Challenge

The Kent State women's golf team will kick off their spring season this weekend in the UCF challenge. The challenge features 18 teams and will begin tomorrow with a shotgun start at 12 PM EST. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kneffler Breaks Men’s Pole Vault Record Friday at Meyo Invite

Kristian Kneffler cleared 17'-6.50" in men's pole vault action at the Meyo Invitational to break the Kent State track and field indoor record on Friday. The Golden Flashes also had athletes in action at the Akron Invitational. Read…

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Flashes Wrap Road Slate at Bloomsburg

KENT- The Golden Flashes wrap up the road portion of the regular season this Saturday as they head to the Keystone State to take on the Bloomsburg Huskies on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Women’s Basketball Game Against Central Michigan Canceled

CLEVELAND – The Mid-American Conference has announced that Saturday's women's basketball contest between Central Michigan University and Kent State University has been canceled as Central Michigan does not have enough available…

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Track and Field In Action at Akron, Meyo Invitationals

The Kent State track and field program will have student-athletes in action this at both the Akron Invitational and Meyo Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Buffalo to Face the Bulls

Buffalo, NY- The Kent State Men's basketball team looks to bounce back from Tuesday night's loss to Miami as they travel to Buffalo on Friday to take on the Bulls at 6:30 p.m. ET. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Defense Battles in Loss at Ball State

MUNCIE, Ind. — Kent State held Mid-American Conference leader Ball State to its second-lowest scoring total of the season but struggled to knock down shots in a 57-46 setback Wednesday night at Worthen Arena. Read more at Kent State…

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Bath and Shields Awarded MAC Track and Field Athlete of the Week Honors

CLEVELAND – Kent State student-athletes Ayden Bath and Alexander Shields were recognized for their outstanding performances this past weekend at the Doug Raymond Invitational with Mid-American Conference Men's Track and Field Athlete of…

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Flashes Fall to RedHawks

Kent, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (10-11, 3-6 MAC) returned to action Tuesday night (Jan. 30), and was defeated by Miami of Ohio (11-10, 5-4 MAC), 67-71, inside the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes to Visit First-Place Cardinals Wednesday Night

The Kent State women's basketball team will attempt to make a statement Wednesday night against a Ball State squad that received 11 votes in the latest USA Today Top 25 Coaches Poll and owns the sixth longest winning streak in the nation. Tip…

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Ticket Smarter Offering Discount to Flashes' Fans

KENT- Kent State Athletics' ticket partner, Ticket Smarter, is delighted to extend a 5% discount on event tickets to supporters of Kent State Athletics. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Take on the RedHawks for Annual "International Night"

Kent, OH - After a 71-64 loss to Ohio, the Flashes will look to bounce back against Miami (OH) inside the M.A.C. Center on Tuesday, Jan.30. Tip-off time is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Come Up Short in Home Opener

KENT, Ohio. – The M.A.C. Center was buzzing for Kent State's gymnastics home opener on Sunday, but the Golden Flashes fell to West Virginia, 194.825-194.050. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Shine on Final Day of Doug Raymond Invitational

KENT, Ohio – Three Kent State track and field student-athletes recorded top-10 all-time marks in school history on Saturday as the home portion of the schedule concluded with day two of the Doug Raymond Invitational at the Kent State Field…

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Starkey Earns Career Win No. 300 as Kent State Beats BG

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio — Kent State defeated Bowling Green, 82-74, Saturday at the Stroh Center to give head coach Todd Starkey his 300th career win. Starkey has won 135 games as the leader of the Golden Flashes and is now tied with Laurel…

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Flashes to Open Home Schedule Against West Virginia Sunday

KENT, Ohio – After a record-breaking performance last week at the Tennessee Collegiate Classic, the Kent State gymnastics team will open its home schedule on Sunday against West Virginia in the M.A.C. Center. The meet is slated to begin at 1…

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Flashes Fall to Bobcats

Kent, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (10-10, 3-5 MAC) returned to action Friday night (Jan. 26), falling to Ohio (10-4, 4-4 MAC), 71-64, inside the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Pentathlon Performances Highlight Day 1 of Doug Raymond Invitational

KENT, Ohio – Sophomores Svenia DeConinck and Matilde Carboncini posted top-five all-time women's pentathlon scores as Kent State hosted the opening day of the Doug Raymond Invitational on Friday. Read more at Kent State University…

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Trip to Bowling Green Next for Women’s Hoops

Kent State continues Mid-American Conference women's basketball action on Saturday with a trip to Bowling Green for a 4 p.m. contest at the Stroh Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Burns Names Clay Patterson Co-OC, Inside Receivers and Tight Ends Coach

KENT- Kent State head football coach Kenni Burns has announced the hiring of Clay Patterson as the Flashes' new tight ends coach and co-offensive coordinator. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Gear up to Host Ohio for their Coaches vs. Cancer Game Inside the M.A.C. Center

Kent, OH - After a thrilling OT win on the road against Bowling Green, the Flashes will return to the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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MAC Announces Flashes' Future Football Schedules

KENT- The Mid-American Conference has released Kent State's upcoming football opponents for the first cycle of the conference's new pod system. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Doug Raymond Invitational to Conclude Home Indoor T&F Schedule

The Kent State track and field program will be in action the Kent State Field House for the third straight weekend when it hosts the Doug Raymond Invitational on Friday and Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Batsch’s Career-High 20 Points Leads Flashes in Victory Over EMU

KENT, Ohio — Junior Jenna Batsch scored 12 of her career-high 20 points during the third quarter to lead Kent State to a 66-57 victory over visiting Eastern Michigan during the "We Back Pat" game on Wednesday at the M.A.C. Center. …

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Franz Named MAC Scholar-Athlete of the Week

CLEVELAND - Karlie Franz was named the Mid-American Conference Scholar-Athlete of the week, the conference announced Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Return Home with a Thrilling OT Victory Over the Falcons

Kent, OH - The Kent State Men's Basketball team (10-9) defeated Bowling Green, 90-84, in a thrilling overtime game inside the Stroh Center. The Flashes are now 3-4 in the Mid-American Conference. With a victory tonight, the Flashes snapped…

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Kent State to Host EMU for “We Back Pat” Game on Wednesday

The Kent State women's basketball team will be back in action at the M.A.C. Center on Wednesday for a Mid-American Conference matchup against Eastern Michigan. The contest has been designated as the "We Back Pat" game and will tip at…

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Castro Named MAC Wrestler of the Week

KENT- Pablo Castro IV went 3-0 during the Clarion Quad, earning the sophomore the Mid-American Conference West Division Wrestler of the Week. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Alum Johnson Awarded Charlie Sifford Memorial Exemption

2018 All-American Chase Johnson was awarded the Charlie Sifford Memorial Exemption by golfing legend Tiger Woods. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Four Flashes Named to All-Ohio Teams

KENT, Ohio – Four student-athletes from the Kent State women's soccer program have been recognized by the Ohio Collegiate Soccer Association as the organization announced its yearly awards on Monday. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Set to Face the Troy Trojans in Game Two of MAC-Sun Belt Challenge

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State men's basketball program will visit the Troy Trojans on Saturday, Feb. 10 in its second matchup of the 2023-24 MAC-SBC Challenge, per an announcement from the Mid-American Conference. Read more at Kent State…

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Women’s Basketball to Host Old Dominion February 10 in MAC-SBC Challenge Contest

CLEVELAND – Kent State will host Old Dominion for a 1 p.m. contest at the M.A.C. Center on Saturday, Feb. 10, as Game 2 pairings of the inaugural MAC-SBC Challenge were announced on Monday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Go 2-1 at Clarion Quad

CLARION, PA- Pablo Castro and Blake Schaffer both went 3-0 during Sunday's Clarion Quad, helping Kent State go 2-1 on the afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Wins Third Straight Rivalry Game

AKRON, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team went into James A. Rhodes Arena on Saturday afternoon and beat rival Akron, 69-60. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Keystone State for Sunday's Clarion Quad

KENT- The Golden Flashes will head to the Keystone State on Sunday for the Clarion Quad, taking on the host Golden Eagles as well as Morgan State and LIU. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Franz Goes Perfect, Flashes Set Multiple Program Records in Tennessee

LEBANON, Tenn. – Led by Karlie Franz's perfect 10.000 on floor, the Kent State gymnastics team posted the highest all-around score in program history at the Tennessee Collegiate Classic on Friday night. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Fall Short in Rival Matchup

Kent, OH - The Kent State Men's Basketball team (9-9) was defeated by Akron in a sold-out M.A.C. Center. The Flashes are now 2-4 in the MAC going into Tuesday's game. The Flashes will be back on the road to play Bowling Green on Tuesday,…

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Track and Field Teams Sweep Akron in Annual Dual Meet

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State men's and women's track and field teams both won by more than 30 points and had three student-athletes record top-10 marks in program history dual the annual dual meet with rival Akron at the Kent State…

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Women’s Basketball Heads Akron for Saturday Rival Matchup

Kent State seeks the start of a new winning streak on Saturday when it makes the short trip to Akron. The rivalry contest at James A. Rhodes Arena is scheduled to tip at 2 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host Rival Matchup Against Akron

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team is back for the anticipated rival matchup against Akron on Friday, Jan. 19. Tip-off time for Friday's game is 7 p.m. The Flashes and Zips will meet for the 163rd time. Kent State and…

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Gymnastics Set for Tennessee Collegiate Classic on Friday

KENT, Ohio – After opening the 2024 season with a win, the Kent State gymnastics team will look to continue building momentum early in the season at the Tennessee Collegiate Classic on Friday. The meet is slated to begin at 6 p.m. Read more…

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Kent State to Host Akron Dual on Friday

Kent State continues the indoor track and field season on Friday by hosting Akron for the annual dual meet between rival schools. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Partner with Athlete's Thread for NIL Shop

KENT-Kent State Athletics in collaboration with Athlete's Thread, will offer licensed Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) opportunities for Golden Flashes student-athletes. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Hoops Drops First MAC Contest to Toledo

KENT, Ohio — Kent State lost to Toledo in a battle between Mid-American Conference women's basketball heavyweights Wednesday evening at the M.A.C. Center, 87-76, Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Trio of Flashes Earn MAC Track and Field Athlete of the Week Awards

CLEVELAND – Kent State student-athletes Sean Callahan Jr., Lanee Hall and Alexandre Malanda were recognized for their outstanding performances at the season-opening Jud Logan Memorial with Mid-American Conference Track and Field Athlete of the…

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Flashes Bounce Back with Road Victory

DEKALB, IL. - The Kent State Men's Basketball team (9-8) bounced back from a three-game loss against NIU 83-76. The Flashes are now 2-3 in the MAC. The Flashes will look ahead to the anticipated rival matchup against Akron on Friday, Jan. 19.…

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Flashes to Host Toledo Wednesday in Battle of MAC Women’s Hoops Unbeatens

The M.A.C. Center will be the site of the matchup between a pair of squads who have gone undefeated in Mid-American Conference play, as Kent State hosts two-time defending regular season champion Toledo at 7 p.m. The first 250 students will receive…

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Mid-American Conference Announces Men’s Basketball National Television Selections

Cleveland, OH - On Monday morning, the Mid-American Conference in conjunction with CBS Sports Network announced their wild card selection. The Flashes' game that was originally scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 3 against the University of Buffalo…

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Golden Flashes Win Sixth in a Row on National TV

KENT, Ohio — Playing at the M.A.C. Center in front of a national television audience for the first time in program history, the Kent State women's basketball team took down visiting Northern Illinois, 73-48, on Sunday evening. Read more…

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Callahan Jr. Ties Kent State Field House Facility Record in Indoor Track & Field Opener

KENT, Ohio – Freshman Sean Callahan Jr. tied the Kent State Field House men's 60-meter dash record in his collegiate debut on Saturday, as the Golden Flashes recorded nine event victories at the season-opening Jud Logan Memorial. Read…

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Fly the Flag! Flashes Take Down Pitt in Season Opener

PITTSBURGH – The Kent State gymnastics team won its season opener on the road at Pitt, beating the Panthers 194.500-193.700 on Sunday. The Golden Flashes spoiled the Panthers' first home meet since the ACC started sponsoring gymnastics. …

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Flashes Fall to the Chippewas

MOUNT PLEASANT, MI - The Kent State Men's Basketball team (8-8) was defeated by Central Michigan on the road 77-62. The Flashes will head to Northern Illinois before returning home to face NIU on Tuesday, Jan. 16. Tip-off time is scheduled for…

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Flashes Drop Pair at Virginia Duals

HAMPTON ROADS, VA- The Golden Flashes dropped a pair of duals on Friday at the historic Virginia Duals, falling to #17 South Dakota State and the University of Virginia. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics to Open Season Saturday at Pitt

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State Gymnastics team is set for the 2024 season opener on Saturday, Jan. 13, on the road at Pitt. The meet is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Look to Bounce Back on the Road against the Chippewas

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team is back on the road for their next two MAC games. The Flashes will start with Central Michigan on Saturday, Jan. 13, and then head to Northern Illinois to play NIU on Tuesday, Jan. 16.…

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Track and Field to Host Jud Logan Memorial on Saturday to Open Indoor Season

Kent State will break in a newly-installed Mondotrack as the 2023-24 indoor season begins with the Jud Logan Memorial on Saturday. The first collegiate meet on the new surface will begin at 9 a.m. at the Kent State Field House. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes Head South to Virginia Duals

KENT- The Golden Flashes head back on the road on Friday, traveling to Virginia to participate in the 43rd Virginia Duals. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Whitman Named Finalist for Greater Cleveland Sports Awards

KENT- Former Kent State left hander Joe Whitman has been named a finalist for College Male Athlete of the Year for the 2024 Greater Cleveland Sports Awards. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Readies for CBS Sports Network Showcase Against NIU

KENT, Ohio – For the first time in program history, the Kent State women's basketball team will compete on national television in front of its home fans on Sunday, January 14, against Northern Illinois. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Routs RedHawks for Fifth Straight Victory

OXFORD, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team defeated Miami, 69-38, inside of Millett Hall on Wednesday for the largest margin of victory in the series since Feb. 17, 2000. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to the Rockets at Home

Kent, OH - The Kent State Men's Basketball team (8-7) was defeated by Toledo inside the M.A.C. Center 75-89. on the road in overtime 71-69. The Flashes will go on the road for their next two matchups. The Flashes will play Cent. 13. Tip-off…

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Flashes Back in Action Wednesday at Miami

Kent State will begin the second week of the Mid-American Conference women's basketball season with a trip to Miami. Tip from Millett Hall is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ferguson Snags Wrestler of the Week Honors

KENT- The Golden Flashes nabbed their second Mid-American Conference Wrestler of the Week as Aaron Ferguson earned the honor for his efforts at the Franklin and Marshall Open on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set to Host Toledo for National TV Contest

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team returns home to face The Toledo Rockets on Tuesday, January 9. Tip-off time is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. The matchup is the first time the two teams will meet since the 2023 MAC Tournament…

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Flashes Fall to EMU in OT

Ypsilanti, MI - The Kent Men's Basketball team (8-6) was defeated by Eastern Michigan on the road in overtime 71-69. The Flashes will look ahead to face Toledo inside the M.A.C. Center on Tuesday, January 9. This is the first time the two teams…

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Flashes Race Past Bobcats for Fourth Win in a Row

KENT, Ohio — Kent State shot 50% and scored the most points in regulation against a Mid-American Conference opponent since Jan. 11, 2017 on Saturday afternoon at the M.A.C. Center in a 92-63 victory over Ohio. Read more at Kent State…

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Ferguson Leads Flashes at F and M Open

LANCASTER, PA- Aaron Ferguson wrestled his way to a team-best fifth-place finish on Friday, leading the Golden Flashes at the Franklin and Marshall Open.e Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball to “Black Out” M.A.C. Center on Saturday

The Kent State women's basketball team will wear its new black uniform in front of the home crowd as part of a "Black Out" on Saturday when Ohio visits the M.A.C. Center for the first home contest of the Mid-American Conference…

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Flashes Head to Eastern Michigan for First MAC Road Game

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team will head to Ypsilanti, MI to face Eastern Michigan for their first MAC road game on Saturday, January 6. Tip-off time is scheduled for approximately 3:30 p.m. ET following the EMU…

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Guns, Schultz Named MAC Gymnasts to Watch; Flashes Tabbed Fourth in Preseason Poll

KENT, Ohio – After placing third at the conference championship meet last March, the Kent State gymnastics team was picked to finish fourth in the Mid-American Conference by the league's seven head coaches on Friday. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes Return to the Mat at Franklin and Marshall Open

KENT- The Golden Flashes will ring in the new year and return to the mat on Friday, taking part in the 68th Franklin and Marshall College Open in the Philadelphia suburb of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Beats Buffalo to Start #MACtion with Road Victory

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Kent State made nine three-point shots in the first half and led by as many as 21 in a 73-64 victory at Buffalo in the Mid-American Conference opener for both teams Wednesday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Defeat the Cardinals for their First MAC Win

Kent, OH -The Kent Men's Basketball team (8-5) won their first Mid-American Conference game of the 2023-24 season against Ball State this evening 82-60. This is the second year in a row the Flashes take their MAC opener. The Flashes will look…

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Kent State Visits Buffalo to Start #MACtion

Kent State will begin Mid-American Conference women's basketball play Wednesday at Buffalo in a matchup between two of the top defensive teams in the conference. Tip inside of Alumni Arena is scheduled for 6 p.m. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Host Ball State For MAC Opener

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team will open up in 2024 with their first MAC game. The Flashes host Ball State on Tuesday, Jan. 2 inside the M.A.C. Center. Tip of time is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. This will be both teams'…

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Women’s Basketball Beats La Roche, Posts Record Margin of Victory

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team set a program record for margin of victory on Saturday afternoon, defeating La Roche by a score of 109-31. The 68-point margin topped the previous record of 72 against Hiram last season.…

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Flashes Fell to the Gaels Inside UNU Pavilion

Moraga, Calif. -The Flashes fell to Saint Mary's College 66-46 Friday evening. The Flashes will look ahead to start MACtion inside the M.A.C. Center on Tuesday, Jan. 2. The Flashes will host Ball State for Healthcare Appreciation Night.…

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Flashes Head West to Close Out 2023

Moraga, Calif. – The Kent State Men's basketball team heads West to play Saint Mary's College inside UCU Pavilion Friday evening. Tip-off time is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET. The game can be watched on ESPN+ and heard on WHK 1420 AM.…

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Takagi to Compete in 2023 Patriot All-America Invitational

Sophomore Leon Takagi will be participating in the Patriot All-America Invitational from December 29-31 at Wigwam Golf Resort in Litchfield Park, AZ. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Embarking on Service Trip To Rwanda

KENT-Members of the Kent State Athletics department will travel to Rwanda for a two-week adventure beginning on January 1. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball to Host La Roche on Saturday

Kent State will host La Roche on Saturday, Dec. 30 at 1 p.m. for a final tune-up prior to the start of Mid-American Conference play. As part of Kids Day – presented by the Future Flashes Kids Club – all children in attendance will…

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Flashes Add Nine to Academic-All MAC Team

KENT- Nine Golden Flashes earned the distinction of Academic All-Conference honors, as announced by the Mid-American Conference on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Ducks on the Road

Eugene, OR -The Flashes fell to the Oregon Ducks 84-70 Thursday evening. The Flashes will look ahead to finish their non-conference schedule at St. Mary's College on Friday, December 29. Tip-off time is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Read more at…

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Every Team Posts Term GPA Over 3.0 For First Time in Department History

KENT- Every single Golden Flash program posted a term grade-point average (GPA) above a 3.0 for the first time in history, highlighting an exemplary semester in the classroom for Kent State Athletics. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head West to Play the Ducks

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team heads West to play the University of Oregon inside the Matthew Knight Arena on Thursday evening. Tip-off time is scheduled for 9:00 p.m. ET. The game can be watched on the PAC12 Network and…

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Flashes Ink 27 on National Signing Day

KENT- The Kent State Golden Flashes, led by head coach Kenni Burns have signed 27 players during the 2023 signing period, officially kicking off year two of the Kent GRIT era. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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McGuire Named to Academic All-MAC Team

CLEVELAND — Kent State sophomore Mackenzie McGuire has been named to the 2023 Volleyball Academic All-Mid-American Conference Team, the conference announced on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Meiszner Captures MAC Wrestling Honors

KENT- Billy Meiszner has been named the Mid-American Conference's co-West Division Wrestler of the Week for his efforts over the weekend against Lindenwood, SIU-E and Cal Baptist. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Put on Show for Local Students

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team defeated Lake Erie, 84-20, in front of more than 1,500 local elementary students in attendance at the M.A.C. Center on Tuesday for School Field Trip Day presented by Ohio's 529…

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Schaffer and Ferguson Post Wins against NIU

DeKalb-Aaron Ferguson and Blake Schaffer picked up victories for the Golden Flashes but the NIU Huskies prevailed 37-6 over the Flashes in the final dual of the 2023 calendar season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Hosts Lake Erie Tuesday for Annual Field Trip Game

The Kent State women's basketball team returns to action at the M.A.C. Center against Lake Erie on Tuesday at 11 a.m. for School Field Trip Day presented by Ohio's 529 College Advantage. More than 1,000 students from local elementary…

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Meiszner Goes 3-0 to Lead Flashes

KENT- Billy Meiszner and Blake Schaffer each went a perfect 3-0 as the Flashes blanked Lindenwood, highlighting a three-match, two-state frenzy on Sunday for the Flashes. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Mid-West Swing Wraps Calendar Year

KENT- The Golden Flashes wrap the 2023 portion of the schedule with a trip to Saint Louis and Illinois to face Lindenwood, Cal Baptist and SIU-E on Sunday and Northern Illinois on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Announces 2024 Softball Schedule

KENT, Ohio — Kent State softball head coach Jessica O'Donnell announced the team's 2024 schedule on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Volleyball Trio Receives Academic All-District® Honors

KENT, Ohio – Kent State student-athletes Mackenzie McGuire , Kendall White and Burgundy Walters have been named to the 2023 Academic All-District® Volleyball teams, selected by College Sports Communicators (CSC). Read more at Kent State…

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Hauser Earns MAC Player of the Week Award

CLEVELAND – Sophomore Corynne Hauser has been named Mid-American Conference Player of the Week, the league office announced Tuesday morning. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Hauser Posts Double-Double in Double-Overtime Thriller at Duquesne

PITTSBURGH — Sophomore Corynne Hauser recorded her first double-double in Kent State uniform with 19 points and career-high 11 rebounds on Sunday in an 89-82 double-overtime setback to Duquesne. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics Showcases Skills at Blue-Gold Meet

KENT, Ohio – The Blue team came out victorious in Kent State Gymnastics' annual Blue-Gold exhibition meet on Sunday afternoon in the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Finish 2023 Home Games With a Win Against the Vikings

Kent, OH -The Flashes finished the non-conference schedule at home with an 83–77 victory over Cleveland State this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics to Kick Off 2023-24 Season with Blue-Gold Meet Sunday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team is set to kick off the 2023-24 season with its annual Blue and Gold meet on Sunday, December 10 at 1 p.m. at the Memorial Athletic Convocation Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Visit Duquesne on Sunday

The Kent State women's basketball team will play its final road game against a non-conference opponent on Sunday when it visits Duquesne for a 2 p.m. tip at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Drops Pair of Heartbreakers

KENT- The Golden Flashes had matches with VMI and Gannon go down to the wire, but the visitors prevailed both times with VMI winning 23-16 and Gannon getting a 20-19 tiebreak victory over the host Flashes. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Host the Vikings for Coaches vs. Cancer Game

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team is home tomorrow for Saturday afternoon's contest against Cleveland State. Tip-off time is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. ET at the M.A.C Center. The game can be watched on ESPN+ and heard on…

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Kent State Lacrosse Reveals 2024 Schedule

KENT, Ohio - Kent State has announced its schedule for the upcoming 2024 lacrosse season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics Unveils 2023-24 Promotional Schedule

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State gymnastics team has announced its promotional schedule for an action-packed 2023-24 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Athletics Ties Graduation Success Rate Record

INDIANAPOLIS – Kent State Athletics tied its department record for its Graduation Success Rate (GSR), as the NCAA released data for the 2016-17 cohort on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Eleven Flashes Garner Academic All-MAC Recognition

CLEVELAND – The Kent State University women's soccer team had 11 student-athletes represented on the Academic All-MAC Team for the 2023 season, the Mid-American Conference office announced Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Open Home Slate with VMI and Gannon

KENT- The Golden Flashes open up the home slate of the 2023-24 wrestling season on Friday, welcoming in the Virginia Military Institute and Gannon for a pair of afternoon duals. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Unveil 2024 Schedule

KENT- The Golden Flashes baseball team will welcome in Ohio State, Pitt and Saint Joseph's in non-conference play, highlighting an exciting and challenging 2024 schedule. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Capture Road Win Against South Dakota State

Brookings, SD - The Flashes captured their first true road game victory against South Dakota State 82-73 inside Frost Arena. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Boast Nine Cross Country Academic All-MAC Honoree

CLEVELAND — Nine Kent State cross country student-athletes have been named to the 2023 Academic All-Mid-American Conference Teams, the conference office announced Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Travel to Brookings, SD

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team is back on the road to travel to Brookings, SD to play South Dakota State on Tuesday, Dec. 5. Tip-off time is scheduled for 9:15 p.m. ET inside Frost Arena. The game can be watched on Midco…

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Fourteen Golden Flashes Earn Academic All-MAC Honors

CLEVELAND - The Kent State field hockey team had 14 student-athletes named to the 2023 Academic All-MAC Team, the Mid-American Conference announced this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Dunn Grabs Career-High 12 Rebounds Against 15th-Ranked FSU

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Junior Bridget Dunn grabbed a career-high 12 rebounds and scored nine points to just miss a double-double as Kent State fell to No. 15 Florida State, 76-49, Sunday afternoon at the Tucker Center. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes on Wrong End of a Trio of Saturday Duals

BOILING SPRINGS, NC- The Golden Flashes found themselves on the wrong end of a trio of duals on Saturday, falling to Buffalo, Chattanooga and host Gardner Webb. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball Starts December at No. 15 Florida State

Kent State will go for its second win against a Power-Five opponent in the Sunshine State in an eight-day span on Sunday afternoon, this time against 15th-ranked Florida State. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to North Carolina for Gardner-Webb Quad

KENT- The Golden Flashes head south this weekend, traveling to North Carolina to take part in a quad meet hosted by Gardner-Webb. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Ease Past Shawnee State

Kent, OH - The Flashes bounced back dominating Shawnee State 103-61. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Team Up With Cleveland Hope Lodge

KENT, OH - Kent State men's basketball has teamed up with the Cleveland Hope Lodge, setting up the M.A.C.C. as a donation drop-off location for the Lodge's Wish List items this holiday season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball Crushes Coppin State in Home Opener

KENT, Ohio — Kent State opened the home schedule with a dominant 77-40 victory over Coppin State Wednesday evening at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Prepare to Host NAIA Opponent Shawnee State

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team is looking to snap back after a 78-74 loss against the College of Charleston. The Flashes will take on Shawnee State University on Thursday, Nov. 30 inside the M.A.C. Center. Tip-off time is…

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Usoz Earns NFHCA All-Region Honors

GENEVA, N.Y. — Kent State freshman Eva Usoz received NFHCA All-West Region Second Team honors, as the National Field Hockey Coaches Association announced members of the 2023 Division 1 All-Region Teams on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State…

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McCray Leads Kent State All-MAC Selections

KENT- Kent State wide receiver Chrishon McCray was named first team, highlighting four players named all Mid-American Conference as voted on by the conference coaches. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Set to Co-Host Canadian Collegiate Invitational Tournament in 2024

OAKVILLE, Ont. – Kent State will co-host the Canadian Collegiate Invitational tournament that will take place at Öviinbyrd Golf Club in MacTier, Ont. from Sept. 15-17, 2024, as Golf Canada announced the creation of the event on Wednesday. Read…

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Salopek, Arthur Named to USC All-Midwest Region Teams

KENT, Ohio – Two members of the Kent State women's soccer team were named to the United Soccer Coaches All-Midwest Region teams, as announced by the organization on Tuesday. Kelsey Salopek earned second team honors while Alisa Arthur was…

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Kent State Women’s Basketball to Host Coppin State Wednesday for Home Opener

The Kent State women's basketball team opens the home schedule on Wednesday as Coppin State visits the M.A.C. Center for a 7 p.m. contest. The game will be a "Powder Blue Out" with powder blue pom-poms being distributing to the first…

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Flashes Announce Exciting Wrestling Promotional Schedule

KENT- The Golden Flashes have an exciting and electrifying promotion schedule in store for the 2023-24 home wrestling schedule. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Cougars Take Down the Flashes With a Second Half Performance

Kent, OH - In a game with 11 lead changes and eight ties the Flashes fell to the College of Charleston 84-78 inside the M.A.C. Center. The Flashes will look to bounce back against Shawnee State University on Thursday, Nov. 30. Tip-off time is…

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Kent State Beats Missouri on Hauser's Late Layup

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — For the second time in her young career, sophomore Corynne Hauser scored the go-ahead layup in the final 15 seconds to lead Kent State to a Power-Five victory. Hauser's basket with 12.3 seconds to play on Saturday…

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Flashes Show Fight in Senior Day Setback

KENT- The Golden Flashes honored the 2023-24 senior class in a pre-game ceremony then gave Northern Illinois all they could handle in a 37-27 setback at Dix Stadium on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set to Host College of Charleston

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team returns to the M.A.C. Center after a three-game series in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Flashes will have two home games before going back on the road. The Flashes host the College of…

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Golden Flashes Drop Daytona Beach Classic Opener to Mocs, 64-54

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Freshman Janae Tyler scored a career-high 14 points to account for half of Kent State's bench scoring in a 64-54 loss to Chattanooga on Friday at the Ocean Center as part of the Daytona Beach Classic. Read more at…

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Kent State Heads to Daytona Beach Classic

The Kent State women's basketball team will play a pair of challenging opponents as part of the Daytona Beach Classic over Thanksgiving weekend. The Golden Flashes (2-1) are scheduled to play a Chattanooga team coming off a NCAA Tournament…

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Flashes Welcome in Huskies on Senior Day Saturday

KENT- The Golden Flashes will celebrate 10 seniors in a pre-game ceremony and welcome in the Northern Illinois Huskies on Saturday in the regular-season finale and a noon kick at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Rallies in Fourth Quarter to Beat Xavier

CINCINNATI — The Kent State women's basketball team outscored host Xavier 29-14 over the final 12:01 to leave the Cintas Center with a 64-57 victory Tuesday evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Six Flashes Earn CSC Academic All-District Honors

KENT, Ohio - The College Sports Communicators (CSC) released its Academic All-District list on Tuesday and the Kent State was well-represented with six members of the women's soccer team earning recognition. Read more at Kent State University…

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Andrassy Promotes Mitcheff to Associate Head Coach

KENT-­ Golden Flashes head coach Jim Andrassy has announced that Danny Mitcheff('10)has been elevated to associate head coach. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Take Third in Paradise Jam Tournament

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS - Despite the Flashes trailing in the first minutes of the game 9-0, the team battled and ended up on top 79-72 against Fordham. With tonight's victory, the Flashes finished third in the Paradise Jam Tournament. Read more…

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Golden Flashes Head to Xavier for Tuesday Night Tilt

Kent State returns to the hardwood Tuesday night for the first time in a week when it battles Xavier on the road at 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Missouri St in Paradise Jam Tournament

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS - The Flashes will fight for third place in the Paradise Jam Tournament against Fordham tomorrow Monday, Nov. 20 after a 56-52 loss against Missouri State. Tip-off time is scheduled for 5:45 p.m. ET and will be available on…

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Flashes Drop Final Road Contest of Season

MUNCIE-The Golden Flashes had several players have season highs on defense but it would be the Ball State Cardinals prevailing 34-3 on Saturday afternoon at Scheumann Stadium, the final road game of the 2023 campaign for the Golden Flashes. Read…

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Schaffer Leads Flashes at Navy Classic

ANNAPOLIS- Blake Schaffer wrestled to a fifth-place finish on Saturday, leading the Golden Flashes at the Navy Classic. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Baidy Ba Represents Kent State at NCAA Cross Country Championships for Second Year in a Row

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Kent State junior Baidy Ba finished 162nd at the 2023 NCAA Division I Cross Country Championships on Saturday at Panorama Farms Cross Country Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Henderson Named to MAC Volleyball All-Freshman Team

CLEVELAND – Kent State's Logan Henderson was named to the seven-member Mid-American Conference All-Freshman Team, as the conference office announced its volleyball postseason honors on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Sink the Pirates in Paradise Jam Tournament

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS - The Flashes eased by the Pirates as they concluded their first of three games in the Paradise Jam Tournament with a 100-62 victory. The Flashes will look to bounce back quickly as they take on the winner of tonight's game…

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Flashes head to Maryland for Navy Classic

ANNAPOLIS- The Golden Flashes are sending 20 wrestlers to the 45th annual Navy Classic this weekend in Maryland. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Wrap Road Slate at Ball State

KENT- The Golden Flashes wrap up the road portion of the regular season this weekend, traveling to Muncie, Indiana to take on the Ball State Cardinals. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ba Aims for Strong Finish at NCAA Cross Country Championships

For the second year in a row, Kent State junior Baidy Ba will run at the NCAA Division I Cross Country Championships. Hosted by the University of Virginia, the 2023 edition will take place on Saturday (Nov. 18) at Panorama Farms Cross Country Course…

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Kent State Drops Final Volleyball Match to Ohio

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State volleyball team was defeated by Ohio, 3-1 (21-25, 25-20, 20-25, 10-25), in the final match of the 2023 season on Wednesday at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head South For Paradise Jam Tournament

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Kent State Men's basketball team is switching out their winter jackets for swim trunks and heading South to the Virgin Islands to play three games in the Paradise Jam Tournament. The Flashes will start the…

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Wrestling and Gymnastics Season Tickets On Sale Now

KENT, Ohio – Season ticket packages for both Kent State wrestling and gymnastics are on sale now on KSUTix.com. Both teams will host four regular-season home competitions inside the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center during the 2023-24…

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Shumate Posts Double-Double against Defending National Champions

BATON ROUGE, La. — Kent State trailed by just two at halftime before defending national champion LSU caught fire in the second half to pull away for a 109-79 victory Tuesday at the PMAC. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Volleyball to Host Ohio In Season Finale Wednesday Night

The Kent State volleyball team will play one final home match as the 2023 campaign closes against Ohio on Wednesday. First serve at the M.A.C. Center is scheduled for 6 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ballard Promoted to Gymnastics Associate Head Coach

Craig Ballard has been named Kent State Gymnastics Associate Head Coach after working as an assistant coach since 2012. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Look to Remain Undefeated, Challenge No. 7 LSU on Tuesday

Kent State will face a tough challenge against No. 7 LSU on Tuesday in a 12 p.m. contest at the PMAC, as it looks to open the season with a 2-0 trip to the Bayou. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Stellar Defense Keys Season-Opening Victory at Louisiana

LAFAYETTE, La. — Kent State put on a defensive clinic Sunday evening to open the season with a 64-55 win at Louisiana, a game that was part of the inaugural MAC-Sun Belt Challenge. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Castro Leads Flashes at WVU Duals

MORGANTOWN- Pablo Castro picked up a pair of victories on Sunday but the Flashes dropped a pair of duals, 24-17 to Duke and 44-3 to the host Mountaineers. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Conclude Three-Game Home Stretch With a Victory Against Fresno State

Kent, OH - The Flashes ended their three-game home stand with a 79-69 victory over Fresno State inside the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Loses to EMU in Final Road Match

YPSILANTI, Mich. – The Kent State volleyball team was defeated by Eastern Michigan, 3-0 (23-25, 21-25, 22-25), in a Mid-American Conference volleyball matchup Saturday at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. Read more at Kent State University…

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Baidy Ba Headed Back to NCAA Cross Country Championships

INDIANAPOLIS — Kent State junior Baidy Ba has earned an individual qualifying spot at the NCAA Cross Country Championships for the second season in a row, the NCAA announced during Saturday afternoon's selection show. Read more at Kent…

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Women’s Hoops Visits Louisiana to Start 2023-24 Campaign

The Kent State women's basketball team will begin the 2023-24 regular season on Sunday at Louisiana. The game is part of the inaugural MAC-Sun Belt Challenge and is scheduled to tip at 5 p.m. ET. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Eagles Friday Night

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Four players posted double-doubles on Friday as Kent State lost to host Eastern Michigan, 3-1 (25-18, 26-28, 29-31, 22-25), in a Mid-American Conference volleyball matchup. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Baidy Ba Earns All-Region Honors with Record-Setting Performance

MADISON, Wis. — Junior Baidy Ba broke his own Kent State cross country 10K record with a personal-best time of 30:02.4 to finish 13th at the NCAA Great Lakes Regional Championships on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Look to Bounce Back Against Fresno State

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team is preparing for their last home game of the three-game home stand this Saturday, November 11 against Fresno State inside the M.A.C. Center. Tip-off time is scheduled for 7 p.m. and will…

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Flashes Head to Morgantown to Face WVU and Duke

MORGANTOWN- The Golden Flashes hit the road this weekend, traveling to Morgantown on Sunday to take on the host Mountaineers and the Duke Blue Devils as part of the West Virginia Quad Meet. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall Short in Thrilling Double OT

Kent, OH - After a hard-fought battle in double overtime, the Flashes came up short against James Madison 108-113. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Visits Eastern Michigan for Final Road Volleyball Matches

The Kent State volleyball team will play on the road for the final time this season with two matches at Eastern Michigan this weekend. Both matches will be streamed on ESPN+. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball Adds Hildebrand and Murray During Early Signing Period

KENT, Ohio — Women's basketball head coach Todd Starkey started the early signing period by announcing that Journey Hildebrand and Meghan Murray have signed to join Kent State's roster for the 2024-25 season. Read more at Kent State…

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Kent State Continues Partnership with TicketSmarter

KENT- Kent State University and TicketSmarter announced an agreement today to extend their partnership. TicketSmarter is a fast-growing national ticket resale marketplace and the official ticket resale marketplace partner of Kent State University…

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Kent State Heads to NCAA Great Lakes Regional Cross Country Championships

The Kent State cross country teams head to Madison, Wisconsin for the 2023 NCAA Great Lakes Cross Country Regional Championships on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women's Golf Adds Five to 2024 Class

The Kent State Women's Golf Program is adding five signees to its 2024 class. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fight But BG Claims Anniversary Award

KENT- The Golden Flashes got career nights from Tommy Ulatowski, Luke Floriea and Bryce Sheppert but Bowling Green prevailed 49-19 in a mid-week MACtion contest at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host James Madison for 2023-24 MAC-SBC Challenge

Kent, OH – The Kent State Men's basketball team is preparing for their second game of the three home games stretch this Thursday, November 9 against James Madison at the M.A.C. Center. Tip-off time is scheduled for 7 p.m. and will air on…

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Flashes Ink Jones and Nichols on Signing Day

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State men's basketball team announced two signees earlier today. Deandre Jones and Jonas Nichols will join the Flashes as members of the 2024 signing class. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer's Arthur Named MAC Female Scholar-Athlete of the Week

CLEVELAND – Alisa Arthur was named the Mid-American Conference Female Scholar-Athlete of the Week, the conference office announced Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Battle Bowling Green on Wednesday for the Anniversary Award

KENT- The Golden Flashes return home on Wednesday night, welcoming in the Bowling Green Falcons for some mid-week MACtion on CBS Sports Network and the Kent State Radio Network. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Second Half Spark Leads the Flashes to Season-Opening Win

Kent, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team extended its winning streak at home to 23 in a row after an electric night inside the MAC Center against Malone, 79-58. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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M.A.C.C. Readies for Visitors with an Eye on Inclusion

KENT- The Memorial Athletic Convocation Center (M.A.C.C) has installed several features to ensure an inclusive and welcoming environment for students, staff and families that utilize the facility. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Castro Sixth, Flashes Ninth at Clarion Open

CLARION, PA- Pablo Castro finished in sixth place at 133 pounds, helping the Golden Flashes finish ninth in a deep field at the Clarion Open. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open 2023-24 Season with a Three-Game Home Stand

Kent, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team gets the 2023-24 regular season started with a three-game home stand starting Monday, November 6 against Malone at the M.A.C. Center. Tip-off time is scheduled for 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State…

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Soccer Comes Up Just Short in Championship Game, Falls 2-1

KALAMAZOO, Mich. – The Kent State women's soccer team lost 2-1 to Ohio in the 2023 Mid-American Conference Championship on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Six Score in Double-Figures, Flashes Cruise to Exhibition Victory

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team beat Muskingum, 106-35, in an exhibition contest at the M.A.C. Center on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Mack and Walters Post Career-Highs on Senior Night

KENT, Ohio – Graduate students Kiana Mack and Burgundy Walters recorded career-high kill totals as the Kent State volleyball team celebrated Senior Night on Saturday. Visiting Central Michigan left the M.A.C. Center with 3-1 (25-23, 21-25,…

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Flashes fall to Miami in MAC Championship

OXFORD, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (8-11) fell 3-1 against Miami (14-7) this afternoon in the MAC Championship. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Set to Battle for MAC Championship on Sunday

KENT, Ohio – For the second time in three seasons, the Kent State soccer team will play in the Mid-American Conference Championship. The fourth-seeded Golden Flashes will face off with No. 6 Ohio at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5, for a chance to…

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Kent State to Host Muskingum for Sunday Women’s Basketball Exhibition Contest

The Kent State women's basketball program continues preparation for the 2023-24 campaign with an exhibition contest against Muskingum at 1 p.m. Sunday inside of the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Drops Weekend Opener to CMU

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State volleyball team lost to Central Michigan, 3-0 (12-25, 18-25, 16-25) in a Mid-American Conference volleyball contest inside of the M.A.C. Center on Friday evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Win in Overtime to Compete in MAC Championship

OXFORD, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (8-10, 5-2 MAC) won 3-2 in overtime against App State (14-5, 6-1 MAC) this afternoon to compete in the MAC Championship. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Wrestling Heads to Clarion Open to Start 23-24 Campaign

KENT- The 2023-24 wrestling season gets underway this Sunday, heading to western Pennsylvania to participate in the 2023 Clarion Open. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Golf Adds Manuela Carbajo Ré to Staff

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's golf team is adding professional Manuela Carbajo Ré as an assistant coach. Most recently, Carbajo Ré was a golf instructor at Leadbetter Golf Academy in Florida. Read more at Kent State University…

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Golden Flashes Lacrosse Welcomes Margaret Wolford as an Assistant Coach

KENT Ohio - Kent State Lacrosse coach Brianne Tierney has announced the addition of Margaret Wolford as an assistant coach. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kedronova Competes in Women’s Amateur Team Championship

ABU DHABI, U.A.E. – Kent State freshman Veronika Kedronova recently wrapped up competition at the Women's Amateur Team Championship at the Abu Dhabi Golf Club. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Advance to MAC Championship with 2-1 Win over WMU

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team handed Western Michigan its first loss against a conference opponent this season, knocking off the top-seeded Broncos 2-1 in the Mid-American Conference semifinals. Read more at Kent State…

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Senior Night Highlights Home Weekend for Flashes Volleyball

Kent State will resume its home schedule this weekend when Central Michigan visits the M.A.C. Center for a pair of matches. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball Picked Third, Shumate Named Preseason All-MAC First Team

CLEVELAND – Redshirt senior Katie Shumate was named to the Preseason All-MAC First Team and Kent State finished third in the2023-24 MAC Women's Basketball Preseason Coaches' Poll, the Mid-American Conference announced on Thursday…

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Usoz leads Postseason MAC Honors for Kent State Field Hockey

CLEVELAND – The Kent State field hockey team had four student-athletes awarded postseason conference honors, as announced by the Mid-American Conference this morning. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Heartbreak in Wagon Wheel Rivalry Game

AKRON- A rivalry game full of momentum swings swung the wrong way on Wednesday night in a 31-27 setback to the Zips. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set for MAC Semifinal against Western Michigan

KENT, Ohio – The No. 4 Kent State women's soccer team travels to Kalamazoo on Thursday, Nov. 2, to face against top-seeded Western Michigan for a spot in the Mid-American Conference championship game. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. The match…

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Flashes Picked Second in MAC Preseason Poll

CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Kent State Men's Basketball team was picked second in the Mid-American Conference Preseason Coaches' Poll, the conference announced earlier today. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes take on App State in MAC Tournament Semifinal

The Kent State field hockey team (7-10, 5-2 MAC) is set to compete against App State in the 2023 Mid-American Conference Tournament semifinals on Friday, Nov. 3 at 2:30 p.m. Top-seeded host Miami and fourth-seeded Ohio face off in the other…

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Flashes Look to Make it Five Straight in Wagon Wheel Rivalry

KENT- The Golden Flashes will look to make it five straight in annual Wagon Wheel rivalry game as they face the rival Akron Zips at InfoCision Stadium on Wednesday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Four Flashes Earn MAC Yearly Awards

CLEVELAND – Four members of the Kent State women's soccer team earned yearly awards from the Mid-American Conference, the league office announced Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Strunk receives final MAC Player of the Week Award

CLEVELAND — Kent State field hockey sophomore Patricia Strunk has been named Mid-American Conference Offense Player of the Week, the conference office announced this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Announces Women’s Basketball Promotional Schedule

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team has announced its promotional schedule for an action-packed 2023-24 season at the M.A.C. Center. A diverse array of themes and special celebrations promise to make every game a memorable…

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Flashes fall to Indiana in overtime

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. - The Kent State field hockey team (7-10, 5-2 MAC) fell 3-2 in overtime against Indiana (6-13) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Opens MAC Tournament with 3-0 Shutout Over NIU

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team opened the 2023 MAC Championship with a resounding 3-0 win in the quarterfinal round over Northern Illinois on Sunday at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Beat Rockets 3-1

TOLEDO, Ohio – The Kent State volleyball team got back in the win column on Saturday by beating host Toledo, 3-1 (25-19, 25-23, 22-25, 25-23) in a Mid-American Conference volleyball contest inside of Savage Arena. Read more at Kent State…

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Carry Drafted to Memphis Hustle

Southhaven, MS - Recent graduate, Sincere Carry, was chosen in the 2023 NBA G League Draft earlier today by Memphis Hustle as a second-round, 38th overall pick. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ba Repeats First Team Performance at MAC Cross Country Championships

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio — Junior Baidy Ba placed fourth in the men's 8K race to lead Kent State at the 2023 Mid-American Conference Cross Country Championships on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Win in Last MAC Regular Season Contest

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - The Kent State field hockey team (7-9, 5-2 MAC) defeated Bellarmine (7-10, 3-4 MAC) 1-0 this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Postseason Play Begins as Soccer Hosts Northen Illinois Sunday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team returns to the Mid-American Conference Tournament on Sunday, Oct. 29, when it hosts Northern Illinois at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. The quarterfinal match will…

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Kent State Volleyball Loses at Ball State

MUNCIE, Ind. – Kent State lost to Ball State, 3-0 (13-25, 14-25, 15-25) in a Mid-American Conference volleyball contest on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Travels to MAC Cross Country Championships in Bowling Green

Kent State hopes to peak at the right now as it competes at the 2023 Mid-American Conference Championships, which will take place Saturday at the Mel Brodt Cross Country Course in Bowling Green. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Beat Buffalo, Will Host NIU in MAC Tournament

BUFFALO, N.Y. – A year ago, Buffalo came into Dix Stadium and knocked the Kent State women's soccer team out of the postseason with a 2-0 win. On Thursday, the Golden Flashes returned the favor, earning a 2-1 win at UB Stadium. Read more…

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Flashes Volleyball Heads to Ball State and Toledo

The Kent State volleyball team will play on the road once again this weekend, heading to Ball State on Friday and then traveling to Toledo on Saturday. Both matches will be streamed on ESPN+. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Wrap Up Regular Season in Weekend Contests

The Kent State field hockey team (6-9, 4-2 MAC) take a three-game win streak into the final weekend of the regular season against Bellarmine on Friday, Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. and Indiana on Sunday, Oct. 29 at 12 p.m. Read more at Kent State University…

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The Golden Flashes Club announces staff promotion

KENT, Ohio- The Golden Flashes Club is happy to announce the promotion of Brian Grubich to Assistant Athletics Director, Director of Philanthropy. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Buffalo to Wrap Up Regular Season

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team heads to Buffalo on Thursday to wrap up the regular season against the Bulls. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. and will be streamed live on YouTube. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Women’s Basketball Game vs. NIU Selected for National TV on January 14

CLEVELAND — Kent State will play at least one nationally-televised game this season, as the Mid-American Conference announced its women's basketball national television schedule for the 2023-24 season on Wednesday. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes Announce "Buy Week" Ticket Promotions

KENT- Kent State Athletics is proud to announce its "Buy Week" campaign. There will be exclusive deals for Volleyball, Football, and Basketball from Monday, October 23rd through Friday, October 27th. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Men’s Basketball Announces Electrifying 2023-24 Promo Schedule

KENT, Ohio – [October 23, 2023] – The defending MAC Champion Kent State Golden Flashes are gearing up for an action-packed 2023-24 men's basketball season, and fans have plenty to look forward to with a diverse array of promotional…

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Flashes Victory in Final Home Game

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (6-9, 4-2 MAC) won 3-1 against Longwood (3-14, 1-5 MAC) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Clinch Postseason Spot with 4-1 Win Over Toledo

TOLEDO, Ohio – Mary Kate Lape tallied three assists as the Kent State soccer team earned a crucial 4-1 victory on the road against Toledo on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Falcons 3-0

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – Kent State lost to Bowling Green, 3-0 (17-25, 16-25, 11-25) in a Mid-American Conference volleyball contest on Saturday at the Stroh Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes' Fast Start Not Enough in Homecoming Setback

KENT- The Golden Flashes got off to a quick start on homecoming, but it wasn't enough in a 24-6 setback against Buffalo on Saturday afternoon at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Set to Square Off with Toledo

KENT, Ohio – With just two games left in the 2023 season, the Kent State women's soccer team heads to Toledo on Sunday for a heavyweight matchup with the Rockets ladened with postseason implications. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. and will be…

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Kent State Swept by BG in Friday Volleyball Action

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio –The Kent State volleyball team lost a Mid-American Conference road contest to Bowling Green, 3-0 (15-25, 11-25, 11-25) on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Cross Country Competes at EMU Fall Classic

DEXTER, Mich. — Members of the Kent State cross country program competed in 5K races at the EMU Fall Classic on Friday at Hudson Mills Metropark. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Welcome in Bulls for Homecoming

KENT- Your Golden Flashes return home on Saturday, October 21st against the Buffalo Bulls (2-5, 2-1) in the annual homecoming game and a GOLD OUT at Dix Stadium, kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Back to Back! Takagi Earns Second Straight MAC Golfer of The Week

Leon Takagi earned her second consecutive MAC women's golfer of the week award, marking the third such honor for the Golden Flashes this Fall. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Drop Physical Contest with WMU

KENT, Ohio – In a battle between two Mid-American Conference heavyweights, the Kent State Soccer team fell to Western Michigan 2-0 in the last regular season home game of the season at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium on Thursday night. Read more…

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Gymnastics Releases 2023-24 Schedule

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team has released its 2023-24 season schedule, the team announced Thursday. Head Coach Brice Biggin's squad set to compete in 12 regular-season meets with their sights on a return to the top of the…

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Volleyball Visits Bowling Green for Pair of Matches

The Kent State volleyball team will head back on the road this weekend for two Mid-American Conference matches against Bowling Green. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes take on Longwood in the final home contest

The Kent State field hockey team (5-9, 3-2 MAC) prepares for the last home contest of the season against Longwood (3-13, 1-4 MAC) on Sunday, Oct. 22 at 12 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Cross Country Set for Tune Up at EMU Fall Classic

The Kent State cross country program returns to action at the EMU Fall Classic on Friday, Oct. 20. The meet will be held at Hudson Mills Metropark in Dexter, Michigan. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host Western Michigan in to Wrap Up Home Schedule

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team wraps up the home portion of the regular season schedule on Thursday night against Western Michigan in a match with serious postseason implications at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Kickoff…

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Flashes Golf Alum Johnson Finds Success on APGA Tour

Kent State men's golf alum and 2018 All-American honorable mention Chase Johnson has sustained notable success as of late on the Advocates Professional Golf Association Tour (APGA). Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Trio of January Conference Games Flexed to National TV

KENT- Three Golden Flashes' games have been selected for national television as announced by the Mid-American Conference. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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MACC O’ Lantern Madness Set for Oct. 29th

KENT, Ohio – Kent State fans will have an opportunity to preview the 2023-24 men's and women's basketball teams as the Golden Flashes host the annual preseason event when MACC O' Lantern Madness invades the M.A.C. Center on…

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Takagi Continues Excellent Play, Records Second Straight Top Five Finish

Leon Takagi placed 3rd for the second consecutive tournament, marking her third top ten finish in five tournaments this Fall. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ba Recognized as MAC Men’s Cross Country Runner of the Week

CLEVELAND – Kent State junior Baidy Ba has been named Mid-American Conference Men's Cross Country Runner of the Week, the league office announced Tuesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Strunk and van Eijck sweep MAC Player of the Week

CLEVELAND - The Kent State field hockey team swept the Mid-American Conference Players of the Week awards, the league announced this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gilkison Secures Top Ten Finish at Quail Valley, Flashes Place 8th

Jordan Gilkison recorded his second top ten finish of the season at the Quail Valley Invitational, tying for 9th among the 84 golfer field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Roberts Earns Second MAC East Defensive Player of the Week Award of Season

CLEVELAND – Kent State senior Bryn Roberts has been named Mid-American Conference East Division Defensive Player of the Week, the league office announced Monday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Giovinazzi Scores, Flashes Come Up Short Against NIU

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team dropped a hard-fought game to Northern Illinois on a cold and rainy Sunday at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium, falling 2-1. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes win against Lock Haven

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (5-9, 3-2 MAC) won 3-1 against Lock Haven (4-9) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men's Golf Heads to Sunshine State to Wrap up Fall Season

The Kent State men's golf team will be competing in the Quail Valley Invitational over the next two days hosted by Michigan State University. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women's Golf to Wrap Up Fall Season with Mercedes-Benz Invitational

Kent State women's golf will be competing in its 5th and final tournament of the Fall, heading south to play in the Mercedes-Benz Invitational hosted by the University of Tennessee. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Takagi earns MAC Women's Golfer of the Week Honors

Leon Takagi garnered her first MAC golfer of the week honors this season, placing 3rd in the Evie Odom Invitational last weekend. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Battle RedHawks in Four-Setter

KENT, Ohio – Kent State came up short in a back-and-forth Mid-American Conference volleyball match on Saturday as Miami left the M.A.C. Center with a 3-1 (21-25, 28-26, 19-25, 24-26) victory to split the weekend series. Read more at Kent…

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Rain, Eagles Spoil Saturday

YPSILANTI, MI-Luke Floriea had a pair of touchdown receptions and the Flashes held Eastern Michigan to 218 yards of offense, but Eastern Michigan prevailed in the wind and the rain, 28-14 on a soggy Saturday afternoon in Ypsilanti. Read more at…

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Baidy Ba Wins Men’s 8K Orange Race at Pre-Nationals

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Kent State junior Baidy Ba raced to victory in the men's Orange 8K on a rainy morning Saturday at the XC23 Pre-Nationals meet. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Back at Home Sunday to Face NIU

KENT, Ohio – With just four games left in the regular season, the Kent State women's soccer team will look to defend home turf on Sunday against Northern Illinois. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. and will be streamed live on BoxCast with Mike…

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Kent State Beats Miami 3-0 for First MAC Win

KENT, Ohio – Kent State trailed just once during a dominant 3-0 (25-12, 25-22, 25-17) win over visiting Miami on Friday night at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Cross Country Heads to Live in Lou Classic

The Kent State cross country teams will have a chance to preview the 2023 NCAA Championships course at Panorama Farms as they travel to Charlottesville, Virginia on Saturday, Oct. 14 for the XC23 Pre-Nationals. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Take Down First-Place RedHawks

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (4-9, 3-2 MAC) won 2-1 against Miami (9-6, 4-1 MAC) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Wrap Road Swing at EMU

KENT-The Golden Flashes wrap up a two-game road swing this Saturday, heading to Ypsilanti to take on the Eastern Michigan Eagles. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fluster Falcons, Win 2-0

BBOWLING GREEN, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team earned a massive road win on Thursday night, earning a decisive 2-0 victory over Bowling Green. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Tiana McCormick Represents MAC at NCAA DI SAAC Meeting

INDIANAPOLIS — Kent State women's track and field student-athlete Tianna McCormick recently represented the Mid-American Conference at the NCAA Division I Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) fall meetings, which were conducted at…

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Golden Flashes host Miami and Lock Haven

The Kent State field hockey team (3-9, 2-2 MAC) prepares for a Mid-American Conference contest against Miami on Friday, Oct. 13 at 1 p.m. and then celebrate the 2023 senior class on Sunday, Oct. 15 against Lock Haven at 12 p.m. Read more at Kent…

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Volleyball Hosts Miami to Finish Homestand

The Kent State volleyball team closes its four-match homestand to begin October with a pair of contests against Miami this weekend at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Ready to Face Bowling Green on Thursday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team is set to face Bowling Green is a heavyweight battle between two teams near the top of the Mid-American Conference table on Thursday. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. and will air on YouTube. Read…

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Gold Out Headlines Homecoming Festivities: What You Need to Know

KENT- Your Golden Flashes return home on Saturday, October 21st against the Buffalo Bulls in the annual homecoming game at Dix Stadium, kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Takagi and Nuchsila Finish Top Five, Kent State Places 2nd in Virginia Beach

Leon Takagi and Noramol Nuchsila starred this weekend at the Evie Odom Invitational, placing 3rd and 4th respectively. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Cruise Past Central Michigan

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team got back on track in a big way on Sunday afternoon at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium, beating Central Michigan 3-1. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall to No. 7 Ohio State

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (3-9, 2-2 MAC) fell 3-0 to No. 7 Ohio State (12-3, 4-1 BigTen) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall in MAC Road Opener

KENT-Chrishon McCray caught two touchdown passes, including a 42-yard strike in the first half but it was not enough as the Ohio Bobcats defeated the Golden Flashes 42-17 at Peden Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Drop Three-Setter to Huskies

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State volleyball team fell to Northern Illinois, 3-0 (19-25, 19-25, 15-25), Friday night at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall in shootout to the Mountaineers

BOONE, N.C. - The Kent State field hockey team (3-8, 2-2 MAC) fell 2-1 to App State (8-4, 3-1 MAC) this afternoon in a shootout. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes to Face Central Michigan Sunday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer returns home to Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium on Sunday to host Central Michigan in a Mid-American Conference match. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. and will be streamed live on BoxCast with Matt Kiraly…

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Flashes Head To Athens to Battle Bobcats

KENT-The Golden Flashes embark on the first leg of a two-game conference road swing on Saturday, heading to Athens for a matchup at Peden Stadium with the Ohio Bobcats. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women's Golf Set Evie Odom Invitational

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA...The Kent State women's golf team will return to action tomorrow morning, competing in the Evie Odom Invitational hosted by Old Dominion University. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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McGuire Surpasses 500 Kills Against WMU

KENT, Ohio – Sophomore Mackenzie McGuire recorded her 500th kill in a Kent State uniform Thursday evening at the M.A.C. Center during the second set of a 3-0 (24-26, 21-25, 9-25) setback to Western Michigan. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Can't Get Past Ball State

MUNCIE, Ind. – The Kent State women's soccer team fell to Ball State 3-1 on a rain-soaked contest on Thursday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes prepare for contests against App State and Ohio State

The Kent State field hockey team (3-7, 2-1 MAC) prepares for a pair of contests at App State on Friday, Oct. 6 at 3 p.m. and hosts No. 7 Ohio State on Sunday, Oct. 8 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Set to Square Off with Ball State

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team travels to Muncie on Thursday for a Mid-American Conference matchup with Ball State. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Volleyball Opens Homestand Against MAC West Foes

The Kent State volleyball team opens October with a four-match homestand at the M.A.C. Center, beginning Thursday against Western Michigan. The Golden Flashes (4-12, 0-5 MAC) will then host Northern Illinois on Friday. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Host Malone in Fall Ball Tune Up

KENT - The Golden Flashes welcome in the Malone Pioneers Wednesday evening for their 2023 home fall ball game. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gilkison Finishes in Top 15, Flashes Take 7th at Fighting Irish Classic

Jordan Gilkison recorded his second top 15 finish of the year this Fall, tying for 15th to lead the Flashes at the Fighting Irish Classic. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Miami

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State soccer team fell to Miami in a hard-fought 1-0 contest on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set to Compete in Fighting Irish Classic

SOUTH BEND, IN…The Kent State men's golf team will be competing in its 3rd tournament of the year, as they travel to South Bend, Indiana to participate in the Fighting Irish Classic. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Edged By Miami in MAC Opener

KENT- The Golden Flashes defense swarmed the RedHawks on Saturday but Miami prevailed 23-3 on Parents and Family weekend at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes victory over Ball State

MUNCIE, Ind. - The Kent State field hockey team (3-7, 2-1 MAC) won 4-2 against Ball State (5-5, 2-1 MAC) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Led by Baidy Ba’s Fourth-Place Finish at Live in Lou Classic

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Junior Baidy Ba place fourth in the men's Gold 8K race as the Kent State cross country competed at the Live in Lou Classic on Saturday morning. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer Hits the Road for Matchup with Miami

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team travels to Oxford on Sunday to face off with Miami in a Mid-American Conference contest. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. and will be streamed on the Veo Live app. Read more at Kent State…

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Kent State Drops Rivalry Match on the Road

AKRON, Ohio – The Kent State volleyball was defeated by rival Akron, 3-0 (16-25, 19-25, 19-25), for the second night in a row on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Cross Country Heads to Live in Lou Classic

Cross country season resumes on Saturday, Sept. 30 as Kent State the 22nd annual Live in Lou Classic, hosted by the Louisville Sports Commission at E.P. "Tom" Sawyer Park. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Welcome in Miami to Open MAC Play

KENT- The Golden Flashes return home and open up Mid-American Conference play welcoming in the Miami University RedHawks for a 2:30 p.m. kick inside Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes take on Ball State in MAC Contest

The Kent State field hockey team (2-7, 1-1 MAC) travels to Indiana for a Mid-American Conference contest to face off against Ball State (5-4, 2-0 MAC) on Saturday, Sept. 30 at 12 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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90th-Minute Goal Gives Flashes 2-1 Edge over EMU

KENT, Ohio – For the second game in a row, the Kent State women's soccer team won in dramatic fashion, scoring in the final seconds to secure a 2-1 win over Eastern Michigan on Thursday night at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Read more at…

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McGuire and Schroeder Lead Flashes in Rivalry Setback

AKRON, Ohio – Sophomores Mackenzie McGuire and Emma Schroeder combined for 27 kills and a .359 hitting percentage as Kent State dropped a Mid-American Conference match to rival Akron, 3-0 (18-25, 20-25, 27-29), on Thursday. Read more at Kent…

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MAC Play Ramps Up as Flashes Host EMU

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team will look to build off its hot start to Mid-American Conference play when it hosts Eastern Michigan at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 28, at 7 p.m. The match will be…

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Kent State Falls to Bobcats in Athens

ATHENS, Ohio – The Kent State volleyball team lost a Mid-American Conference match to Ohio, 3-0 (19-25, 17-25, 17-25), at the Convocation Center on Tuesday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Place Three in Top 30 at Glass City Invitational

Jennifer Gu, Berta Sanchez, and Leon Takagi all recorded top 30 finishes as they competed at nearby Toledo in the Glass City Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Vandette Notches Top Ten Finish at Windon Memorial

Chris Vandette secured his first top ten finish of the 2023 season, tying for 9th at the Windon Memorial. The 2021-2022 MAC golfer of the year shot a three round score of (68-67-71) to finish seven under par. The redshirt senior finished the weekend…

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Soccer Sweeps MAC Weekly Awards

CLEVELAND – Two student-athletes on the Kent State soccer team have earned Mid-American Conference Player of the Week honors, the league office announced Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Volleyball Readies for Trio of Road Matches During Second Week of #MACtion

Kent State will play three road matches over four days as the second week of the Mid-American Conference season begins on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Richmond Participates in Mock CFP Selection

DALLAS- Kent State Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Randale L Richmond participated in the College Football Playoff (CFP) mock selection exercise. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men's Golf Set to Participate in Windon Memorial

NORTHFIELD, ILL...After a week off from tournament play, the Kent State men's golf team returns to action the next two days, traveling to the Midwest to play in the Windon Memorial hosted by Northwestern University. Read more at Kent State…

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Women's Golf Heads to Toledo for Glass City Invitational

The Kent State women's golf team tees off tomorrow for their third tournament off the season and their first in-state, as they travel west to compete in the Glass City Invitational hosted by the University of Toledo. Read more at Kent State…

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Second-Half Heroics Lift Flashes Over Akron

KENT, Ohio – Two goals late in the second half propelled the Kent State soccer team to a thrilling 2-1 win over Akron on Sunday at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Williams Scores but Flashes Fall in Non-Con Finale

FRESNO-Kent State dropped the finale of its non-conference slate, 53-10 to the Fresno State Bulldogs on Saturday night at Valley Children's Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Volleyball Takes Buffalo to Five Sets

KENT, Ohio – Kent State used strong serving to win its first two sets of Mid-American Conference play but visiting Buffalo battled back to win, 3-2 (19-25, 25-23, 25-19, 17-25, 7-15), during the Block Out Cancer match Saturday at the M.A.C.…

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Flashes Set to Host Akron on Sunday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team opens up Mid-American Conference play on the road at Ohio on Thursday. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. The match will be streamed live on ESPN+. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Drop MAC Opener to Bulls

KENT, Ohio – Kent State lost its Mid-American Conference volleyball opener to Buffalo, 3-0 (20-25, 24-26, 14-25), Friday evening inside of the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall to the Bobcats

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (2-7, 1-1 MAC) fell 3-2 against Ohio University (3-3, 1-1 MAC) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Wrap Up Non-Con on Saturday Night

FRESNO- Non-conference play wraps up on Saturday night as Kent State tangles with the Fresno State Bulldogs. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Blank Bobcats to Begin MAC Play

ATHENS, Ohio – Kent State started Mid-American Conference play off on the right foot Thursday evening, beating Ohio 1-0 in a hard-fought matchup. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Hosts Buffalo to Begin MAC Volleyball Slate

The Kent State volleyball team is back in action at the M.A.C. Center this weekend as Mid-American Conference play begins against Buffalo. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Continue MAC Play Against the Bobcats

The Kent State field hockey team (2-6, 1-0 MAC) takes on Ohio University (2-3, 0-1 MAC) for a Mid-American Conference matchup at Murphy-Mellis Field on Friday, Sept. 22 at 3 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Volleyball’s McGuire Named MAC Female Scholar-Athlete of the Week

CLEVELAND – Kent State volleyball sophomore Mackenzie McGuire has been named Mid-American Conference Female Scholar-Athlete of the Week, the league office announced Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open MAC Play on the Road at Ohio

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team opens up Mid-American Conference play on the road at Ohio on Thursday. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. The match will be streamed live on ESPN+. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Miami Game Set for a 2:30 PM Kick-Off: What You Need to Know

KENT- Game time for the Saturday, September 30th home game against Miami has been set for 2:30 p.m. and will air on ESPN+ and the Kent State Radio Network as announced by the Mid-American Conference. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Announce Winner of the 2023 College Football Playoff Foundation Award

KENT, Ohio — The College Football Playoff Foundation announced their Big Day for Teachers earlier today. The organization was founded in 2015 and provides an opportunity for universities, coaches, and student-athletes to take part in its…

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Flashes Place Two in Top Ten, Finish 6th at Mary Fossum Invitational

Leon Takagi and Hester Sicking both secured top ten finishes the past two days at the Mary Fossum Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Angeny Joins Kent State Gymnastics Staff

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics program has hired Josie Angeny as an assistant coach, head Coach Brice Biggin announced on Monday. Angeny brings championship experience and a gymnastics pedigree with her to the Golden Flashes'…

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Flashes fall to No. 8 Michigan

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (2-6) fell 3-1 to No. 8 Michigan (5-3) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Ready To Compete In Mary Fossum Invitational

Fresh off a 7th place finish in New Mexico last weekend, the Kent State women's golf team travels to Lansing, Michigan to compete in the Mary Fossum Invitational the next two days. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Burns Gets First Win in Dominant Fashion

KENT- The Golden Flashes used a balanced effort and suffocating defense to give head coach Kenni Burns his first win as a head coach in a 38-10 victory over Central Connecticut State on Saturday afternoon at a raucous Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent…

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McGuire Posts Career Night in Home Opener

KENT, Ohio – Kent State sophomore Mackenzie McGuire had a monster performance with a career-high 28 kills and season-best .408 hitting percentage as Kent State opened the home schedule with a setback to Youngstown State, 3-1 (25-18, 24-26,…

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Flashes Shutout Victory in MAC Opener

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. - The Kent State field hockey team (2-5) won 8-0 against Central Michigan (1-5) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ba Places Second at Spartan Invitational

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Junior Baidy Ba was the first attached collegiate runner across the finish line and placed second overall in the men's 8k race to lead the Kent State cross country teams at the Spartan Invitational on Friday morning.…

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Week Three Preview: CCSU

KENT-The Golden Flashes welcome in the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils to Dix Stadium on Saturday afternoon, for the home opener of the Kent GRIT era of Kent State football. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Beat Vikings in Five-Set Thriller

CLEVELAND – Kent State started the final non-conference week of the 2023 volleyball season with a hard-fought win at Cleveland State, 3-2 (14-25, 25-20, 11-25, 35-33, 15-10), Thursday evening inside of Woodling Gym. Read more at Kent State…

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Baseball to Host Walk On Tryouts September 27th

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State baseball program will host its annual walk-on tryout on Wednesday September 27 at 4:30 p.m at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Cross Country Back in Action at Spartan Invitational

Following strong performances to open the season, the Kent State cross country teams will look to continue building momentum on Friday at the Spartan Invitational, which will be run at Forest Akers East Golf Course. Read more at Kent State…

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Kent State to Host FlaSHEs Will Weekend Next Week

KENT, Ohio – Kent State Athletics, in collaboration with the Kent State University Women's Center, is proud to host its FlaSHEs Will weekend next week as volleyball, field hockey, and soccer all host home events. Read more at Kent State…

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Golden Flashes Begin Conference Play at Central Michigan

The Kent State field hockey team (1-5) travels to Central Michigan to open Mid-American Conference play on Friday, Sept. 15 at 3 p.m. The Flashes are back at Murphy-Mellis Field on Sunday, Sept. 17 to take on No. 8 Michigan at 12 p.m. Read more at…

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Kent State Game Day: Central Connecticut: What You Need To Know

KENT – On Saturday, September 16, your Golden Flashes will host the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils in the home opener of the Kent GRIT era! Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Home Opener Highlights Final Non-League Weekend for Kent State Volleyball

Kent State returns to Northeast Ohio to battle a pair of Horizon League opponents for the final non-conference weekend of the 2023 volleyball season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kedronova Shines Out West, Takes Crown in Flashes Debut

ALBUQUERQUE, NM...In her first collegiate tournament, freshman Veronika Kedronova earned an impressive tournament win at the Dick McGuire Invitational, tying for first among the 93 player field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Women’s Basketball Signs Team IMPACT Recruit Kaycee

KENT, Ohio – Kent State women's basketball welcomed the newest member of the program on Monday as nine-year-old Kaycee, a Team IMPACT recruit, made it official during a signing day celebration at the Basketball and Volleyball Development…

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Flashes Finish Strong, Take Second Place at Gopher Invitational

MINNEAPOLIS, MN...For the second year in row, the Kent State men's golf team took second place at the Gopher Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Roberts Named MAC East Defensive Player of the Week

CLEVELAND – Kent State senior Bryn Roberts has been named Mid-American Conference East Division Defensive Player of the Week, the league office announced Monday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall to Bucknell

LEWISBURG, Pa. - The Kent State field hockey team (1-5) fell 2-1 to Bucknell (3-3) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Secure Senior Day Win Over Duquesne

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team celebrated Senior Day in style on Sunday, beating Duquesne 2-1 in a physical matchup at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Battle but Fall at Arkansas

FAYETTEVILLE- The Golden Flashes battled for four quarters and held Arkansas to 308 yards of offense in a 28-6 setback at DW Reynolds Razorback Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Falls to Niagara in Weekend Finale

NIAGARA UNIVERSITY, N.Y. – The Kent State volleyball team was unable to complete an undefeated weekend at the Western New York Invitational, falling to Niagara, 3-0 (23-25, 16-25, 23-25), on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Win Two Friday to Start Western New York Invitational

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Kent State started action at the Western New York Invitational with wins over Purdue Fort Wayne, 3-1, and Canisius, 3-2, inside Koessler Athletic Center on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women's Golf opens up 24th straight conference title defense in New Mexico

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico…For the second year in a row, the Kent State women's golf team is opening up its fall season at the Dick McGuire Invitational in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall to No. 11 Penn State

UNIVERSITY PARK, PA. - The Kent State field hockey team (1-4) falls to No. 11 Penn State (3-2) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Soccer to Host Duquesne Sunday on Senior Day

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team hosts Duquesne on Sunday, September 10, in its last game before Mid-American conference play begins. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State…

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Game Two Preview: Flashes Head to Arkansas to Face Razorbacks

KENT-The Golden Flashes are back on the road again this weekend, travelling to Arkansas to take on the Razorbacks on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Western New York Invitational Next for Kent State Volleyball

The Kent State volleyball team returns to action this weekend for three matches as part of the Western New York Invitational. The Golden Flashes' first two contests will be played Friday at Canisius, starting against Purdue Fort Wayne at 12…

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Kent State travels for pair of contests in Pennsylvania

The Kent State field hockey team (1-3) travels to Pennsylvania for non-conference contests against No. 11 Penn State on Friday, Sept. 8 at 6 p.m. and Bucknell on Sunday, Sept. 10 at 3 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Duncan Adds Pair to Coaching Staff

KENT- Kent State head baseball coach Jeff Duncan has announced the hiring of two new assistants, Ryan Sloniger and Ryan Shawley in advance of the start of the upcoming season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Announces Partnership Extension with FanWord

KENT-Kent State has announced a continuing of its partnership with FanWord and its storytelling product FanWord Stories for the 2023-24 athletics' year. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men's golf opens up fall 2023 season in Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn…The Kent State men's golf team begins its Fall 2023 season this weekend, participating in the Gopher Invitational in Minneapolis, Minnesota at the Windsong Farm Golf Club. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Falls to Middle Tennessee in FRYfest Invite Finale

CORALVILLE, Iowa – Kent State posted its highest team hitting percentage of the season despite falling to Middle Tennessee, 3-0 (24-26, 18-25, 16-25) as action at the FRYfest Invitational came to an end on Sunday. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes fall in double overtime to the Aggies

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (1-3) lost in double overtime, 5-4, to UC Davis (1-4) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Come Back to Draw with Arizona State

TEMPE, Ariz. – Alanna Raimondo scored the second goal of her collegiate career on Sunday as the Kent State women's soccer team forced a draw with Arizona State in Tempe on Sunday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Push Iowa to Five Sets

CORALVILLE, Iowa – The Kent State volleyball team fell to host Iowa, 3-2 (25-22, 23-25, 25-22, 18-25, 7-15) in a FRYfest Invitational match at Xtream Arena on Saturday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Wrap Up Road Trip Against Arizona State on Sunday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team will wrap up its road trip out west on Sunday when they take on Arizona State at Sun Devil Soccer Stadium. The match will kickoff at 1 p.m. and will be broadcast on Pac-12 Arizona. Read…

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Men’s Cross Country Takes First at Tommy Evans Invitational

NORTON, Ohio — The Kent State men opened the 2023 cross country season by winning the Tommy Evans Invitational on Friday. The women placed seventh of 16 team in the evening's 5K race. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Secure First Win against South Dakota State

CORALVILLE, Iowa – Kent State volleyball earned their first win of the 2023 season in a hard-fought, five-set match (25-23, 22-25,25-21, 20-25, 15-10) against South Dakota State in the opening game of the FRYfest Invitational, hosted by Iowa,…

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Flashes Home Opener Victory over Michigan State

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (1-2) won 1-0 against Michigan State (1-2) this afternoon at the home opener. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Unveil 2023-24 Men's Basketball Schedule

KENT, Ohio — Season tickets for the upcoming 23'-24 season of the Kent State men's basketball season are now on sale. Head coach Rob Senderoff announced the schedule for this season on Sept. 1 via social media. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes Force Three Turnovers in Setback to UCF

ORLANDO- Kent State forced three turnovers and battled for four quarters, but UCF prevailed 56-6 on Thursday night inside the Bounce House, FBC Mortgage Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Can't Get Past Wildcats

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State soccer team was unable to get past Arizona on Thursday afternoon, falling 4-0. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Strunk and Bekker Named to the 2023 NFHCA Watchlist

MANAHAWKIN, NJ - The National Field Hockey Coaches Association announced the student-athletes on the 2023 Watchlist this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Volleyball Travels to Iowa for FRYfest Invitational

The Kent State volleyball team is back on the road for the second weekend of the season and will play three matches at the FRYfest Invitational, hosted by the University of Iowa. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Return for Home Opener this Weekend

The Kent State field hockey team (0-2) is back at Murphy-Mellis Field for the 2023 home opener against Michigan State on Friday, Sept. 1 at 3 p.m. The Flashes then take on UC Davis on Sunday, Sept. 3 at 12 p.m. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Cross Country Begins 2023 Season at Tommy Evans Invitational

The Kent State cross country teams opens the 2023 season with a short trip to Silver Creek Cross Country Trails in Norton for the Tommy Evans Invitational on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set to Take on Wildcats in Arizona

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team is all set to square off with Arizona in Tempe on Thursday. The match will be streamed on Pac-12 Insider. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Week One Preview: Flashes Travel to Orlando to Clash with Knights

KENT- The Kent GRIT era officially kicks off this Thursday night as the Golden Flashes travel to Orlando to take on the UCF Knights at FBC Mortgage Stadium, aka the Bounce House, for a 7 p.m. start. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Extend Jeff Duncan Through 2027 Season

KENT- Kent State Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Randale L. Richmond has announced a contract extension for head baseball coach Jeff Duncan through the 2027 baseball season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Announce Radio Partnerships For 23-24 Season

KENT- Kent State Athletics is excited to announce partnerships with 1220 AM and ESPN Cleveland to broadcast football and select men's and women's basketball games this season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Register Now for the First Home Game 5K!

Kent State University Athletics is inviting runners and walkers of all ages to register for the first annual "First Home Game 5K" to celebrate the start of the Golden Flashes' home schedule. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Melén Named MAC Defensive Player of the Week

CLEVELAND – Graduate student goalkeeper Sarah Melén has earned Mid-American Conference Defensive Player of the Week honors, the league office announced Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Thomas-Dodd Places Fifth at World Athletics Championships

BUDAPEST, Hungary – Kent State University track and field graduates Danniel Thomas-Dodd and Grace Tennant competed in the women's shot put this past Saturday at the 2023 World Athletics Championships at the National Athletics Centre. …

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Flashes Shutout Vikings, Win 2-0

KENT, Ohio – Two Golden Flashes scored their first goals of the season as Kent State women's soccer team got back to winning ways on Sunday afternoon, beating Cleveland State 2-0 in the first game of a three-game road trop Read more at…

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Kent State falls to VCU

RICHMOND, Va. - The Kent State field hockey team (0-2) fell to VCU (2-0) this afternoon 1-0. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Drops Pair to End Opening Weekend

INDIANAPOLIS – Kent State lost a pair of matches by 3-1 scores to UC San Diego and Fresno State on Saturday as the opening weekend of the 2023 volleyball season came to an end at the Bulldog Brawl. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open Up Road Trip on Sunday at Cleveland State

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team will play the first of three straight road matches on Saturday when they take the short drive up to Cleveland to face off with Cleveland State on Sunday at 1 p.m. The match will be streamed…

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Golden Flashes fall to Liberty

Lynchburg, Va. - The Kent State field hockey (0-1) team fell to No. 14 Liberty (1-0) tonight 2-0 in the season opener. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall in Opener at Bulldog Brawl

INDIANAPOLIS – The Kent State volleyball team lost to host Butler, 3-0 (15-25, 23-25, 17-25), as the 2023 season started on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Announces Fall Ball Schedule

KENT, Ohio — First-year head coach Jessica O'Donnell announced an eight-game fall schedule for the Kent State softball team on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Thomas-Dodd and Tennant to Throw at 2023 World Championships

BUDAPEST, Hungary — Former Kent State track and field standouts Danniel Thomas-Dodd and Grace Tennant seek podium spots at the 2023 World Athletics Championships. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Women’s Basketball Announces 2023-24 Schedule, Season Tickets on Sale

KENT, Ohio — Season tickets for the 2023-24 Kent State women's basketball season are now on-sale, as head coach Todd Starkey announced the team's schedule on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Volleyball Starts Season at Bulldog Brawl

Kent State travels to historic Hinkle Fieldhouse as the 2023 volleyball season begins with three matches at the Bulldog Brawl. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes 2023 Season Kick Off in Virginia

The Kent State field hockey team travels to Virginia to kick off the 2023 season against No. 14 Liberty on Friday, Aug. 25 at 7 p.m and VCU on Sunday, Aug. 27 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Wrap Up Camp, Turn Attention to UCF

KENT- The Golden Flashes wrapped up the first pre-season camp of the Kent GRIT era, improving as a team on the field and bonding as a team off the field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Prepared to Host Pitt on Thursday

KENT, Ohio – After an undefeated weekend to start the season, the Kent State women's soccer team will look to carry that momentum into their matchup with No. 21 Pitt on Thursday night at Zoller Field at Dix Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7…

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Kent State voted second in MAC in Field Hockey Preseason Coaches’ Poll

CLEVELAND - The Kent State field hockey team has been voted to finish second in the Mid-American Conference, as the conference office announced the preseason coaches' poll Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Release Field Hockey Promotional Schedule

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team is excited to announce the promotional schedule for the upcoming 2023 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Softball Adds Jeff Shaffer to Coaching Staff

KENT, Ohio — First-year Kent State softball head coach Jessica O'Donnell has completed her coaching staff with the hiring of assistant coach Jeff Shaffer, who will primarily work with the Golden Flashes' outfielders and offense. …

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Soccer Opens Home Slate with Draw Against Colgate

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team forced a 1-1 draw with Colgate at Dix Stadium on Sunday afternoon in front of one of the largest crowds in program history. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open Home Schedule with Colgate on Sunday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team will open the home portion of its schedule on Sunday, August 20, at 1 p.m. when Colgate comes to Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Open Season with Win Over Golden Grizzlies

ROCHESTER, Mich. – The Kent State women's soccer team started the 2023 season on a high note with a 2-1 win over Oakland on Thursday night. The Golden Flashes are now unbeaten in four straight season openers dating back to 2019. Read…

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Fourteen Flashes Named WCGA Scholastic All-Americans

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio - The Kent State gymnastics program had 14 student-athletes earn Women's Collegiate Gymnastics Association (WCGA) Scholastic All-America honors, the organization announced Thursday. Read more at Kent State University…

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Soccer Set to Open 2023 Season at Oakland

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team will kick off its 2023 campaign on the road against Oakland on Thursday, Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. The match will be streamed on ESPN+. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Greece Trip Provides Memories for Women’s Basketball Team Members

The Kent State women's basketball team returned to the M.A.C. Center on Monday evening from a memorable 10-day cultural experience in Greece. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Soccer Announces 2023 Home Game Promotions

KENT, Ohio – With just three days before the season opener, Kent State soccer has announced its game-by-game promotions for the 2023 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Dominates Final Greek Exhibition Contest

ATHENS — The Kent State women's basketball team finished a 2-0 week with a 108-24 victory over Amilla Peristeriou BC on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Announce Volleyball Promotional Schedule

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State Volleyball program is excited to announce the promotional schedule for the upcoming 2023 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Win Opener in Greece, 84-36

ATHENS — Kent State defeated Melissia BC, 84-36, on Tuesday in the team's first contest during its exhibition tour to Greece. The Golden Flashes took control with a 20-0 run to close the first quarter and led 47-8 at halftime. Read more…

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Kent State Student Section Gets New Name

KENT, Ohio – In an effort to continue to enhance the gameday and student experience on campus, Kent State Athletics has announced the new name for the student section, "Flash's Flock." Read more at Kent State University…

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Golden Flashes Announce Football Promotional Schedule

KENT – The Kent State Football is excited to announce the promotional schedule for the upcoming 2023 football season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Named to WBCA Academic Top 25

ATLANTA — For the second time in the past three years, the Kent State women's basketball program has earned a spot on the Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) Academic Top 25 Honor Roll, the organization announced on…

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Women’s Basketball Readies for Foreign Tour to Greece

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's basketball team has returned to campus as preparation for its upcoming 10-day trip to Greece is scheduled to begin on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Shining Across Summer Leagues

KENT- The Golden Flashes have carried its strong play from the spring into the summer as several Golden Flashes are enjoying strong summers in their respective collegiate summer leagues. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Davis Named DOBO as Starkey Finalizes Promotions for Women’s Basketball Staff

KENT, Ohio — Kent State women's basketball head coach Todd Starkey has completed his full-time staff for the 2023-24 season by promoting De'Jovia Davis to Director of Basketball Operations, he announced on Friday. Read more at Kent…

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Elysse Petrie Named Assistant Softball Coach

KENT, Ohio — Kent State softball head coach Jessica O'Donnell announced the addition of Elysse Petrie as an assistant coach on Wednesday. Petrie will primarily work with the pitching staff and was on O'Donnell's staff the past…

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Kent State Earns USTFCCCA All-Academic Honorees

NEW ORLEANS – The Kent State men's and women's track and field teams and 10 individual student-athletes received All-Academic honors for the 2023 season, the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA)…

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Lindsey Thall Named NCAA Woman of the Year Nominee

KENT, Ohio — Kent State's Lindsey Thall is among the 619 institutional nominees for the 2023 NCAA Woman of the Year award, the NCAA announced on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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West Returns to Kent State as New McLendon Fellow

KENT, Ohio – Former Kent State University student-athlete Zayin West will return to campus and join the Athletic Department as the next "future leader" through the McLendon Minority Leadership Initiative Read more at Kent State…

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Kent State Field Hockey Reveals 2023 Schedule

KENT, Ohio — A trio of Big Ten Conference teams will visit Murphy-Mellis Field this fall, as the Kent State field hockey schedule for the 2023 season was announced on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Mourn the Loss of Varsity "K" Hall of Fame Head Wrestling Coach Ron Gray

KENT- The Golden Flashes mourn the passing of Varsity "K" Hall of Famer and long-time wrestling head coach Ron Gray who died last weekend at the age of 86. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Announces 2023 Varsity K Hall of Fame Class

KENT, Ohio — Kent State has announced the nine-member 2023 Varsity K Athletics Hall of Fame class, which will be honored as part of the 44th induction ceremony on Sept. 15. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Club Closes Record-Setting Year

KENT- The Golden Flashes Club (TGFC), the fundraising and philanthropy arm of the Kent State Athletic Department, wrapped up a record-setting year, raising the bar in several key categories over the 2022-23 fiscal year. Read more at Kent State…

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Salisbury Promoted to Assistant Coach

KENT, Ohio — Paige Salisbury has been promoted to assistant coach, Kent State women's basketball head coach Todd Starkey announced on Monday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Announce Staff Promotions and Updates

KENT- Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Randale L. Richmond has announced an organizational update with a series of promotions and a realignment of sport oversight for the Athletic Department. Read more at Kent State…

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Women’s Hoops Draws Louisiana in Inaugural MAC-SBC Challenge Contest

CLEVELAND – The Kent State women's basketball team will play at Louisiana on Sunday, Nov. 12, as the first pairings in the MAC-SBC Challenge were announced on Thursday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State to Host James Madison in First Matchup of MAC-SBC Challenge

KENT, Ohio— The Kent State Men's Basketball team will participate in the first Mid-American Conference and Sun Belt Conference Challenge. The Flashes will host James Madison on Thursday, Nov. 90 in its first matchup of the 2023-24 MAC-SBC…

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Jessica O'Donnell Named Head Softball Coach

KENT, Ohio - Kent State Vice President, Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Randale L. Richmond has named Jessica O'Donnell as the seventh head softball coach in program history. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Scott and Whitman Add to All-America Accolades

KENT- The Golden Flashes continue to rake in All-America awards as pitchers Joe Whitman and Mitchell Scott have added honors from The National College Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA), the American College Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) and…

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Field Hockey Adds Five Incoming Student Athletes to the Roster

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State field hockey team welcomes five new incoming players to the 2023 roster. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Volleyball Unveils 2023 Schedule

KENT, Ohio — Kent State volleyball head coach Haley Eckerman announced the team's 2023 schedule on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball Welcomes Transfers Mikala Morris and Kaley Perkins

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball program has added transfers Mikala Morris (Quinnipiac) and Kaley Perkins (Oklahoma), who both recently arrived to campus for the start of summer workouts. Morris enters her final season of…

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Soccer Releases 2023 Schedule

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team has announced its schedule for the 2023 campaign. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Four Flashes Named All-Region, Three on First Team

KENT- Four Golden Flashes earned All- East Region honors, including three on the first team as announced by the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA). Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State to Play in U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam

Kent, OH — The Kent State Men's Basketball team will be participating in the annual U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam men's basketball tournaments for the first time in Kent State History. The 23rd annual men's tournament will…

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Flashes Place 14 on Academic All-MAC Squad

KENT- The Golden Flashes are well represented on this season's Academic All-MAC team, as 14 student-athletes earned the honor this season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Pair of Flashes Named to Academic All-MAC Team

CLEVELAND, Ohio - On Wednesday, the Mid-American Conference announced the 2023 Men's Golf Academic All-MAC Team, with a total of 23 student-athletes named to this year's squad. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Signs Coach Rob Marinaro to Contract Extension

KENT, Ohio - Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Randale L. Richmond has announced a three-year contract extension for head women's soccer coach Rob Marinaro. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse has 13 Student Athletes Named to Academic All-MAC Team

CLEVELAND, Ohio - A total of 13 student-athletes were named to the 2023 Lacrosse Academic All-MAC Team, the Mid-American Conference announced this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Scott Named Finalist for Stopper of the Year

KENT-Golden Flashes closer Mitchell Scott has been named a finalist for Stopper of the Year by the National College Baseball Writers of America (NCBWA). Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Add Former Scarlet Knight James Newton

KENT- Golden Flashes head men's golf coach Jon Mills has announced the official signing of Rutgers transfer James Newton in advance of the 2023-24 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Launch New Cheerleading Partnership, Hire Tedrick as Head Coach

KENT- Kent State has named Sarah Tedrick as the new head coach of the Cheerleading program, highlighting a new era for Kent State cheerleading. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Well Represented at Black Student Athlete Summit

KENT, Ohio — Kent State student-athletes and staff represented the Golden Flashes at the annual Black Student-Athlete Summit on the campus of the University of Southern California (USC) last week. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Whitman Headlines Trio of Collegiate Baseball All-Americans

KENT- Joe Whitman was named First-Team All-America by Collegiate Baseball, headlining three All-America honors for the Golden Flashes. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Seven Kent State Softball Student-Athletes Named to Academic All-MAC Team

CLEVELAND — The Kent State softball program had even student-athletes earn Academic All-MAC honors, as the Mid-American Conference recognized a total of 96 student-athletes for their accomplishments this past season. Read more at Kent State…

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KentGRIT Schedule Beginning to Take Shape: TV and Kick Times Set for Select Games

KENT- Game times and television assignments are starting to roll in for the 2023 #KentGRIT football season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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De Coninck Finishes Freshman Campaign at NCAA East First Round

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Svenia De Coninck posted a height of 5'-7.75" to finish in a tie for 17th in the high jump as her freshman season concluded at the NCAA East First Round on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University…

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Schoony Heartbreak, Ball State Rallies Past Flashes

KENT-It was heartbreak at Schoonover Stadium on Saturday afternoon as a late Kent State comeback was thwarted by a late Ball State rally in a 12-9 defeat in the conference title game. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ba Posts Top-10 Finish at NCAA East First Round

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Baidy Ba placed ninth in the 1,500-meter run to lead the Kent State track and field team Friday at the NCAA East First Round. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Eliminate CMU, Will Play for MAC Title

KENT-There will be a new champion in the Mid-American Conference as Kent State eliminated the Central Michigan Chippewas with a 10-2 victory in a win-or-go-home game at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Cardinals, 6-1

KENT-The Golden Flashes dropped the winner's bracket game on Thursday night, falling 6-1 to Ball State. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ba and Hodrick Advance at NCAA East First Round

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Baidy Ba and Asa Hodrick posted qualifying times on Wednesday, as Kent State began competition at the NCAA East First Round at the University of North Florida's Jax Track at Hodges Stadium. Read more at Kent State…

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Jackson's Blast Sends Flashes to Winner's Bracket

KENT-Kyle Jackson hit a two-out three-run homer, capping a four-run eighth and giving the Golden Flashes a 6-4 comeback win over the Western Michigan Broncos in the opening game of the 2023 Mid-American Conference tournament. Read more at Kent…

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Kent State Begins NCAA Track and Field East First Round Action on Wednesday

The Kent State track and field program begins competition at the 2023 NCAA East First Round on Wednesday evening. The four-day meet will take place May 24-27 at the University of North Florida's Hodges Stadium. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Set to Host MAC Tournament for First Time Since 2006

KENT-For the first time since 2006, the Golden Flashes will host the Mid-American Conference tournament at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Seven Flashes Earned Academic All-District Recognition

Seven Kent State student-athletes from four different teams have been recognized by College Sports Communicators, earning Academic All-District honors. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Whitman And Duncan Headline All-MAC Awards

KENT- Joe Whitman was named the Mid-American Conference Pitcher of the Year and Head Coach Jeff Duncan took home Coach of the Year honors, highlighting the conference baseball awards. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Takagi's Stellar Season Comes to a Close at NCAA Championship

Scottsdale, ARI… After the third round of this year's NCAA Championships, freshman Leon Takagi closed out her individual run in a tie for 47th, at just three strokes over par. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Takagi Under Par at NCAA Championship

Scottsdale, ARI… With two rounds of this year's NCAA Championship in the books, Flashes freshman Leon Takagi is still a stroke under par, and will enter Sunday's round in a tie for 32nd. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Sweep Cardinals for 40th Win of Season

MUNCIE- Kent State secured its first 40-win regular season since 2016 with a 11-5 victory over Ball State, sweeping the final regular season series of the season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Leon Takagi Inside Top 25 at NCAA Championship

Scottsdale, ARI… After the opening round of this year's NCAA Women's Golf Championship, only 35 members of the 156-player field sit below par, including Kent State's very own Leon Takagi. Read more at Kent State University…

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Bats Stay Hot - Flashes Fly By Cardinals

MUNCIE, IN-The Golden Flashes picked up right where they left off on Thursday, hammering out six more home runs in a 14-3 victory over the host Ball State Cardinals on Friday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Sweet 16! Flashes Clinch 16th MAC Regular Season Title

MUNCIE, IN-The Golden Flashes clinched the 16th regular-season title in program history with an emphatic 29-11 victory at Ball State on Thursday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Re-Set Academic Records in Spring Semester

KENT- The Golden Flashes continue to re-write the record books for academic success, posting the highest department semester and cumulative grade-point average (GPA) in recorded history. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State to Send Nine Student-Athletes to NCAA Track and Field East First Round Competition

INDIANAPOLIS – The Kent State University track and field program has nine student-athletes who have earned spots to compete at the 2023 NCAA East First Round, the NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Track and Field and Cross Country…

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Softball Boasts Five CSC Academic All-District® Members

KENT, Ohio – Five members of the Kent State softball team were named to the 2023 Academic All-District® Team, the College Sports Communicators announced on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Wrap Up Regular Season at Ball State

KENT- The Golden Flashes wrap up the regular season with a trip out to Ball State to take on the second-place Cardinals in a Thursday-Saturday three-game series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Takagi Headed to NCAA Championships

Scottsdale, ARI… After a phenomenal finish to her freshman campaign, Leon Takagi of the Kent State women's golf team will be headed to the valley to compete as an individual at this year's NCAA Championship. Read more at Kent State…

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Kartsonas Cruises as Flashes Take Series against Eastern

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Jack Kartsonas shined on the mound for Kent State as the Golden Flashes pulled out a 1-0 win to take the series against Eastern Michigan. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Hodrick Sprints to MVP Honors at MAC Outdoor T&F Championships

AKRON, Ohio – Kent State's Asa Hodrick claimed three golds and scored 24.5 points to earn the Most Valuable Performer award at the 2023 Mid-American Conference Men's Outdoor Track and Field Championships. Read more at Kent State…

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Spears’ PR Leads Kent State Women on Final Day at MAC Outdoor Track & Field Championships

AKRON, Ohio – Kent State finished seventh at the 2023 Mid-American Conference Women's Outdoor Track and Field Championships, as competition concluded on Saturday at the Lee R. Jackson Track and Field Complex. The Golden Flashes totaled 67…

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Flashes Fly Past Eastern Michigan to Even Series

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Kent State leveled the series with Eastern Michigan thanks to a stellar outing from Joe Whitman and some late-inning heroics from Collin Mathews, winning 4-1. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Shields Repeats as MAC Decathlon Champion

AKRON, Ohio – Alexander Shields stood atop the decathlon podium for the second year in a row and clocked a wind-legal personal-best 110-meter hurdles time during prelims on Friday as Kent State continued action at the 2023 Mid-American…

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Kent State Women in Contention Heading into Championship Saturday at MAC Outdoor Track & Field Meet

AKRON, Ohio – Kent State totaled 29 points on Friday during the second day of competition at the 2023 Mid-American Conference Women's Outdoor Track and Field Championships to move into second place. Read more at Kent State University…

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Eagles Pull Away from Flashes Late

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Kent State came up short in a back-and-forth battle against Eastern Michigan in the series opener on Friday, falling 9-6. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Benco and Shields Lead Flashes Thursday at MAC Outdoor T&F Championships

AKRON, Ohio – Scott Benco placed second in the javelin throw and Alexander Shields is halfway to repeating as decathlon champion as Kent State opened action at the 2023 Mid-American Conference Men's Outdoor Track and Field Championships…

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Lotarski Earns All-MAC Honors to Open MAC Women’s Outdoor T&F Championships

AKRON, Ohio – Angelina Lotarski placed second in the pole vault to lead the way for Kent State on Thursday as the 2023 Mid-American Conference Women's Outdoor Track and Field Championships started at the Lee R. Jackson Track and Field…

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Flashes Road Swing Continues at EMU

KENT- The Golden Flashes continue their regular-season ending road trip this weekend with a trek up to Ypsilanti to take on the Eastern Michigan Eagles in a three-game set. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Takagi Qualifies for NCAA Championships as Flashes Take Tenth

Athens, GA… When the NCAA Women's Golf Championships begin this year, the Kent State women's golf team will be represented, as reigning MAC Freshman of the Year Leon Takagi secured the one and only individual ticket up for grabs at…

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Men’s Track and Field Seeks Repeat at MAC Outdoor Championships

The Kent State men's track and field program sets out to make history this weekend at the 2023 Mid-American Conference Outdoor Track and Field Championships, which will be held from Thursday, May 11 through Saturday, May 13 at the Lee R.…

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Kent State Women Ready for MAC Outdoor Track and Field Championships

The Kent State women's track and field team seeks gold this weekend at the 2023 Mid-American Conference Outdoor Track and Field Championships, which will be held from Thursday, May 11 through Saturday, May 13 at the Lee R. Jackson Track &…

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Whitmore Earns Second Team Selection, Despines on All-Freshman Team as MAC Announces Postseason Softball Awards

CLEVELAND — Kent State redshirt senior Alexandria Whitmore and freshman Bri Despines were among the student-athletes recognized on Wednesday as the the Mid-American Conference announced its 2023 postseason softball awards. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes Top Zips for Fourth Time at Canal Park

AKRON, Ohio – For the fourth time this season, Kent State baseball beat the Akron Zips, this time on a picture-perfect night at Canal Park in Akron. Josh Johnson tallied three hits and swiped three bases and Kyle Jackson brought home three on…

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Pair of Flashes Inside Top 15 at Athens Regional

Athens, GA… With two rounds of this year's Athens Invitational in the rearview, the Kent State women's golf team will head into Wednesday's finale in tenth place, with two individuals in the top 15. Read more at Kent State…

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Kent State and Head Coach Eric Oakley Agree to Part Ways

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State Athletic Department and head softball coach Eric Oakley have mutually agreed to part ways. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Programs Shine in Latest APR Report

KENT- Eleven Kent State athletic programs posted a perfect single-season Academic Progress Rate (APR) score of 1000 and five programs had a perfect multi-year score in the annual APR report released by the NCAA. Read more at Kent State University…

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Takagi In Top Five at Athens Regional

Athens, GA… The opening day of this year's Athens regional is officially in the books, and the Kent State women's golf team, led by MAC Freshman of the Year Leon Takagi, will enter Tuesday's middle round in a tie for eighth. …

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Flashes and Zips to Face-Off on Tuesday at Canal Park

KENT-The Golden Flashes will head to Canal Park, home of the Akron Rubber Ducks on Tuesday for a non-conference Wagon Wheel rivalry game with the Akron Zips. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Once Again Amongst Service Hour Leaders

KENT- Two Kent State programs led their sport in service hours and the Golden Flashes placed 12th overall in the Helper Helper National Service Hour rankings. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Seniors Sent Off With Run-Rule Win

KENT- The Flashes sent off its 11-man senior class with a walk-off, run-rule 11-1 victory over Western Michigan to complete a three-game sweep of the Broncos. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Compete at WVU Last Chance

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – The Kent State track and field program totaled three event victories during competition at the WVU Last Chance on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Sends Senior Class Out with Win

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State softball team outslugged Miami for a 10-8 victory in the final game of the season as part of a doubleheader Saturday at Devine Diamond. The visiting RedHawks plated three in the top of the seventh inning of the…

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Flashes Race Past Broncos, 12-5

KENT- The Golden Flashes jumped out to a big lead early and cruised to a 12-5 win over Western Michigan on Saturday afternoon in front of another sold out Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Ready to Tee it Up at Athens Regional

KENT- The Kent State Golden Flashes head to Athens, Georgia for the 2023 NCAA Women's Golf Regionals, held at the University of Georgia Golf Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Blank Broncos to Start Senior Weekend

KENT- The Flashes used a four-run first and seven shutout innings from Ben Cruikshank in a 5-0 victory over Western Michigan at a sold-out Schoonover Stadium on Friday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Drops Series Opener to First-Place RedHawks

KENT, Ohio – Visiting Miami scored six of its runs on four homers to win the opening game of the final Mid-American Conference regular season series over Kent State, 9-4, at Devine Diamond on Friday afternoon. Read more at Kent State…

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Men's Golf Trio Earns All-MAC Honors

CLEVELAND – Three members of the Kent State men's golf team earned a spot on the All-Mid-American Conference teams, the league office announced Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Track and Field Heads to WVU Last Chance

The Kent State track and field teams will head to Morgantown for the West Virginia Last Chance meet on Saturday, May 6, before gearing up for the 2023 Mid-American Conference Outdoor Championships next week. Read more at Kent State University…

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Sklar and Wolford Set MAC Record as Historic Lacrosse Season Ends

MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. - The Kent State lacrosse team's historic season ended with a loss to Central Michigan, 18-7, in a Mid-American Conference Tournament semifinal contest on Thursday. Kenzie Sklar and Jackie Wolford finished the campaign with…

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Kent State Softball Readies for Senior Weekend

The Kent State softball team will recognize its senior student-athletes during this weekend's Mid-American Conference series against Miami as the 2023 season comes to an end at Devine Diamond. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Welcome in Broncos for Senior Weekend

KENT-The Golden Flashes wrap up the regular season home slate this weekend, welcoming in the Western Michigan Broncos for a key three-game conference series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Tripped Up by Wolverines

ANN ARBOR-The Golden Flashes found themselves on the wrong end back-and-forth 7-5 ballgame on Wednesday night, dropping a mid-week contest against the Michigan Wolverines. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Sweeps MAC Men’s Track and Field Athlete of the Week Awards

CLEVELAND – Kent State student-athletes earned both Mid-American Conference Men's Field Athlete of the Week for performances at the Clark Wood Invitational, the league office announced on Wednesday. Sophomore Alexandre Malanda was named…

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Kent State Trio Earns MAC Lacrosse Specialty Awards

CLEVELAND - The Kent State lacrosse team had six student-athletes awarded with conference honors, as announced by the Mid-American Conference this morning. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Porter Represents Golden Flashes at NCAA Inclusion Forum

KENT- Franklin Porter, Jr, the Kent State Athletics Diversity Outreach and Professional Impact Director, represented the Golden Flashes at the NCAA Inclusion Forum held in Indianapolis. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Comeback Falls Just Short at MAC Championships

Athens, ALA… After trailing the leader by as many as ten strokes after two rounds of this year's MAC Championships, the Kent State men's golf team made a furious comeback bid, cutting that lead down to as little as two before…

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Irelan Named MAC Softball Pitcher of the Week

CLEVELAND — Kent State freshman Macy Irelan has been named Mid-American Conference Pitcher of the Week, the league office announced on Tuesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse Battles in MAC Tournament

The Kent State lacrosse team (10-7, 7-1 MAC) looks to add to its trophy case this week at the 2023 Mid-American Conference tournament semifinals. The Golden Flashes will compete against Central Michigan in the semifinals on Thursday, May 4 at 4 p.m.…

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Wolford awarded third consecutive MAC Player of the Week honor

CLEVELAND - Kent State received their fourth weekly Mid-American Conference lacrosse award this week, the league office announced on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head North for Wednesday Match-Up with Wolverines

KENT-The Golden Flashes wrap up the true non-conference portion of the schedule with a trip up to Ann Arbor to face the Michigan Wolverines on Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes in Search of Late Surge on Final Day of MAC Championships

Athens, ALA… Only Tuesday's finale remains at this year's Mid-American Conference Championship and the Kent State men's golf team will have a lot of work to do as they look to close a ten-stroke gap between themselves in a tie…

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Three Golden Flashes Land Post NFLDraft Deals

KENT-The Golden Flashes saw a trio of former players sign un-drafted free agent (UDFA) deals this weekend following the NFL Draft in Kansas City. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Scott Earns Third MAC Pitcher of the Week Honor

KENT-Kent State closer Mitchell Scott has earned his third Mid-American Conference Pitcher of the Week honor for his efforts during Kent State's 4-0 week. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Oakley Wins 200th Game at Kent State as Softball Completes Sweep of BG

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – Head coach Eric Oakley earned his 200th win at Kent State on Sunday as the softball team completed a Mid-American Conference series sweep with a 9-0 win over host Bowling Green. Oakley, who is in his eighth season leading…

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Kent State Sits Three Strokes Back at MAC Championship

Athens, ALA… With the opening round of this year's Mid-American Conference Championship in the books, the Kent State men's golf team will have work to do as they sit three strokes back of the lead in a tie for fourth. Read more at…

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Flashes Complete the Sweep of the Bobcats

KENT-Kent State used a six-run first inning to propel the Golden Flashes to a three-game sweep of the Ohio Bobcats with a 7-5 victory on Sunday afternoon at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Posts Four Wins Saturday at Clark Wood Invitational

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Kent State track and field program posted four event victories during competition at the Clark Wood Invitational on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Takes Doubleheader from Falcons

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – The Kent State softball team defeated host Bowling Green in Saturday doubleheader action by scores of 11-1 and 12-8 to secure its third consecutive Mid-American Conference series victory. Read more at Kent State…

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Gold Team Edges Out Flash Bowl Victory, 13-12

KENT- The Gold Team stopped a two-point conversion late in the fourth quarter to secure a 13-12 victory over the Blue Team in the first #KentGRIT Flash Bowl Spring Game inside Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Tame Bobcats 13-4

KENT- Kent State used an eight-run third and piled on 17 hits in a 13-4 victory over the Ohio Bobcats on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse victory secures Regular Season MAC Co-Champions

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team claimed a share of the Mid-American Conference regular season title for the first time in program history with an 18-16 win over Youngstown State this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Add Former JUCO Product Tyem Freeman

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State men's basketball program announced the signing of Tyem Freeman to the 2023 class. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Travel to Athens in Search of 29th MAC Title

Athens, ALA… The Kent State men's golf team will look to continue their storied run of conference dominance when they make the trek to a brand new venue for this year's Mid-American Conference Championship. Read more at Kent State…

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Pair of Personal-Best Performances Highlight Friday’s Action at Clark Wood Invitational

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Briana Wright and Nina Zraik recorded new personal-bests to highlight eight top-five finishes by Kent State track and field student-athletes during competition at the Clark Wood Invitational on Friday. Read more at Kent…

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Cruikshank, Johnson lead Flashes to Series Opening Win

KENT- Ben Cruikshank tossed seven shutout innings and the Flashes took the opener of a pivotal conference series, 6-1 over the Ohio Bobcats at a soggy Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Travels to Bowling Green for Final Road Series

Kent State will play its final road series of the season when it visits Bowling Green for three games this weekend. The series begins with a doubleheader on Saturday, April 29. First pitch is scheduled for 1 p.m. The teams will then play a single…

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Kent State Sweeps Season Awards, Four Flashes named All-MAC

Cleveland, OHIO… On Friday, the Mid-American Conference released their picks for women's golf postseason awards, and after collecting a 24th consecutive MAC title, the Flashes swept the big three, with four members of their team…

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Flashes Track & Field Heads to Louisville

The Kent State track and field teams will return to action at the University of Louisville's Clark Wood Invitational on Friday, April 28 and Saturday, April 29. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host Bobcats in Key Conference Series

KENT- The Golden Flashes continue their home stand this weekend as Ohio University comes to town for a pivotal three game set. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Fly the Flag! Flashes Double Up Buckeyes, 10-5

KENT- Kent State used a six-run second to jump out on the Ohio State Buckeyes in a 10-5 victory on Wednesday night in front of a sold out Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse win streak continues with victory over Detroit Mercy

DETROIT – The Kent State lacrosse team defeated Detroit Mercy, 16-15, on Wednesday for its third consecutive victory. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Robeson’s Walk-off Home Run Secures Series Victory

KENT, Ohio – Sophomore Delaney Robeson launched her second home run of the day, and eighth of the season, to lead off the top of eighth inning to give Kent State a 4-3 victory over Buffalo in the first game of a doubleheader on Wednesday at…

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Flashes Earn Seven Seed in Athens Regional

KENT- The Kent State Golden Flashes women's golf team will be the seventh seed in the Athens, Georgia Regional May 8-10 at the University of Georgia Golf Course. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Irelan Fans 14 in Kent State Victory

KENT, Ohio – Freshman Macy Irelan recorded a career-high 14 strikeouts as the Kent State softball team defeated Buffalo, 4-2, in the opening game of a Mid-American Conference series sweep at Devine Diamond on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State…

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Lacrosse Wraps Up Regular Season Contents this week

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team (8-7, 5-1 MAC) will travel to take on Detroit Mercy on Wednesday, April 26 at 5 p.m. and return home for a matchup against Youngstown State on Saturday, April 29 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State…

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Wolford awarded back-to-back MAC Player of the Week honors

CLEVELAND – Kent State receives their third weekly Mid-American Conference lacrosse award this week, the league office announced on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Herb Page Named to 2023 MAC Hall of Fame Class

CLEVELAND- The Mid-American Conference (MAC) has announced that long-time head golf coach Herb Page ('74) will be inducted into the MAC Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2023. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes and Buckeyes Postponed Until Wednesday

KENT- Tuesday night's (4/25) baseball game vs Ohio State has been postponed due to forecasted rain at first pitch. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Hosts Buffalo for Midweek Series

Kent State returns to Devine Diamond for a midweek Mid-American Conference softball series against Buffalo. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Welcome in Buckeyes for Mid-Week Tilt

KENT-The Golden Flashes open a big four-game home stand on Tuesday night, welcoming in the Ohio State Buckeyes to Schoonover Stadium for a 6 p.m. first pitch. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Devine Dinner Displays Continued Growth of Academic Success

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State athletic department's top honors were handed out on Sunday at the annual Judith K. Devine Athletic Academic Honors Dinner. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Three Flashes Named Scholar All-Americans, Squad Named to Scholar Top-30

MANHEIM, Penn. – Four Kent State wrestlers earned a spot on the Scholar All-America Team while the squad as a whole earned a top-10 ranking in the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) Scholar Top-30. Read more at Kent State…

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Kent State Takes Second at Robert Kepler, Ties Best Finish of Regular Season

Columbus, OH… The Kent State men's golf team posted the best result of their spring season, and equaled the best result of their regular season with a runner-up finish at this year's Robert Kepler Invitational. Read more at Kent…

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Kent State Maintains Perfection, Captures 24th MAC Title

Kalamazoo, MICH… The Kent State women's golf team hoisted the MAC Championship trophy for an unprecedented 24th time on Sunday, ensuring that the Flashes remain as the only program in the 25-year history of the conference tournament to…

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Mathews' Blast Secures Sunday Comeback Win

OXFORD-Collin Mathews hit a go-ahead home run in the top of the ninth and the Flashes took the finale of the three-game set at Miami 9-8 on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men’s 4x400m Relay Team Leads Flashes in Saturday Track & Field Action

The men's 4x400-meter relay team of Korie Davis II, Asa Hodrick, Jonathan Solomon and Quintin Cooks ran the second fastest time in Kent State track and field history at the Michael Johnson Invitational on Saturday. The Golden Flashes also had…

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Kent State Falls in Series Finale at WMU

KALAMAZOO, Mich. – The Kent State softball team was unable to complete its first Mid-American Conference softball series sweep on Saturday afternoon, falling 13-5 to Western Michigan in five innings. Read more at Kent State University…

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Miami Takes Both Ends of Saturday Double Header

OXFORD-The Miami Redhawks took both ends of a Saturday double header, winning game one 12-3 and 5-4 in 10 innings in the night cap. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Pulling Away at MAC Championships

Kalamazoo, MICH… With another day in Western Michigan complete, the Kent State women's golf team has taken another step toward securing a 24th-straight MAC title, extending their lead to 16 strokes over the next closest team in Northern…

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Lacrosse Beats Chippewas to Move into MAC Lead

KENT, Ohio - Kent State moved into a tie for first place in the Mid-American Conference women's lacrosse standings with a 17-15 win over co-leader Central Michigan on Saturday at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Baidy Ba Breaks Men’s 1500m Record at Virginia Challenge

Sophomore Baidy Ba bested the men's 1,500-meter run record that had stood for 55 years as three members of the Kent State track and field team posted all-time top-10 times at the Virginia Challenge on Friday. The Golden Flashes also had…

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Flashes Lead the Pack After Opening Round of Robert Kepler

Columbus, OH… Before impending weather conditions postponed the second round of this year's Robert Kepler Invitational, the Kent State men's golf team found themselves at the front of the field, carding a score of 280 as a team to…

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Flashes Beat Broncos in Friday Doubleheader

KALAMAZOO, Mich. – Timely home runs helped Kent State defeat host Western Michigan in both games of a Mid-American Conference softball doubleheader on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes in Command After Opening Day at MAC Championships

Kalamazoo, MICH… The title defense for the Kent State women's golf team got off to an excellent start on Friday, as the Flashes wasted no time getting a leg up on their competition, and will enter the middle round on Saturday with a…

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Ten Gymnasts Named to Academic All-MAC Team

CLEVELAND – Ten student-athletes from the Kent State gymnastics team have been named to the 2023 Academic All-Mid-American Conference team, the league announced Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set Out in Search of 24th Straight MAC Title in Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo, MICH… The Kent State women's golf team will look to preserve their absurd streak of perfection this weekend as the Flashes look to hoist the MAC Championship trophy for a 24th straight season. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Head to Oxford for Weekend Series with Miami

OXFORD- The Golden Flashes will head to western Ohio to face Miami (OH) in a key three-game weekend conference series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Add 2023 MAC Freshman Player of the Year Reggie Bass

KENT, OH– The Kent State men's basketball program announced the signing of Reggie Bass to the 2023 class. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Visit Broncos for MAC Softball Series

Kent State looks to begin a run at a spot in next month's Mid-American Conference Softball Tournament this weekend when it plays three games at Western Michigan. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men's Golf Travels to Columbus for Regular Season Finale

Columbus, OH… The Kent State men's golf team will make the short trek to Buckeye country this weekend to wrap up their regular season at this year's Robert Kepler Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Complete Sweep of Zips with Dominant Performance

AKRON, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team earned its record seventh win with a dominant on 19-6 victory at Akron on Wednesday evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Out Slug Dragons in 15-12 Victory

KENT- The Flashes rapped out 18 hits and held off a furious Tiffin rally in a 15-12 victory at Schoonover Stadium on Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Shields Named MAC Field Athlete of the Week

CLEVELAND – Kent State junior Alexander Shields has been named Mid-American Conference Men's Field Athlete of the Week, the league office announced on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Sweeps MAC Scholar-Athlete of the Week Awards

CLEVELAND — Kent State student-athletes Aidan Longwell and Jackie Wolford have been selected as Mid-American Conference Scholar-Athlete of the Week recipients for competition from April 11-17. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Gala Held Tuesday Night

KENT, Ohio – Kent State Athletics held its annual Golden Flashes Gala on Tuesday night in the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center. The event honors Kent State's top student-athletes for their accomplishments during the 2022-23…

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Flashes Prepare for Conference Contests this week

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team (6-7, 3-1 MAC) will travel to Akron to take on the Zips on Wednesday, April 19 at 7 p.m. and then return home for a matchup against Central Michigan on Saturday, April 22 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent…

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Van Eekeren Joins Kent State Volleyball Staff

KENT, Ohio – Jackson Van Eekeren has been hired as an assistant coach for the Kent State volleyball program, head coach Haley Eckerman announced. Van Eekeren brings championship experience and a volleyball pedigree with him to the Golden…

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Lacrosse Sweeps MAC Player of the Week Awards

CLEVELAND – The Golden Flashes have swept the weekly Mid-American Conference lacrosse awards for the second time in program history and this season, the league office announced on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Finish Home Stand Hosting Tiffin on Wednesday Afternoon

KENT-The Golden Flashes wrap up a five-game home stand on Wednesday at 3 p.m. as they face the Tiffin Dragons for the first time in program history. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Longwell and Scott Sweep MAC Awards

KENT- Adian Longwell and Mitchell Scott swept the Mid-American Conference Player and Pitcher of the Week awards for their efforts and helping the Flashes go 4-0 last week. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Close Out Spring Finale in Eighth

Columbus, OH... The Kent State women's golf team wrapped up the spring portion of their regular season this weekend in an eighth place finish at this year's Big 10 heavy Lady Buckeye Invitational. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Rally To Complete Sweep of Zips

KENT- Collin Mathews ripped a go-ahead single to left in the eighth and the Flashes completed a sweep of Akron with a 9-6 victory on Sunday afternoon at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Hodrick’s 100m PR Leads KSU Track & Field in Saturday Competition

The Kent State track and field team had student-athletes in action at Ohio University's Cherry Blossom Invitational and Azusa Pacific's Bryan Clay Invitational on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Weather Storm, Shutout Zips

KENT- Kent State withstood a pair of weather delays and got five shutout innings from Joe Whitman in a 3-0 shutout of the Akron Zips on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lippe Hits 20th Career Homer, Storm Shortens Softball Series at Devine Diamond

KENT, Ohio – Junior Emily Lippe launched her 20th home run in a Kent State uniform, but visiting Toledo rallied for a 7-5 victory in the first game of a scheduled doubleheader at Devine Diamond on Saturday. Due to a pair of lightning delays…

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Kent State in the Hunt Through Two at Lady Buckeye Invite

Columbus, OH... With the first two rounds of this year's Lady Buckeye Invitational in the books, the Kent State women's golf team will be in search of a strong finish on Sunday, as they closed out the second of three rounds in a tie for…

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Flashes Take Third at Boilermaker Invite

West Lafayette, IND… The Kent State men's golf team posted the best result of their spring season on Saturday, closing out the Boilermaker Invitational third place amidst a strong 13-team field. Read more at Kent State University…

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Lacrosse falls to Robert Morris

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (6-7, 3-1 MAC) lost 13-12 against Robert Morris this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Erupt for 23 Runs in Wagon Wheel Series Opening Win

KENT- The Golden Flashes erupted for 23 runs in front of a sold-out Schoonover Stadium, taking the opener of the Wagon Wheel series, 23-3 on Friday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Shields Sets Decathlon Facility Record at Gibson Invitational

The Kent State track and field team had multis athletes in action at Indiana State's Gibson Invitational and mid-distance runners at Azusa Pacific's Bryan Clay Invitational on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes In the Hunt After First Round of Boilermaker Invitational

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Ben MacLean sits in sole position of second place on the individual leaderboard and the Kent State men's golf team is in the hunt in striking distance after the first round of the Boilermaker Invitational. Read…

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Kent State Falls to Toledo in First Game at Devine Diamond

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State softball team lost the first game of the season played on the new field turf at Devine Diamond, 6-4, to Toledo on Friday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Travel to Lady Buckeye Invitational for Spring Finale

Columbus, OH... After three weeks off, the Kent State women's golf team will make the short trek to the campus of Ohio State for the final tournament of their spring season at this year's Lady Buckeye Invitational. Read more at Kent State…

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Men's Golf Back to Work at Boilermaker Invitational

West Lafayette, IND... After two weeks to rest up, the Kent State men's golf team will be back in action this Friday, when they travel to Indiana for this year's Boilermaker Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Welcome Zips for Wagon Wheel Weekend Series

KENT-The Wagon Wheel rivalry resumes this weekend as the Golden Flashes host the rival Akron Zips for a three-game weekend series at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State University Athletics Names Van Wagner as Exclusive Multimedia Rights Partner and Sales Agent

KENT-Kent State University's Department of Intercollegiate Athletics today announced a new multiyear agreement with Van Wagner, a full-service sports advertising and entertainment agency. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Splits Doubleheader at First-Place Ohio

ATHENS, Ohio – The Kent State softball team split a doubleheader with Mid-American Conference leader Ohio on Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Hodrick Named MAC Track Athlete of the Week

CLEVELAND – Kent State graduate student Asa Hodrick has been named Mid-American Conference Men's Track Athlete of the Week, the league office announced on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Record-Setting Performances Lead Flashes Lacrosse Against Eagles

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Kenzie Sklar and Jackie Wolford combined for 13 goals to lead the Kent State lacrosse team to a 19-9 victory over Eastern Michigan in the first meeting between the programs on Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State…

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Carry Set to Compete at Portsmouth Invitational

Portsmouth, VA - Kent State's Sincere Carry will take part in the Portsmouth Invitational (PIT), Apr. 12-15 in Portsmouth, Va. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Two Kent State Athletics Staffers Receive President’s Award of Distinction

KENT, Ohio – Jessie Ely, Athletics Chief of Staff, and Katie Schilling, Assistant Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Development and Alumni Engagement, were among 10 Kent State University staff members who were selected as recipient of the…

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Devine Diamond to Open Friday as Kent State Softball Hosts Toledo

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State softball team will play its first games at the renovated Devine Diamond this weekend, as Toledo visits for a three-game Mid-American Conference series. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Fly the Flag! Flashes Knock Off Pitt 5-2

KENT-Mike McNamara had a four-hit day including a two-run homer and Kyle Jackson added a two-run shot as well as the Golden Flashes flew the flag with a 5-2 victory over the Pitt Panthers on Tuesday night at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent…

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Softball Drops Series Opener at Ohio

ATHENS, Ohio – Kent State was unable to maintain a two-run lead and lost, 3-2, in a Mid-American Conference softball game at Ohio on Tuesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes continue MAC contests this week

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team (5-6, 2-0 MAC) travels to Ypsilanti to take on Eastern Michigan on Wednesday, April 12 at 2 p.m. and returns home to Dix Stadium on Saturday, April 15 to host against Robert Morris at 1 p.m. Read more at…

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Flashes Open Four-Game Home Stand with Pitt on Tuesday Night

KENT- The Golden Flashes start a four-game home stand on Tuesday night, welcoming in the Pitt Panthers for a 6 p.m. first pitch. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Travel to Ohio for Mid-Week Series

The Kent State softball team continues Mid-American Conference play with a three-game series at Ohio. A single game is scheduled for 3 p.m. on Tuesday with a doubleheader slated to start at 1 p.m. on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University…

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Scott Earns MAC Co-Pitcher of the Week Honors

KENT- Golden Flashes' closer Mitchell Scott was named the Mid-American Conference co-pitcher of the week for his efforts in the weekend sweep of Bowling Green. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Welcome Eight Incoming Freshman for 2023 Season

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State soccer team will welcome eight incoming freshmen for the upcoming 2023 season as the Golden Flashes look to return to the top of the Mid-American Conference standings. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Duncan Earns 300th Win at Kent State as Flashes Earn Sweep

BOWLING GREEN-Kyle Jackson had three hits and a fine play on the final out of the game to secure a 4-2 victory over Bowling Green on Sunday, completing the sweep and earning head coach Jeff Duncan his 300th win at Kent State. Read more at Kent…

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Kent State Claims 11 Events at Northeast Ohio Open

AKRON, Ohio – The Kent State track and field team totaled 11 wins during competition at the Northeast Ohio Open on April 7-8. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Drop Softball Doubleheader to NIU

BEREA, Ohio – The Kent State softball team lost both games of a Mid-American Conference doubleheader with Northern Illinois on Saturday, 5-2 and 2-1, at BW Softball Field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Complete Team Effort in 10-1 Saturday Win

BOWLING GREEN-Kent State cracked four homers, two in a four-run first inning in a 10-1 runaway victory over the host Bowling Green Falcons on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Beat Huskies in Series Opener, 9-4

BEREA, Ohio – Kent State scored the final six runs to earn a Mid-American Conference softball victory over Northern Illinois, 9-4, at BW Softball Field on Friday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Cruikshank, Scott Lead the Way in 1-0 Win

BOWLING GREEN-Ben Cruikshank and Mitchell Scott combined for a six-hit shutout and an Aidan Longwell fourth inning single was all that was needed in a 1-0 win on Friday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Track & Field Back in Action at Northeast Ohio Open

Kent State will compete in the state of Ohio for the second of four straight weekends as the outdoor track and field season continues at the Northeast Ohio Open. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Returns to MAC Play Against NIU

Kent State will play a three-game Mid-American Conference softball series this weekend against Northern Illinois at BW Softball Field in Berea. A single game is scheduled for 3 p.m. on Friday with a doubleheader slated to start at 1 p.m. on…

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Flashes Wrap Road Trip at Bowling Green

KENT-The Golden Flashes wrap up a four-game road trip this weekend, heading out to Bowling Green for a three-game conference slate with the Falcons. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Jon Mills Signs Extension Through 26-27 Season

KENT- Kent State Men's Golf Coach Jon Mills ('02) has signed a contract extension through the 2026-27 season as announced by Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse Defeats Robert Morris

MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. - The Kent State lacrosse team won 13-10 against Robert Morris this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Set to Host Open Practice on Saturday Afternoon

KENT-Kent State football fans will get their first chance to check out spring ball with the first open practice of the #KentGRIT era scheduled for this Saturday at 1 p.m. inside Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Rob Senderoff Inks Contract Extension Through 28-29 Season

KENT- Kent State Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond has announced a contract extension for head men's basketball coach Rob Senderoff through the 2028-29 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Edged by Buckeyes on Tuesday Night

COLUMBUS- Kent State was edged 7-6 in a back-and-forth mid-week affair at Ohio State on Tuesday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Relocates NIU Series to Baldwin Wallace

KENT, Ohio — As renovations continue on Devine Diamond, the Kent State softball team will play its home series against Northern Illinois on April 7 and 8 at the BW Softball Field in Berea. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes take on the Colonials

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State lacrosse team will travel to Western Pa. to face off against Robert Morris on Wednesday, April 5 at 1 p.m. The game will be streamed on ESPN+. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Columbus to Clash with Buckeyes

KENT- The Golden Flashes (18-9) embark on a four-game in-state road trip this week, starting in Columbus to face the Ohio State Buckeyes (13-13) on Tuesday night at 6pm. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Walk-Off Toledo to Sweep Sunday DH

KENT- Kent State swept a Sunday doubleheader from Toledo and won the pivotal three-game series with a 6-3 win in game one and a comeback, walk-off 7-6 win in game two. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Drops Pair Sunday at RMU

MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. – The Kent State softball team lost a pair of games at Robert Morris on Sunday by scores of 4-1 and 5-3. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Six Flashes Victorious at Oliver Nikoloff Invitational

CINCINNATI, Ohio – The Kent State track and field team had six student-athletes win events during competition at the Oliver Nikoloff Invitational on March 31 and April 1. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Visits RMU Sunday for Doubleheader

The Kent State softball team will play its final non-conference games of the season on Sunday when it travels to Robert Morris for a doubleheader. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes take victory over the School Down the Road

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team won 6-5 against Akron this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Toledo Edges Flashes in Series Opener

KENT- The Golden Flashes erased a five-run deficit on Friday but a late Toledo run proved to be the difference in a 7-6 setback on Friday night at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse Takes on The School Down The Road

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State Lacrosse team goes up against Akron this Saturday, 1 p.m. at Dix Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Track & Field Heads to Cincinnati

The Kent State track and field program continues the outdoor season, traveling to Cincinnati for the Oliver Nikoloff Invitational. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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DeCavitch, Franz, Guns Wrap Up Season at Norman Regional

NORMAN, Okla. – Seniors Rachel DeCavitch and Karlie Franz and sophomore Alyssa Guns represented Kent State and finished their 2023 season at the Norman Regional in Oklahoma on Thursday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host Rockets for Big Weekend Conference Series

KENT- The Golden Flashes return to the friendly confines of Schoonover Stadium for a key three-game conference series with the Toledo Rockets. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Three Flashes Gymnasts Travel to Norman for Regionals

KENT, Ohio – Rachel DeCavitch, Karlie Franz and Alyssa Guns are set to compete at the Norman Regional, hosted by Oklahoma, on Thursday, March 30 at 2 p.m. The meet will be streamed on ESPN+. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Indiana Edges Flashes in Road Trip Finale

BLOOMINGTON, IN-The Golden Flashes dropped a nail biter on Tuesday night, falling 4-3 to the Indiana Hoosiers on Tuesday night at Kaufman Field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Closes Out Hootie at Bulls Bay in 13th

Awendaw, SC... The Kent State men's golf team battled on the final day of this year's Hootie at Bulls Bay Intercollegiate, gaining one spot during Tuesday's finale but ultimately finishing in 13th. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kristen Belden Officially Signs with Kent State Women's Golf

Kent OHIO... On Monday it was announced that Kristen Belden of Canton Central Catholic High School would officially be signing with the Kent State women's golf program for the upcoming 2023-24 season. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Drop Twin Bill to Chippewas

MT Pleasant, MI- The Golden Flashes dropped both ends of a double header on Tuesday at Central Michigan, falling in the first game 3-0 and 10-2 in the nightcap. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Nine Wrestlers Earn Academic All-MAC Honors

KENT- The Golden Flashes placed nine wrestlers on the Academic-All Conference list, as announced by the Mid-American Conference. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Two Flashes inside Top 40 in Awendaw

Awendaw, SC... The second round of this year's Hootie at Bulls Bay is officially in the books and the Kent State men's golf team will have one final chance to climb the leaderboard on Tuesday after finishing round two in 14th. Read more…

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Flashes Visit CMU for Mid-Week MAC Series

Kent State softball hits the road again this week, traveling to Mt. Pleasant for a midweek series against Mid-American Conference foe Central Michigan. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Wrap Up Road Trip at Indiana

KENT- The Golden Flashes wrap up a five-game road swing on Tuesday night for a non-conference tilt with the Indiana Hoosiers and a 6 p.m. first pitch from Bart Kaufman Field. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Jacobs Set to Participate in 2023 State Farm College Team Skills & 3X3U Championships

HOUSTON – Malique Jacobs, who recently completed his career playing for Kent State has been selected to participate in the State Farm College Team Skills and 3X3U Championships at the Bayou Music Center in downtown Houston at 6:30 p.m. CT on…

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Flashes in 14th After Opening Day in South Carolina

Awendaw, SC... The Kent State men's golf team got off to a bit of a slow start but will have plenty of opportunities to climb throughout the week, entering tomorrows round at the Hootie At Bulls Bay in 14th place. Read more at Kent State…

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Chippewas Edge Flashes in Series Finale

MT Pleasant, MI- Kent State dropped a heartbreaking pitcher's dual on Sunday afternoon, dropping a 2-1 ball game at Central Michigan. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Rallies in Seventh to Earn Wagon Wheel Series Win

AKRON, Ohio – A leadoff home run by senior Julia Mazanec tied it in the top of the seventh and freshman Bri Despines stole home for the winning run as Kent State defeated Akron, 4-3, on Sunday afternoon. The victory secured the series for Kent…

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Kneffler’s Pole Vault Victory Highlights Opening Outdoor Weekend at Raleigh Relays

RALEIGH, N.C. – Kristian Kneffler opened the outdoor track and field season by winning the men's pole vault to lead the way as 12 Kent State student-athletes competed at the Raleigh Relays. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Tied For Tenth Ahead of Clemson Invite Finale

Sunset, SC... With round two of the Clemson Invitational wrapped up the Kent State women's golf team will head into Sunday's finale in a tie for tenth, with four members of their lineup inside the top 50. Read more at Kent State…

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Kent State Returns to South Carolina for Hootie at Bulls Bay

Awendaw, SC... After posting the best result of their spring season at the General Hackler in South Carolina next week, the Kent State men's golf team will return to the Palmetto State for this year's Hootie at Bulls Bay Intercollegiate. …

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Flashes and Chippewas Split Friday Twin Bill

MT Pleasant, MI- Kent State and Central Michigan split their double header on Friday afternoon, the Flashes took game on 4-3 in 12 innings with the Chippewas taking the nightcap 11-4. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Trio of Fifth Inning Blasts Lead Flashes to Wagon Wheel Doubleheader Split

AKRON, Ohio – The Kent State softball team launched three home runs in the top of the fifth inning during the second game of a Crystal Clinic Wagon Wheel Challenge doubleheader on Friday and held on for a 9-5 victory after falling 3-0 in the…

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Takagi Leads Flashes After Day One of Clemson Invitational

Sunset, SC... With the opening round of this year's Clemson Invitational in the books, the Kent State women's golf team will have some work to do moving forward, entering Saturday's middle round in 11th place with just three strokes…

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Flashes Back in Action at Clemson Invitational

Sunset, SC... As the spring season has progressed the Kent State women's golf team has been heating up, posting a new high watermark in each of their last two events, with a sixth-place finish at the Trinity Forest Invitational and a…

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Flashes Open Road MAC Play at CMU

Mt. Pleasant, MI- The Golden Flashes open up the road portion of the conference season this weekend with a three-game series at defending champion Central Michigan. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Crystal Clinic Wagon Wheel Challenge Heads to Softball Diamond

Kent State will visit Lee R. Jackson Field this weekend for a Mid-American Conference series against rival Akron. The winner of the three-game series will earn one point in the Crystal Clinic Wagon Wheel Challenge standings, which Kent State…

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Flashes Extend Kyle DeSandes-Moyer Through 2026 Season

KENT, Ohio - Kent State Field Hockey coach Kyle DeSandes-Moyer has signed a contract extension through the 2026 season. The decision was announced by Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Athletics Participate in APPLE Training Institute

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The Kent State athletic department was one of the universities selected to attend the APPLE Training Institute in Charlottesville, Va. from March 17-19. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Long Ball Snaps Flashes Win Streak at 13

PITTSBURGH-The Pitt Panthers used the long ball to snap the Golden Flashes' 13-game win streak in a 8-3 setback on Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Distance Crew, Pole Vault Head to Raleigh Relays for Outdoor Track and Field Opener

The Kent State track and field program opens the outdoor season at the Raleigh Relays, which takes place at NC State's to Paul Derr Track from Thursday, March 23 through Saturday, March 25. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Places Two Administrators on Division-I Sport Committees

KENT, Ohio - A pair of Kent State Athletics' administrators have been appointed as members of the Division-I Women's Lacrosse and Division-I Women's Field Hockey committees as announced by the National Collegiate Athletic Association…

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Flashes Softball Suffers Walk-Off Loss to Buckeyes

COLUMBUS, Ohio – A two-run lead heading to the bottom of the seventh inning wasn't enough for Kent State, as Ohio State plated three in the frame for a 4-3 walk-off victory in its home opener at Buckeye Field on Tuesday. Read more at…

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Flashes Start Road Swing at Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH-The Golden Flashes start a five-game road trip on Wednesday afternoon with a trip to the Steel City to take on the Pitt Panthers. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Longwell Earns Second MAC Player of the Week Honor

KENT- Kent State first baseman and pitcher Aidan Longwell earned his second Mid-American Conference Player of the Week, for his efforts in the Flashes' 4-0 week. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fly By Griffins, Run Win Streak to 13

KENT- Eric Chalus tossed five and a third innings of one-run baseball and Aidan Longwell drove in four, helping lead the Flashes to a 11-2 victory over Canisius, running the team's win streak to 13. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Trio Selected to Compete at NCAA Regional in Oklahoma

KENT, Ohio – Three members of the Kent State gymnastics team have earned spots in the NCAA Regionals. Rachel DeCavitch, Karlie Franz and Alyssa Guns will represent the Golden Flashes at the Norman Regional in Norman, Okla. from Wednesday,…

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Hellstrom Returns to Kent State, Joins Soccer Coaching Staff

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State women's soccer team has announced the hiring of former Golden Flashes forward Jenna Hellstrom as assistant coach, head coach Rob Marinaro announced. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse falls to Lindenwood

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team (3-6) lost 18-13 to Lindenwood (5-4) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Finish Fourth at Florida State Match Up

Tallahassee, FLO... After closing out the Trinity Forest Invitational with a spring-best sixth place finish last week, the Kent State women's golf team further improved their high watermark with a fourth place finish at this year's Florida…

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Flashes Post Season-High Score at MAC Championships

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics posted a season-high score at the Mid-American Conference Gymnastics Championships in front of a home crowd in the M.A.C. Center on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Hoogeboom Leads Flashes Through Two Rounds of Florida State Match Up

Tallahassee, FLO... The Kent State women's golf team remains in a strong position after Saturday's middle round at the Florida State Match Up, with the team all alone in fourth and three individuals in the top 15. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Conclude 2022-23 Season

Albany, NY – The 13th-seeded Kent State men's basketball team fell to fourth-seeded Indiana Hoosiers, 71-60, Friday in the first round of the 2023 NCAA Tournament Midwest Region at the MVP Arena. Read more at Kent State University…

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Gymnastics Trio Earn All-MAC Honors

CLEVELAND – Three members of the Kent State gymnastics team have earned yearly honors from the Mid-American Conference, the league office announced on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Whitmore’s Walk-Off Double Leads Flashes in MAC Softball Opener

BEREA, Ohio – Redshirt senior Alexandria Whitmore hit the game-winning double in the bottom of the seventh inning of the first game of the day, as Kent State opened Mid-American Conference softball play with a doubleheader split against Ball…

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Flashes Mystify Griffins, Run Win Streak to 12

KENT- The Golden Flashes continued its torrid offensive streak on Friday with a pair of run-rule victories over the Canisius Golden Griffins, winning game one 17-4 and game two 21-3, both in seven innings. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State in Fourth After Opening Round in Tallahassee

Tallahassee, FLO... The Kent State women's golf team will enter the middle round of this year's Florida State Match Up in fourth place after finishing Friday's round just six strokes over par. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State to Host MAC Gymnastics Championships Saturday

KENT, Ohio – Kent State will host the 2023 Mid-American Conference Gymnastics Championships on Saturday, March 18 at 2 p.m. for the first time since 2015. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ferris' Run Comes to an End at Nationals

TULSA- Jake Ferri saw his run at the 2023 NCAA Wrestling Championships come to an end on Thursday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Meet the Hoosiers in the First Round of the NCAA Tournament

Albany, NY - The 13-seeded Kent State University men's basketball team (28-6) makes its return to the NCAA Tournament with a first-round game against fourth-seed Indiana Friday at MVP Arena on TBS. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes fall to Presbyterian College

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team lost 11-10 to Presbyterian College this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host Griffins for Final Weekend Non-Con Series

KENT- Kent State takes a 10-game win streak into a weekend series with the Canisius Golden Griffins. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women's Golf Resumes Spring Season in Tallahassee

Tallahassee, FLO... After posting their best result of the spring in Dallas last week, the Kent State women's golf team will get back on the links at the Seminole Legacy Golf Club for this year's Florida State Match Up. Read more at Kent…

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Men's Basketball Attend NCAA Tournament Open Practice and Media Session

Albany, NY. - The Kent State University men's basketball team begin activities at the 2023 NCAA Tournament with a press conference and open practice in front of media and fans. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Falls to Syracuse in WNIT First Round

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Kent State women's basketball team's season came to an end on Wednesday with an 84-56 loss at Syracuse in a 2023 WNIT first round game. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Quiet Storm, Run Win Streak to 10

KENT- The Golden Flashes ran their win streak to 10 straight and tossed their second shutout of the year in a 7-0 victory over the Lake Erie College Storm on Wednesday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Announces Changes to MAC-Opening Series

KENT, Ohio — For the second weekend in a row, weather forecasts have forced changes to the Kent State softball team's schedule. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse takes on Presbyterian College and Lindenwood this week

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team continues a five game homestand matchup against Presbyterian College on Thursday, March 16 at 2 p.m. and Lindenwood on Sunday, March 19 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ferri, Flashes Ready for NCAA Championships

TULSA- Jake Ferri has earned the 23rd seed in the 125-pound bracket for the 2023 NCAA Wrestling Championships in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Travel to Syracuse for Postseason WNIT Opener

Kent State looks to begin a run in the 2023 Postseason WNIT, which begins with a first round game at Syracuse on Wednesday, March 15. Tip is scheduled for 7 p.m. inside of the JMA Wireless Dome. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Post Top Four Finish at General Hackler

Myrtle Beach, SC... The Kent State men's golf team followed a strong start on Monday with an equally strong finish on Tuesday to close out this year's General Hackler Championship in a tie for fourth amidst the 14-team field. Read more at…

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Flashes Welcome in Lake Erie College Storm for Mid-Week Matchup

KENT- Kent State continues its homestand on Wednesday, welcoming in the Lake Erie College Storm for a mid-week matchup. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Enters Final Day of General Hackler in Top Four

Myrtle Beach, SC... The Kent State men's golf team began this year's General Hackler Championship with a bang, rifling out of the gates to a top-four finish through the first two rounds on Monday. Read more at Kent State University…

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Kent State Begins 2023 WNIT at Syracuse

FORT COLLINS, Colo. – Kent State will travel to Syracuse for a 2023 Postseason WNIT first round contest on Wednesday, March 15. Tip inside the JMA Wireless Dome is scheduled for 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Sweep MAC Baseball Awards

KENT- The Golden Flashes swept the Mid-American Conference weekly awards for the second time this season with Ben Cruikshank and Justin Miknis taking home the honors. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Selected as 13th Seed, Face Indiana in Albany

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State University men's basketball team has been selected as a 13th seed in the 2023 NCAA Tournament, facing the fourth seed Indiana at the MVP Arena in Albany, New York Friday, March 17. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Sign Daniel Heister for 2023-24 Season

Kent OHIO... On Friday it was officially announced that Daniel Heister of Mason High School had signed with the Kent State men's golf team to join the Flashes program for the 2023-24 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics Comes Up Just Short Against CMU on Senior Day

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team narrowly fell to Central Michigan in its Senior Day meet on Sunday afternoon in the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Storm Back to Sweep Huskies

KENT- Kent State erupted for a seven-run eighth and stormed back for a 16-10 victory of Northern Illinois, securing a series sweep of the Huskies. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Win 2023 MAC Tournament

CLEVELAND – The Kent State University men's basketball team (28-6) won the 2023 Mid-American Conference Championship, defeating the top-seeded Toledo Rockets (27-7). Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Rally for Eighth Straight Victory

KENT- Mike McNamara belted a three-run homer to left, part of a five-run eighth inning to lead the Flashes to a 12-7 victory over Northern Illinois on Saturday afternoon at Schoonover Stadium. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Men's Golf Back in Action at General Hackler Championship

Myrtle Beach, SC... After almost a full month off, the Kent State men's golf team will get back to work on the links at this year's General Hackler Championship in South Carolina. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host CMU on Sunday for Senior Day Meet

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics returns to the M.A.C. Center for its final home meet of the regular season on Sunday. The Golden Flashes will host Central Michigan as part of their Senior Day meet. Read more at Kent State University…

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Shumate Earns Spot on MAC All-Tournament Team

CLEVELAND — Kent State senior Katie Shumate has been selected to the five-member 2023 Mid-American Conference All-Tournament Team, the conference office announced following Saturday's championship game. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Advance to MAC Tournament Championship

Cleveland, Ohio – The Kent State men's basketball team (27-6, 17-3 MAC) advances to the MAC Tournament Finals after defeating rival Akron 79-73. The Flashes will take on Toledo Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m. inside the Rocket Mortgage…

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Flashes Run Win Streak to Seven with 12-1 Win

KENT- The Golden Flashes continued swinging hot bats and Ben Cruikshank threw another gem as the Flashes defeated the Northern Illinois Huskies 12-1 on Friday, in the conference opener for both teams. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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MAC Women’s Basketball Tournament Run Ends in Semifinals

CLEVELAND — Kent State lost to top-seeded Toledo, 68-58, in a Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Tournament semifinal contest at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes fall to Red Flash

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team (3-4) lost 12-9 to Saint Francis (Pa.) (4-1) this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Softball Moves First Home Series to Baldwin Wallace

KENT, Ohio — As renovations continue on Devine Diamond, the Kent State softball team will play its first home series of the season against Ball State on March 17 and 18 at the BW Softball Field in Berea. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Advance to the SemiFinals of the MAC Tournament

Cleveland, Ohio – The Kent State men's basketball team (26-6, 16-3 MAC) advances to the semifinals after defeating Northern Illinois 76-57. The Flashes will take on the winner of tonight's contest between Akron and Buffalo. The…

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Flashes Drop Road Game at Michigan

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Kent State had the potential tying run at the plate in both the fifth and sixth innings but was unable to record a timely hit during a 4-0 loss to host Michigan on Thursday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host Huskies to Open Conference Play

KENT- The Golden Flashes welcome in the Northern Illinois Huskies for a three-game weekend series and the Mid-American Conference opener for both teams. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Set for MAC Tournament Semifinals Against Toledo

Following an opening day of chalk, Kent State looks to post the first upset of the 2023 Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Tournament when it battles back-to-back regular season champions and No. 1 seed Toledo in a semifinals contest on…

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Kent State Pro Day Set for March 15th

KENT- The Golden Flashes will have six players scheduled to go through a Pro Day workout on Wednesday, March 15th inside the Kent State Field House. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse Home Opener Victory

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team won 15-5 in the home opener against Delaware State this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Early Three-Point Shooting Barrage Helps Flashes Advance to MAC Tournament Semis

CLEVELAND — Kent State made five shots from three-point range during the first nine minutes of action and held on to defeat Northern Illinois, 75-68, in a Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Tournament quarterfinal contest at…

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Flashes Travel to Cleveland for MAC Tournament

KENT, Ohio - The Kent State men's basketball team (25-6, 15-3 MAC) heads to Cleveland to take on No. 7 seed Northern Illinois (13-18, 9-9 MAC) in the quarterfinals of the Mid-American Conference Tournament on Thursday afternoon at approximately…

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Softball Announces Changes to Weekend Schedule in Ann Arbor

The Kent State softball team will play a single game at the University of Michigan on Thursday, March 9. First pitch at Alumni Field is scheduled for 4 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Jacobs, Sullinger, and Carry Earn Top MAC Honors

Cleveland, Ohio - The Kent State men's basketball team took home multiple Mid-American Conference awards, highlighted by Malique Jacobs being named Defensive Player of the Year, and Jalen Sullinger being named Sixth Man of the Year. Sincere…

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Flashes Post 6th Place Finish at Trinity Forest Invitational

Dallas, Tex... The Kent State women's golf team wrapped up this year's Trinity Forest Invitational in sixth place, finishing just one stroke over par in the team's best result of the spring season. Read more at Kent State University…

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Lacrosse returns to Dix Stadium for home opener week

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team opens its home schedule at Dix Stadium against Delaware State on Wednesday, March 8 at 4 p.m. and against Saint Francis (Pa.) on Friday, March 10 at 2 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes and Huskies Run It Back in MAC Tournament Quarterfinals

Kent State will battle Northern Illinois for the second time in five days as the Mid-American Conference Tournament begins with quarterfinals action on Wednesday, March 8. Tip at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland will be approximately 30…

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Flashes Open the 2023 Home Season in Grand Fashion

KENT- The Golden Flashes put up a crooked number in each of the first four innings and scored the most runs in a game since 2012 in a 22-1 victory over Youngstown State in the 2023 home opener for the Flashes. Read more at Kent State University…

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Shumate, Thall and Hauser Earn MAC Women’s Basketball Postseason Honors

CLEVELAND — Kent State's Katie Shumate, Lindsey Thall and Corynne Hauser were among the student-athletes recognized, as the Mid-American Conference announced the All-MAC Teams and specialty award selections for the 2022-23 women's…

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Three Flashes in Top Ten at Trinity Forest Invitational

Dallas, Tex... The Kent State women's golf team played an exceptionally strong day on the links in the opening two rounds of this year's Trinity Forest Invitational, and have put themselves in an advantageous position ahead of…

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Flashes Open Up Schoonover Tuesday Against Youngstown State

KENT- The Golden Flashes welcome in the Youngstown State Penguins on Tuesday afternoon for the 2023 home opener and an updated 1 p.m. first pitch. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Cruikshank and Longwell Sweep MAC Weekly Awards

KENT- Kent State swept the Mid-American Conference weekly awards this week with Aidan Longwell earning Co-Player of the Week honors and Ben Cruikshank earning the Pitcher of the Week nod. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Beat Pitt in Sunday Softball Action

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Kent State defeated Pitt, 6-3, on Sunday at the Thundering Herd Round Robin and later fell to host Marshall for the second day in a row, 10-2. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Rally for Sweep of Skyhawks

MARTIN,TN- Mack Timbrook hit a go-ahead three-run homer in the tenth, capping a rally for the Golden Flashes that secured a series sweep of the UT-Martin Skyhawks and a 9-6 win on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women's Golf Back in Action at Trinity Forest Invitational

Dallas, Tex... After finishing the first two tournaments of their spring season in 10th and 11th, the Kent State women's golf team will be in search of a strong performance in the lone star state this week at this year's Trinity Forest…

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Lacrosse falls to UC Davis

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team lost, 18-8, to UC Davis this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Post Season-High Score at Ohio State

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team earned their highest score of the 2023 season against a pair of top-25 opponents on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Ground SkyHawks in Saturday Sweep

MARTIN,TN- The Golden Flashes got timely hitting and stellar pitching in a double header sweep of the UT-Martin Skyhawks on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Drop Pair on Saturday

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – The Kent State softball team lost a pair of games on Saturday at the Thundering Herd Round Robin. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Earns 20th Win on Senior Day

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team defeated Northern Illinois, 73-58, on Saturday afternoon and will enter the Mid-American Conference Tournament with 20 wins for the first time since 2011. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Head to Columbus for Ohio State Tri-Meet

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team will face off against a pair of ranked opponents on Sunday in Columbus. The Golden Flashes will compete against No. 16 Ohio State and No. 24 Illinois in a tri-meet hosted by the Buckeyes at 1 p.m. …

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Golden Flashes fall to San Diego State

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team lost 15-9 to San Diego State tonight. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Send Seniors Out with a Rivalry Win

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State men's basketball (25-6, 15-3 MAC) team stays perfect at home for the 2022-23 season. The Flashes undefeated record at home marks the first time since the 2007-08 season.The Flashes now have 25 wins this season,…

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Ferri and Munguia Advance to Title Bouts at MAC Championships

FAIRFAX, VA- Jake Ferri and Enrique Munguia will wrestle for conference titles at 125 and 165 pounds respectfully, leading the Flashes on the opening day of the Mid-American Conference Wrestling Championships. Read more at Kent State University…

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Softball Heads to Thundering Herd Round Robin

The Kent State softball team will play four games this weekend at the Thundering Herd Round Robin, hosted by former Mid-American Conference member Marshall. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Trio of Flashes Earn MAC Indoor Track and Field Postseason Awards

CLEVELAND – Kent State's Alexander Shields, Ayden Bath and Svenia De Coninck have earned awards for their performances at the Mid-American Conference Indoor Track and Field Championships, as the conference announced its 2023 indoor track…

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Women’s Basketball Closes Regular Season with Senior Day

Kent State will host Northern Illinois for the regular season finale on Saturday, March 4 at 2 p.m. Clare Kelly, Annie Pavlansky, Lindsey Thall and Hannah Young will be recognized during a Senior Day presentation prior to tip at the M.A.C. Center. …

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Flashes Set to Host Rivalry on Senior Night

Kent, OH - The Kent State (24-6 overall, 14-3 MAC) men's basketball team looks to finish their regular season inside the M.A.C. Center against rival UA. The Flashes are hosting the school down the road for the Crystal Clinic Wagon Wheel…

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Flashes Close Road Trip at UT-Martin

MARTIN, TN- The Golden Flashes wrap up their eight-game road trip this weekend with a three-game set against the UT-Martin Skyhawks. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to Fairfax for MAC Championships

FAIRFAX, VA- The Golden Flashes head to Virginia this weekend for the 2023 Mid-American Conference Tournament on the campus of George Mason. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lacrosse Travels to San Diego for Weekend Games

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team travels to the West Coast to take on San Diego State on Friday, March 3 at 10 p.m. ET and UC Davis on Sunday, March 5 at 3 p.m. ET. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Charity Stripe Aids Rockets’ Comeback Effort in Final Minutes

TOLEDO, Ohio — Toledo made 11 free throws over the final 3:44 to overcome a five-point deficit, as Kent State dropped a 64-60 contest inside of Savage Arena on Wednesday evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Complete Sweep of Racers

MURRAY, KY- The Flashes used a four-run third and five-and-two-thirds innings of shutout relief in a 4-3 victory on Wednesday afternoon and a sweep of the Murray State Racers. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Unveils Full 2023 Schedule

KENT- The 2023 schedule has been set for the first season of the #KentGRIT era for Kent State football. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Field Hockey Honored with NFHCA Academic Awards

GENEVA, N.Y. – Kent State was well-represented as the National Field Hockey Coaches Association recently announced its academic awards for the 2022 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Remain Perfect at Home

Kent, OH - The Kent State men's basketball (24-6, 14-3 MAC) team stays perfect at home and continues their 21-home-game victory streak. The Flashes now have 24 wins this season, putting them only one game behind the Kent State Record for wins…

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Flashes Nip Racers at the Wire

KENT- The Golden Flashes scored two in the ninth to break a 4-4 tie and took the opener of the two-game set from the Murray State Racers 6-4 inside Reagan Field on Tuesday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Visit First-Place Toledo on Wednesday

Kent State travels to first-place Toledo for a matchup between the two Mid-American Conference teams with the longest winning streaks at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Athletics Experiencing Ticketing Outage

KENT- Kent State University has been notified by AudienceView, its third-party ticket sale vendor, that AudienceView has had a security breach and has temporarily shutdown. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Guns Repeats as MAC Specialist of the Week

CLEVELAND – For the second week in a row, Kent State sophomore Alyssa Guns has earned weekly honors from the Mid-American Conference, the league office announced Tuesday. Guns was named the Co-Specialist of the Week following her performance…

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Flashes Return to the M.A.C. Center for the Final Home Stretch

Kent, Oh.- The Kent State (23-6, 13-3 MAC) men's basketball team is back inside the M.A.C. Center for their final week of the regular season. The Flashes will host the Ohio Bobcats Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. The game will be available on ESPN+…

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Terriers Pull Away from Flashes Late

SPARTANBURG, SC- A late three-run homer broke open a pitcher's duel and the Flashes dropped a tough 11-2 contest at Wofford on Sunday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Multiple Career-Highs Scores Lead Flashes over Eastern Michigan

YPSILANTI, Mich. – The Kent State gymnastics team narrowly defeated Eastern Michigan in a thrilling meet between Mid-American Conference foes on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lippe Hits Fifth Home Run in Sunday Loss to Georgia Tech

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Junior Emily Lippe blasted a two-run homer in the bottom of the seventh inning, but Kent State was unable to complete the late rally and fell to Georgia Tech, 7-4, in the team's final game at the Queen City Classic on…

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Flashes Defeat the Falcons in Final Road Game of the Regular Season

Bowling Green, OH - The Kent State men's basketball (23-6, 13-3 MAC) team takes home a 79-69 win over Bowling Green Saturday evening. In a back-and-forth game, the Flashes were able to hold onto the second spot in the Mid-American Conference. …

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Shields Leads Kent State to Runner-Up Finish at MAC Men’s Indoor T&F Championships

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – Junior Alexander Shields captured a pair of event titles on Saturday and scored 28 points as Kent State placed second at the Mid-American Conference Men's Indoor Track and Field Championships. Read more at Kent…

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Pasqualetti Wins Third Consecutive Pole Vault Title at MAC Indoor T&F Championships

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – Junior Leah Pasqualetti won the pole vault for third year in a row as Kent State finished fourth at the Mid-American Conference Women's Track and Field Championships. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Lose Late Lead to Georgia Tech in Saturday Softball Action

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Kent State overcame a seven-run deficit to lead going into the seventh inning before falling to Georgia Tech, 9-8, in the first of two games at the Queen City Classic on Saturday. The Golden Flashes (4-9) then fell to host…

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Kent State Beats EMU, Extends Winning Streak to Four Games

YPSILANTI, Mich. — Kent State fought back from an 11-point deficit in the first quarter to earn a 75-67 road victory over Eastern Michigan on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Wofford Rallies Past Flashes on Saturday

SPARTANBURG, SC- Wofford rallied once again on Saturday, scoring the game's final five runs in a 7-3 setback for the Golden Flashes. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Hoops Starts Final Road Stretch at EMU

Kent State will play the first of back-to-back road games at Eastern Michigan on Saturday, Feb. 25 at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Lippe’s Hot Bat Leads Flashes Friday at Queen City Classic

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Junior Emily Lippe extended her hitting streak to seven games and blasted her fourth home run of the season as Kent State (4-7) dropped a pair of contests at the Queen City Classic on Friday. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Men Close MAC Indoor T&F Championships Day 1 Strong with DMR Victory

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – A historic distance medley relay race by Trey Double, Kyle Sommer, Dylan McBride and Baidy Ba finished the opening day of action at the Mid-American Conference Men's Track and Field Championship and provided momentum…

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Big Innings Too Much for Flashes on Friday

SPARTANBURG, SC- A pair of big innings were too much to overcome for the Golden Flashes on Friday night, dropping the series opener to the Wofford Terriers 9-6 on Friday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Luther, Pentathlon Squad Lead Kent State Women on Day 1 at MAC Indoor T&F Championships

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – Kent State is tied for third with 23 points following the conclusion of action at the Mid-American Conference Women's Track and Field Championships on Friday at Perry Field House. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Head to Bowling Green for Last Road Trip of the Regular Season

Bowling Green, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (22-6, 12-3 MAC) travels to Bowling Green to Face the Falcons (10-18, 4-11 MAC). This will be the second meeting between the two teams this season. The Flashes defeated the Falcons 87-64…

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Gymnastics Ready to Face Off with Eastern Michigan

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team will hit the road for its final meet in the month of February. The Golden Flashes head to Ypsilanti for a Mid-American Conference matchup with Eastern Michigan on Sunday at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent…

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Golden Flashes Eye Gold at MAC Indoor Track and Field Championships

The Kent State men's and women's track and field teams will compete for the conference crown at the 2023 Mid-American Conference Indoor Track and Field Championships at the Perry Field House on Friday, Feb. 24 and Saturday, Feb. 25. Read…

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Softball Take Winning Streak to Charlotte

Kent State takes a four-game winning streak into this weekend's Queen City Classic, where a challenge schedule awaits. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Eight-Game Road Trip Opens Friday at Wofford

KENT- The Golden Flashes embark on an eight-game, 12-day road trip to close non-conference play and it starts this weekend in Spartanburg, South Carolina against the Wofford Terriers. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Takagi Named MAC Women's Golfer of the Week

KENT Oh... On Thursday it was announced that Leon Takagi had been named MAC Women's Golfer of the Week after her performance at The Show in Las Vegas. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball Dominates Second Half, Secures Top-Four MAC Tournament Seed

KENT, Ohio — Kent State shot 58.6% from the field after halftime and led by as many as 29 points during Wednesday evening's 82-56 win over Ohio at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall Short on the Road to the Cardinals

Muncie, Ind. - The Kent State men's basketball (22-6, 12-3 MAC) team fell short to the Cardinals inside Worthen Arena 82-72. With tonight's loss, the Flashes dropped to the second spot in the Mid-American Conference. Read more at Kent…

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Flashes Just Miss Top Ten Finish at The Show

Las Vegas, Nev... The Kent State women's golf team wrapped up the final round of The Show on Tuesday and finished the event in 11th place, just one stroke off of a potential top ten finish. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Remain Home to Host Ohio on Wednesday

Kent State continues Mid-American Conference women's basketball action when Ohio visits the M.A.C. Center on Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Guns Named MAC Specialist of the Week

CLEVELAND – Kent State sophomore Alyssa Guns has been named the Mid-American Conference Specialist of the Week following her performance against Ball State, the league office announced Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Sweep MAC Player of the Week Awards

CLEVELAND – Kent State has swept the weekly Mid-American Conference lacrosse awards for the first time in program history, the league office announced on Tuesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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The Flashes Travel to Ball State to Face the Cardinals

Muncie, Ind. - The Kent State men's basketball team (22-5, 12-2 MAC) travels to Indiana to face the Ball State Cardinals (19-8, 10-4 MAC). This will be the second meeting between the two teams this season. In their first game, the Flashes…

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Kent State Closes Out Opening Day at The Show

Las Vegas, Nev... The first two rounds of The Show are officially in the books and the Kent State women's golf team will be in search of a big Tuesday surge, entering the final round just outside the top ten. Read more at Kent State University…

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Whitman Earns MAC Pitcher of the Week Honors

KENT- Golden Flashes left hander Joe Whitman was named the Mid-American Conference Pitcher of the Week for his debut in Saturday's win over Jacksonville. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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MAC Announces Changes to Flashes’ Schedule

Cleveland, Ohio – The Mid-American Conference has updated the Kent State men's basketball schedule. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Softball Completes Weekend Sweep at Retriever Round Robin

BALTIMORE – Kent State launched five home runs and received excellent pitching performances for two more wins and a 4-0 weekend at the Retriever Round Robin. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Travel to Vegas to Try Their Luck at The Show

Las Vegas, Nev... After securing a top ten finish to open their spring campaign, the Kent State women's golf team will head to the desert, looking to heat things up at UNLV's "The Show." Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Fall to Ball State in Pink Meet

KENT, Ohio – Senior Rachel DeCavitch won the all-around competition with a new career-high and sophomore Alyssa Guns won a pair of events in Kent State's annual Pink Meet on Sunday in the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Erupt for 18 Runs in Runaway Victory

JACKSONVILLE, FL- Kent State struck for a seven-run third inning, highlights an offensive onslaught that saw every starter score or drive in a run in a 18-6 victory on Sunday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Stellar Pitching Performances Lead Flashes Softball to Pair of Wins

BALTIMORE – Kent State's pitching staff allowed just five total hits in a pair of wins Saturday at the Retriever Round Robin. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Zoom Past Zips in Rivalry Rout

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team made eight of its first nine shots to open an early double-digit lead and set the tone in a dominant 87-46 Crystal Clinic Wagon Wheel Challenge win over Akron inside the M.A.C. Center on…

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Flashes Slide Past Dolphins in 16 Inning Marathon

JACKSONVILLE, FL- Kent State broke open a 6-6 tie in the 16th with a four-run frame and evened the opening series of the season with a 10-6 win over Jacksonville on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Beat the Bulldogs

Indianapolis, Ind. – The Kent State lacrosse team won 16-11 against Butler this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Flew Past the Eagles to Secure their 20th Straight Win at Home

Kent, Ohio - The Kent State men's basketball (22-5, 12-2 MAC) team takes the two-game series after defeating the Eagles 81-51 this evening. With tonight's victory, the Flashes have won 20 in a row at home, second in the NCAA behind UCLA…

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Cruikshank Brilliant, Dolphins Rally for Win

JACKSONVILLE, FL- Ben Cruikshank tossed seven masterful innings but the Jacksonville Dolphins rallied with four in the eighth to steal opening night 6-5 inside John Sessions Park. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Spears, Hall Win at Al Campbell Invitational

AKRON, Ohio – The Kent State track and field team wrapped up the final race of the indoor regular season on Friday at the Al Campbell Invitational at Akron. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball Set for Home Rivalry Contest on Saturday

The Kent State women's basketball team seeks to get one game closer to securing its spot in the upcoming Mid-American Conference Tournament as it hosts rival Akron in a Crystal Clinic Wagon Wheel Challenge contest on Saturday at 2 p.m. Read…

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Gymnastics Hosts Ball State in Pink Meet on Sunday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team will host Mid-American Conference rival Ball State at 1 p.m. in the M.A.C. Center on Sunday as part of the Golden Flashes' annual Pink Meet. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Golden Flashes Travel to Retriever Round Robin

The Kent State softball team returns to action at the Retriever Round Robin this weekend in Baltimore. Both of the Golden Flashes' opponents, Niagara and host UMBC, will be playing their first games of the season. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Return to the M.A.C. Center to Host the Eagles

Kent, Oh. - The Kent State men's basketball team (21-5, 11-2 MAC) is back home to host Eastern Michigan (6-20, 3-10 MAC) on Friday, Feb. 17. Action will be live on CBS Sports Network with tip-off at 6:00 p.m. Read more at Kent State University…

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Lacrosse overtime victory over Duquesne

Pittsburgh, PA – The Kent State lacrosse team won in overtime against Duquesne, 16-15, this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Track and Field Ready to Compete at Al Campbell Invitational

The Kent State track and field program will compete in the last of three meets at Stile Athletics Field House during the indoor season on Friday when it competes at the Al Campbell Invitational on Friday, Feb. 17. Read more at Kent State University…

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Longwell Named to Bobby Bragan College Slugger Award Watch List

KENT- Golden Flashes' first baseman/reliever Aidan Longwell has been named to the Bobby Bragan National Collegiate Slugger Award (BBNCSA) watch list, as announced by the Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Rally to Win in Buffalo

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Kent State held Buffalo to three points over the final five minutes and scored on its final four possessions for a hard-fought 72-69 victory on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Malanda Named MAC Field Athlete of the Week

CLEVELAND – Kent State sophomore Alexandre Malanda has been named Mid-American Conference Men's Field Athlete of the Week, the league office announced on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Tabbed Third in Pre-Season Poll, Open Season in Jacksonville

KENT- The Golden Flashes were picked third and received a first place and tournament champion vote in the Mid-American Conference's pre-season coaches' poll. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Clinched MAC Tournament Spot After Defeating the Broncos

Kalamazoo, Michigan - The Kent State men's basketball (21-5, 11-2 MAC) team takes the two-game series after defeating the Broncos 82-58 this evening. With tonight's victory, the Flashes clinched a spot in the MAC Tournament. Read more at…

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Breitenstine, Flashes Notch Top Ten Finishes at Hal Williams Collegiate

Mobile, AL... On Tuesday, the Kent State men's golf team closed out the inaugural event of their spring season with a seventh-place finish at this year's Hal Williams Collegiate. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball Back on the Road Wednesday at Buffalo

Kent State looks to avoid back-to-back setbacks when it battles Buffalo inside Alumni Arena on Wednesday at 6 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gilkison and Vandette off to Roaring Start at Hal Williams Collegiate

Mobile, AL... With the second round of action almost in the books, play at this year's Hal Williams Collegiate was suspended due to darkness, and is scheduled to resume, along with the third and final round, on Tuesday morning. Read more at…

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Flashes Travel to Kalamazoo to Face the Broncos

Kalamazoo, Michigan - The Kent State men's basketball team (20-5, 10-2 MAC) travels to face the Broncos (6-19, 2-10 MAC) on Tuesday, Feb. 14. Tip-off is at 7 p.m. on ESPN+. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Open Spring Season at Hal Williams Collegiate

Mobile, AL... With the winter break in the rear view mirror, the Kent State men's golf team will return to the links on Monday to kick off the Hal Williams Collegiate, and the spring portion of their season. Read more at Kent State University…

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Wilfing Drives in Three Against Villanova on Sunday

SAN MARCOS, Texas. – Sophomore Abbie Wilfing concluded a stellar opening weekend at the plate with two hits and three RBIs as Kent State fell to Villanova, 13-5, in five innings in the final game at the Texas State Tournament. Read more at…

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Flashes Send Seniors Out with Dominant Win Over Bloomsburg

KENT- The Golden Flashes honored their senior class and sent them out with an emphatic 32-9 dual victory over the Bloomsburg Huskies. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Shields, Men’s 4x400 Relay Team Highlight Saturday Track and Field Performances

Kent State track and field student-athletes posted a pair of top-five entries on all-time indoor performance list and seven individual event victories on Saturday in competition at the SPIRE Indoor Games and Music City Challenge. Read more at Kent…

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Softball Action Continues Saturday at Texas State Tournament

SAN MARCOS, Texas – Kent State dropped a pair of games during action at the Texas State Tournament on Saturday. The Golden Flashes lost to host Texas State, 5-1, in the morning and then suffered a 7-0 setback to Wichita State. Read more at…

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Shots Won’t Fall Late in Loss to First-Place BG

KENT, Ohio — Kent State shot just 3-for-11 in the fourth quarter and fell to co-Mid-American Conference leader Bowling Green, 75-69, in the annual Play4Kay game on Saturday at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Franz Wins Twice as Gymnastics Takes Down Falcons

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – Senior Karlie Franz won on vault and tied for the floor title as the Kent State gymnastics team beat Bowling Green on Saturday evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Earn 20th Win Against Bulls

Buffalo, N.Y. - The Kent State men's basketball (20-5, 10-2 MAC) team earns their 20th win against the Bulls in tonight's game 72-65. The Flashes' 20th win is the eighth time Head Coach Senderoff has had 20+ victories in a season. …

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Golden Flashes Drop Pair on Opening Day

SAN MARCOS, Texas – Kent State lost twice on opening day at the Texas State Tournament on Friday. The Golden Flashes fell 3-0 to Villanova in their first contest of the day and were then defeated by host Texas State, 5-0, in five innings. …

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Kent State Hosts First-Place BG Saturday for Play4Kay Game

The Kent State women's basketball team will host its annual Play4Kay game Saturday against Bowling Green. Tip inside of the M.A.C. Center is scheduled for 2 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to Bearcats

CINCINNATI, Ohio - Kent State falls to Cincinnati in the season opener this afternoon, 14-7. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Gymnastics Heads to Bowling Green for Dual Meet with Falcons

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team will look to pick up its second dual meet win against Bowling Green on Saturday, Feb. 11. The meet is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. at Bowling Green's Stroh Center. Read more at Kent State…

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Ferri and Castro Earn Memorable Wins, Vikings Rally for Victory

CLEVELAND- Jake Ferri earned his 100th career victory and Pablo Castro earned his first varsity win but the host Cleveland State Vikings rallied for a 18-16 dual victory on Thursday night. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Travel To WNY to Take on the Bulls

Buffalo, N.Y. - The Kent State men's basketball team (19-5, 9-2 MAC) travels to face the Buffalo Bulls (12-12, 6-5 MAC) on Friday, Feb. 10. Tip-off is at 6 p.m. on ESPN2 with Connor Onion on play-by-play and Noah Savage as the analyst. Read…

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Softball Heads to Texas State for Opening Weekend

Kent State starts the 2023 softball campaign this weekend at the Texas State Tournament in San Marcos. The Golden Flashes are scheduled for a pair of games on both Friday and Saturday, followed by a single game Sunday morning. Read more at Kent…

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Track and Field Continues Indoor Competition

For the third weekend in a row, Kent State's track and field team will compete at two different meets. The majority of the program will travel to the SPIRE Indoor Games while others will compete at the Music City Challenge over the course of…

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Lacrosse Opens Season in Cincinnati

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State lacrosse team will kick off the 2023 season at Cincinnati on Friday at 3 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Wrap Regular Season with Two Dual Week

KENT- The Golden Flashes wrap up the regular season with a pair of local duals this week, traveling to Cleveland State on Thursday night and hosting Bloomsburg on Sunday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Shumate Posts Double-Double in Victory over Chippewas

KENT, Ohio — Senior Katie Shumate totaled 20 points and season-high 12 rebounds as Kent State earned a 68-63 win over visiting Central Michigan on Wednesday night at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kneffler Soars to MAC Field Athlete of the Week Honors

CLEVELAND – Kent State junior Kristian Kneffler has been named Mid-American Conference Men's Field Athlete of the Week, the league office announced on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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The Flashes Soar Past the Falcons

Kent, Ohio - The Kent State men's basketball (19-4, 9-1 MAC) team remains undefeated at home with a win against Bowling Green 87-64. The Flashes own the second-longest home winning streak in the Country at 19 games. Read more at Kent State…

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Flashes Gain Ground to Finish UCF Challenge in Top Ten

Orlando, FLA... Thanks to a terrific Tuesday on the links, the Kent State women's golf team was able to pick up three places in the final round to close out this year's UCF Challenge in tenth place. Read more at Kent State University…

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Women’s Basketball Back at M.A.C. Center Wednesday to Host CMU

Kent State will host Central Michigan at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 8, as Mid-American Conference action continues with a two-game home week at the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Lacrosse selected to finish third in MAC Preseason Poll

CLEVELAND– The Kent State lacrosse team was picked to finish in third place by the Mid-American Conference coaches this afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flash Talk Picked up by Bally's Sports

KENT- Kent State Athletics and Bally Sports Great Lakes have partnered up to broadcast FlashTalk, the Kent State Coach's Show, beginning this Friday, February 10th. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Coach Burns Finalizes Coaching Staff

KENT- Golden Flashes' head football coach Kenni Burns has finalized his coaching staff, adding seven new members to the Kent GRIT family. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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The Flashes Look to Bounce Back Hosting the Falcons

Kent, OH - The Kent State men's basketball team (18-5, 8-2 MAC) hosts Bowling Green (10-13, 4-6 MAC) on Tuesday, Feb. 6 at 7 PM. The game will be available on ESPN+ and can be heard on 850 ESPN Cleveland. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes in Search of Late Surge at UCF Challenge

Orlando, FLA... With two rounds of this year's UCF Challenge in the books, the Kent State women's golf team will be in search of a big Tuesday finale, after sliding to 13th on Monday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Ink 17 in February Signing Period

KENT, OH- The Kent State Golden Flashes, under the direction of head coach Kenni Burns, have signed 17 student-athletes during the February signing period for the upcoming 2023 season. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Finish Opening Round of UCF Challenge in Top Ten

Orlando, FLA... After the opening round of this year's UCF Challenge, the Kent State women's golf team sits in ninth place, just four strokes out of the top five. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Comeback Bid Falls Short at Central Michigan

MOUNT PLEASANT, MI- The Golden Flashes were led by Jacob Cover's second win of the weekend but a comeback at Central Michigan would fall short in a 22-15 setback. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Finish Second at NIU Tri-Meet

KENT, Ohio – Senior Rachel DeCavitch won her second all-around crown in as many meets as the Kent State gymnastics team placed second at the NIU Tri-Meet on Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Ba Runs Sub-4:00 Mile Saturday at Meyo Invitational

Baidy Ba broke the men's indoor mile record that had stood for 56 years, headlining three entries on Kent State's all-time indoor performance list during competition at the Meyo Invitational and Akron Invitational on Saturday. Read more…

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Kent State Battles in Setback at First-Place Ball State

MUNCIE, Ind. — The Kent State women's basketball team refused to relent despite falling behind by 12 in the opening period and made it a one-possession game with less than nine minutes remaining before falling to Mid-American Conference…

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Flashes Open Spring Season at UCF Challenge

Orlando, FLA... With the winter break officially in the books, the Kent State women's golf team, ranked 20th in the nation by GolfStat, will return to Florida to hit the links for this year's UCF Challenge Read more at Kent State…

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Farley Runs PR in 5K Friday at Meyo Invite

Joe Farley ran the third fastest 5,000-meter time in Kent State history to headline six Golden Flashes who competed on Friday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Bobcats Edge Flashes in Annual Grudge Match

ATHENS, OH- Kent State got victories from Jake Ferri, Jacob Houpt and Jacob Cover but the Bobcats won the annual grudge match, 28-9 inside the Convocation Center in Athens. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Visit Cardinals for Saturday Morning Tip

The Kent State women's basketball team will attempt to hand Mid-American Conference co-leader Ball State its first home loss of the season when the teams meet on Saturday at 11 a.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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The Flashes Look to Bring the Wagon Wheel Back Home

AKRON, Ohio - The Kent State men's basketball team (18-4, 8-1 MAC) heads to the school down the road to face the Akron Zips (15-6, 7-1 MAC). The Crystal Clinic Wagon Wheel Challenge contest is one of the best rivals in Northeast Ohio and is…

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Gymnastics Travels to DeKalb for NIU Tri-Meet

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team will travel to DeKalb for the first of two straight road meets on Saturday, February 4, as they compete in a tri-meet against Northern Illinois and Simpson. The meet is slated to begin at 2 p.m. …

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Kent State Heads to Pair of Track and Field Meets this Weekend

Kent State's track and field program will send student-athletes to two different meets for the second weekend in a row. The majority of team members will compete at the Akron Invitational while others will travel to the Meyo Invitational. Read…

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Flashes Hit the Road for a Pair of MAC Duals

KENT- The Golden Flashes hit the road this weekend for a pair of conference duals, taking on Ohio in the annual Grudge Match on Friday night, then trekking to Mount Pleasant to face Central Michigan on Sunday. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Lock Down Rival Zips, Win Third in a Row

AKRON, Ohio — Kent State held rival Akron to 30 points through the first three quarters and held on for a 57-55 Crystal Clinic Wagon Wheel Challenge victory on the road Wednesday evening. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Jones Earns MAC Track Athlete of the Week Honors

CLEVELAND – Kent State senior Jaheim Jones has been named Mid-American Conference Men's Track Athlete of the Week, the league office announced on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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2023 Football Season Tickets Now on Sale!

KENT- A new era begins this season for Kent State football and with that a new benefits package for Kent State football season ticket holders. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Late Spark Keeps the Flashes Undefeated at Home

Kent, Ohio - The Kent State men's basketball (18-4, 8-1 MAC) team remained undefeated at home with a win against Central Michigan 81-69. The Flashes own the second-longest home winning in the Country at 18 games. Read more at Kent State…

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Road Rivalry Game Begins February Slate for Women’s Hoops

Kent State will seek its third consecutive victory when it visits rival Akron on Wednesday, Feb. 1. The Crystal Clinic Wagon Wheel Challenge contest is scheduled for 7 p.m. and the first 50 Kent State students who present their student ID will…

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MAC Announces Changes to Flashes’ Schedule

Cleveland, Ohio – The Mid-American Conference has updated the Kent State men's basketball schedule. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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The Flashes Celebrate International Night Hosting Central Michigan

Kent, Oh. - The Kent State men's basketball team (17-4, 7-1 MAC) starts the week at home hosting International Night on Tuesday, Jan. 31. The Flashes will play the Central Michigan University Chippewas (8-13, 3-5 MAC). Tip-off is at 7:00 p.m.…

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Flashes Win in Home Opener, Top Western Michigan

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team won its home opener in the Beauty and the Beast event on Sunday afternoon in the M.A.C. Center. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Knapp Closes Undefeated Weekend, Clarion Takes Dual

KENT- Keegan Knapp won for the second time this weekend and Kody Komara added a shutout, highlighting the Flashes' "Beauty and the Beast" dual with Clarion. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Jones Sprints to Second Victory of Weekend with PR in 200m

Jaheim Jones sprinted to his second victory of the weekend as Kent State concluded competition at the Penn State National Open and Illini Challenge on Saturday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Kent State Defense Tames Broncos in Saturday Victory

KENT, Ohio — The Kent State women's basketball team earned its largest margin of victory against a Mid-American Conference opponent since March 1, 2017, on Saturday afternoon, taking down Western Michigan by a score of 64-38. Read more…

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Flashes Remain Perfect at Home

Kent, Ohio - The Kent State men's basketball(17-4, 7-1 MAC) team remained undefeated at home with a win against the University of Buffalo 74-64. The Flashes own the second-longest home winning in the Country at 17 games. Read more at Kent…

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Eight Program Top-10 Entries Highlight Friday Track and Field Action

Seven members of the Kent State track and field program combined for eight program indoor top-10 all-time marks as split squads were in action on Friday at the University of Illinois and Penn State University. Read more at Kent State University…

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Cougars Outlast Flashes 25-12 Inside Field House

KENT- The Golden Flashes got a dominant performance from Jake Ferri, but SIU-E took down Friday night's dual 25-12 inside the Kent State Field House. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Host First Home Meet on Sunday

KENT, Ohio – The Kent State gymnastics team is set for their first home meet of the 2023 season this Sunday. The Golden Flashes will host Mid-American Conference foe Western Michigan as part of Kent State's Beauty and the Beast event,…

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Flashes Host WMU Saturday for Legacy Game

The Kent State women's basketball program will welcome former Golden Flashes back to the M.A.C. Center on Saturday as it hosts Western Michigan at 2 p.m. for the Legacy Game. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Look to Bounce Back from their First MAC Loss

Kent, Oh.- The Kent State men's basketball team (16-4) host the University of Buffalo (10-10) on Friday, Jan. 27. Tip-off time is scheduled for 9:00 p.m. and live on ESPNU. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Track and Field Back in Action at Pair of Meets Hosted by Big Ten Programs

The Kent State men's and women's track and field teams will have student-athletes in action at two different meets hosted by Big Ten schools this weekend, sending a majority of team members to the Penn State National Open while others will…

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Flashes Rout Huskies for Road Victory

DEKALB, Ill. — Kent State made its first six shots from three-point range en route to an 82-61 win at Northern Illinois on Wednesday night, its largest margin of victory on the road against a Mid-American Conference opponent since March 1,…

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Sincere Carry Named 2022 Male Collegiate Athlete of the Year

Cleveland, Ohio - Redshirt Senior Sincere Carry, was named the 2022 Male Collegiate Athlete of the Year at the 23rd Greater Cleveland Sports Awards Wednesday evening in the Rocket Morgage FieldHouse. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Fall to NIU on the Road

DeKalb, Illinois - The Kent State men's basketball team fell short to Northern Illinois, 86-76, Tuesday night inside the NIU Convocation Center breaking their ten-game win streak. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Women’s Basketball Visits NIU Wednesday Night

Kent State continues its rigorous Mid-American Conference women's basketball schedule with a road contest against Northern Illinois at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Beauty and the Beast Makes Its Return to the M.A.C. Center on Sunday

KENT, Ohio – Kent State's Beauty and the Beast event, where gymnastics and wrestling compete simultaneously within the M.A.C. Center, makes its return for the first time in four years on Sunday at 1 p.m. Read more at Kent State…

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MAC Announces Changes to Flashes' Schedule

Cleveland, Ohio – The Mid-American Conference has announced a schedule update to the Kent State men's basketball schedule. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Flashes Head to NIU In Hopes of Keeping their Winning Streak Alive

DeKalb, IL.- The Kent State men's basketball team (16-3) travels to face the Northern Illinois University Huskies (7-12) on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Schaffer and Ferri Shine in Setback at Buffalo

BUFFALO, NY- Blake Schaffer earned his first collegiate pin and Jake Ferri won by major decision, highlighting a 22-13 setback at Buffalo in Sunday's conference dual. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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Defense Shines in Setback at Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio — Kent State forced host Bowling Green into a season-high 20 turnovers and its worst shooting performance at the Stroh Center of the season during a 66-57 setback Saturday afternoon. Read more at Kent State University…

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Flashes Resume MAC Duals on Sunday at Buffalo

KENT- The Golden Flashes head back into MAC competition this weekend with a trek up I-90 to Buffalo on Sunday to square off with the Bulls. Read more at Kent State University Athletics…

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