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Kent State forward, Jon Buttitta, #14, defends the puck during their 3-2 victory over the University of Pittsburgh Friday, Nov. 6, 2015.

Hockey prepares for weekend roadtrip

Chris Yamnitsky November 18, 2015

The Kent State Hockey Club used this week to focus on various aspects of their game. Coach Jim Underwood says special teams and traffic were key items of focus.“We’ve had a lot of different concentrations...

Hockey hosts 4th annual Alumni Weekend

Chris Yamnitsky November 15, 2015

Players from different eras of Kent State hockey came out to celebrate 44 years of the hockey program during the fourth annual Alumni Weekend.  For coach Jim Underwood, it's all about getting all the...

Hockey drops two games to Indiana Tech

Chris Yamnitsky November 15, 2015

Kent State hockey lost its weekend double-header to Indiana Tech 3-2 and 2-1, on Friday and Saturday, respectively. The Flashes were plagued by slow starts and a weak defensive performance in both games.Game...

Kent State’s hockey team gathers for a group break down at the end of practice Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015.

Hockey looks to take momentum to Indiana Tech

Chris Yamnitsky November 11, 2015

The Kent State Hockey Club looks to take the momentum gained from last weekend’s games and use it to defeat Indiana Tech University this weekend.Sophomore defenseman Mike Sullivan says they need to stay...

Hockey comes out on top against Pitt

Chris Yamnitsky November 8, 2015

The Kent State Ice Hockey Club battled through penalty troubles to gain the sweep and their eighth win of the season over University of Pittsburgh.  “Our guys overcame a little adversity in the game...

Forward, Jared Fielden (#25), skates toward fellow forward and assistant captain, Chad Parise, after Chad’s game winning goal in the ninth round of the shoot out, ending their 4-3 victory over Duquesne Friday, Oct. 23, 2015.

Hockey prepares to take on Pittsburgh

Chris Yamnitsky November 4, 2015

The Kent State hockey club is looking to rebound from their second loss of the season and get back to their winning ways.What the team has worked on to improve this past week will correct the errors from...

Hockey wins in shootout against Canisius

Chris Yamnitsky November 1, 2015

The No. 19 Kent State Hockey Club came out on top in a close game against Canisius College, winning the game in a shootout.“We played a great first period. We couldn’t ask for a better period on the...

Hockey wins in shootout against Canisius

Chris Yamnitsky October 31, 2015

The No. 19 Kent State Hockey Club came out on top in a close game against Canisius College, winning the game in a shootout.“We played a great first period. We couldn’t ask for a better period on the...

Kent State’s hockey team gathers for a group break down at the end of practice Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015.

No. 19 hockey faces Buffalo, Canisus

Chris Yamnitsky October 28, 2015

The Kent State Hockey Club started their season off in the right direction with a 5-0-1 record and plans to continue their play by following the team philosophy.  “We can’t just rely on one line or...

Forward, Jake Haneline, celebrates after scoring a goal in Kent State’s 4-3 victory over Duquesne that ended in a shoot out Friday, Oct. 23, 2015.

Hockey wins tight game in shootout

Chris Yamnitsky October 25, 2015

The Kent State ice hockey club defeated Duquesne University Friday night after a nine-round shootout, with senior forward Chad Parise scored the game-winning goal.“It feels good. I mean it wasn’t just...

Forward Jake Haneline skates past the bench for celebratory high fives after the team scored on Western Michigan University Friday, Oct. 9, 2015.

Hockey prepares for game against Duquesne

Chris Yamnitsky October 21, 2015

According to head coach Jim Underwood, the Kent State Hockey Club used its week off to give the players some time to rest and work on their personal game.“We took an opportunity for (the) guys to rest...

Hockey loses home opener

Chris Yamnitsky October 11, 2015

The Kent State Hockey Club suffered a heartbreaking 4-3 shootout loss to the Western Michigan Broncos in their home opener.  “I feel that we were great in spurts," said head coach Jim Underwood. "I...