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Kent State’s new women’s lacrosse head coach Brianne Tierney speaks at a press conference in the M.A.C. Center on Tuesday, May 2, 2017. 

Kent State lacrosse gears up for inaugural season

Amanda Levine February 5, 2019

The Kent State women’s lacrosse program is gearing up to start its inaugural season this weekend.Kent State athletic director Joel Nielsen announced the introduction of the sport back in 2016. The University...

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OPINION: LaMelo Ball isn’t as big of a baller as we thought

Tanner Castora February 5, 2019

Two weeks ago, I decided to go watch LaMelo Ball and SPIRE play live and in person against St. Edwards in Lakewood. When I decided I wanted to write about him, I wasn’t exactly sure how I would go about...

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick celebrates in the confetti after the NFL Super Bowl 53 football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2019, in Atlanta. The Patriots won 13-3. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Patriots beat Rams 13-3 in lowest scoring Super Bowl ever

BARRY WILNER February 3, 2019

ATLANTA (AP) — Defenses dominated what was supposed to be a super shootout, until Tom Brady led one classic drive to win the New England Patriots their record-tying sixth Super Bowl.Brady threw two perfect...

Kent State University President Beverly Warren and Kent State alumnus and current New England Patriots player Julian Edelman get ready to start the Kent State Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015. Edelman returned to his alma mater to take part in the Homecoming parade as Grand Marshal. 

Former Flash Edelman tallies 141 yards, Super Bowl MVP in Patriots win

DENNIS WASZAK Jr. February 3, 2019

ATLANTA (AP) — Julian Edelman was forced to watch only as a spectator as his disappointed Patriots teammates trudged off the field a year ago as Super Bowl losers.Catch after catch in this one, Tom Brady’s...

Akron Invitational brings new program record to Kent

John Conley February 3, 2019

Going into the final day at the Akron Invitational, 19 teams from surrounding universities competed to determine who would win the events held at Stile Athletic Fieldhouse Feb. 2.Six Kent State athletes...

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OPINION: Brady is most successful, but not the best

Sean Blevins February 3, 2019

The New England Patriots have dominated the NFL for two decades now, and it’s clear that their dynasty is on the back end. I am not discrediting them at all, but I do believe that a lot of their success...

Kent State freshman guard Asiah Dingle dribbles down the court during a game against Oakland University Nov. 18, 2018. Kent State won the game 75-65.

Strong second half propels Flashes to Wagon Wheel win

Gina Butkovich February 2, 2019

The Kent State women’s basketball team beat Akron Saturday in a hard-fought game that was won thanks to a strong defensive and offensive showing from the Flashes that resulted in a 73-58 win.While Akron...

Jan. 26, 2019 - Shane Mast wrestles against Brett Perry of Buffalo.

Berthold’s cradle lifts KSU wrestling over Cleveland State

Brandon Lewis February 2, 2019

In the final matchup of the night, redshirt freshman Spencer Berthold used his signature cradle maneuver with 1:37 remaining in the first period to secure a pin and victory for the Kent State Wrestling...

Antonio Williams takes a shot in the first half of the Flashes matchup against Buffalo on Jan. 25. The Flashes lost, 88-79.

Williams’ last-second putback gives Flashes fourth conference win in five games

Ian Kreider February 2, 2019

Kent State junior guard Antonio Williams picked up his dribble at the top of the key in the waning seconds of overtime.It appeared he was trapped.He pivoted and threw up a prayer from about 30-feet away...

Freshman guard Mariah Modkins brings the ball up during the second half of Kent State's matchup against NIU on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2018. Kent State won, 87-76. 

Young Flashes use bye week to prepare for key matchup against Akron

Gina Butkovich January 31, 2019

Kent State freshman guards Asiah Dingle and Mariah Modkins are currently experiencing the longest losing streak of their collegiate careers.The Flashes are on a four-game skid, with their most recent loss...

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OPINION: Why going to the Lakers was the worst mistake of LeBron James’ career

Dante Centofanti January 30, 2019

God knows the King isn’t perfect. He has made a fair share of mistakes over his 16-year career. Almost all of these mistakes are basketball related, but the truth is that James has had an iconic career...

Jan. 25, 2019 - Jaylin Walker shoots over Dontay Caruthers of Buffalo during the Friday game.

Men’s basketball game against WMU rescheduled for Feb. 14

Ian Kreider January 30, 2019

For the second time this week, the Midwest’s inclement weather has impacted the Kent State men's basketball team.The Flashes Thursday night matchup, against Western Michigan has been moved to Feb. 14...

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