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Kent State’s John Henry Bronczek (14) and Keith Sherald Jr. (15) tackle an Ohio ball-carrier on during their matchup against the Bobcats on Oct. 6, 2018. Kent lost the game, 27-26.

Late miscues by Rankin, Barrett overshadow career days in Homecoming game

Ian Kreider October 6, 2018

Kent State (1-5, 0-2 Mid-American Conference) had a balanced offensive attack, but nine second-half penalties and Ohio (3-2, 1-0 MAC) quarterback Nathan Rourke were the difference in the final outcome...

Coach Greg Robertson poses for a portrait with the MAC championship trophy and his team at Silver Lake Country Club on Sunday, April 23, 2017, after Kent State won its 19th consecutive championship. [FILE]

Kent State women’s golf team in one word: Consistent

Maddie Dolan October 4, 2018

So far this season, the Kent State women’s golf team has been nothing short of consistent. The Flashes have won two championships without having a "superstar." Two players have placed in the top 10...

Kent State defender Yasmine Hall evades Morehead State defender Abby Timm during the second half of the Flashes matchup against Eagles. Hall recorded two goals in the Flashes three two victory on Sept. 7, 2018.

Flashes offensive explosion leads the way in team’s third straight win

Gina Butkovich October 4, 2018

Flashes offensive explosion leads the way in team’s third straight winKent State Women’s Soccer (7-5-1, 3-2 Mid-American Conference) won its third match in a row on to keep their MAC championship winning...

Kent State cheerleaders pose in a pyramid at a football game with the crowd in the bleachers behind them.

Despite prestigious alumni, wins historically tough to come by for KSU football team

Ian Kreider October 3, 2018

45.45 of the Kent State football team’s 57 seasons have ended with more losses than wins.The team has finished with double-digit wins one time in 2012.They have finished winless four times.Taking all...

Kent State quarterback Woody Barrett attempts a pass in the second half of the Flashes matchup against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois on Sept. 1, 2018. The Flashes lost 31-24.

Flashes look to improve in all facets heading into battle with Ohio’s explosive offense

Ian Kreider October 1, 2018

Dual-threat quarterback.Two words that strike fear into the hearts of college football defenses across the country.Kent State is no different.The Flashes (1-4, 0-1 Mid-American Conference) are 1-3 against...

Maddie Dunlap runs during a cross country meet on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017.

Kent State cross country finishes behind leaders at All-Ohio

Maddie Dolin October 1, 2018

Junior Clark Bookman and sophomore Maddie Dunlap both finished in the top 20, but Kent State’s cross country teams were well behind their leaders at the All-Ohio Intercollegiate Championships in Norton...

Kent State freshman forward Lucas Ethington carries the puck forward against John Carroll on Jan. 19, 2018. The Flashes won the game, 9-2. 

Kent State hockey sweeps Robert Morris over the weekend

Morgan Dunlop October 1, 2018

 The Kent State club hockey team (2-0) capped off their opening weekend with a game-winning overtime goal to defeat Robert Morris (0-2) in Moon Township on Saturday night.30 seconds into overtime junior...

Kent players Cameron Shedenhelm celebrates with teammate Maddie Holmes after Shedenhelm scored the flashes only goal. Kent beat Ball State 1-0.

Flashes secure first conference win of the season

Gina Butkovich September 30, 2018

The Kent State soccer team (6-5-1, 2-2 Mid-American Conference) had a successful weekend, taking home two wins in conference matchups.Kent State 1, Ball State 0The Flashes started the weekend off against...

Kent State senior Lexi Mantas sets the ball during a game against Buffalo. Kent State lost 2-3. 

Volleyball splits weekend series

Sean Blevins September 30, 2018

The Kent State volleyball team (8-10, 1-3 Mid-American Conference) returned back home this weekend and split its two weekend matches, as they downed Akron but fell to Buffalo in two close matches.Kent...

Kent State forward Pippa Best (center-left) battles Billiken's Jess Dunlap for possession. 

Flashes snap four-game losing streak with season-high offensive output

Amanda Levine September 30, 2018

Offense is something the Kent State field hockey (3-9, 1-1 Mid-American Conference) has struggled with all season.It appeared that the Flashes were on their way to their third win of the season, but Longwood's Olivia...

Kent State wide receiver Antwan Dixon high-steps as he runs into the end zone during the first half of the Flashes' matchup against Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Sept. 1, 2018. The Flashes lost 31-24. 

Unforced turnovers, penalties plague the Flashes in conference opener

Ian Kreider September 29, 2018

Sophomore quarterback Woody Barrett took off for what appeared to be an easy first down during the first play of the fourth quarter in Kent State’s conference-opening matchup against Ball State — but...

Kent State sophomore safety Elvis Hines exchanges words with Howard’s Mason Jordan after a tackle during the first quarter of their matchup Friday, Sept. 8, 2018. Kent State won, 54-14.

Lewis optimistic headed into conference play

Ian Kreider September 26, 2018

Resiliency is a word that had been brought up by Kent State football coach Sean Lewis after every Kent State loss this season. He believes his team has shown it in every game thus far.“We continued...

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