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Kent State opposite Heather Younkin (left) and middle blocker Annie Ennesser block a spike during a match against Akron Friday, Sept. 22, 2017.

Volleyball drops weekend conference matchups

Taylor Sforzo September 24, 2017

Kent State Volleyball (2-11, 0-2 Mid-American Conference) began Mid-American conference play this weekend against Akron (5-9, 1-1 MAC) and Buffalo (9-4, 2-0).Kent State started off the match on Friday...

The ball hits the net after Kent State attempted to score during a game against Akron Friday, Sept. 22, 2017.

Volleyball drops MAC opener to Akron

Henry Palattella September 22, 2017

The Kent State volleyball team's matchup against Akron Friday could have served as a new beginning for the Flashes, as it marked the start of conference play.Instead, it was a brutal reminder of how the...

Kent State defensive specialist Sam Jones passes during a game against Charleston.

Volleyball ends losing streak at Golden Grizzlies Invitational

Taylor Sforzo September 17, 2017

Kent State volleyball went 1-2 this weekend at the Golden Grizzlies Invitational in Rochester, Michigan. Kent State (2-9) was defeated in straight sets, 3-0 (21-25, 17-25, 10-25), to start off the weekend...

Outside hitter Kelsey Bittinger (right) sets up middle blocker Myla King against Butler University Friday, Sept. 8, 2017.

Volleyball falls to Oakland

Taylor Sforzo September 15, 2017

Kent State (1-8) fell to Oakland (5-5) in straight sets, 3-0 (21-25, 17-25, 10-25), during the Golden Grizzlies Invitational Friday.Freshman Natalie Tagala led the team with 21 assists. Senior Kelsey Bittinger...

Kent State opposite Amy Kober goes up for the block against Charleston on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017.

Volleyball falls short at Golden Flashes Classic

Taylor Sforzo September 10, 2017

Kent State (1-7) struggled again this weekend, as they were swept in both matches they played at the Golden Flashes Classic.“I think it just pretty much comes down to people having to take their roles...

Defensive specialist Claire Tulisiak serves in the second game against Butler University Friday, Sept. 9, 2017.

Volleyball falls to Butler in straight sets

Taylor Sforzo September 8, 2017

Kent State volleyball (1-6) was defeated in straight sets (25-20, 25-20, 25-14) in Friday’s match against Butler (6-2). Senior Kelsey Bittinger led the team with 17 kills, while freshman Natalie Tagala...

Volleyball prepares to host Golden Flashes Classic

Taylor Sforzo September 7, 2017

Kent State volleyball is coming home, hoping to bounce back after a tough tournament in Louisville, Kentucky, this past weekend.Kent State (1-5) will host the Golden Flashes Classic, which will be featured...

Seniors Katarina Kojic and Drew Norberg block a hit by RMU at the M.A.C. Center on Sept. 6, 2016.

Volleyball swept over weekend at Cardinal Classic

Henry Palattella September 3, 2017

The early season struggles of Kent State's volleyball team continued this weekend, as the Flashes (1-5) were swept in the three games they played in the Cardinal Classic at the University of Louisville."It...

Flashes volleyball loses to New Mexico, bounces back against Omaha in Cyclone Invitational

Scott Lendak August 27, 2017

The Kent State volleyball team traveled to Ames, Iowa, on Friday with hopes of starting the season with a victory against the Iowa State Cyclones.The Flashes stumbled in their first set and never recovered,...

Kent State volleyball 2017 season preview

Simon Hannig August 7, 2017

Last season, Kent State's women’s volleyball team went 8-8 in the Mid-American Conference and finished with a record of 15-15 overall. The Flashes then lost in the first round of the MAC tournament to...

Freshman Claire Tulisiak races to bump the ball against Central Michigan University on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016 at the M.A.C. Center. Kent State won, 3-0.

Flexibility key to volleyball’s academic achievements

Nick Buzzelli October 26, 2016

Don Gromala knows the importance of balancing athletics and academics.Since taking over the Kent State volleyball program in 2012, the Flashes have won the American Volleyball Coaches Association Team...

Volleyball defeats Western Michigan

Evan Hablitzel October 23, 2016

Kent State volleyball (12-11, 5-5 Mid-American-Conference) came away with a tightly contested victory over the Western Michigan Broncos (8-14, 3-6 MAC) Friday night at the M.A.C. Center.The Flashes needed...