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Kent sophomore Mya Babbitt, 23, shoots a free throw during third quarter of the game against Xavier, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024.

Babbitt and Batsch combine for 45 points in women’s basketball’s win over Niagara

John Engoglia, Reporter December 6, 2024

Big performances from sophomore guard Mya Babbitt and senior guard Jenna Batsch carried the Kent State women’s basketball team to an 89-73 win over Niagara Thursday.  Babbitt finished with a team-high...

Head coach Todd Starkey speaks with the women's basketball team after their victory of Xavier Nov. 23, 2024.

‘It was a great experience’: Women’s basketball has positive trip to Puerto Rico

John Engoglia, Reporter December 5, 2024

Many students traveled back home to enjoy Thanksgiving break, but the Kent State Women’s Basketball team spent it in San Juan for the Puerto Rico Clasico tournament.  The Flashes played two games...

Kent junior Dionna Gray, 21, runs the ball up-court during the first quarter of the game against Xavier, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024.

Women’s basketball splits double-header in Puerto Rico

John Engoglia, Reporter December 2, 2024

Utilizing a terrific start, the Kent State Women’s basketball team kicked off the Puerto Rico Clasico tournament with a 74-51 win over Brown Thursday.  The Flashes’ first quarter performance went...

Head coach Todd Starkey speaks with the women's basketball team after their victory of Xavier Nov. 23, 2024.

Babbitt leads offensive explosion for women’s basketball in win over Xavier

John Engoglia, Reporter November 24, 2024

A dominant performance from sophomore guard Mya Babbitt guided the Kent State women’s basketball team to their second straight win by 20 points, after defeating Xavier 89-69 Saturday. Babbitt...

Kent State women's basketball starting lineup gear for their first home game against James Madison University Nov. 4, 2024 in the M.A.C.C.

Gray leads offensive resurgence in women’s basketball’s big 20-point win over Duquesne

John Engoglia, Reporter November 21, 2024

A strong all-around performance from junior guard Dionna Gray pushed the Kent State women’s basketball team to an 81-61 win over Duquesne Wednesday night.   In her first performance this season...

Kent State University junior forward Tatiana Thomas dribbled the ball down the court against the opponent James Madison University on Nov. 4, 2024 in the MACC.

Women’s basketball drops second in a row, loses barn burner to Elon

John Engoglia, Reporter November 18, 2024

The Kent State women’s basketball team wrapped up its first road trip of the season and lost a back-and-forth down-to-the-wire 66-63 game at Elon Saturday night.  Both teams were unable to pull away...

Kent State senior guard Jenna Batsch dribbles the ball down the court against opponent James Madison Nov. 4, 2024 in the M.A.C.C.

Offensive struggles sink women’s basketball against North Carolina State

John Engoglia, Reporter November 15, 2024

A lack of offensive rhythm led the Kent State women’s basketball team to lose its first road game of the season 79-51 at No. 13 North Carolina State Thursday night.  The Flashes’ offense struggled...

Kent State women's basketball starting lineup gear for their first home game against James Madison University Nov. 4, 2024 in the M.A.C.C.

Babbitt headlines standout performances in women’s basketball’s big win

John Engoglia, Reporter November 9, 2024

Impressive performances from several Flashes led the Kent State women’s basketball team to a 113-54 win over Walsh Thursday. The win also marks the first of the season for the team. The Flashes dominated...

Kent State women's basketball starting lineup gear for their first home game against James Madison University Nov. 4, 2024 in the M.A.C.C.

Comeback bid comes up short for women’s basketball in season opener loss

John Engoglia, Reporter November 5, 2024

Poor shooting and rebounding led the Kent State women’s basketball team to lose the season opener against James Madison 67-56 Monday night.  The Flashes were unable to find an offensive rhythm for...

OPINION: The Kent Stater’s sports department’s takes on the men’s and women’s basketball seasons

OPINION: The Kent Stater’s sports department’s takes on the men’s and women’s basketball seasons

Sports Department November 4, 2024

This week marks the highly anticipated start to the basketball seasons at Kent State, and everything from large crowds to highly anticipated matchups to buzzer beaters and heartbreaking losses are to be...

The Kent State women's basketball team celebrates winning the MAC Women's Basketball tournament on Saturday, March 16, 2024.

Preview: Women’s basketball looks for back-to-back MAC Championships

John Engoglia, Reporter November 4, 2024

Monday evening marks the return of the Kent State women’s basketball team, as the Flashes prepare to open the season at home against James Madison.  The Flashes are coming off a strong season, where...

Head Coach Todd Starkey discusses with Graduate Mikala Morris during the Mid-American Conference Tournament on March 15, 2024.

Women’s basketball’s Starkey inks extension through 2029-30 season

Jacob Shondel, Sports Editor April 19, 2024

After leading the Kent State women’s basketball team to its first NCAA Tournament since 2002, the program announced Thursday that coach Todd Starkey has been extended through the 2029-30 season.  Starkey...