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Kent State running back Dri Archer escapes from Ball State player Jeffery Garrett during the Sept. 29 game at Dix Stadium. The Flashes won the game against the Cardinals 45-43. Photo by BRIAN SMITH.

Archer named MAC Offensive Player of the Week

Tim Dorst October 15, 2012

Kent State running back Dri Archer, who continues to have the best season of his college career, is being honored for yet another big performance.Archer has been named the Mid-American Conference Offensive...

Oct 13, 2012; West Point, NY, USA; Army Black Knights quarterback Trent Steelman (8) greets players from the Kent State Golden Flashes after Kent State won 31-17 at Michie Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-US PRESSWIRE

Flashes move to 5-1 after win over Army

Tim Dorst October 14, 2012

Junior running back Dri Archer proved again this week that he is one of the most explosive players in college football. Whether it’s running the ball, catching passes in the open field or returning kickoffs,...

Oct 13, 2012; West Point, NY, USA; Army Black Knights quarterback Trent Steelman (8) greets players from the Kent State Golden Flashes after Kent State won 31-17 at Michie Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-US PRESSWIRE

Flashes move to 5-1 after win over Army

Tim Dorst October 13, 2012

Junior running back Dri Archer proved again this week that he is one of the most explosive players in college football. Whether it’s running the ball, catching passes in the open field or returning kickoffs,...

Dri Archer, senior runningback, and Trayion Durham, sophomore runningback, celebrate after Archer scored a touchdown during the game against Ball State on Sept. 29. The Flashes won 45-43. Photo by NANCY URCHAK.

Kent State football looks to continue winning ways

Tim Dorst October 11, 2012

With the win last weekend again Eastern Michigan, the Kent State football team improved to 4-1 for the first time in 35 years. If the Flashes win again this weekend, they will accomplish something they...

Senior running back Dri Archer is congratulated by offensive lineman Phil Huff during Kent's game against Towson. Photo by Phil Botta.

Flashes football cruises past EMU for third straight victory

Tim Dorst October 6, 2012

For the first time in 35 years, the Kent State football team has won four of its first five games.The Flashes ran away with the lead in the third quarter on its way to a 41-14 win over the Eastern Michigan...

Offensive linemen Phil Huff is ready to pass the ball at Dix Stadium on Sept. 29. Kent State won the game 45-43. Photo by BRIAN SMITH.

Kent State football looks for third straight win against EMU

Tim Dorst October 4, 2012

The Kent State Flashes are off to their best start in 25 years, winning three of their first four games this season and starting 2-0 against Mid-American Conference opponents. This weekend, the team is...

Archer earns National Honors for football performance

Tim Dorst October 3, 2012

Junior running back Dri Archer is making national waves following his impressive all-around performance in Saturday’s Kent State-Ball State game.Archer was one of three college football players named...

The Kent State football team runs out to the field at Dix Stadium on Aug. 30 ready to battle against Towson. Kent State won the game 41-21. Photo by Jacob Byk.

Flashes football hosts Ball State Saturday

Tim Dorst September 28, 2012

For the first time in nearly a month, Kent State football will return to Dix Stadium for a pivotal Mid-American Conference matchup.Two division-leading teams collide as the Flashes host the Ball State...

Mitt Romney speaks during a campaign stop at American Spring Wire in Bedford Heights on Sept. 26. Photo courtesy of Bill Bryan.

Romney stops in Bedford Heights to discuss manufacturing

Grant Engle September 27, 2012

While Kent State was awaiting the arrival of President Barack Obama, the man who is challenging him for the presidency was 25 miles away chatting with business owners about the challenges they have faced...

Head Coach Scott Stricklin celebrates with members of his team, family and support staff after beating the number one ranked Florida, Monday June 18, in Omaha, Neb. Stricklin renewed his contract with Kent State for another six years. Photo by Philip Botta.

Stricklin receives contract extension

Tim Dorst September 24, 2012

Scott Stricklin, Kent State’s head baseball coach, recently signed a contract extension to remain with the team he has led for the past eight seasons.The new agreement, which is reportedly worth $300,000...

Kent State quarterback #7 David Fisher tries to avoid being sacked by Buffalo defender #46 Khalil Mack. Photo by David Dermer.

Golden Flashes win MAC opener on the road

Tim Dorst September 20, 2012

Kent State’s two-headed running attack has powered its offense for most of the season so far.Wednesday night in Buffalo, NY., “Thunder” and “Lightning” struck in full force.Junior Dri Archer...

Jimmy Rider throws the ball to first baseman Cody Koch to complete a double play against Florida during the Flashes first victory at the College World Series in Omaha, Neb. The Flashes beat the Gators 5-4 Monday, June 18. Photo by Philip Botta.

Kent State Baseball team prepares for exhibition

Tim Dorst September 20, 2012

Nearly three months after its College World Series run, the Kent State baseball team returns to the diamond Thursday afternoon for a 12-inning exhibition game against the Ontario Blue Jays.Fans will have...

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