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Freshman guard, Kris Brewer, runs to the hop avoiding Akron's Brian Walsh during last Saturdays loss to the Zips. Photo by Philip Botta.

Men’s basketball looks to rebound against Northern Ilinois

Nick Shook January 25, 2012

Kent State entered last week with one goal on its mind: win both road games and take control of the Mid-American Conference East division.One week and two losses later, the Flashes reside in the middle...

Junior guard Randal Holt attempts a shot against the Akron defense at Rhodes Arena on Jan. 21. Kent fell to Akron 84-75. Photo by Brian Smith.

Flashes basketball falls to Akron 84-75

Nick Shook January 23, 2012

For the third straight game, it was a tale of two halves for Kent State.Akron (12-7, 4-1 Mid-American Conference) overcame a poor first-half to go on an 18-7 run en route to an 84-75 victory over Kent...

Ohio's Stevie Taylor goes up for a basket during the Bobcats' game against Kent State on Wednesday, January 18. The Bobcats defeated Kent 87-65. Photo courtesy of Brien Vincent

Flashes men’s basketball looks to bounce back against Akron

Nick Shook January 20, 2012

Kent State and Akron have a long-standing rivalry that dates back to the 1915-16 season, in which the Flashes fell 16-37. Since the teams’ first meeting, Kent State has won 69 of the 132 meetings.The...

Kent guard Michael Porrini makes his way through the Bowling Green defense during Saturdays game.

Ohio routs Flashes men’s basketball, 87-65

Nick Shook January 19, 2012

Kent State faced arguably its toughest road test of the season this Wednesday night against the Ohio University Bobcats. In front of 5,924 at the Convocation Center in Athens, The Golden Flashes shot 70...

Junior forward Patrick Jackson hangs on the net after a dunk against Shawnee State on Jan. 2. Photo by Matt Hafley.

One-on-one with Patrick Jackson

Nick Shook January 18, 2012

Born and raised in Brooklyn, N.Y., Flashes’ junior forward Patrick Jackson played two years at Rutgers University before transferring to Kent State last year. Jackson took the time to sit down with Daily...

Men’s basketball squeaks past Bowling Green

Nick Shook January 17, 2012

Watch the TV2 Video here.Normally a second-half team, Kent State men’s basketball played a strong first half and held a commanding 18-point lead at halftime. However, it was the second half that...

Michael Porrini, senior guard, dribbles the ball during the basketball game against Miami University on Jan. 11. The Flashes won 71-67. Photo by Nancy Urchak.

Kent State fans providing winning atmosphere for men’s basketball

Nick Shook January 13, 2012

The Golden Flashes’ victory over Miami on Wednesday was their first in 2011-12 Mid-American Conference play, and their 64th conference victory at home since the start of the 2003-04 season. Kent State...

Kent State fans providing winning atmospheres

Nick Shook January 13, 2012

The Golden Flashes’ victory over Miami on Wednesday was their first in 2011-12 Mid-American Conference play, and their 64th conference victory at home since the start of the 2003-04 season. Kent State...

Kent State senior forward Justin Greene keeps the ball away from Miami as he scores on Wednesday, Jan. 11. The Flashes beat the Redhawks 71-67. Photo by Kristin Bauer.

Flashes men’s basketball fights back, defeats Miami 71-67

Nick Shook January 12, 2012

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Senior center Justin Manns goes up for a dunk against Shawnee State on Jan. 2. The Flashes beat the Bears 90-65. Photo by Matt Hafley.

Flashes prepare for best post player in MAC

Nick Shook January 11, 2012

Kent State returns home on Wednesday following a disappointing 66-65 loss at Buffalo on Saturday. The Flashes will look to earn their first win of Mid-American Conference play versus Miami (OH) on Wednesday...

Freshman guard Kris Brewer drives to the hoop on Jan. 2 against Shawnee State. Kent won 90-65. Photo by Matt Hafley.

Kent men’s basketball falls on late comeback

Nick Shook January 9, 2012

Midway through the second half at Buffalo’s Alumni Arena, Kent State found itself in an advantageous but slightly unfamiliar situation. Leading by eight with just over 11 minutes to play following a...

Junior guard Randal Holt carries the ball towards the hoop on Saturday, Nov. 19 against Alcorn State. The Flashes beat the Braves 77-58. Photo by Matt Hafley.

Men’s basketball travels to Western Carolina before 10-day break

Nick Shook December 9, 2011

Kent State has experienced an impressive start to the 2011-2012 season, including a 2-0 start on the road. The Flashes continue their six-game, nearly month-long road trip Saturday at Western Carolina.Kent...

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