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Here’s who the Kent State athletics teams have signed this year

Here’s who the Kent State athletics teams have signed this year

John Hilber, John Engoglia, and Demetri Manousos December 4, 2024

National signing day hit Kent State, as well as the nation, Nov. 13. The day is dedicated to high school students committing to colleges across the nation to further their academic and athletic aspirations. Many...

Here’s an MLB postseason overview with predictions

Here’s an MLB postseason overview with predictions

John Engoglia, Reporter October 1, 2024

The month of October has arrived, and with it comes the MLB postseason. Twelve teams will compete for the opportunity to etch themselves in history as World Series champions.  This postseason brings...

Junior Left Fielder Jake Casey and Kolton Schaller high five right after both score on a Reese double during the Golden Flashes' 27-0 blowout of Youngstown State on March 12, 2024.

Baseball struggles in Steel City scramble

John Hilber, Assistant Sports Editor March 20, 2024

The Kent State baseball team was facing a 7-3 deficit going into the top of the seventh inning against Pittsburgh on Tuesday. The Flashes were looking to get back on track after a 1-2 weekend series...

Freshman Kolton Schaller is congratulated by coach Jeff Duncan as he passes third base April 30, 2023.

Baseball gets back on track with first series win of season

John Hilber, Assistant Sports Editor March 4, 2024

Kent State’s baseball team closed out its 11-game streak away from home to start the season with a series win against Jacksonville State. The team got off to a good start, as the Flashes took both...

Freshman Kolton Schaller is congratulated by coach Jeff Duncan as he passes third base April 30, 2023.

New lineup, same goals: Baseball wants it all this season

John Hilber, Assistant Sports Editor February 15, 2024

Last season, Kent State baseball suffered a heartbreaker in the Mid-American Conference championship against Ball State, but coach Jeff Duncan said the loss on a grand slam only made them stronger.  This...

Freshman Kolton Schaller is congratulated by coach Jeff Duncan as he passes third base April 30, 2023.

Baseball’s Jeff Duncan earns extension after posting program-high 24 MAC wins

John Hilber, Reporter August 30, 2023

Randale L. Richmond, Kent State’s Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, announced Wednesday baseball coach Jeff Duncan’s contract would be extended through the 2027 season. "Coach...

Pitcher Joe Whitman in the game against the University of Akron on April 15, 2023.

Three Kent State baseball players selected in Major League Baseball Draft

Matt Kiraly, TV2 Reporter July 14, 2023

Every baseball player’s dream is to play in the big leagues. For three members of the Kent State baseball team, that dream could come true.   Players Joe Whitman, Justin Miknis and Aidan Longwell...

Freshman Kolton Schaller is congratulated by coach Jeff Duncan as he passes third base April 30, 2023.

Weekend sweep lands baseball atop conference standings

Jacob Shondel, Reporter May 3, 2023

Kent State’s baseball team extended its home winning streak to 11 games after sweeping Ohio University.  The Flashes (31-12) outscored the Bobcats 26-10 over the 3-game series.  KSU is now first...

Second inning too much for Buckeyes as baseball notches 16th home win

Jacob Shondel, Reporter April 27, 2023

Kent State’s baseball team lost to Ohio State 7-6 on April 4 after the Buckeyes connected on a two-run home run in the seventh inning to take the lead.  Wednesday, at Schoonover Stadium, the Flashes...

Baseball salvages weekend series, stealing final game

Jacob Shondel, Reporter April 24, 2023

Kent State baseball falls to 12-11 on the road season, losing two of three games in its weekend series against Miami. After Friday's contest in Oxford was postponed due to rain, the Flashes played a...

‘Every run mattered today’: Baseball’s winning streak reaches eight games

Jacob Shondel, Reporter April 19, 2023

Kent State’s baseball team ranks first in batting average (.307), hits (391) and stolen bases (88) in the Mid-American Conference.  Wednesday, inside Schoonover Stadium, the Flashes defeated Tiffin...

Outfielder Josh Johnson, a then-senior, swings at the ball during a game against Akron on April 15, 2023.

Baseball sweeps its way to the top of the MAC standings

Jacob Shondel, Reporter April 17, 2023

Kent State’s baseball outscored Akron in their weekend series, 35-9, en route to a three-game sweep.  The Flashes, who now sit at the top of the Mid-American Conference at 12-3, have an overall record...