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Antonio Williams as a child.

The inside story of Antonio Williams’ journey to fatherhood, Kent State

Ian Kreider March 13, 2019

Antonio “Booman” Williams walked through the narrow Kent State press room door for the third time in his young Kent State career. Only this time, accompanied by a plus one.He cradled his 3-year old...

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OPINION: LeBron is the G.O.A.T

Sean Blevins March 9, 2019

I believe LeBron James is the greatest athlete to ever live and has done the impossible — he surpassed Michael Jordan with his accomplishments on and off the court.I think LeBron is starting to transcend...

Kent senior guard Jaylin Walker makes his way towards the basketball during the first half against Eastern Michigan on Saturday. 

Flashes sputter in final minutes vs Bowling Green

Ian Kreider March 1, 2019

Kent State coach Rob Senderoff motioned for a timeout with the Flashes trailing Bowling Green 73-70 with under a minute left. Seconds prior, senior guard Jaylin Walker secured a long offensive rebound...

Junior Megan Carter dribbles during the second half of Kent State's matchup against Ohio University on Feb. 23 2019. Kent State lost, 69-67.

Thall’s career-high not enough against Ohio

Gina Butkovich February 24, 2019

In the end, it was another comeback attempt that fell short.Megan Carter’s potential game-tying shot was blocked with two seconds left as Kent State fell to Ohio University 69-67 on Saturday. It was...

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OPINION: BLEVOTOLOGY

Sean Blevins February 17, 2019

The last three college basketball seasons have been wildly entertaining, and this year is no different, as there is not a clear-cut favorite to be cutting the nets down in March. There’s a myriad of...

Philip Whittington makes a play around Akron defense during the Friday night matchup between Kent State University and the University of Akron. The Flashes lost 72-53.

Walker, Flashes smothered by Akron’s defense

Ian Kreider February 9, 2019

Senior guard Jaylin Walker screamed for a pass from junior Mitch Peterson that never came as the horn sounded to end the first half.Once the ball got to Walker's hands, he slammed the ball on the court...

Freshman guard Mariah Modkins brings the ball up during the second half of Kent State's matchup against NIU on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2018. Kent State won, 87-76. 

Young Flashes use bye week to prepare for key matchup against Akron

Gina Butkovich January 31, 2019

Kent State freshman guards Asiah Dingle and Mariah Modkins are currently experiencing the longest losing streak of their collegiate careers.The Flashes are on a four-game skid, with their most recent loss...

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OPINION: Kent State’s basketball program should be appreciated

Tanner Castora January 29, 2019

Last week I was scanning the web in preparation for Kent State’s game against Toledo. I’m the color analyst on the ESPN3 broadcasts for the Kent State men’s basketball home games, and it’s my job...

Balanced Redhawk scoring attack downs Flashes, 79-63

Gina Butkovich January 26, 2019

The Kent State women's basketball team went into its Saturday afternoon matchup against Miami (OH) eager to leave its three-game losing streak behind.“We actually had a talk in the locker room just about...

Devin Moore

Basketball tournament to be held in Devin Moore’s honor

Erica Carter April 14, 2018

The Psi Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity will be holding a basketball classic in Devin Moore’s honor.Moore died on December 6 while playing basketball at the Student Recreation and Wellness...

Drew Taylor

March Madness: It’s crazy to not pay the athletes

Drew Taylor March 18, 2018

As a lover of college basketball, this month is probably my favorite month of the year. March Madness is here, and it’s as crazy as ever.From Loyola-Chicago’s buzzer-beater against Miami to Buffalo’s...

Senior forward Jordan Korinek drives to the hoop for two of her career-high 36 points against Bowling Green on Jan. 31, 2018. Kent State won the game, 81-57. [FILE]

Empty seats plague KSU women’s athletics

Faith Riggs February 28, 2018

Everytime the Kent State women’s basketball team steps onto the court, they do so ready to play their hearts out.But once the horn sounds and tip-off happens, the student section isn’t full, and the...