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Kent State University senior guard Jenna Batsch dribbling the ball going through a block by Ball State senior Lachelle Austin in their match against Ball State University, Jan. 15, 2025.

Batsch goes nuclear as women’s basketball crushes Eastern Michigan

John Engoglia, Reporter January 31, 2025

Senior guard Jenna Batsch was unstoppable for the Kent State women’s basketball team in a 79-59 win over Eastern Michigan Wednesday.  Batsch led the Flashes with 33 points on 13-21 (62%) shooting...

Kent State University senior guard Jenna Batsch dribbling the ball going through a block by Ball State senior Lachelle Austin in their match against Ball State University, Jan. 15, 2025.

Three in a row: Women’s basketball on three game win streak after win over Miami

John Engoglia, Reporter January 27, 2025

Another strong offensive outing led the Kent State women’s basketball team to a 77-63 win over Miami (OH) Saturday.  For the Flashes, it's their third straight win of 14 or more points. The team...

Kent State University sophomore center Riley Rismiller going for the layup against Ball State University in their match on Jan. 15, 2025.

Strong first half leads women’s basketball to win over Central Michigan

John Engoglia, Reporter January 23, 2025

An efficient and balanced scoring effort guided the Kent State women’s basketball team to a 77-56 road win against Central Michigan Wednesday.  Similar to last week’s game plan against Western...

Kent State University junior guard Dionna Gray dribbling the ball in their game against Ball State University on Jan. 15, 2025.

Offensive explosion leads women’s basketball to 30-point win over Western Michigan

John Engoglia, Reporter January 19, 2025

A dynamic and efficient offensive outing led the Kent State women’s basketball team to an 80-50 win over Western Michigan Saturday in the M.A.C. Center.  The Flashes bounced back in grand fashion...

Kent State University senior guard Jenna Batsch dribbling the ball going through a block by Ball State senior Lachelle Austin in their match against Ball State University, Jan. 15, 2025.

Comeback falls short for women’s basketball in loss to Ball State

John Engoglia, Reporter January 16, 2025

Turnovers and self-inflicted wounds doomed the Kent State women's basketball team in a 66-57 home loss to Ball State Wednesday.  The Cardinals are the top-seeded team in the Mid-American Conference,...

Kent State Men's basketball team heads towards the free throw line after being fouled during the second half in the game against Niagara University on Nov. 21, 2024.

How did Kent State sports do over winter break?

John Hilber, Sports Editor January 13, 2025

Kent State classes were off for winter break, but the athletics were in full swing. Four teams competed over the break, which took place from Dec. 7  – Jan. 12. Men’s basketball, women’s basketball,...

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...

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...

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...