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The program that Herb Page built: How the KSU men’s golf coach created a national powerhouse

Amanda Levine October 14, 2018

In the doorway of the Ferrara & Page Golf Training and Learning Facility, there’s a plaque dedicated to Ben Curtis, the winner of the 2003 Open Championship and a former Kent State all-American. In...

Kent State coach Sean Lewis looks toward the scoreboard during Kent State's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. The Flashes lost 31-24.

RedHawks second quarter push, clock management sideline Flashes’ offense

Ian Kreider October 13, 2018

The Kent State football team (1-6, 0-3 Mid-American Conference) has used one word to rebrand itself: FlashFast.The Flashes’ fast-paced offense that has been a staple all season was halted to a standstill...

Then-junior Michaela Finn hits from the 12th hole during the Mid-American Conference Women's Golf Championship at Silver Lake Country Club on Sunday, April 23, 2017. Finn placed first and won the individual MAC title. Kent State won its 19th consecutive title. 

Kent State women’s golf continues their consistency

Maddie Dolin October 9, 2018

The Kent State women’s golf team shot three of the four best rounds in school history but finished second to Purdue at the Illini Invitational at Medinah Tuesday.Junior Karoline Stormo and senior Michaela...

Kent State's Antwan Dixon attempts a stiff-arm during the second half of the Flashes matchup against Ohio University on Oct. 6, 2018. Kent lost the game, 27-26.

Lewis, Flashes looking to build off tough loss to Ohio

Ian Kreider October 9, 2018

The words were famously uttered by Allen Iverson at a 2002 press conference.“We’re talking about practice?” the all-star guard said, his voice rising with every word. “Not a game, not a game,...

Sarah Thomas, the first female NFL referee will be speaking at Kent State Stark on Oct. 16.

First NFL female referee to kick off Featured Speakers

Allyson Nichols October 9, 2018

The NFL’s first female referee, Sarah Thomas, will kick off Kent Stark’s 28th annual Featured Speakers Series event.Sarah Thomas grew up around sports her whole life, which led to her becoming an officiant...

Kent State senior forward Jessica Apelt fights against Northwestern midfielder Lily Gandhi to keep possession of the ball  against Northwestern on Sept. 4, 2018. Kent State lost the match, 4-2.

Flashes offensive breakthrough key in extending their win streak

Amanda Levine October 8, 2018

The Kent State  field hockey team (4-9, 2-1 Mid-American Conference) continued their offensive dominance shown in last week’s game as they scored five goals against Central Michigan (1-13, 0-4 MAC)...

Sophomore Kaeleigh Stang makes the bump during the match against Purdue Fort Wayne on Friday Aug. 31, 2018. Kent State lost the match.

Volleyball swept in weekend conference matchups

Sean Blevins October 8, 2018

The Kent State volleyball team (8-12, 1-5 Mid-American Conference) road struggles continued this weekend, as it dropped matches to conference foes Bowling Green (10-8, 4-1 MAC)  and Miami (13-5, 5-1 MAC)...

Kent State forward TJ West carries the puck through the offensive zone during the Flashes' 9-2 victory over John Carroll on Friday, Jan. 19, 2018. [FILE]

Kent State hockey breaks even with University of Pittsburgh

Morgan Dunlop October 8, 2018

 The Kent State club hockey team improved to 3-1 with a win over the University of Pittsburgh Saturday in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Freshman Justin Bioni scored two goals for the Flashes. Bioni gave...

Kent State's Antwan Dixon attempts a stiff-arm during the second half of the Flashes matchup against Ohio University on Oct. 6, 2018. Kent lost the game, 27-26.

Extra Points: On a long lead, turnovers and searching for a victory

Henry Palattella October 7, 2018

1.     Kent State led for 58 minutes Saturday.2.     They took the lead 10 seconds into the game when Woody Barrett found Isaiah McKoy on a 75-yard touchdown heave. Over the next almost-hour of...

Kent State’s John Henry Bronczek (14) and Keith Sherald Jr. (15) tackle an Ohio ball-carrier on during their matchup against the Bobcats on Oct. 6, 2018. Kent lost the game, 27-26.

Late miscues by Rankin, Barrett overshadow career days in Homecoming game

Ian Kreider October 6, 2018

Kent State (1-5, 0-2 Mid-American Conference) had a balanced offensive attack, but nine second-half penalties and Ohio (3-2, 1-0 MAC) quarterback Nathan Rourke were the difference in the final outcome...

Coach Greg Robertson poses for a portrait with the MAC championship trophy and his team at Silver Lake Country Club on Sunday, April 23, 2017, after Kent State won its 19th consecutive championship. [FILE]

Kent State women’s golf team in one word: Consistent

Maddie Dolan October 4, 2018

So far this season, the Kent State women’s golf team has been nothing short of consistent. The Flashes have won two championships without having a "superstar." Two players have placed in the top 10...

Kent State defender Yasmine Hall evades Morehead State defender Abby Timm during the second half of the Flashes matchup against Eagles. Hall recorded two goals in the Flashes three two victory on Sept. 7, 2018.

Flashes offensive explosion leads the way in team’s third straight win

Gina Butkovich October 4, 2018

Flashes offensive explosion leads the way in team’s third straight winKent State Women’s Soccer (7-5-1, 3-2 Mid-American Conference) won its third match in a row on to keep their MAC championship winning...

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