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Junior infielder Maddy Grimm races towards third base as the ball flies foul at the Diamond at Dix Stadium on Wednesday, April 13, 2016. Kent State defeated Ohio University, 5-4, in 2 extra innings.

Softball wins MAC opening series against Eastern Michigan

Samantha Ross March 26, 2017

The Kent State softball team (10-15, 2-1 MAC) started off its Mid-American Conference schedule strong with a series win over Eastern Michigan University (12-14, 1-2 MAC).“Every conference win is important,...

Softball splits double header with Eastern Michigan

Samantha Ross March 24, 2017

The Kent State softball team (9-15, 1-1 Mid-American Conference) lost its first game to Eastern Michigan University (12-13, 1-1) Friday, but came back to defeat the Eagles in the next game.The Flashes...

Burch’s diving catch preserves Kent State’s win in conference opener

Nick Buzzelli March 24, 2017

When Kent State pitcher Zach Spangler entered Friday’s game at Ball State University with one out in the bottom of the ninth, the Flashes were ahead by three and looked to be in position to win their...

Former Kent State wide receiver Ernest Calhoun participates in the shuttle run during Kent State's NFL Pro-Day at the Kent State Field House on Friday, March 24, 2017.

Kent State football seniors put their skills on display

Jack Kopanski March 24, 2017

With just over a month until the 2017 NFL Draft, Kent State football held its annual Pro Day on Friday at the Field House.Nine seniors showcased their skills in front of scouts from numerous NFL teams,...

Josh Cribbs

Former Flash Cribbs officially retires from NFL

Henry Palattella March 22, 2017

From 2001-2004, Josh Cribbs totaled 86 touchdowns as the Flashes' dual-threat quarterback. That still didn't get Cribbs an immediate spot on an NFL team as the 2005 NFL Draft came and went, Cribbs said.All...

Gates to be inducted into Mid-American Conference Hall of Fame

Henry Palattella March 22, 2017

San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates never played a down of football in his time at Kent State, but that didn't stop him from making his mark in athletics as he spent two seasons on the Kent State...

Then a sophomore, infielder Holly Spears catches a ball tossed by former Kent State infielder Michele Duffy in a rundown with a Youngstown State player on April 25, 2017. [FILE]

Softball falls to Pitt, losing streak reaches six games

Henry Palattella March 22, 2017

The Kent State softball team's losing streak reached six games Wednesday, as they dropped their tilt to the University of Pittsburgh (15-11), 7-0.The Flashes (8-14) found themselves down right out of the...

Women’s golf a young, passionate team looking to continue MAC streak, find NCAA victory

Erik Svensson March 21, 2017

There are few teams that can boast the consistent success of the Kent State women’s golf team.The team has seen consistent success since its creation. The Flashes have won 18 consecutive MAC championships...

Golf places first in Seahawk Invitational, breaks records

Erik Svensson March 20, 2017

The Kent State men’s golf team had a record-breaking finish at its tournament Monday.The Flashes came in first at the Seahawk Intercollegiate hosted by the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.The...

Gymnastics to compete in Morgantown Regional

Henry Palattella March 20, 2017

The Kent State gymnastics team is competing in the Morgantown Regional in Morgantown, West Virginia, the NCAA announced Monday afternoon.The Flashes had a regional qualifying score of 195.720 in the regular...

Freshman catcher Pete Schuler slides into home on Wednesday April 20, 2016. Kent beat Penn State 10-9.

Baseball nets two wins against Western Carolina

Erik Svensson March 19, 2017

The Kent State baseball team scored two wins and one loss this past weekend at Western Carolina University.The Flashes lost 10-2 to Western Carolina Friday. In the first three innings, Western Carolina...

Freshman outfielder Sydney Anderson races safely to first base after the University at Buffalo player misses a passed ball in the first of their double header games on Saturday April 23, 2016. The Flashes would go on to win their first game 8-0.

Michigan throws no-hitter, sweeps softball in weekend series

Erik Svensson March 19, 2017

The Kent State's softball team's early-season struggled this past weekend, as the team went 0-3 in a series against No. 19 University of Michigan.Friday, Michigan shut out Kent State 2-0. Megan Besta threw...

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