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Flashes take pair of matches in Charleston

Jimmy Miller August 30, 2014

Box Score — DavidsonBox Score — College of CharlestonClose sets seem to be nothing unfamiliar to Kent State volleyball so far this season, as the Flashes won both matches on their trip to Charleston.“It...

First-half deficit trumps second-half comeback

Alex Klukaszewski August 30, 2014

Box ScoreThe Kent State field hockey team started its season Saturday at Murphy-Mellis Field against the James Madison Dukes, losing their home opener, 4-3.On a beautiful, sunny day for field hockey, momentum...

Volleyball drops first match in Charleston

Jimmy Miller August 30, 2014

Box ScoreDespite having a tough evening, a bright spot in the Flashes lineup against Mercer University Friday were four starting freshmen, especially setter Brittney Jacscht and outside hitter Kelsey Bittinger.“How...

Sophomore midfielder Alayna Harris makes a pass at the field hockey game against Ohio State on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2013. The Flashes lost 3-4.

Flashes look to avenge MAC tournament demise

Alex Klukaszewski August 28, 2014

The Kent State field hockey team will begin its regular season Sat., Aug. 30 at Murphy-Mellis Field against James Madison University.After traveling to Michigan State last Saturday for two, 50-minute exhibition...

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Matthias Tayala drops the hammer

Richie Mulhall August 27, 2014

It’s hard to believe there was once a time when 2014 NCAA Division I National Champion Matthias Tayala didn’t throw the hammer.The fourth-year hammer-thrower was crowned champ at the National Outdoor...

Volleyball seeks to establish healthy competition

Jimmy Miller August 27, 2014

As head coach Don Gromala watched members of his team lead rafts down the whitewater rapids of Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania, he hoped that similar leadership would help deliver the women’s volleyball team...

Kent State football kicks off this Saturday

Taylor Rosen August 27, 2014

Fab Five to watch for this season  Jordan Italiano (S) One of the best safeties in the MAC last season, totaling 78 tackles. Colin Reardon (QB) The sophomore now has one season’s worth of experience...

Kent State freshman Mackenzie Lesnick heads the ball against Western Illinois opponent Devan Jones at the season opening game on Friday, August 22, 2014. The Flashes beat the Leathernecks 3-0.

Battle of the Flash(es)

Ben Orner August 26, 2014

This week, Kent State soccer will head to “Sin City” to compete in the UNLV Nike Invitational, a four-team invitational tournament that will feature the University of Colorado, Saint Francis University,...

ESPN and the MAC agree to 13-year rights extension

Ray Strickland August 25, 2014

The Mid-American Conference and ESPN reached a 13-year rights extension deal through the 2026-27 season, the longest in the conference’s 68-year history.The announcement was made Aug. 19 during a joint...

MAC announces 2014 MAC Football Preseason Coaches Poll

Taylor Rosen, Riche Mulhall August 25, 2014

The Mid-American Conference released its annual football preseason coaches poll Monday and selected the Bowling Green Falcons and the Toledo Rockets to win the East and West Divisions, respectively.The...

Jason Bitsko

‘He was totally unselfish’

Richie Mulhall August 24, 2014

His selfless nature and positive attitude toward others is what made Jason Bitsko an unforgettable personality and beloved teammate.“Jason had a passion for people,” his mother, Pam Bitsko, said. “He...

Kent State freshman Kristen Brots watches her shot against Western Illinois at the season opening game on Friday, August 22, 2014. The Flashes beat the Leathernecks 3-0.

Flashes split weekend games

Raymond Strickland August 24, 2014

Friday's Box ScoreSunday's Box ScoreSt. Bonaventure proved to be too much for the Kent State soccer team to handle Sunday afternoon as they fell in a 1-0 shutout to the Bonnies.The Flashes came out slow...

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