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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...

Kent State cheerleaders pose in a pyramid at a football game with the crowd in the bleachers behind them.

Despite prestigious alumni, wins historically tough to come by for KSU football team

Ian Kreider October 3, 2018

45.45 of the Kent State football team’s 57 seasons have ended with more losses than wins.The team has finished with double-digit wins one time in 2012.They have finished winless four times.Taking all...

Kent State wide receiver Antwan Dixon high-steps as he runs into the end zone during the first half of the Flashes' matchup against Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Sept. 1, 2018. The Flashes lost 31-24. 

Unforced turnovers, penalties plague the Flashes in conference opener

Ian Kreider September 29, 2018

Sophomore quarterback Woody Barrett took off for what appeared to be an easy first down during the first play of the fourth quarter in Kent State’s conference-opening matchup against Ball State — but...

Luke Wollet as a member of the New Orleans Saints

Former Kent State football player overcomes drug addiction

Lexi Marco September 19, 2018

Former Kent State football player Luke Wollet went from NFL hopeful to addict within a short period of time.Wollet, a 26-year-old Youngstown native, knows exactly what it’s like to have dreams right...

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...

Men’s basketball inconsistency, big games from women’s basketball’s Korinek highlight December, January

Cameron Hoover January 14, 2018

National SportsTagovailoa leads Alabama to national championshipAfter a first half that saw Alabama starting quarterback Jalen Hurts complete three of his eight passes for just 21 yards and Georgia building...

Sean Lewis, 31, speaks at the podium after being introduced as Kent State's 22nd head football coach in program history Thursday, Dec. 21, 2017. Lewis signed a five-year, $2.3 million contract with the university.

Sean Lewis’ contract worth $2.3 million over five years

Ben Orner December 24, 2017

When Kent State introduced new head football coach Sean Lewis Thursday, the ink was barely dry on his contract.The 22nd head coach in the program’s history signed a five-year, $2.3 million deal with...

Kent State linebacker James Alexander (left) and safety Erik Simpson attempt to push Bowling Green wide receiver Calvin Clater out of bounds Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017.

Reports: Kent State names former Syracuse offensive coordinator Sean Lewis new head coach

Henry Palattella December 18, 2017

After 26 days, it looks as if Kent State football has finally found their coach.Multiple outlets reported Monday the Flashes have hired Syracuse co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Sean Lewis...

The Julian Edelman "college series" bobblehead released by the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum.

Bobblehead hall of fame drops rare Edelman Flashes figurine

Henry Palattella December 5, 2017

For three years, Julian Edelman made his presence felt at Kent State, as he left the Flashes with school records in total passing (4,997) and rushing yards (2,483).On Tuesday, Edelman was recognized for...

Henry Palattella

So, I hear you need a coach

Henry Palattella November 29, 2017

Dear Kent State Athletics,I hope this letter finds you well. I’m sure you’re very busy, and for good reason. You need to find a football coach!I saw on the press release you put out about the vacancy...

Kent State freshman quarterback Dustin Crum breaks a tackle among Akron’s defenders Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2017.

Kent State unable to win back Wagon Wheel in 24-14 loss to rival Akron

Scott Lendak November 22, 2017

The Kent State football team has had a disappointing year. There's no denying that.But when it comes to rivalries, you can't throw records out the door.And when it comes to rivalries, there may not be...

Central Michigan senior wide receiver Corey Willis runs past defenders to score a touchdown on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2017.

Flashes fight hard, but falter on senior night

Scott Lendak November 14, 2017

The Flashes’ 2017 season can be summed up in a few negative words for the football team. Injuries. Losses. Heartbreak.It hasn’t gone the way the team planned. But Tuesday was Senior Night for the...

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