Tuesday marked the beginning of Donor/Dollar Challenge Week at Kent State. It is the second challenge of the Giving Tuesday season, highlighting the opportunity for Kent State Athletics featured funds to raise the most donors or dollars from Nov. 15-22. The fund with the most donors will receive $2,500 and the fund with the most dollars will receive $2,500 as well - and they could score $5,000 if they achieve both!
Please consider supporting the team of your choice or the athletic academic enhancement fund this week with a gift of $25 or more. Help us continue the momentum and create a first-class student-athlete experience.
Board of Trustees Approves New Indoor Track Surface at Kent State Field House
The Kent State Athletic Department, in conjunction with the Kent State Board of Trustees, has approved a replacement of the indoor track surface inside of the Kent State Field House, as announced by Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond.
The current track surface, which has hosted more than 50 meets since installation in 2008, has reached the end of its life cycle. Installation of the new surface is expected to begin by early summer 2023.
"This is a very exciting and important project for our department, the campus and the community at large," Richmond said. "We are appreciative of the university's support and vision as installing a new, state-of-the-art indoor track will help turn our field house into one of the best all-purpose indoor facilities in the Mid-American Conference and Northeast Ohio. The venue will serve every one of our student-athletes, our campus and community in a wide variety of ways for years to come."
Baidy Ba Earns NCAA Cross Country Championships Spot
Kent State will be represented at the NCAA Cross Country Championships for the first time since 2012 with sophomore Baidy Ba qualifying as an individual, the NCAA announced during Saturday afternoon's selection show.
"I am extremely proud of our cross country program this season," Director of Track and Field/Cross Country Nathan Fanger said. "[Head coach] James Croft and the crew have had some great accomplishments, and Baidy making the National Championship meet tops it all off. It is an amazing feat for an amazing individual."
Schlee and Pierre Named MAC Players of the Week; Flashes Set to Host Eastern Michigan Tonight
Golden Flashes' quarterback Collin Schlee and linebacker Marvin Pierre were named Mid-American Conference Offensive and Defensive Players of the Week for their efforts in the 40-6 win over Bowling Green last Wednesday night.
Schlee accounted for four touchdowns in the road victory, tossing for three scores and running for a fourth. He became the first Golden Flash to account for four scores since Dustin Crum did it against Buffalo in 2020. Kent State is set to host Eastern Michigan Wednesday, Nov. 16, at 6 p.m. EST for Senior Night.
Flashes Pass Undefeated Portland, Host Two Games This Week
The Kent State Men's Basketball team extended their record to 3-0 against Portland, 77-65, Monday at the M-A-C. Center.
The Golden Flashes got off to a hot start. With a stellar defense and an offense scoring at will, the Flashes made it look easy as they held Portland to a season low 65 points.
Next up, the Golden Flashes return to the MACC Wednesday, Nov. 16, at 12 p.m. EST against Arkansas Pine Bluff, followed by another home contest Saturday against Chicago State at 2 p.m.
Tickets for the 2022-23 season are on sale now. For questions regarding ticket information, email athletictickets@kent.edu or call 330-672-4455.
Women’s Basketball Dominates NKU Early in First Win of Season
Kent State earned a wire-to-wire victory over visiting Northern Kentucky, 77-54, on Sunday afternoon at the M-A-C Center.
The Golden Flashes (1-1) scored the first 14 points of the contest and held a double-digit lead for all but 55 seconds during the rest of the game. Kent State outscored the NKU Norse 26-11 in the second period to take a 24-point advantage into halftime and led by as many as 29 points during the third quarter.
The Flashes travel to Arkansas Thursday and Oklahoma State Saturday.
Grab a Holiday Gift from Kent State While Supplies Last
We are excited to share a special opportunity for the Flash Family! From now until Nov. 27, you can purchase a Kent State Athletics “Winter Box” for $70 that includes:
Holiday inspired tumbler
Winter scarf and socks
Ornament
Holiday gift tags
Your KSU branded box will be shipped directly to you and delivered in time for the holiday season! The Winter Box is not available for purchase at any other location and is limited in quantity.
