Sports

Big Man With Big Smile Not Afraid of Big Moments
Kent State’s 6’9” center with a deep, booming voice is an imposing force having earned a spot in the starting rotation during his freshman year, but spend a few moments with the team’s top big man — the oldest of seven children — and you’ll find him friendly and approachable.

What a Difference a Year Makes
Chris Payton and Miryne Thomas committed to Kent State one day apart last April. While they didn’t know one another, they bonded as transfer players and have helped lead their team to March Madness.

Homecoming Brings Smiles, Memories for Senderoff
It’s been nearly three decades since Rob Senderoff walked around downtown Albany, New York, with the same eyes as the young men he now coaches.

Siren Send(er)-Off!
The Kent State University community gathered Wednesday at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center to send off the Golden Flashes to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament. Go Flashes!

Gearing Up for Game Day: Basketball Tournament Page Launches, Watch Parties Announced
Looking for information about Kent State University’s men’s basketball team and the 2023 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament? The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has launched a 2023 NCAA Basketball Tournament page to assist Golden Flashes fans.

Tickets to First Round of NCAA Tournament on Sale Soon
Kent State (28-6) will play Indiana on Friday, March 17, in the first round of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament in Albany, New York. Tickets will be available here starting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday.

Kent State Begins 2023 WNIT at Syracuse
The Kent State women's basketball team will travel to Syracuse for a 2023 Postseason WNIT first round contest on Wednesday, March 15. Tip inside the JMA Wireless Dome is scheduled for 7 p.m.
Lucky 13! Kent State to Play Indiana In First Round of March Madness
Kent State (28-6) will play Indiana on Friday, March 17, in the first round of the NCAA Division 1 Basketball Tournament in Albany, New York. While 13 is typically an "unlucky" number, the Golden Flashes hope it brings them a victory.
Golden Flashes on to the Big Dance!
Kent State men's basketball team is taking home the MAC Championship trophy, earning them an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. The second seed Golden Flashes beat the first seed University of Toledo Rockets 93-78.