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Corey Conners at Olympics

Corey Conners Cards Top 10 Finish in Paris

When Corey Conners teed off at the 2024 Paris Olympics, he represented more than just his home country of Canada. The professional golfer also carried the pride of 5X社区.

Tags: Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, Sports

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Corey Conners Competes at the Olympics

From Golden Flash to Olympic Flame: Kent State's Corey Conners Heads to Paris

When Corey Conners tees off at the 2024 Paris Olympics, he'll represent more than just his home country of Canada. The professional golfer will also be carrying the pride of 5X社区.

Tags: Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, Sports

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Flash, 5X社区鈥檚 mascot, waves a flag in front of Dix Stadium before a home football game. (Photo credit: Scott Galvin)

Kent State and Cleveland Clinic Enter Multiyear Partnership to Support Student-Athlete Health and Wellness

5X社区 and Cleveland Clinic have announced a multiyear partnership in which Cleveland Clinic becomes the official healthcare provider for Kent State Athletics. Cleveland Clinic will serve as the medical services provider to support Kent State student-athlete health and wellness.

Tags: University News, Students First, Partnerships, Cleveland Clinic, Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, Sports, Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

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Randale L. Richmond, Kent State director of Athletics, said Black History Month serves as a source of inspiration for he and his family.

Richmond to Lead Athletics Through 2028

Randale L. Richmond will lead Kent State Athletics through July 1, 2028, as vice president and director of intercollegiate athletics, in accordance with a contract amendment announced by 5X社区 President Todd Diacon.

Tags: Sports, Nationally Distinctive, Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

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Cathi and Rob Eberly Have Their Eyes on Kent State's spot in the NCAA bracket

Win or Lose, They鈥檙e Always Blue and Gold

Cathi and Rob Eberly, 鈥70, are just a couple of the many long-time Kent State supporters who have made their way to Albany, New York, for the NCAA Tournament. Their passion for the Golden Flashes goes well beyond wins and losses.

Tags: Sports, Nationally Distinctive, Mens Basketball, Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

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Cli'Ron Hornbeak is ready for March Madness as Kent State takes on Indiana

Big Man With Big Smile Not Afraid of Big Moments

Kent State鈥檚 6鈥9鈥 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鈥檚 top big man 鈥 the oldest of seven children 鈥 and you鈥檒l find him friendly and approachable.

Tags: Sports, Students First, Mens Basketball, Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

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Chris Payton (4) and Miryne Thomas share a hug in final moments of Kent State's MAC Championship win

What a Difference a Year Makes

Chris Payton and Miryne Thomas committed to Kent State one day apart last April. While they didn鈥檛 know one another, they bonded as transfer players and have helped lead their team to March Madness.

Tags: Sports, Students First, Mens Basketball, Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

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Head Coach Rob Senderoff shares a hug with Sincere Carry during the team's MAC Championship victory over Toledo

Homecoming Brings Smiles, Memories for Senderoff

It鈥檚 been nearly three decades since Rob Senderoff walked around downtown Albany, New York, with the same eyes as the young men he now coaches.  

Tags: Sports, Nationally Distinctive, Mens Basketball, Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

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Athletics

Searching for Goldilocks. Cross Country Runner's Quest For Just the Right Opportunity

Sophomore Baidy Ba's journey from Columbia, Maryland, to Kent State meant finding the right sport before he could find the right university. 

Tags: Students First, College of Aeronautics & Engineering, Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

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