Mens Basketball

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.

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.

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.

'How Cool Is That?'
While fans cheered as Elvis made his appearance at Kent State's rivalry game against Akron, ESPN's anchor team was more than a bit impressed.

Top of His Game
Redshirt Senior , of Farrell, PA., was named the 2022 Male Collegiate Athlete of the Year at the 23rd Greater Cleveland Sports Awards. Carry leads the Golden Flashes with 17 points and 4.9 assists per game, and he has recorded double-digits in 19 games this season, including a season-high 31 points.

My Brother's Keeper
When Junior Giovanni Santiago's parents said they weren't comfortable sending him all the way to Ohio from Puerto Rico, he needed an advocate to step forward in order to continue his college basketball dreams. His brother, Luis, answered the call.

Win Streak Reaches Double Digits As Golden Flashes Notch 10th Straight
The Kent State men's basketball team (16-3, 6-0 MAC) extended its winning streak to 10 with an 86-65 victory over Ball State. Kent State has also won 15 consecutive home games.

Golden Flashes Return To Defend Home Court
After a week on the road, the Kent State men's basketball team (15-3) is back in the MACC hosting the Ball State Cardinals (13-5). Tip-off is set for 6:30 p.m. this Friday, Jan. 20 and is live on CBS Sports Network.

Bennett's Jersey From Historic Moment Now on Display at Basketball Hall of Fame
The jersey Kent State鈥檚 Kalin Bennett wore in his first game is now on display at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Dual Purpose: B.J. Duling Follows Passion for Fashion Design in Addition to Basketball Success
Who is 6鈥7鈥 and can dunk a basketball on the same day he is designing a clothing line?