4 days ago · Kent State University and the University of Akron are separated by just 12 miles. The Golden Flashes' overall record against the Zips is 82-84. According to records, Kent State's first meeting with the school down the road was during the first varsity season 108 years ago during the 1915-1916 season with Akron winning 37-16.

2 days ago · AKRON, Ohio –– The Kent State Golden Flashes battled hard but ultimately came up short in a 77-72 road loss to rival Akron on Friday night at James A. Rhodes Arena. Despite leading for most of the game and taking a 39-32 advantage into halftime, Kent State couldn't withstand Akron's second-half surge in a dramatic finish.

3 days ago · The Zips are 14-0 on their home court. Akron is fourth in the MAC in team defense, allowing 74.0 points while holding opponents to 42.1% shooting. The Golden Flashes have gone 9-6 against MAC opponents. Kent State is 3-1 in games decided by less than 4 points. Akron averages 83.7 points, 16.0 more per game than the 67.7 Kent State allows. Kent ...

2 days ago · AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Tavari Johnson had 16 points in Akron’s 77-72 win over Kent State on Friday, clinching the Mid-American Conference regular season championship with two games remaining. Johnson went 7 of 13 from the field (2 for 5 from 3-point range) for the Zips (23-6, 15-1). Nate Johnson scored 14 points and added 10 rebounds.

Jan 31, 2025 · Game summary of the Akron Zips vs. Kent State Golden Flashes NCAAM game, final score 85-71, from January 31, 2025 on ESPN.

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— Jalen Sullinger's 32 points led Kent State over Bowling Green 91-84 on Tuesday night. — Cian Medley's 24 points helped Kent State hold off Ohio and earn a 76-75 victory on Friday night....

3 days ago · Kent State Golden Flashes (19-9, 9-6 MAC) at Akron Zips (22-6, 14-1 MAC). Akron, Ohio; Friday, 9 p.m. EST. BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Zips -3.5; over/under is 154.5 BOTTOM LINE: Kent State takes on ...

2 days ago · AKRON, Ohio -- Tavari Johnson had 16 points in Akron's 77-72 win over Kent State on Friday, clinching the Mid-American Conference regular season championship with two games remaining. Johnson went ...

2 days ago · The Golden Flashes (19-10, 9-7) were led by Jalen Sullinger, who posted 19 points. Marquis Barnett added 14 points and seven rebounds for Kent State. Delrecco Gillespie finished with 10 points and ...