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Kent State Baseball Coach Gets 200th Win As MAC Play Moves On

Kent State Baseball Coach Gets 200th Win As MAC Play Moves On

THE HEAD COACH OF KENT STATE BASEBALL SURPASSED A HUGE CAREER MILESTONE, BUT MAC CONFERENCE PLAY IS STILL IN FULL SWING. TV2’s MICHAEL REINER HAS THE STORY. Kent State Baseball head coach Jeff Duncan got his 200th career win against Western Michigan on April 5. Coach Duncan was named MAC Coach of The Year for the past three seasons. He reflected positively when he was asked about his successful career at Kent State thus far. “It’s been a great experience…

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Changing athletic landscape affects KSU

Changing athletic landscape affects KSU

The NCAA will hold an autonomy meeting next month to discuss possible changes to its guidelines, including possible compensation of student athletes. But is Kent State ready for what might be ahead? TV2’s Tyler Carey has more. [bbrvideo width=”475″]BBR_S8_CAREY_NCAA[/bbrvideo] With the NCAA set to hold an autonomy meeting next month to discuss the changing landscape of college athletics, the Kent State board of trustees held its own discussions on the topic during their meeting last week. Members of the committee…

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Building Champions Initiative

Building Champions Initiative

Last spring, Kent State athletics launched the building champions initiative, the largest campaign ever by the department. The $60 million campaign has already made an impact on the Kent State athletic landscape. For more on the initiative we go to Raymond Ross. [bbrvideo width=”475″]BBR_S7_ROSS_CHAMPS[/bbrvideo] “In Class. In Competition. In Life.” That is the motto of Kent State athletics and they are looking to keep up with current standards. In order to keep up, changes had to be made and something…

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Academics and athletics

Academics and athletics

Generally when you hear student-athlete, the athlete aspect stands out, but thats not always the case. The truth is a minority of college athletes go onto be professionals. While the majority use their college education to further their lives. For more on student-athlete success we go to Raymond Ross… [bbrvideo width=”475″]BBR_S2_ROSS_ACADEMICS_1[/bbrvideo] You hear the stereotype all the time, typical dumb jock. While some may perpetuate the stereotype, it isn’t always true. Especially at Kent State, where they are trying to…

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KSU athletic department overview

KSU athletic department overview

[bbrvideo]BBR_P3_Ross_Overview1[/bbrvideo] Competing in a small market does not stop Kent State Athletics from success. Last year the flashes earned national rankings for men’s and women’s golf programs, eight MAC champions and won the Wagon Wheel. I spoke with Janet Kittell, Senior Associate Athletic Director, who advises 15 of 18 athletic teams at KSU. Kittell ensures smooth operation on a day to day basis. The athletic department’s biggest need? More money. “I think we are behind other MAC schools when it…

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Kent State Athletics strive for greatness despite small market

Kent State Athletics strive for greatness despite small market

Small market does not always translate to small stage. While Kent State University plays in a mid-major conference, the Mid-American Conference(MAC), their 18 intercollegiate athletic teams still compete at a high level. They currently boast nationally ranked men’s and women’s golf programs, Jacoby Cup and Cartwright award winners, eight MAC champions last year and are the current holders of the Wagon Wheel. “People here already support each other,” said Janet Kittell, Senior Associate Athletic Director and Senior Woman Administrator. “This…

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