Military Appreciation Games

Honoring Service. Celebrating Community. Showing Flash Pride.

Kent State University proudly celebrates our military-connected community through Military Appreciation Games in partnership with Kent State Athletics.

These special events bring together students, veterans, servicemembers, military families and the Kent State community to recognize military service, build connections and cheer on the Golden Flashes.

Military Appreciation Football Game

Join us at Dix Stadium as we celebrate our military-connected community during a special Kent State football game honoring those who serve and have served.

Saturday, October 24, 2026
1pm KickOff (Gates Open at 11:30am)

Kent State football salutes our nation's heroes as it faces off against Akron!

All are welcome to be a part of an unforgetable afternoon dedicated to our military personnel. Priority and discounted game tickets are available to current service members and veterans. 

Military Appreciation Basketball Game

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Military Appreciation Baseball Game

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Upcoming Games

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Go Flashes!