IN A FLASH: New Year, Old Rivalry

A symbol of the Kent-Akron rivalry: the fabled Wagon Wheel

The Golden Flashes men's basketball team met the Akron Zips three times in 2023 and emerged victorious twice, with one win occuring during the Mid-American Conference Tournament last March. In a special appearance, Kent State's own "Elvis" mopped the floor during one of the games. 

Kent State's "Elvis" mopping the floor at one of 2023's Kent-Akron basketball games

Now, the fabled Wagon Wheel is up for grabs once again. The game tips off at Kent State's Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center at 7 p.m. on Jan. 19. 

Flash the mascot cheers on the fans at a Kent-Akron basketball game

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POSTED: Thursday, January 18, 2024 01:06 PM
Updated: Thursday, January 18, 2024 04:19 PM
WRITTEN BY:
Phil B. Soencksen