Kent State wins MAC and advances to NCAA Tournament!!!

[DGUtley]

‘We’re not done’: Kent State Men’s basketball headed to NCAA tournament

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Last season, the Kent State men’s basketball team lost in the championship game of the Mid-American Conference tournament 75-55 to Akron.

Saturday, the Flashes (28-6) defeated top-seeded Toledo (27-7) 93-78 to capture their seventh MAC championship and first since 2017. “This is our ultimate goal, and I feel like ever since this weekend started, everybody bought in, and we were willing to sacrifice and put it all on the line,” redshirt senior guard Sincere Carry said. “Coming here last year, we lost, and we kept 75-55 in our head. I worked my hardest that year, and doing all that and losing.”

“I was just pushing for this moment right here, and I feel a lot of relief, but we’re not done. There’s still more to do.” Coach Rob Senderoff was happy his team could experience this feeling after how last season ended. “It’s awesome for them because last year was a really tough evening for us about a year ago tonight,” he said. “These things are special moments, and it’s hard to get to the NCAA tournament. I’m happy for everybody who’s involved with the program.”

The Rockets came into the game on a 17-game winning streak – their last loss was on Jan. 10 at the M.A.C. Center to Kent State. In the championship-clinching game, the Flashes bench outscored UT 29-2 – led by senior forward Chris Payton (17) and MAC Sixth Man of the Year sophomore guard Jalen Sullinger (12). “When they see us seniors out there competing and diving on the ground, they have no choice but to match our energy,” redshirt senior guard Malique Jacobs said.


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https://kentwired.com/94218/latest-u...aa-tournament/

[carolina73]

They pulled Indiana

[FindersKeepers]

‘We’re not done’: Kent State Men’s basketball headed to NCAA tournament


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Last season, the Kent State men’s basketball team lost in the championship game of the Mid-American Conference tournament 75-55 to Akron.

Saturday, the Flashes (28-6) defeated top-seeded Toledo (27-7) 93-78 to capture their seventh MAC championship and first since 2017. “This is our ultimate goal, and I feel like ever since this weekend started, everybody bought in, and we were willing to sacrifice and put it all on the line,” redshirt senior guard Sincere Carry said. “Coming here last year, we lost, and we kept 75-55 in our head. I worked my hardest that year, and doing all that and losing.”

“I was just pushing for this moment right here, and I feel a lot of relief, but we’re not done. There’s still more to do.” Coach Rob Senderoff was happy his team could experience this feeling after how last season ended. “It’s awesome for them because last year was a really tough evening for us about a year ago tonight,” he said. “These things are special moments, and it’s hard to get to the NCAA tournament. I’m happy for everybody who’s involved with the program.”

The Rockets came into the game on a 17-game winning streak – their last loss was on Jan. 10 at the M.A.C. Center to Kent State. In the championship-clinching game, the Flashes bench outscored UT 29-2 – led by senior forward Chris Payton (17) and MAC Sixth Man of the Year sophomore guard Jalen Sullinger (12). “When they see us seniors out there competing and diving on the ground, they have no choice but to match our energy,” redshirt senior guard Malique Jacobs said.


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https://kentwired.com/94218/latest-u...aa-tournament/

That's really spiffy.

But, do you think they'll survive if they meet KU?

Rock chalk, Jayhawks.

[Tahuyaman]

They pulled Indiana

One and done for Kent State.

[DGUtley]

We'll see if it's one and done.

[ripmeister]

We'll see if it's one and done.

I think Kent State could be a Cinderella.

[carolina73]

I think Kent State could be a Cinderella.

Great! Trannies!

[jigglepete]

Congrats to Kent State! The Vermont Cats got in as well, they got #2 Marquette...most likely one and done as well (but hopefully not!).

[carolina73]

Congrats to Kent State! The Vermont Cats got in as well, they got #2 Marquette...most likely one and done as well (but hopefully not!).

MS State beat them in the last month so it can happen.

[DGUtley]

Great! Trannies!

Oh My Obama, that's so funny.