10/27/2026 2:55:00 PM | Wrestling
Kent, Ohio– The Kent State Wrestling Team has announced its promotional schedule for the 2026-2027 season with exciting fan engagement in store. Select dates of games will have a specific theme for the day as well as a fan giveaway for most themes while supplies last.
The promotional schedule features theme-nights for the four home-duals this season. The highlight comes on January 22nd for Alumni Night as they will honor the rich history of the program with the "100 Years of Kent State Wrestling Celebration".
The Home-Opener for the Flashes will take place on November 13th against a Mid-American Conference foe in the Buffalo Bulls. Before that, the blue and gold will open up the season on the road on November 1st at Purdue. On November 7th, they will head up to Michigan for the Michigan State Open.
Friday, November 13th, 7 P.M. vs. Buffalo- "Youth Day"
Help us celebrate Youth Wrestling in the Northeast Ohio area with Youth Day against the Bulls. Make sure to bring out your local youth club as posters will be given away along with a post-match autograph signing. The first 300 fans will receive Three-Point Takedown Foam Fingers!
Saturday, January 9th, 6 P.M. vs. George Mason- "Beach Night"
The Flashes will host the Patriots for the first time in program history in early January on Beach Night! The first 300 fans will receive Fearless Flash bucket hats.
Friday, January 22nd, 7 P.M. vs. Rider- "Alumni Night"
The Kent State Wrestling program and the University as a whole will be celebrating 100 years of Kent State Wrestling. All alumni are welcome back to look back on a rich tradition of excellence, celebrating All-Americans, MAC Championships, as well as the future of the program. The first 250 fans who attend will receive free 100 Years of Kent State Wrestling Flags.
Friday, February 19th, 1 P.M. vs. SIUE- "Senior Night"
For the final home dual of the season, the senior class will be honored for their commitment and service to the program over the years. The Flashes will host a high-quality opponent on a night where the 100 year celebration will continue. The first 500 fans will receive a limited edition Kent State Wrestling All-American Souvenir Cup!
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