Kent State becomes first Division I school in Ohio to add women's wrestling

Kent State University adding NCAA women's wrestling. See when it starts

A new varsity sport is coming to Kent State University in the fall of 2027.

Kent State becomes first Division I school in Ohio to add women's wrestling

Kent State University announced women's wrestling as its 20th varsity sport, becoming the first NCAA Division I institution in Ohio and fifth nationally to sponsor the rapidly growing sport.The program will begin competition in fall 2027, with plans to hire the first head coach by summer 2026. The university is currently planning facility renovations that will include updated locker rooms and coaches' offices to support the new program."This is …

Kent State University Adds Women’s Wrestling as 20th Varsity Sport, Planned to Compete in 2027

KENT, Ohio — Kent State University announced today that women's wrestling will become the athletics department's 20th varsity sport, marking a historic addition to the Golden Flashes athletics lineup and a milestone for collegiate athletics in Ohio. Ke...

Kent State University Adds Women’s Wrestling as 20th Varsity Sport, Planned to Compete in 2027 - National Wrestling Coaches Association

KENT, Ohio — Kent State University announced today that women's wrestling will become the athletics department's 20th varsity sport, marking a historic addition to the Golden Flashes athletics lineup and a milestone for collegiate athletics in Ohio. Kent State becomes the first NCAA Division I institution in the state and fifth in the nation to sponsor women's wrestling.

Kent State Baseball Announces 2026 Schedule Featuring Matchups with Reigning National Champions and Power Four Programs - Kent State Golden Flashes

KENT, Ohio – Kent State baseball head coach Jeff Duncan announced the Golden Flashes' 2026 schedule, featuring a challenging slate that includes road contests against defending national champion LSU and perennial powerhouse Tennessee, along with a robust Mid-American Conference schedule.