Akron and Kent State Women's Basketball Teams Face Off in Wagon Wheel Rivalry

The two Ohio rivals meet for the second time this season with Kent State looking to extend its series lead.

Feb. 21, 2026 at 11:10am

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The University of Akron and Kent State women's basketball teams will face off in the second Wagon Wheel rivalry game of 2026 on February 21 at noon at the Rhodes Arena. Kent State won the first matchup 91-79 on January 17 at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center and holds a 63-18 advantage in the all-time series between the two Ohio schools.

Why it matters

The Wagon Wheel rivalry is a long-standing tradition between the two Northeast Ohio universities, with the women's basketball matchup being one of the highlights of the season. Both teams will be looking to gain an edge in the series as they compete for local bragging rights and conference positioning.

The details

In the first meeting this season, Kent State prevailed 91-79 over Akron at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center. The Golden Flashes will be looking to continue their dominance in the series and pick up another victory over their in-state rival.

  • The game will take place on February 21, 2026 at noon.
  • Kent State won the first matchup between the two teams on January 17, 2026 by a score of 91-79.

The players

University of Akron

The women's basketball team from the University of Akron, a public research university located in Akron, Ohio.

Kent State University

The women's basketball team from Kent State University, a public research university located in Kent, Ohio.

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The takeaway

This matchup between the two Ohio rivals will be an important game for both teams as they look to gain an advantage in the Wagon Wheel series and position themselves for success in conference play.