Kent State defeats Bowling Green 78-71

Golden Flashes improve to 20-7 with the win over Falcons

Feb. 20, 2026 at 6:23pm

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Led by Morgan Safford's 27 points, the Kent State Golden Flashes defeated the Bowling Green Falcons 78-71. The Golden Flashes improved to 20-7 with the win and the Falcons fell to 16-11.

Why it matters

This Mid-American Conference matchup between two Ohio schools highlights the ongoing rivalry and competition within the conference as teams vie for postseason positioning.

The details

The Golden Flashes were led by junior guard Morgan Safford, who scored a game-high 27 points. Kent State shot 46% from the field and 38% from three-point range to overcome the Falcons, who were led by senior forward Chandler Turner's 22 points.

  • The game was played on February 18, 2026.

The players

Morgan Safford

A junior guard for the Kent State Golden Flashes who scored a game-high 27 points.

Chandler Turner

A senior forward for the Bowling Green Falcons who led his team with 22 points.

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What’s next

Both teams will continue their conference schedules as they look to improve their records and positioning for the Mid-American Conference tournament.

The takeaway

This game showcases the competitive nature of the Mid-American Conference, where teams like Kent State and Bowling Green are battling to secure wins and improve their postseason prospects.