
Kent State to Face Notre Dame in Historic 2027 Showdown
Kent State University will meet Notre Dame in South Bend on Oct. 2, 2027, marking the first ever meeting between the two programs.
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Kent State University will meet Notre Dame in South Bend on Oct. 2, 2027, marking the first ever meeting between the two programs.

Kent State University has announced a football game against Notre Dame scheduled for October 2, 2027, the first-ever meeting between the two programs. The contest will be played at the iconic Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Indiana, and forms part of a broader 2026 season that begins with a road test at South Carolina.

The University of Notre Dame has released its future football schedule for the 2027 and 2028 seasons, confirming a continuation of the Legends Trophy rivalry with Stanford and a first‑time meeting with Kent State. The announcements were made amid a broader effort to highlight the program’s deep connections to the sport’s early pioneers.

The Mid-American Conference announced its 2026 baseball postseason awards, highlighting Kent State’s ten honorees, including Co‑Defensive Player of the Year Micah Rienstra‑Kiracofe and First‑Team All‑MAC pitcher Brody Williams.

Despite a strong year that included a top pitcher’s injury and several standout performances, the Foxes fell 4-1 to Penn-Trafford in the opening round of the WPIAL Class 5A playoffs.

A recent scholarship offer from Michigan State has put a Missouri-committed linebacker on the Spartans’ radar, raising questions about a possible flip before the summer.

Michigan State University has offered a scholarship to Kelaien Elem, a highly‑rated defensive lineman from Michigan, as he navigates a crowded field of suitors.

After stints at Western Carolina, UAB and North Alabama, Alison Seberger rejoins Kent State as an assistant coach, bringing championship experience and a track record of player development.
Cody Calhoun, a seasoned coach with stints at Rootstown and Aurora high schools, will take the helm of the Copley High School program, succeeding Adam Cestaro. Superintendent Aimee Kirsch highlighted his relational approach and comprehensive vision for the team.

The Eagles will close out their non‑conference schedule with a much‑anticipated game against Michigan State, featuring key players, a youthful coaching shift and a roster poised for a late‑season surge.