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Flash Nation Tailgate

Saturday, October 17, 2026Eastern Daylight Time UTC -04:00

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George M. Steinbrenner Field
1 Steinbrenner Dr
Tampa, FL 33614
United States

The Golden Flashes are headed to Tampa, Florida, and we hope you'll join us! Gather with fellow Kent State alumni and friends for an exclusive Flash Nation Tailgate at the George M. Steinbrenner Field before Kent State Football takes on the University of South Florida across the street at Raymond James Stadium. Enjoy great food, reconnect with the Kent State community and show your Golden Flash pride before cheering on the Flashes at kickoff.

Due to TV scheduling, the game time has yet to be announced. Our tailgate will begin three hours prior to kickoff. Please check back for updates. We will contact registered guests with the time as soon as it is announced.

Game tickets will be distributed digitally through Ticketmaster. Additional information regarding ticket delivery and access will be provided to registered guests prior to game day.

Registration Information:

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Create Gift - Amount Count Count sum Count Sum Trigger Select Ticket Type* Select Ticket Type* 1) Tailgate and Game Ticket - $100 2) Tailgate Only - $60 This package includes one ticket to the tailgate, one ticket to the football game and a $10 donation to the Football Excellence Fund. This package includes one ticket to the tailgate and a $10 donation to the Football Excellence Fund. It DOES NOT include a ticket to the football game. Staff Test Sorry, a ticket you selected is not available in this quantity. Please select a different ticket. First name* Last name* Email address* Email address Mobile phone* Mobile phone Would you like to receive a text message reminder prior to the event?* Would you like to receive a text message reminder prior to the event?* Yes No Would you like to receive a text message reminder prior to the event? Would you like to receive a text message reminder prior to the event? Yes No Please select your primary Kent State affinity.* Please select your primary Kent State affinity.* Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Guest What year(s) did you graduate from Kent State? (if applicable) Please select your primary Kent State affinity Please select your primary Kent State affinity Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Guest What year(s) did you graduate from Kent State? (if applicable) Birthdate Birthdate Why do we ask for your birthday? We ask because it helps us make sure your registration is matched to the right record. Your date of birth is one of the ways we connect your registration to your account, so your participation is accurately recognized. Dietary Restrictions Would you like to make an additional gift?* Would you like to make an additional gift?* Yes No Please enter an amount for your additional gift to the Football Excellence Fund: If you would like to be seated with someone registering separately, please let us know their name(s). Payment Amount Is Primary Is Primary Yes No Guest Cost Passthrough Guest Deductibility Passthrough Ticket Type Passthrough

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If you would like to be seated with someone registering separately, please let us know their name(s).

Kent State University is committed to making its work environment, programs and activities accessible for individuals with disabilities. Please indicate if you need accommodations to fully participate in this event by contacting Jasmine Pennino at jsamps1@kent.edu or by noting in the box below.

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