The Kent State Golden Flashes are number 8 on our list, even though they were projected by the MAC coaches to finish second in the East. We have them coming in third in a competitive race. The number 8 ranking is a testament to just how deep we expect the league to be this season.
Kent had the best record in the East last season with a 13-5 conference record and bowed out of the tournament in their first game against eventual winner Toledo. While 4 starters return, it’s difficult to gauge just how much of a hole will be left with the departure of Larrissa Lurken and her amazing stat line each game.