http://www.collegesoccernews.com/index_files/Page12693.htm[/url]

Did you notice they have Andrew Souders listed as Andrew Sounders?

Hmm that is weird. Our other incoming players are listed as coming to Akron, including Fernando Pena whose verbal was announced after Koroma. Hope he didn't change his mind, but the only reason I could see him doing that was for a profession contract, and this list excluded guys who have signed a contract already. In my mind, it wouldn't make sense to rescind your verbal unless you have already signed a contract. This is all just speculation though. Hopefully it was a mistake and he is still coming. If not, I'm sure Porter or one of his staff members will venture into the depths of South America or the Caribbean or somewhere to find another #9

Probably an error, like misspelling Souders.

ESPN still has him listed and committed to Akron - 2012 Division 1 Verbal Commitments

Not only does College Soccer News show Koroma as non-commital, but they go on to write this little tidbit [url="http://www.collegesoccernews.com/index_files/Page4754.htm"]:

College Soccer News:

Who is next in line at Akron?

For four consecutive seasons the Zips have lost a big time goal scorer but it hasn’t presented a significant problem since someone has always been on board who was capable of filling the gap. It went like this: Steve Zakuani to Teal Bunbury, Bunbury to Darlington Nagbe, Nagbe to Darren Mattocks. Zakuani left in 2008 after his sophomore season to enter the professional ranks. Bunbury did the same in 2009 at the conclusion of his sophomore season. Nagbe followed suit in 2010 after his junior season. Mattocks completed the cycle when he elected to take his game to the professional level in 2011 at the end of his sophomore season.

The success that Zakuani, Bunbury, Nagbe, and Mattocks achieved at Akron speaks well for the program but the exit left enter right scenario of big time goal scorers looks to have at least temporarily come to an end heading into the 2012 season.

Maybe one of you internet saavy guys should check his FB page for info

I think the key point here, is there isn't anyone on board from last year. We had Bunbury and Zakuani playing together, and then Bunbury and Nagbe, and then Nagbe and Zakuani. Last year it was Zakuani and... That's the point, the reigning heir isn't in place as in years past. I don't take this as a sign that Koroma isn't coming.

Wanna know what shocks me on this list: Look at #21 Tarik Salkicic (to Tulsa!). How did he fall that far? Didn't this guy get a cap with Bradley's Senior National Team, right after the World Cup? Was it the same game that Bunbury got his first start, vs South Africa? I seem to remember Agudelo having a big game. Am I mis-remembering?

I believe you're thinking of someone else, but he has played for the US U-17's. Bunbury did receive his first cap in that game replacing Robbie "can't score a goal from 5 ft" Findlay. Bunbury was involved on the play Agudelo scored the lone goal in that game.

I got my friend request accepted from him, and it looks like someone asked the same question on January 11 but yet no response. I am still hopeful.

Well, I guess I was off-target. I see "the Boss" Gale Agbossoumonde got his US debut late in this one, maybe I was thinking of him.

From what I hear and read, Koroma is really something special.

It would be crushing should he change his mind from attending UA.

Top drawer thinks he's still coming to Akron

Here are some top signings we expect today:
Girls
Lindsey Horan – North Carolina
Laura Liedle – Stanford
Cari Roccaro – Notre Dame
Ashley Spivey – Maryland
Cassie Pecht – Duke

Boys
Alfred Koroma – Akron
Jalen Robinson – Wake Forest
Zachary Carroll – Virginia
Michael Ambrose – Maryland
Cole Nagy – UCLA

http://www.topdrawersoccer.com/the91stminu...al-signing-day/

Like last year, Caleb Porter is going to hold off for a few days to announce our men's soccer signees. With Koroma being questionable, these could be a few anxious days for us.

Caleb Porter has bigger things to worry about right now, and I'm not talking about the U-23s either!

To what are you referring? Just the simple fact that Koroma may not sign?

While Koroma would be a great addition let's not forget that there are other commits who also need to sign.

I'll never understand why people do this. If there is some kind of issue going on, say it, don't hint at it and make everyone guess.

I'm sorry. Porter and his wife gave birth to another little Porter yesterday afternoon!

I think Yaz is talking about the new family member Caleb and his wife are welcoming into the world within the last 24 hours.
Congrats to the Porter family!

EDIT: As mentioned above by Yaz!

Ahhh ok. I wouldn't call that something to worry about...more like something to rejoice!

Today is signing day. Have we signed him/her yet?

Koroma still a ? Per this ESPN article, we at least wouldn't be losing him to another school. It would be the pros that would take him away from us

Even with those committed, there remain questions -- perhaps none as significant as Texas native Alfred Koroma. The Youth National Team standout has committed to Akron, however, he will have professional opportunities in the near future. As one source close to Akron said, “We’ll be holding our breath and hoping he shows up in August.”

Any word on NLI signings for other incoming Zips?

Koroma called into 26 player roster for US U-20 Training Camp

When I first saw this roster I was surprised that none of Trapp, Gallego, or Yedlin made the team. Then I remembered that at least Trapp just had surgery, and I think Gallego is getting over an injury or something. Has anyone else heard anything about these injuries?

Does anyone have an update on the injury? Is it the left knee?

Really anxious about this!

I am wondering about injuries to Trapp and Dershang as well.

I heard that Alfred practiced today. That doesn't seem consistent with a bone contusion.

What does #17 know of Derschang's and Trapp's injuries?

Derschang will be ready for Friday, so will Trapp. Derschang was dressed on Friday, was held out prolly due to the aggressiveness at times dirty play of Wright State. Koroma will be fine, 50/50 on if he will go on Friday (in all honesty we shouldnt need him but i would like to see him out their before Creighton.)

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Ok. I probably should have worded that differently because I know you have inside information. If Alfred has a bone contusion, would he be practicing? This is what I found on the internet, which, I admit, might be misleading given that I'm not a medical professional. However, I do know someone who watched Alfred practice yesterday, and that seems inconsistent to me with this...

http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-bone-contusion.htm

A bone contusion is a deep bruise that affects a section of bone tissue. Most contusions result from direct injuries, such as falls or sudden impacts during sports. Bone bruises are typically very painful and lingering symptoms may last for several months following injuries, especially when they occur near the ends of joints where ligaments and cartilage are also damaged. Treatment for a bone contusion depends on the location and the severity of symptoms, but most patients are given pain medications and instructed to get plenty of rest to promote faster healing. ...

Patients with mild bone contusions are typically advised to rest, ice, and elevate the injured body part for several days to ease their symptoms. ...

Mild bone contusions usually start feeling better in two to four weeks, at which point an individual can begin light activity to gradually rebuild strength and flexibility. ...

Sometimes it can be a diagnosis of "exclusion". Injury occurs with no obvious abnormalities on diagnostic tests and injury is called a 'bone bruise"; rather than an "I don't know".

Thanks.

I found Koroma's Knee on Twitter and it seems to talk on its own. It looks as if it feels pretty good yesterday or at least that's what the knee is reporting.

"The privilege of absurdity; to which no living creature is subject, but man only."

well according to Alfred's knee on twitter, he is feeling ready to play friday, but it will be up to Alfred and Caleb. Haha, if Alfred is doing this, he has a good sense of humor!

Precedent has been set.

We now expect all injured body parts to tweet their respective injury progress.

ie. Barson’s big toe, Caldwell’s cranium, Embick’s ear, etc.