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  1. 37 minutes ago, ZippyRulz said:

     

    Maybe they're going to keep it covered up and have a big unveiling right before the September 1 game(?)

     

    Maybe some type of event around the stadium so people can see AND perhaps get those season ticket sales up? Ha, the business person inside of me thinks like that lol

  2. 50 minutes ago, Akron1 said:

    Our turf was installed in 2009 and Ohio State is replacing their turf which is 8 years old.  I think the average artificial turf is supposed to last a maximum of 10 years. 

    Ah, which is why the next change is scheduled for 2033. Makes sense now! 

  3. Question:

    Over time, how can Akron, if at all, keep their turf looking sharp? I ask since in the past few years, it's looked ROUGH! However, other schools like Ohio State and Oklahoma have great looking turf every season, it never looks dull. Is that simply a money thing?(which, I understand) Or do they use a different type of field? 

     

    Just wondering

  4. 1 hour ago, Blue & Gold said:

    I'm noticing that there are no lacrosse markings on the field graphic.  Maybe they'll just paint those on later? Maybe they're moving lacrosse games to another location?

     

    I assume they will paint those later. I think the graphic is strictly to show a football field, and to likely save a bunch of comments like "What are all those weird looking markings?!" for those who forget that lacrosse exists lol. 

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  5. On 5/28/2022 at 5:38 PM, mes102 said:

    "Agent 1: Joe Moorhead was a great hire (by Akron). I don’t know if he can pull it off at a middling school that hasn’t done much, but it’s perfect. An experienced guy. I don’t know how long he’ll be there, but he took over something that is really damaged. Tom Arth was a white-collar guy at a blue-collar school. I like the Moorhead hire."

     

     

    Well, maybe he's going to be completely happy at Akron and stay for a long, long time. JoeMo likely learned from his Miss St. days that maybe bigger is not always better.

     

    I don't know, just always rubs me the wrong way these people always like to be so doom-and-gloom for fans of smaller schools. Like hey, you have a great coach, but don't get too excited. Blah. 

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  6. Good question! I drove by the other day to see if any construction has begun. Since it has not, I assume it has to be soon! I can't wait to see what a fresh field looks like. The field has looked ROUGH for a while now. 

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  7. Thanks for the replies, fellas! That was my thinking. With Irons and then Undercuffler now here, and with Wasser coming in next season (I hope that sticks), I wonder if Jennings will ever have much time as a QB, or will he switch to a new position (WR). Anything could happen, of course. I don't know much about him, but was excited to see him signed. 

     

    Regardless, the group of QB's we have now, and coming in, have me feeling pretty good. Wasser is a GREAT get. 

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  8. 3 hours ago, catdaddyp said:

    If I’m reading the graphic correctly, we are guaranteed to have at least 7 of the 12 games televised. Not too bad. If by some stroke of luck we knock off MSU or Tennessee, I bet we get a few more games televised.

     

    I'm not counting out us beating Tennessee. If anything, I feel the Zips will hang in there the entire game. Too early of a prediction yes, but Tennessee doesn't "scare" me as much as going into Auburn did last year, I'll say that. 

  9. 2 hours ago, Akron1 said:

    From February 22, 2022...

    https://www.rblandmark.com/2022/02/22/lths-boys-look-to-snatch-first-sectional-title-since-2001/

     

    From March 23, 2022...

    https://www.rblandmark.com/2022/03/23/local-high-school-basketball-players-named-all-state/

     

    Lyons Township senior Tavari Johnson was named to the second team and Riverside-Brookfield senior J.P. Hanley to the third team of the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association boys basketball Class 4A All-State Team.

    Johnson also received honorable mention on the Associated Press 4A All-State Team.

     

     

    Great info, thanks a lot!!

  10. 12 hours ago, Blue & Gold said:

    LOVE the matte blue helmets!...  but I also love the white... and I love the gold, which is classic.  We need all three!!!

     

    Agreed! I personally love the white! Not everyone's cup of tea, but I think its snazzy! 

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  11. 3 minutes ago, catdaddyp said:

    We’ve definitely picked up some good ones early. No doubt they’ll continue to receive attention and land more offers throughout the year. Our commits could always shut it down and tell everyone else they aren’t interested, but why would they do that? Especially in today’s world of NIL.

     

    Commit early and reserve your spot. Then you have options available as they come along. We may not like it, but can’t fault the players for doing what’s in their best interest.

     

    So far, it doesn’t seem as if we’ve lost anyone.

     

    Very true. I also read an article that Wasel has formed a great relationship with Moorhead over the past year or two, so hopefully that continues and keeps him wanting to be a Zip. I think he could be a great QB for the Zips and help us as we continue to move forward in what seems like a very promising era. 

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  12. 14 hours ago, Spin said:

    As far as longevity goes, tOSU have used the block O with changes in how the colors have been arranged for 64 years, and is one of the most recognizable brands in the world. Iconic. 

     

    Yeah yeah I know, we hate the Worthless Nuts. But, we want our university to be successful, sometimes you have to look at what's worked for other brands, including our rivals.

     

    In other words, DON'T MESS WITH IT FOR AWHILE.

     

    If ever. 

     

    Totally agree. If the University wants a logo to catch on and be recognized, they have to stick with something. All too often the logo has changed for the Zips. I'm starting to really like this new logo!

  13. 4 minutes ago, akzipper said:

     

    Those were actually tweeted out by the basketball and football accounts, along with white and gold football helmets. I'd assume they are probably official. 

     

    Oh really?! Nice!!! I know some on here have created examples of how the field/court could look different. Thanks for clearing that up for me!!

  14. 1 hour ago, akzipper said:

    Looks decent on the JAR court and InfoCision Field. I'll give them credit there.

     

     

    Very slick looking!! I like it!

     

    I agree with the others too who have said it would be nice if they used a different shade, perhaps a slightly darker gold, to show the Z more in the logo. 

     

    But yeah, the court and field design you put together is real nice

  15. Thanks Clark for breaking the news to us and posting!

     

    Not going to lie, I like it a lot more than I thought I was going to. Yes it is an "A", but at least the font is different from the other schools using it. 

     

    I will say, the university needs to stick with it and stop trying to get different logos going every few years. If you want the brand to be recognized, you have to stick with things for a while for things to catch on and build some type of legacy. Just my opinion.

     

    Do I loved it? No. 

    Do I like it though? Yes! 

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  16. 59 minutes ago, Let'sGoZips94 said:

     

    Which are two of the most unique nicknames/mascots in college athletics. Utilize that. 

    I agree! I do like the Z logo, but I also like the Roo, especially the newer meaner looking one. I want to be happy about this change, but will not be if it's simply an A. I mean, if they know the fans dont like script Akron, not sure why they would pick just an "A", especially if its script. 

     

    Anyways, anyone know when this will be announced? 

  17. 27 minutes ago, LoyalZIP said:

    #FireGuthrie ?

     

    Sadly, yes. This decision is just too much!

     

    HA kidding!!!! I'm afraid he's going to leave for another school at some point as he continues to do great for Akron. It would take a lot for me to want Akron to fire that man. 

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