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I also need to add that we're extremely fortunate for our Zips Men's Soccer players who have committed to Akron thanks to Jared and staff. We have a number of players who have been here for 4-5 years; others who have come in and given us 3 remaining years; and others who have come in and made a difference with less remaining eligibility. All are greatly appreciated; All are FAMILY! Looking forward to the return of so many and to meeting and welcoming the 2026 newcomers.

Agreed @Let'sGoZips94. I've been critical in the recent past, but the college landscape has changed significantly, and Jared and staff continue to adapt. We are extremely fortunate for their commitment. Hopefully, UA continues to reward him as best they can within their means, and that fans, friends, and alumni continue to do our best to show our support within our means. I recently added to my contributions to the Akron Competitive Excellence fund for Zips men's soccer. Just a gentle reminder here if others want to contribute... I know any amount is greatly appreciated. If others are interested, I think this is the direct link for Men's Soccer: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/CompExFundNIL/team/MSocc GO ZIPS!!!

Worse - Eastern Kentucky.

Kuhn boasts nearly 20 years of college coaching experience, including 10 seasons as a head coach at both Lock Haven University and Point Park University. (albeit not on the ESPN ticker)

I did not see Hattie on the 2025 roster. Did she commit as a junior and still had a year od HS? Also I am curious as to which club she played for? Women's soccer in the Mansfield area is not considered that challenging and to get her ready for D1 soccer she should get experience with a top club. Perhaps we will see her on the roster this Fall. I loved that she wanted to be at Akron. She felt at home and recognized the upward trajectory the women's program was focused on.

I'm not sure what would make the UMass job so terrible. I would understand it if they were still independent. Also, who voted for Boise State as one of toughest G5 jobs? Lol

Z.I.P. sent me an anrticle from the Mansfield newspaper. Said that this young lady was selected to the 2025 High School All American team. Z.I.P. also said that she had committed to the zips in the fall of 2024. Some links below.... https://www.instagram.com/p/DCsNeMhx0S6/?img_index=1 https://www.mansfieldnewsjournal.com/story/sports/high-school/2024/09/18/ontario-warriors-soccer-hattie-yugovich-commits-to-university-of-akron/75245806007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z115218d00----v115218d--52--b--52--&gca-ft=227&gca-ds=sophi

In reward, she got a raise and a bigger staff.

Congratulations to Maggie Kuhn I wish her much success https://gozips.com/news/2025/12/11/maggie-kuhn-named-akron-head-womens-soccer-coach1?fbclid=IwY2xjawOpN_FleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEyWjB0RUFEWkd5czVhVDBoc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnoNTqNfIcveQXMpK2XHhnbvsCybuYWwFJNQNjmXbCyApVnOE3duCUnUHBON_aem_PZ4Ozy8_n-hSS-cmUeva1A

Great!!! 3 MAC schools!!!

Well, the Akron coaches aren’t providing all the same services to JoeMo that she was providing to Sherrone!

He also almost doubled the salary of the the admin he was having relations with. She was making over $90k. How many Akron coaches are making that?

Who were the other schools behind?

St. Paul school for the blind

Great to see the progress. I knew it was BS related to the Arth exodus.

According to The Athletic (via NY Times) today, Akron is the #5 worst NCAA BCS football head coaching job, based on limited resources, unappealing city/location, campus/culture, and academics. Kent is worse.

Who is Miami playing? Hiram, John Carroll, or Mount Union?

Embick deserves everything for his loyalty and commitment to Akron for all these years. Incredibly thankful for him.

One of these days the planets will align, and l will be able to actually see Rica play in DM. I wish the Timberwolves would consult me; so, l could arrange my schedule to make it happen. I have a 15' drive to the arena.

Saturday is a very fun slate. Akron v Murray State UMass v Florida State CMU v Stony Brook (old buddy Geno Ford) Toledo v Robert Morris Ohio v St. Bonnie in Cleveland Miami OH and NIU also play but their games don't count in the "very fun" category.

This has been the type of game we lose and plummet in the rankings. This game could be the difference between 11-12 and 12-13 seed in the long run if we are at 28-29 wins instead of 30. I like this Murray St roster a lot but they are still brand new. Need to beat them with experience, chemistry and defense!!!

2-way. All day. Every day.

This is turning into a comedic bit at this point.