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All of this history is probably why Groce is underrated nationally. Still, given UA’s status as a MAC dynasty, it would come as no surprise if Groce were to receive another shot to lead a major program. Speculation has already been swirling about Groce, whose contract with Akron is scheduled to run until June 30, 2035, becoming a candidate at Cincinnati, Butler and Boston College. Groce called his Akron predecessor Keith Dambrot “a legend” when Dambrot announced his retirement as Duquesne’s coach in 2024. Groce inherited an excellent program from Dambrot. Since then, Groce has elevated it and surpassed Dambrot’s three trips to the NCAA Tournament with the Zips. If this iteration of March Madness proves to be Groce’s last hurrah with Akron, it’s been a great run, one worthy of love from Zips fans.

High Point coach: "High Point and Miami (Ohio) are 2-1 in Quad 1 games. We couldn't get games. They couldn't get games," Clayman said. "Akron, UNC Wilmington, Belmont couldn't get games. We won 22 of our last 23 games and we didn't move up one spot in the metrics. Not one. We won 22 of our 23. We've won 25 games by double-digits.“

Good. I don't want the extra excuses. This also doesn't mean he's fully healthy. Make him run - make em all run. We have the depth - they don't. LET'S GO ZIPS!

There have been at least four occasions in the NCAA tournament where three of the four 12 seeds won and lots of other occasions where at least two 12 seeds won. Keep the faith. 😊

Today has got to be the day…and please make your free throws! Go Zips!

Let’s go!

What a time to be alive, Go Zips!!

https://www.ideastream.org/sports/2026-03-18/mac-teams-are-dancing-in-march-but-butler-opportunity-looms-for-akron-miami-coaches Will those strong connections make both men candidates for the Butler job? "I don't think you can go wrong with either one of them," Pluto said. "John has told me ... he's been very content at Akron."

https://chicago.suntimes.com/college-sports/2026/03/19/akron-zips-john-groce-crushing-it-illinois-texas-tech-ncaa-tournament-march-madness As Groce’s Illinois successor, Brad Underwood, continues to make the school look good for hiring him in 2017, Groce has become a rumored candidate for higher-level jobs, including at Butler and Cincinnati. “You can’t ever say never,” he said. “That’s just not how this deal works. I’m always open-minded.”

Christian Anderson not listed on Tech's injury report. https://x.com/i/status/2034825537747619977

Game day

#11) Zippy87 produces a top 10 list of fantastic finishes over the past 20 years, would be my choice 😂

What Saint Louis is doing to Georgia is certifiably amazing but also illegal in most states. The Tourney of the Mid Majors.

Shammah Scott's game-winner vs Toledo (2026) Watched it at least 10 times this week. Gets better each time.

Highlights. First goal build up starts at ~38 seconds 2nd goal build up starts at ~3:39

Jack Roman had the assist on the 2nd goal.

Akron shot 75% overall from the free throw line this season. However, they have struggled at the line in March: CMU - 6/11 (54%) NIU - 8/12 (66%) Buffalo - 11/18 (61%) Kent - 17/27 (63%) Toledo - 3/9 (33%) Overall - 45/77 (58%) Definitely something to watch tomorrow.

Not sure you'll hear of them again, so sure. They're joining with Elon next year I believe.

Took me way too long to realize they were not from NYC

Can I add Tournament participant Queens College of North Carolina to the list?

Little disappointed Penn won the Ivy. I would've loved to see that Yale team in this tournament

https://open.substack.com/pub/akronzippedup/p/game-preview-akron-faces-off-with?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email Excellent preview of tomorrow's game with all the relevant stats...from ZippedUp.