AkronAlumnus

I can concede the point that it may not be an entire sellout, however, even if it's the best crowd the zips have seen all season it would still be in their best interest to host. The University of Akron has extended scholarships to players on Massillon's team. I'm sure it wouldn't hurt the universities football program to get a glimpse of some talent within Hoban. I think the parents of the players and their entire fan-bases should be able to see their respective schools play. I know this is an Akron football thread (not a bash the OHSAA thread), however, I just don't think its fair if they put Massillon/Hoban in a stadium that only holds 5000 fans. I think it's in Akron's best interest to host this game and I think they should do everything in their power to ensure the game is here.

First off, thank you for the insight, you bring forward some very valid points. Ok so, just out of curiosity, let's say the winner plays local powerhouse Archbishop Hoban. Next week the university will not be hosting two NCAA tournament soccer games, in addition to, two women's basketball games. Do you think The University of Akron will submit a bid to hold that playoff game? While I agree with the premise of what you stated I do not think D1 and D7 will bring in the same amount of money. If Massillon squares off against Hoban next week I think InfoCision will be, damn near, sold out. I know that the university gets a portion of all tickets sold, in addition to, all money generated from concessions. They may even get a % of revenue generated from online streams (don't quote me on that). I do not think a McKinley/Mentor or a "division 7". game would generate the same amount of ticket/concession sales.

Does anyone know why The University of Akron refuses to rent out the stadium for high-school playoff games? Massillon is taking on Massillon-Perry this Friday night and the university turned down the opportunity to host this game. There were expected to be 25,000 fans in attendance between the two schools, in addition to, community members wanting to see a closely contested rivalry/storyline play out. Someone said the zips average home attendance is 700 (this season); allowing this game would benefit the university financially, as well as, allowing students and athletes the opportunity to see/explore and take in our great campus. I just don't understand the universities thought process behind this decision. Now we're stuck playing in a stadium that fits 1/8th of our fans and the parents can't watch their kids final game (potentially). Can you guys share some thoughts on this?

I think Akron has a chance to make this a very close game.. The Zips have a tendency to play good teams very well. (look at last year when they almost beat #16 Clemson and #7 Nevada). Upon looking at the big 12 power rankings WVU is among the bottom half of the teams, therefore, they may not be as good as many commentators (mainly ESPN) are predicting. In addition to their low ranking, they're also going to be playing their first game, as a result, they may be rusty and come out of the gate slow.

interesting take

Just face it guys.. Akron football flat out stinks. I wouldn't be surprised if local powerhouses i.e. Massillon Washington and Akron Hoban could upend this zips squad, however, there is a bright side, basketball season is right around the corner.

I am bummed out for I have to miss the opener, due to working the election, hopefully the Zips put up some big numbers and show an increase in growth from last season.

According to Kenpom.com Akron ranks 124th out of 353 teams. Four MAC teams ahead of us.

What does the red mean? Inactive for the season?

Any validity behind X's chance of winning MAC player of the year? Read an article over the summer that gave him the third highest odds to win POY, however, I can not find the article anymore.

ESPN+ or Reddit

100-0 Zips

Do you guys think we will go undefeated in our non-conference home games this season? I think the only possible loss is UMass, however, I think the Zips should be able to run a bottom-tier A-10 team out of the JAR.

I personally think Tyler Cheese will have the biggest impact on the team this year.

Do you guys think this years team has more talent than last years team?

Hopefully the Zips will be able to obtain a record of 8-0 at home prior to conference play.

I think Akron will make this game a-lot closer than many folks have predicted.

As a Michigan fan, I can say with confidence that Brandon Peters closely resembles a bump on a log. A little story you may find fascinating. One of the games I attended at UMich there was a fan who held a sign reading "send Peters to North Korea so he can overthrow their dictator." It was funny in the moment aha.

Maybe summer activities are optional and not mandatory.. I too have not seen Michael Dawson.

Does anyone know what's going on with LePear Toles? He isn't present in this photo nor has he been in any of the photos @ZipsMbb has tweeted/posted.

That is a great idea! College students also love their beer. Haha. If that doesn't get people in the door and generate revenue I don't know what would.

E-Sports *cough cough*

Solely out of curiosity.. How do you purpose we fix the athletic programs (mainly basketball)? As a younger Alum I am worried about the future of Akron athletics. The only solution I can think of would be reducing the price of tickets, as a result, we will be able to get more people in the door and generate more "hype" surrounding the program. I would rather sell 500 $10 tickets than 100 $30-$40 tickets.

It's always nice to welcome non-MAC teams into the JAR. Especially if their conference is as big or bigger than ours. Yeah, UMass may be bottom feeders in the A10, however, they're still members of a conference whom usually has two or three teams present in the big dance. They also have some notable basketball alumni such as Marcus Camby and Jules Erving.

If you scroll down, almost to the bottom of the page, you will also see the Battle for the Capital. Featuring Akron, Liberty, Towson and Tulane. Mhmm, could this mean the Zips participate in two tournaments one in November and one in December?