Hilltopper

The Zips ticket office called me today with my hotel confirmation, so I asked them how ticket sales were going. They informed me that the entire 3000 seat allotment was completely sold out. They were advising people who called for tickets to contact the Ford field box office. They also me that NIU still had 2000 of their allotment unsold as of this afternoon.

We had alot of open 8-10 footers last night that no one took. Over and over the Zips passed those up in an effort to get closer to the basket. If your open, SHOOT!

They announced it at the BB game tonight also. Lets hope the ABJ makes some noise about this game.

The Canton Repository has done a decent job of covering the Zips this year. I would say that it was better than the ABJ.

I'll be there with 2 guests. Staying at the team hotel.

BTW, Mike Hatch sat behind me today. Recalled one of the greatest plays in Zips history. He returned a punt on the last play of the game against W Illinois to the 5 yd line and just before he was tackled he heaved the ball over his backwards and a Zip snagged it and ran it in for the winning TD

Probably the wost conditions ever for Zips game at the bowl today. Kudos to the fans who showed up, it was brutal

I would say that its a close race between OU, Bgsu, Toledo, and Miami. Those four schools fans consider their programs to be "legacys". Its obvious to them that any loss to one of the "lesser" programs is always a fluke. Thats why it about killed them when Marshall came in and dominated in football. Its time for a new era in MAC sports. I saw Mike Thomas at the game today and thanked him for leaving the program in better shape than when he arrived

It's official, tomorrows game against the Flushers means more than any game in the last 20 years. Not since another JD(Jim Denison) led us to the 1-AA playoffs has as much been on the line in a game we could actually win! I'll be there freezing my ass off and dreaming of Ford Field

How about Gordon Larson's last game as head coach(73?). It was the last year before artificial turf was installed at the bowl. The Zips played the Quantico Marines in a blizzard that turned the game into a huge muddy and snowy mess. They kicked our butts up one side and down the other. After the game on the radio they announced that Larson was stepping down and that assistant coach Jim Dennison would succed him. Larson stayed on as AD for several years. I hope that the team is ready for the Flushes, I'm sure they'll have a new wrinkle or two for us.

I hope you guys are right about Wood. My experience in dealing with 18-19 yr olds tells me that it might not happen. Its one thing to be delayed in your rehab by medical issues but that is not the case with Wood. He thought that he could just "play his way through it" and return to the court this year. I doubt that KD is making any future plans based on the return of JW. If he is willing to put in the work to return next season then thats great, but I wouldn't hold my breath.

I would bet that Wood never plays another game for the Zips.

The "almost interception" was just an attempt by Frye to let his buddy Edwards make a play. If Edwards had been paying attention he might have come up with the catch. The real interception was definatley Edwards fault and he has said as much. The "wobbler" towards the sideline was the result of getting hit right as he released the ball. All three of those plays happened right in front of me at the stadium Sunday.

The location change for the Pep band is a good move also. Putting them upstairs opens up more seating for students. Can't wait to see Charlie Coles have it out with the students.

I would say there were no more than 4000 actual fans last night. But i think that isn't too bad considering the weather forecast and the weeknight game date. The weather couldn't have been nicer and it was the Zips most consistant performance to date. I hope we lay some big numbers on the Flushers

I find it about as interesting/compelling as the Terrell Owens saga. *yawn* They make this Oddball clown out to be some sort of Che Guevara. It is a joke. That's all I will say regarding that topic. I agree CK about this Oddball character. All that goes on on that board is a bunch of endless flame wars and nonsense. About 25% of what is posted there is even worth looking at.

I would look to Sallee or Sowers to backup Dru until Dials is ready to go. Dials is much further along on his rehab than Wood. If there are no setbacks he could be a big factor this season. Someone with a dependable 3-point shot would really help. Preston looks the same and Millum looks like he gained a few pounds. I think that Conyers is having transcript problems similar to what happen to Jason Taylor when he first enrolled. Hopefully this will be sorted out soon.

All I can say is I TOLD YOU SO! A week ago people on this board were saying that Wood looked fine at the opening night preview and all would be well in Zipland and with the BB team. All along I told you guys that Wood was dogging it and not doing his rehab. I think Dambrots statements at the MAC media day are a way to send a message to Wood, either shape up or ship out. With this coach its all about the TEAM! If you don't want to work you won't play.

I think the ABJ may have finally got the message. They have heard quite alot from people like us who are demanding more coverage of LOCAL NEWS! If the paper gets on the bandwagon about a new stadium it will go a long way in making it happen.

I was just trying to stay dry and warm.

Sloopy, I saw it a little differently last night. Dials appears to be in much better shape than Wood. Dials is highly motivated and looks as though he will be ready to play soon. Wood an the other hand looked slow and out of shape. He had a noticeable limp and looked lost. My guess is that Dials will contribute sooner than Wood. How about that combo dunk by Futch and Joyce? that was funny

From what I hear in Woods case its from a lack of effort. Dials is just the opposite, they are trying to slow him down so there is no problems later.

When did "J.. Brookhart" take over as coach? Is that JD's unknown twin? Leave ti to the ABJ to make sure they are always right!

I wish I could be optimistic about this but you have to consider that the Tribe din't play last night and the Browns are headed into a bye week. A more likely explaination is it's a slow news day!

Seems Charlie has beaten one of Spurriers golden boys for the #2 spot. http://aolsvc.news.aol.com/sports/article....905154309990010