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It is remarkable that someone who can (justifiably) root for national powerhouses such as Purdue and UConn chooses to be a Zips fan. Go Zips!

I was among those who were upset with the way Dambrot left. I did not root for him at Duquesne. Having said that, KD is still a fellow Zip alumnus who seems to care about the university. I am rooting for him in his future endeavors. When it comes to Dru. Why exactly would any Zips fan not root for him? Seriously! Please give me one reason. I am waiting...

We had opportunities to earn a higher seed but we lost to St. Bonny, UNLV, Drake, and James Madison. If we want respect, we have to prove that we can beat teams other than EMU and BG.

Speaking of Indiana State, wasn't the NET ranking supposed to be the criterion used for at-large bids? How on earth was #29 Indiana State left out?

Darryl Peterson played the 3. Maybe Nick Dials?

Except for the fact that a competent person operated the clock at Millet Hall. That was NOT the case at the Q.

That stinks! 🤢 The last few minutes of a close game!

Thank you, Zips for a very entertaining game and a very nice evening. Best $10 I spent in my life.

I know it is only May, but I have never been that excited about a Zips team since Zeke Marshall's senior year. If things go well, this team is built for winning NCAA games.

Allow me to admit that, 15 years ago, I was not a fan of John Groce. I hated OU and hated how they had our number and I was so jealous (and in awe) of their 2x NCAA success. When KD bolted, I did not think we had a chance at coach Groce (just like I didn't think we can get coach Mo this year). I was THRILLED when we got him. Over the last few years, I admired his ability to put together a good team. I mostly loved his craftiness and his ability to make mid-game adjustments. I also enjoy seeing how relaxed his players seem to be and how much they appear to enjoy playing for him. Yesterday, during the game, coach Groce was masterful at demonstrating all of the above. But it was the postgame press conference that blew my mind: 1 - He made sure to talk extensively about the 2019-2020 team did not play in the MAC tournament. He named the players, one by one...even bench warmers. He made sure to give them credit for changing the culture and helping this team be successful!!!! 2 - Without being asked, he pointed out that he inherited a great program from the "tremendous" (or terrific, I can't remember) coach before him. 3 - For no obvious reason, he found a way to bring up Brian Walsh, called him "one of our guys"!!!!!! and extensively singing his praises. 4 - He took the high road and dismissed the impact of the KSU video on his team I tip my hat to coach Groce. A great basketball coach and most importantly, a classy, classy, individual who makes me proud to be a Zip.

In my opinion, the real test is the NCAA tournament. If we take out last year (tournament was not played) and this year (no tournament yet), Groce has coached in seven full seasons and made the tournament in 2 of them. That's a much better percentage than Dambrot (3/15) or Coles (4/22). More impressive is the fact that, at the tournament, he is the only one with a winning record. Back to your original question, I don't see a reason for a coach to not accept an extension knowing that it is a one way commitment. Groce will probably accept the extension and when a higher profile team comes calling, he can easily leave. My hope is that in this odd year, with all things considered, not many big programs will fire their coaches and therefore, there shouldn't be many attractive jobs.

The best $50 I ever spent.

First of all, the ref was literally RIGHT THERE and had an unobstructed line of sight. Second, there is no angle or way for anyone to see "undisputed evidence" that the foot was all in bounds from this. This is not a human mistake bad call...this is beyond that!

We traveled and were in the stadium on time. They sold tickets, parking passes, advertisements, TV rights. The game was kicked off. They have to pay...I am no lawyer but that is an easily winnable law suit.

No doubt! my sadness is not regarding his leadership. I am sad to see the events at the school I love. And I am afraid that the effect of some of these decisions may be irreversible. I am all for cutting UG programs with low enrollment but cutting graduate programs in fields that have good UG enrollment is absolutely insane and unjustifiable.