Z.I.P.

For some strange reason, I can't help thinking they'd get a better turnout if they held the session with Steelers rather than Brownies. Maybe even GP1 would show.

While the article is linked from the front page, I thought this deserved a separate thread. I'm semi-shocked, after the first season results.

It took former Zip Mike Green about three minutes to become accustomed to Division 2 basketball after his reserve appearance began five minutes into last night's game versus New Zealand's All-Maori team. He quickly took three seemingly poor-percentage three-pointers (though the third fell in), and made a bad defensive foul before shaking off the cobwebs and leading Chaminade University of Honolulu to a 117-103 victory with a career high 30 points and five rebounds. I never expected the guy to be an outside gunner, however, that was the way his play went in making 6 of 12 three point attempts for the Silverswords. This Chaminade team looks to be their most athletic and entertaining squad in many years, led by Coach Eric Bovaird, formerly of West Liberty in Wheeling, WV. They host the Maui Invitational on ESPN in two weeks. beginning I think vs Illinois, a game they may have a punchers shot in.

I'll find out whether Michael Green (and Chaminade's coach) are interested in recruiting a former Jackson Polar Bear, and turning the Silverswords into a receptacle for washed out MAC players. CUH (Chaminade U of Honolulu) plays the New Zealand National team Tue. night. Mike will be playing the 4-spot for the Swords, as they're very low on both size and bodies. Good thing he can play right away.

Very interesting to know Keith is a soccer dad! A diversely talented sporting family. Baseball, basketball, soccer. I know the Dambrots are keen observers of human behavior. I was a classmate of Keith's, and his sister was in a couple of my psych classes, one I think taught by their mom.

I noticed that Mike Green is listed on the roster for local school Chaminade U. this year (and not as a red shirt). Is there a no-redshirt rule for transfers from D1-to-D2? May go to game next week and see if he plays.

Wear your Daniel Boone jacket. And bell-bottoms. They won't suspect a thing.

Please let me (and Gozips) know if they can do an Akron aloha shirt. lol

WOW! I can't find anything on the net about the punch. Anyone see anything? Vom Steeg has a bad enough reputation already without his guys beating up the officials.

Well, I WAS going to suggest you all arrive in Oneonta early and take in the Hall of Fame. Unfortunately, this article describes how that is no longer possible. Apparently, there is no permanent museum for US soccer any longer.

Thanks for the great news on the tailgate. I hear we won the game also. Meves' clean sheet run ends.

Yeah -- so what's new? Did anyone really think this team would be competiitive this year...or next? But in all truthfullness, they are one of the most improved teams in the MAC. This NIU team would have scored 50 in the first half against Ianello's team.

Just out of curiosity, what does this year's scarf look like/say? This is first year I haven't gotten a scarf for the $40 cost of women's tix.

One word: Stupid.

Holy Cow! Didn't see that before. What's wrong with our central defender?

Actually, if they took him in Rd 1, I would be shocked! Has anyone seen Meves' name in any pre-draft analyses? I also wonder -- how much power Caleb has in scouting/draft selection? This is an area where I worry about clashes between Porter and Wilkinson.

My prediction: EMU will be at least the #3 team in the league.

This is the biggest takeaway from that story: After final rankings last three years of 15-20-17, they rank the MAC #13 conference this season. Now, can we get two teams in top 40 or better?

Just reminds me how much I would love to be at PGE Park (Is it still called that?) in Portland for either the opener or the first Cascadia Derby in 2013. Can you put the coach's name on the back of your shirt?

Well, Jas thanks for that slap to the memory cells. However, anyone under 50 may just think you're writing about the newest thing from Mattel.

This will no doubt be on all the Cleveland news tonight. How could anyone fail to click on a heading like this one? Not only was I susprised to see it happening at Akron City Hall, but that the UA has a K-9 unit. Who'dathunkit?

What is Quincy's academic standing now? Does he lose his scholarship? Can he take classes/is he enrolled? Like KD, I hope for the best for him, just stay away from tennis players. edit: Apparently Class of 82 answered that while I was writing.

Ahem...aka fknbuflobo. I share part of your concern, because I feel Embick lacks the national name recognition needed -- and the experience outside Caleb's cocoon to lead a national recruiting program. Because of that, I am surprised you fail to mention Kenny Arena. He's just about the same age Caleb was seven years ago (31 I believe, a year older, amazingly). For those who remember, the old AD regime brought "Old Man Arena" USMNT Coach Bruce onto the search committee at that time. What role he had time to play is a good question. The name cache' alone created a buzz of attention at the time. I like Maisonneuve also -- like Caleb in 2005, he should know his potential to replace his current boss anytime soon is very low. Take a look at Billy Thompson (Crew Academy Coaching Dir.), who I mentioned earlier. He's well known enough in the region, and is a former UCLA All-American.

According to anthropologist John Sherry, these students are helping Notre Dame build its brand even as they nuture tradition and foster inter-generational community. I just love this discussion of Anthropology of Sport, but in this case, I have to wonder (from the pix), if we aren't delving into retail anthropology. I suspect the real brand being built here starts with B-U-D...

I NEVER thought I would be writing this, but put me on the dadgum bandwagon! Tennessee is a top 40-50 team, better than anyone we'll play the rest of this season (sorry for that admission Jupiter2). Win the next two at home, and Akron becomes a bowl contender! Good Grief! Do we have to win seven to become eligible with the Morgan St game? I don't think so -- we can choose one of those every so many years to be eligible...