ZippyforPresident

Although it's a paycheck, I'm not a fan of scheduling games against top tier BCS programs, and with the new stadium coming I see no point in trying to schedule games at Cleveland Browns stadium. The objective is to build support for the football program amongst the student body, the alumni, and the surrounding community, and with a new on campus stadium that's a big step in the right direction. In my opinion our scheduling should somewhat resemble what coach D is trying to do with the basketball program, playing other mid majors and teams that are around our level that will play in AKRON for a home and home or at least a 2 for 1. Although there are more options in basketball I feel that idea might not be entirely out of the question for the football program. I think that creating a relationship with the Big East can be a good idea. The travel isn't too far for the most part and the Big East is a conference that is consistently putting teams into the top 25 nationally. Although we had a rough time vs. UConn last season I think a good MAC team can play with just about any Big East opponent. The main point however, which many of you have touched on is that we need to WIN GAMES. The key to putting butts in the seats is to establish a winning tradition which can only be done by winning the games you play. You've gotta beat the MAC teams if you wanna get a following. Win in your conference and schedule out of conference opponents that are solid or recognizable programs that aren't too far off from our level, who will play in our house, and you can establish a winning tradition that can be built off of. But the key is to keep the "home" games in Akron and to win IN AKRON. When people go to the games they want to see a winner, they want to expect to win, and see something that they can be proud of and unite over and say "that's right, that's my school, and I'm proud of it." I dunno, that's just my opinion.

Excellent job by the Zippers tonight and hats off to Nate Linhart. He's really been stepping it up as of late. Despite the MVP moniker I would say that he often gets overlooked by most of us fans. While everyone gives the recognition to the big three seniors (and they have earned it) Nate quietly keeps putting up really excellent numbers, like a double double again tonight. I'm going to go out on a limb here and say that he might be the most versatile and complete player on the team. By that I mean that he has so many aspects to his game. The guy is definitely one of the best defensive players on the team, he's a scrapper and is constantly high energy, he can hit the three ball pretty consistently, he has great presence around the basket (numerous tip ins, including the winner vs. OU) and is a good rebounder, and a pretty good ball handler for a big guy who can play the three or four. That's my opinion and I was just wondering what other members of 'The Nation' think. Go Zips! NIU who?

MVP!

This game was complete garbage from the beginning. I sure hope they're ready for Ball State or things could really start to get ugly. Blah.

It's Goddard time.

45-56, it's not quite over yet. At least I hope it's not...

I guess if the last two games are any indication then we've got them right where we want them? I've got nothing else... Ugh.

Manny should build a new place across the street.From what I've heard Manny is the one who opened Ray's in Highland Square next to a bar called The Matinee which is also a Nemr owned establishment. Speaking as a student I can't wait until the new stadium goes up. And yeah, the Plasma Center needs to go. I hate trying to walk past that place when its open. I can't think of a time I've walked past that place and haven't been asked to spare change , if I have a cigarette (I don't even smoke), threatened, or had a home bum attempt to scam me or my buddies in some way. I understand everyone has problems and sometimes people fall on hard times but hitting up college students for money is an exercise in futility. I just want to be able to walk to class or to the Taco Bell without having to make up excuses about why I've got no cash flow or why I can't sign their "petition" with my phone number and credit card number.

The thug from Can't who had to be restrained by the ref was #11 Jordan Mincy who had to be restrained from attacking Dials. There's a picture of it up on ESPN and the caption gives his name. http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/photos?photo...ameId=280232309

You know whats funny?.....the browns suck and pittsburgh beat you twice...ha ha ha love it. and went to the playoffs....just a serious question though.....are the browns showing off their super bowl trophies next year for the season opener?!?!?!?!?! hahahahaUmmmmm... Just out of curiousity, what does that comment have to do with Zips basketball, the OU Can't game, MAC basketball, or basketball in general? Anyway, I felt that OU turned in an excellent effort at home and their offense seemed to move more smoothly without Walther in the game, better passes and a good job kicking the ball out for open shots. Honestly I'm a little more nervous about facing Can't at the MAC Center now that they've tasted defeat in conference play, they're really going to be ready for us. However, I'm confident that the ZIPS will be fired up and Coach D will have the team ready to break out of the MAC Center with a W. But not to overlook tomorrow, lets remind the flunkin' falcons why we're #1 in the MAC!!

Nice free throw shooting tonight by the Zips. A very physical game and a good road win. Back to the JAR for two. See you all there!

Wood's presence inside is crucial, as well as free throw shooting. Come on Zips lets finish this one off!

Sounds like a brutal first half. 35-29 Zips.

This game should be in triple OT right now. Can someone please explain why Dials wasn't awarded three free throws? Clearly he was shooting the ball. That was a bonehead call if I've ever seen one. Regardless, great effort by the Zips. Time to get ready for Miami.

At 3:03 a.m. Zippy's lead is only 41 votes. Zippy 22,324 votes. That Ridiculous Orange Blob thing 22,283 votes. The Roo needs our help. If our favorite marsupial is going to see the finals she is going to need everyone's help. Go Zippy.

Northern most Denny's in the world, haha. Excellent pictures. Keep them coming! Go Zips!

I hope to see all of Zips Nation at the Rubber Bowl for the final game of the season, winning record or not. We are Zips and Zips don't quit. The Senior class deserves a worthwhile send off. With all of the heart that the seniors, and especially starters like Arthur, Tate, Corner, Stokes, Cecchetti, Schepp, and Mackey have shown this season the least us fans and students can do is get out to the final game of the season to show our support. With all that Mackey has left out on the field for our team this season I would find it near impossible to not show up next friday. The ESPN commentators were right about that guy, there should be an award named after him. LETS GO ZIPS!