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I've been debating this Zach. But, the financial reality will likely win out ... stay home for the Syracuse football game and save for a December trip to Santa Barbara. Go Zips!!!

No problem. I haven't been over to campus that often lately; so, I know how it is to want to see pictures. Sorry all I had was my cell phone camera.

Some pics from today.

The USA won. USA 3 N. Ireland 0 http://www.nimilkcup.org/?tabindex=23&tabid=3575 MILK CUP RESULTS Elite Section Northern Ireland Milk Cup Winners - U.S.A. Runners up - N. Ireland 3rd - Denmark 4th - Mexico 5th - Japan 6th - China http://www.nimilkcup.org/?module=datalistd...88-0d583dc81a9b U.S. U-20 Men's National Team Wins Milk Cup with Emphatic 3-0 Victory Against Host Northern Ireland http://www.ussoccer.com/News/U-20-MNT/2010...s-Milk-Cup.aspx BALLYMENA, Northern Ireland (July 30, 2010) – The U.S. U-20 Men’s National Team took the Milk Cup title with a 3-0 win against tournament host Northern Ireland at the Showgrounds in Ballymena. Gale Agbossoumonde, Juan Agudelo and Adrian Reulas each scored for the U.S., which dominated the match to take its first Milk Cup title since 2005. U.S. goalkeeper Zac MacMath marshalled a solid defensive unit that included Zarek Valentin, Agbossoumonde, Perry Kitchen and Greg Garza. The group held Northern Ireland to just seven shots, none of which were especially dangerous for MacMath. The U.S. earned its place in the final with wins against China (1-0) and Denmark (3-2), and was the only team in the Elite Section to win its first two matches. Rongen used every field player on his roster and both goalkeepers during the three-game tournament. Against Northern Ireland, the U.S. took the lead in the 24th minute, when Agbossoumonde, who wore the captain’s armband in all three games, lined up a free kick from 20 yards. He took a long run up to the ball and fired it through the wall, giving the ‘keeper no chance to react as the ball skipped into the side netting. The American side continued to press, and had a goal disallowed just moments later. In the 43rd minute, Agudelo pounced on a ball just inside his attacking half, and, with a great individual effort, went past two defenders. He created enough space to wind up his shot, lifting the ball over goalkeeper Wayne Drummond and dipping it just under the crossbar to double the U.S. lead before the half. In the second half, a great passing combination led Valentin wide with the ball near the end line. The Akron defender turned and slotted the ball back for strike partner Ruelas, who hit the ball first time and ripped it into the far post from 15 yards for his third goal of the Milk Cup.

Thanks 72 Roo. That's how I thought it was playing out, but didn't know for certain. I'm very happy with what we're getting this year. Last year I convinced a number of soccer fans at work to come to a game; they loved what they saw and kept coming back. They're also telling others about Akron soccer. Hopefully, we'll see a lot of games with large crowds.

It's awesome that there is room for the Rowdies behind the west goal this season. Bring on the Vuvuzelas!

ouch...not even close. It's too bad. From what I saw in person last Saturday, it looks great and appears to be easily expandable. There should be space to add more bleachers on the south side and, if the tennis courts are coming out, seating could eventually be added on the north side behind the team benches. To me, the #1 priority is the field. I hope that the turf has had time to take hold and that the drainage system works as planned. I don't ever want to see the Zips have to move any of their home games to an alternate field again. BTW...I saw part of (tuned in late) a replay of Coach Porter's talk at the Akron [City Club (?)] last night on Time Warner (original date was late May 2010)...I'm totally ready for this season to start. GO ZIPS! Also, nice pick, by Coach Porter, of Spain as a definite possibility to win the 2010 World Cup. First team he mentioned when asked.

I didn't see it, but here's an article with more detail. The answer to your question is, Yes. Article

Just having fun with you Zach. Your last sentence threw me off. http://zipsnation.org/forums//index.php?s=...st&p=117794 Last year's Zips squad proved that height doesn't really matter. I doubt this is the case with Akron getting these two, but most colleges will often choose to go after players who are big-bodied and play physical kick-the-ball-forward american style soccer instead of shorter ones who know how to play the beautiful game. I don't think that's what Akron is doing here, as I said. I just don't see the need for taller players in soccer outside the keeper position.

US U-20 to Play Host N Ireland in Final

Thanks Zach.

I thought I read that height wasn't any sort of advantage in soccer? You caught that, too.

U.S. U-20 MNT Tops China at the Milk Cup in Northern Ireland July 27, 2010 BALLYMENA, Northern Ireland (July 26, 2010) -- The U.S. Under-20 Men's National Team opened its campaign at the prestigious Milk Cup with a 1-0 victory against China. Forward Omar Salgado scored the game's only goal in the 18th minute, while goalkeeper Zac MacMath and defenders Zarek Valentin, Perry Kitchen, Gale Agbossoumonde and Greg Garza held onto the shutout. Valentin was mobile from his right back position and got forward in the first half via a give and go with Alex Molano to get into the corner. Valentin touched it back for Molano, who played a good ball into the area, where the 6-foot 4-inch Salgado jumped over his defender to head the ball in at he back post in his first international game. The U.S. will next play Denmark on Wednesday, July 28, at 8 p.m. local time (3 p.m. ET) with a chance to advance to the championship game of the tournament's Elite division. U.S. Under-20 Men’s National Team Match Report Participants: U.S. U-20 MNT vs. China Competition: 2010 Milk Cup Location: Ballymena Showgrounds, Northern Ireland Date: July 26, 2010 Time: 8:00 p.m. Local Weather: Cool and Damp Scoring Summary: 1 2 F USA 1 0 1 CHN 0 0 0 USA – Omar Salgado (Alex Molano) 18th minute Lineups: USA: 18-Zac MacMath; 2-Zarek Valentin, 6-Perry Kitchen, 22-Gale Agbossoumonde, 5-Greg Garza (15-Bryan De La Fuente, 46); 10-Francisco Navas Cobo (8-Dillon Powers, 46), 12-Conor Shanosky, 7-Alex Molano (16-Ernest Nungaray, 67), 14-Fuad Ibrahim; 17-Juan Agudelo, 9-Omar Salgado (13-Adrian Ruelas, 88) Subs Not Used: 3-Sacir Hot, 19-Ethan White, 24-Samir Badr Head Coach: Thomas Rongen CHN: 12-Dong Jianhong; 14-Shi Ke, 5-Lei Tenglong (7-Zang Hongan, 91), 3-Ma Chongchong, 6-Cai Shun; 16-Liu Binbin (24-Bi Jinhao, 88), 11-Zou Yucheng, 20-Wang Tong (15-Liu Yang, 81), 19-Zang Xizhe; 17-Gu Bin, 23-Men Yang (18-Ji Chao, 72) Subs Not Used: 10-Peng Xinli, 21-Tan Tiancheng Head Coach: N/A Statistical Summary: USA / CHN Shots 12 / 9 Saves 5 / 2 Fouls 12 / 7 Corner Kicks 7 / 6 Offside 1 / 2 Misconduct Summary: None Milk Cup Elite Division Schedule/Results Date Result June 26 Denmark 4, Japan 1 June 26 USA 1, China 0 June 26 Mexico 1, Northern Ireland 1 June 28 USA vs. Denmark June 28 Northern Ireland vs. China June 28 Mexico vs. Japan Source

No. We needed someone who has proven that they know how to run a football program as a head coach. How in love are you with Notre Dame that you believe that Ianello is at all qualified to do that just by virtue of him cleaning Charlie Weis' man-bras? Notre Dame is not what it used to be, it's not some great college football mecca, and hasn't been for 20 years. Stop living in the past. Notre Dame is just a step above the MAC, and a step behind the big Ten. Being at a "big program" just means that they don't understand what it takes to run a program that isn't big. At all his previous jobs, Ianello's recruits were falling over themselves to join a BCS school or Notre Dame. He didn't have to work to get recruits at all. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urban_Meyer If you do some research, life will be easier for you down the road. But you are young and prone to being rash. But since you are a Zip...I have high hopes for you still!!! ;-) Go Zips!!!! You're right, Darkwaters. An excellent example of someone without offensive/defensive coordinator or lower level HC experience becoming a great D1 HC. MEYER'S COACHING CHRONOLOGY Year School Assignment Bowl Experience 1986 Ohio State Tight ends (Grad. Asst.) Cotton Bowl 1987 Ohio State Receivers (Grad. Asst.) 1988 Illinois State Outside Linebackers 1989 Illinois State Quarterbacks/Wide Receivers 1990 Colorado State Wide Receivers Freedom Bowl 1991 Colorado State Wide Receivers 1992 Colorado State Wide Receivers 1993 Colorado State Wide Receivers 1994 Colorado State Wide Receivers Holiday Bowl 1995 Colorado State Wide Receivers Holiday Bowl 1996 Notre Dame Wide Receivers 1997 Notre Dame Wide Receivers Independence Bowl 1998 Notre Dame Wide Receivers/Special Teams Gator Bowl 1999 Notre Dame Wide Receivers 2000 Notre Dame Wide Receivers Fiesta Bowl 2001 Bowling Green Head Coach 2002 Bowling Green Head Coach 2003 Utah Head Coach

Praise from SAF! I was thinking maybe he was referring to Kei Kamara, who had a goal and assist, but Teal WAS playing the central striker. We'll take it! KC Star (article below) KC Wizards stadium commercial with Kamara, Bunbury ... is awesome Charles Gooch The Kansas City Star During last night's broadcast of the Kansas City Wizards-Manchester United game, fans were treated to the Wizards new commercial for their new stadium. And... it was funny and awesome. It stars forwards Kei Kamara and Teal "That Big Lad Up Front" Bunbury* getting ready for the stadium opening. *Teal's new nickname comes from Sir Alex Ferguson himself. Sir Alex Ferguson interview (comment on Teal at ~1:12): SAF post match interview

Thanks Z.I.P. I watched the highlights of that game on the Sounders website at lunch. Wish I could have seen it (too late Eastern time) or had a DVR. I'm actually going to be in LA on August 14th and am looking forward to seeing Seattle at Chivas USA.

A couple of pics from yesterday.

Although I agree that RI deserves a chance, I disagree with believing "we got the best that was out there". IMHO, Wistrcill did not give due diligence to the search for a head coach. He took the easy way out and hired a former acquaintance. I don't like RI's qualifications (i.e., "lack thereof") and am not excited about football season. I did renew my season ticket, but I fully expect to just go and watch with little to get excited about. I'm certain there were numerous successful head coaches at FCS and lower division schools who would have taken the opportunity to move to FBS. Although nothing is guaranteed, a successful HC from a lower division would have given me more confidence in his abilities to "run" a football team. People around here lost credibility when you guys starting calling for Larry Kehres of Mt Union and guys alike. I don't care if RI was a waterboy at Notre Dame, he has a better resume than some guy who coaches D2 or D3 football. The only way I could accept even a FCS coach is if they had a handful of National Championships and even then I might not think too much of them. We needed someone from a big school. Well, we agree to DISAGREE then. You may think you're all-knowing, but you're not. We'll see how this plays out. The only part of your statement upon which we agree is your use of the waterboy analogy...it's close to the mark. Yeah Assistant Head Coach and Interim Head Coach is so close to waterboy. Assistant HC - offense; what is that? Interim HC...when? during which games did he serve as HC? I've already shared more of my misgivings than I ever wanted to on this forum. As I said, I renewed my season ticket and will see how it plays out. I will gladly "eat crow" if/when my expectations are more than exceeded.

Although I agree that RI deserves a chance, I disagree with believing "we got the best that was out there". IMHO, Wistrcill did not give due diligence to the search for a head coach. He took the easy way out and hired a former acquaintance. I don't like RI's qualifications (i.e., "lack thereof") and am not excited about football season. I did renew my season ticket, but I fully expect to just go and watch with little to get excited about. I'm certain there were numerous successful head coaches at FCS and lower division schools who would have taken the opportunity to move to FBS. Although nothing is guaranteed, a successful HC from a lower division would have given me more confidence in his abilities to "run" a football team. People around here lost credibility when you guys starting calling for Larry Kehres of Mt Union and guys alike. I don't care if RI was a waterboy at Notre Dame, he has a better resume than some guy who coaches D2 or D3 football. The only way I could accept even a FCS coach is if they had a handful of National Championships and even then I might not think too much of them. We needed someone from a big school. Well, we agree to DISAGREE then. You may think you're all-knowing, but you're not. We'll see how this plays out. The only part of your statement upon which we agree is your use of the waterboy analogy...it's close to the mark.

Although I agree that RI deserves a chance, I disagree with believing "we got the best that was out there". IMHO, Wistrcill did not give due diligence to the search for a head coach. He took the easy way out and hired a former acquaintance. I don't like RI's qualifications (i.e., "lack thereof") and am not excited about football season. I did renew my season ticket, but I fully expect to just go and watch with little to get excited about. I'm certain there were numerous successful head coaches at FCS and lower division schools who would have taken the opportunity to move to FBS. Although nothing is guaranteed, a successful HC from a lower division would have given me more confidence in his abilities to "run" a football team.

Last year's Zips squad proved that height doesn't really matter. I doubt this is the case with Akron getting these two, but most colleges will often choose to go after players who are big-bodied and play physical kick-the-ball-forward american style soccer instead of shorter ones who know how to play the beautiful game. I don't think that's what Akron is doing here, as I said. I just don't see the need for taller players in soccer outside the keeper position. I don't know...taller strikers may be helpful scoring head shots off of corner kicks.

Sorry if this has been posted previously, but two additions to the Men's roster, from Kingston Jamaica, are up on GoZips. 2010 Men's Soccer Roster #11 Darren Mattocks #19 McKauly Tulloch Welcome to Akron! EDIT One Mattocks article from Nov 2009

339 minute scoreless streak! Three games and 69 minutes without a goal. I wouldn't expect KC to suddenly become a title contender -- or likely even a playoff contender -- but I'd sure look for Teal Bunbury to get a lot more playing time in the next weeks, if the KC coach wishes to keep his job. the only other real goal scorer on their side is Kei Kamara, and there aren't many defenses that he scares. By the way, would FSC and other announcers please learn his name -- it's pronounced Kay, not Kai! Oh, well. Way to go Buns. Now if Seattle can just win a game -- think they're on ESPN2 on Thursday. Columbus takes on NYRB on Saturday -- will Thierry Henry be in uniform?? Seattle vs DC United tonight at 8 pm EDT (I believe) on ESPN2.

Teal scored the only and winning goal. I believe it was his first MLS goal, and KC's 1st road win this season. Teal started and played the entire game. After his goal, he went to the sideline and saluted the crowd, just like last season with the Zips. ONN would not show who he was saluting, if anyone in particular. If anyone reading this was there, was he saluting AK-Rowdies or other Zips' fans in the crowd? Go Zips! EDIT: KC 1, Col 0 Bunbury returned to Ohio where he played last season for the University of Akron and scored his first MLS goal in the 14th minute to end KC's 339-minute scoreless streak. Wizards Manager Peter Vermes had made two changes to the starting lineup from last week’s 2-0 loss to Chivas USA, with midfielder Craig Rocastle going for Jack Jewsbury and Bunbury taking the place of forward Josh Wolff.