Zip_ME87

What matters about Cleveland Browns Stadium in that it is a PRO STADIUM...where our football players should aspire to be following college. Ohio Stadium is meaningless in that regard.

Back to topic...At the Honor's College presentation to the high school junior's today, the Dean of the Honors College said that they will have the kicker for the football team in the Honor's College this year.

While at the Blue-Gold game...I overheard that Matta wanted a 3 for 1, and Akron, rightfully, said 'No'. I also overheard something about a team that was 2500 miles away playing the Zips at the Q. That must have been Gonzaga.Thanks for the tidbits. Wish I could have been at the banquet.

I thought I overheard Steve french say that there is some big wrestling tournament at the Field House next weekend. That's why the Spring Game was yesterday. I think it worked out better this way anyhow since Ohio State has their Spring Game next weekend. (I won't say anymore on that subject.)

Thanks for posting that. Best wishes for Andy.

I feel terrible for the Kansas State alumini, students, players, etc., but a coach is a person too. I believe Bob Huggins father, Charlie, still lives in Tuscarawas County, Ohio and is a member of the New Phildelphia Baptist Church. I also believe Bob Huggins mother passed away not too long ago. You can't fault a person for wanting to be closer to his family. You can joke about West Virginia and say blah, blah, blah all you want about returning to your roots. But, I know it was hard for me when I lived 600+ miles away and my father passed away. As soon as I got the opportunity to return home to Ohio, I took it to be closer to my family. Sometimes a person just has to take an opportunity when it presents itself.

I met Sean and talked with him for quite awhile at last April's (2006) football Open House at the Field House. He seemed very dedicated to winning at UA and happy with his decision to come to here. I don't know if he's ready yet, but I sure hope he gets a chance. He certainly has the right attitude. I look forward to seeing him in the Spring game on the 15th.Since he was born in Dublin, OH, he might also have a little extra incentive to kick some Buckeye butt.

Jim Tressel is 62-14 at OSU in 5 years, 4-2 in Bowl games, and 1-1 in National Title games. Certainly not perfect, but pretty damn good. Last year they went 12-1, with the only loss being against Florida. How exactly is that "less than remarkable"??? My post was badly phrased...I meant that he has had one season that was less than remarkable. Thus, it is not a forgone conclusion that the Zips will lose.

I agree that we have a chance against Ohio State. The Buckeyes don't know who their QB is, and they struggled prior to Troy Smith. They've got other holes to fill, and they're not unbeatable.I would appreciate if the Nation had a little more faith. If we don't, then how can we expect our team to? But the Zips don't know who their QB is either. If they did, I really do think they'd have a shot. But Chris Wells > Dennis Kennedy and OSU Defense > Akron Defense...so I don't think it'll be much of a match. And how did OSU struggle prior Troy Smith? He began starting or at least sharing starting duties in 04-05...the previous year they won the Fiesta Bowl and finished #4 in the country...the year before that they were National Champs. Excuse me, you forgot 2004 when they lost to Northwestern, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Purdue, and went to the top rated Alamo Bowl. How far do you want to go back? They won big time the two years before Smith. Your comment came across as the Bucks couldn't win without Troy Smith...so I proved it wrong. That's all. I didn't go back any further than you did. (I went to 2004; you went to 2002.)My point was not that the Buckeyes can't win without Smith; my point was that Tressel is not infallable. Not just because of the Florida blowout, but he has had a less than remarkable season.

I can't believe that we are arguing this. My point is that if you believe you can't do something, then you won't. I hope all of you naysayers stay at home in Akron and do not attend this game. I intend to go to the Shoe with a little better outlook/expectation than this.I never said that the Zips will win, but I wouldn't bother to go if I didn't think they had a chance.

I agree that we have a chance against Ohio State. The Buckeyes don't know who their QB is, and they struggled prior to Troy Smith. They've got other holes to fill, and they're not unbeatable.I would appreciate if the Nation had a little more faith. If we don't, then how can we expect our team to? But the Zips don't know who their QB is either. If they did, I really do think they'd have a shot. But Chris Wells > Dennis Kennedy and OSU Defense > Akron Defense...so I don't think it'll be much of a match. And how did OSU struggle prior Troy Smith? He began starting or at least sharing starting duties in 04-05...the previous year they won the Fiesta Bowl and finished #4 in the country...the year before that they were National Champs. Excuse me, you forgot 2004 when they lost to Northwestern, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Purdue, and went to the top rated Alamo Bowl.http://ohiostatebuckeyes.cstv.com/sports/m...sched-2004.html

OMG...I hope our players don't read this thread.If they think like this, then UA has NO CHANCE. And, I personally don't want them to live down to these expectations.

I agree that we have a chance against Ohio State. The Buckeyes don't know who their QB is, and they struggled prior to Troy Smith. They've got other holes to fill, and they're not unbeatable.I would appreciate if the Nation had a little more faith. If we don't, then how can we expect our team to?

I agree RowdyZip. What I hate about these threads is that loyal Zips fans trash other loyal Zips fans. I hate that! Celebrate the Zips. Disagree with the opinions of other Zips fans. But, we're all united in our love for the Zips, so why bash each other.

For anyone who grew up in Ohio, it is not ridiculous to be a Buckeye fan. I was a Buckeye fan long before I attended the University of Akron. Now that I am a UA Alumnus, UA is #1. But, being a Zips fan does not mean that I cannot be a Buckeye fan. As has been pointed out many times, the Zips and Buckeyes are not in the same conference and do not compete head-to-head often. When they do, I definitely want the Zips to win.I am an OHIOAN...a BUCKEYE. Why should I be happy that Florida beat Ohio State?

SGM, i agree. That was the point of my post...that the NCAA and NIT FEAR THE ROO, so we were not invited. Let's move on and be positive about next season!

BTW...Since the NCAA runs both the NCAA and NIT now, I meant the NCAA as a whole (either tourney).But, CK's response was what I was really expecting.Thanks.

I think you shoudn't quit your day job. I agree. Thanks Captain!

Maybe I shouldn't bring this up again because a number of people wanted to drop it, but it is possible to make something positive out of the T-shirt idea. How about something like:26 and 7 overall13 and 1 at homeNo NCAA invitation…FEAR THE ROO!

Very well thought out and said Zip Watcher. This is the kind of e-mail that I hope Coach Dambrot, staff, and team are receiving.I sent a supportive/positive e-mail 2 days ago, but it dwarfs in comparison to the sentiments you have stated here.

I'm with you. Go Redhawks! I read mostly supportive posts on their board as well and all of my colleagues who graduated from other MAC schools including Miami (and K.e.n.t) have been sympathetic and supportive.

Certainly can't count on the MAC to promote it. They can't properly promote a basketball tournament in an arena that's connected via walkway to the building where their offices are located. How could they possibly promote a football game in a stadium that's a number of blocks down the street?

I want to dot the "i" in NIT!! Thanks Zips Watcher and thanks Captain. I needed that!

I know it is a lower division but walsh university in N.Canton has a pretty good football team (a couple of former akron players who got shafted by akron now play here) an they are playin some of the toughest teams in their division. you can check them out if your serious. If you really want to do that, go past the Rubber Bowl out 224 and then drop south to Alliance. I believe they have a decent team there...a number of D-III Championships as I recall.Talk about a team that gets no respect in NE Ohio. Do you ever hear about Mount Union until the Stagg Bowl?Actually, how much do you hear about the Stagg Bowl?

I want to win too. But, I believe the Zips chances in Cleveland are every bit as good as at the Rubber Bowl. How many times have we said that the Rubber Bowl in its current rundown state is despressing. A game in NE Ohio, in a new stadium, an NFL stadium --- a place all of our players would love to eventually be --- should not be a disadvantage and it won't be if JD sells it properly.I'm sorry, but I'm not going to look at this as a problem. I see it as an opportunity to draw more fans if our new marketing firm is worth anything.