Zip_ME87

I can tell you this from talking with him as he was leaving to become Timbers coach and recently when he was at Akron for the Varsity A HoF induction ... Caleb loves Akron. He made it his program and took it (along with Jared) to the pinnacle of D-1 Men's Soccer with our 2010 National Championship. He recommended Jared Embick as his replacement and has followed and been pleased with the continued excellence of our program...which also adds to his legacy. (It's always a plus for a coach's assistant to also go on and be so successful like Jared.) Also, it is likely that former Zip Pablo Moreira will be part of Caleb's coaching staff in Columbus. Wil Trapp is Captain of the Crew. Who knows what other former Zips may join the Crew. No guarantees, but it seems the ties to our program will be strong.

One would hope the connection to Porter would help connections to the Crew and Crew Academy. Although Porter also has a connection with the coach at tOSU, men’s soccer only has 9.9 scholarships. So hopefully Akron can benefit even though we are further away.

https://www.dispatch.com/sports/20181213/caleb-porter-will-be-next-crew-coach-source-confirms

So, which is true? LA or Columbus?

https://theathletic.com/713162/2018/12/13/caleb-porter-nearing-deal-to-become-crew-head-coach/

@UAZipster0305 ----- Very nice recap. Another referee (not sure he's active anymore) with whom I spoke, agrees with you on the first PK...no contact, should have been an indirect free kick in the box. We didn't discuss the other or the red card. Jared, staff, and players deserve more credit than I can put into words for this season. Looking forward to the next one. Also looking forward to: Who goes pro and where 2019 recruiting class announcement Spring exhibitions. The future is bright. I suspect we will have at least one Generation Adidas player. Completely a guess on my part.

MLS Atlanta - Darlington Nagbe Colorado Rapids - Dillon Serna Columbus Crew - Wil Trapp FC Cincinnati - Darren Mattocks (Expansion Draft) LA Galaxy - Perry Kitchen Montreal Impact - Evan Bush New England Revolution - Teal Bunbury, Scott Caldwell NYCFC - Jonathan Lewis Orlando City - Joao Moutinho (trade from LAFC) Portland Timbers - Zarek Valentin EPL Newcastle United FC - DeAndre Yedlin

Should have started this thread a fews days ago; so some items may be repeated here... MLS teams complete roster moves ahead of expansion draft Atlanta - Darlington Nagbe Colorado - Dillon Serna New England - Scott Caldwell Portland - Zarek Valentin (New contract) Expired Contracts or Options not Exercised DC United - Darren Mattocks (expansion draft to FC Cincy) NYCFC - Saad Abdul-Salaam Orlando - Richie Laryea Philadelphia - Adam Najem

Joao Moutinho Brings Versatility, Upside to Orlando City ... Joao was lauded by many last winter as the Sporting Portugal academy graduate made waves with the University of Akron en route to the top selection in the 2018 SuperDraft. ...

https://www.orlandocitysc.com/post/2018/12/11/orlando-city-sc-acquires-2018-no-1-overall-mls-superdraft-pick-jo-o-moutinho-lafc

MLS Teams Exercise Contracts or Options Atlanta - Darlington Nagbe Colorado - Dillon Serna New England - Scott Caldwell Portland - Zarek Valentin (New contract) Expired Contracts or Options not Exercised DC United - Darren Mattocks (expansion draft to FC Cincy) NYCFC - Saad Abdul-Salaam Orlando - Richie Laryea Philadelphia - Adam Najem

https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2018/12/11/report-la-galaxy-deep-negotiations-caleb-porter

? rumors ...

You may be able to figure out your question about the staff from the roster picture which is on GoZips.com at https://gozips.com/roster.aspx?path=msoc In my opinion, the midfield was not in control much, and we didn't get a lot going offensively. A few good looks, but as Skye said, Maryland imposed their style on the game. The Zips didn't play much Akron soccer in the final. Great weekend and season, though. Proud of what our players, coaches, and staff accomplished. Wanted so much for them to get the trophy to top off all their hard work. What a run of tournaments (MAC and NCAA)!!! Only 1 home game in that span.

Why Valentin, Timbers committed to each others' futures Great read about a great person.

Thanks @TennZip Good to see this story was also posted on BigSoccer.com (by buflobo). As noted there, few knew this. Grateful that Pacheco shared his inspirational story and wish him the best as his treatment continues. Pleased to read this quote... “I think I’m living the dream right now,” Pacheco said. “It’s perfect to be in Akron. I love the people inside the university and I’m really enjoying it. For me it’s a pleasure to be a player of Akron.” So glad to know this awesome young man, thankful that he chose Akron and that he's happy being here.

Thanks 72 Roo!!! The Athletic Dept did an outstanding job with this College Cup. The pre-game parties at the Beachside restaurant were outstanding and they also held a soccer alumni dinner on Saturday evening during which we watched Darlington Nagbe and Zarek Valentin in the MLS Cup. Interim President Green and his wife were in attendance. George Van Horne asked everyone in attendance to stand up and talk about their connection to Akron Men's Soccer. Great stories. Speaking of the UCSB folks, we had a number of UCSB alumni sit in our section. Told us we were the team to support! Truly, Soccer Heaven! I have to reiterate your statement that Jared deserves National Coach of the Year. As you said, "he replaced 7 out of 11 starters and at the beginning of the season it was 9 out of 11 due to injuries." If I recall correctly, in August the 2018 Zips had 19 of 32 players who were not Zips in 2017 and he and staff took this team to the National Championship Game!

So PROUD of this team. Everyone worked so hard. So much to be thankful for and happy with. Can’t wait til we get going again!!!