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PD Article "Akron Dominates.." ZZZZZZZZZZZESPN Box score Quotes come courtesy of Rasor's Blog. Keith Dambrot “We continue to fight adversity. They went from being a pathetic team compared to what we’ve had, to a pretty decent team. Good leadership. Those four seniors have really led the way with that.” “Mostly, we played man-to-man and straight zone. Normally, where we play zone, we count numbers and on the fourth pass, we go to man-to-man. The ability to play more than one defense has helped this team. It allows guys like Quincy Diggs and Alex to play more. It’s kept Zeke out of foul trouble.” “We felt that Miami has had trouble against good zone teams. The first time, we couldn’t play zone. He hadn’t practiced it enough. We used zone to run them off the 3 line and it allowed us to get two guys on Mavunga.” “I thought Zeke played better. He’s shown signs in practice of rebounding better. We’ve taken pressure off him. We told him to play the best defensively, try not to foul. Sometimes you got to let them grow at their own pace.” “Nikola’s is one of the best players in the league. He has changed mentally. The guy’s one of the most diversified players I’ve ever had. He’s making the extra pass. He’s like having a point-forward out there. Quincy can do the same thing. So you have four guys who can handle the ball out there.” “I think we’re playing pretty good right now. I told our guys in the locker room that we’ve gone from the worst team we’ve ever had here to having the capability of being one of the best teams we’ve had. We just have to make sure when we go to Cleveland, that we play good games.” (Dr's favorite) “We’ve raised the bar here. When you raise the bar to a high level. Nobody can put more pressure on me than me. I’m not happy when we’re 12-10. People have to realize that it’s a game of players. You need to put your guys in position so they’re successful.” Alex Abreu “I guess my role is coming in and bringing a spare. Either offensively or defensively, get on the ball and pressure their guards.” “Our whole demeanor has changed. Practice, locker room, everything. Everybody’s happy now. We don’t want to go back to that losing. It feels horrible.” Nik Cvetinovic “Alex had a lot of hustle plays. We didn’t have that at the beginning of the year. We are practicing much harder, with more intensity. Just the feeling of victory for those guys means a lot.” “Buffalo, coming in, that was one of the games that slipped out of our hands. Ohio, we owe them, big time. That’s going to be a huge challenge. I think we’re up to it.” “When (Marshall) plays well, we are really hard to beat. Last year, he peaked at this time of the year. Like a true lottery pick.” “When we get in the huddle, you look at the guys’ eyes, and there’s no doubt we will win the game.” “Julian (Mavunga) and I are great friends. He loves the challenge of playing against me, and I love the challenge of playing against him, too. Sometimes he likes to flop, but that’s OK, I forgive him (laughs). Charlie Coles “The turning point in the game was when they began to mix up their defenses. (Dr's second favorite: I have been an advocate of this since KD got here. More zone.) They completely confused us, and that was my fault. I did not think they would go that long, and I think they found a good thing. At first, they started changing during possessions. I take full responsibility for that. As a coach, you got to get your team better prepared for that kind of stuff.” “That being said, they turned the tables on us rebounding. Cvetinovic, that kid has got a lot of spirit. Our kids haven’t caught on to him. It’s hard not to root for him. That damn guy’s personality is off the charge. (Someone said, “he loves Julian”) I would love Julian, too.” “I think we’re seeing the real Akron team. Whatever was plaguing Akron early is not plaguing them now. They’re playing with great interest and enthusiasm. We took our ball and went home with it. When it got tough, we took our ball and said ‘We didn’t know you guys was gonna fight us this hard. We’ll see you later.’” “We were in first place, I think, tonight. That’s been our problem all year. We get in first place, and someone gets mad at us and beats the hell out of us. Know what I mean? I’m serious. “I do think Akron’s improved. They’ve done a good job like they always do. Right now, they may be playing the best basketball in the league. That’s OK by me. We don’t have to play them anymore. They’re going to get a few more victories this season.” “I always hear somebody saying, ‘The MAC ain’t what it used to be.’ Well, it wasn’t ever the Big 10. They say, ‘We don’t have any Ron Harpers.’ I could take you back to a ten-year period without any Ron Harpers.”

Okay, I'm willing to compromise...have something else from the Anheuser-Busch Co, Boddingtons, Lefe, Becks, Hoegaarden, Rolling Rock....even Shock Top.

Great news. PLEASE make the beer specials ANYTHING other than Buttweiser products. One year....please.

Never forget? Why? Were you rooting for Miami? My gawd, one of the biggest swings of sporting emotion that left me with a punched in the gut feeling for days. Why would I not want to forget that? Thanks for reminding me. Never forget? You never forget, I want to, except you keep posting one of the horrific moments in Zips fans history. Keep it to yourself. I was having a perfectly fine day.

With Steinbrenner's talk of players focused on building their mansions and not the game, SI puts a gallery of Mega Mansions together. JT is #11. Unreleased SI photos from Getty Images

Corrupt, lazy and greedy business leaders are just as much to blame for the conditions in Detroit, Cleveland, Akron, Pitt and Ytown as unions. When is the last time you guys have been to Pittsburgh?

My prediction: 69-65 Zips. Akron is favored by 8. Miami is 4-1 against the spread their last 5 games, Zips are 5-0. Akron is 8-3 against the spread versus Miami since 97.

Great question. My committee was very small, and our research was very low scale, but we had a much better candidate. We would have taken a little heat in the beginning for not opening up a large scale "search", but there was no need. My candidate was right for the job and his results and dedication would have spoke volumes.

I noticed in OCTOBER PS My preseason prediction numbers are still within reach. Fun thread (above link) to read through minus the ysu garbage.

November PD article (for reference) I know what I want," the power forward said. "I want to get my school done, go back to Europe, play pro ball, get a job and make babies. A simple life, regular guy, 9-to-5."

CSU has put effort into marketing this year. I have seen advertising in many spots without looking hard. I wonder what their numbers are compared to last season? PS What happen to that Ztv?

Great photography Ernie! I like Rico's tat under his arm.

PS Twitter is not "research"

Youtube Tom won Akron a Div I team national title.

+1 BJ "story" on Cosgrove ''He has a proven track record of developing outstanding defenses and is an experienced recruiter. His wealth of knowledge will be a great benefit to our staff and players,'' Ianello said. ''More importantly, he is a great person and will be an outstanding fit for the program.'' Stacy feared losing his teaching job?!?!

George is a good guy, he gets the "Dr Z stamp of approval" to move up when Youtube eventually moves on.

Congrats to AA, it's obvious he has a bright future with the Zips. It's KD's job to figure out how to use Steve and AA against the particular team we are playing at the time to give us the best chance to WIN.

What do you mean? It was a free idea, just looking for credit. I'm sure the creator gave the proper credit and didn't pass it off as his own.

Scheduled for April 16 at InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field. Can somebody with a brain please get this taped and replayed on STO a few times?

I'm going to Cincy this year, going down Friday and watching the Reds/Brewers too. Joe Siegferth the Assistant Director of ticket sales should be able to help. Phone:330-972-5986......Email: jsiegfe@uakron.edu

I don't know, this Lucas guy really seems to know what he's talking about.

I'll use history since KD has been here to say "no"

New this season is the Zips Ultimate Season Ticket, which at the cost of $60 includes a general admission season ticket, a season parking pass in the south campus deck on East Exchange Street, and a $30 concessions voucher (entire package is valued at $120).

I have posted many times on here how I love listening to former Jets GM Pat Kirwan on Sirius NFL Radio. He always says something that I learn from on his show. I heard he wrote a book, so I ordered it a month ago anticipating reading it this past weekend on a mini vaca in South Beach. Any ZN football fan will be a more knowledgeable football fan for reading it. I loved it. He describes personnel, play calling, game planning, types of offenses, types of defenses, position strategies, player responsibilities.... Pat assumes you already know about football and want to learn more. For Browns fans there is a good description of QB play calling in the West Coast offense. Less than ten bucks, worth every penny PS I got to meet Ochocinco this weekend. Surprisingly nice guy.