Dr Z

Thanks for the information, I'm in South Beach for the week. I would guess a $73 ferry to the Bahamas would logistically be doable. Hectic day though. Let's keep hoping for the Boca Raton Bowl.

Akron athletic director Larry Williams presents Dr Sude at yesterday's game. —©Photo by Dr Z

Charlie Frye working for the Florida Gators. Nice story by Marla in the ABJ. Frye wanted more, so he started his own consulting business, Frye Football. This summer he met new University of Florida coach Jim McElwain, the former Colorado State coach and Alabama offensive coordinator. Frye left the Zips’ game at halftime to catch a flight back to Gainesville, Fla., where the Gators host Florida State Saturday night. Frye helps with quarterbacks, especially their “mental conditioning,” along with player development work involving local charities. McElwain tweeted his congratulations to Frye along with the hashtag “IWantABobbleheadPlease.” If it hasn't been mentioned before, one of the most impressive things to watch yesterday was Zach Paul hitting back to back (due to offsetting penalties) rugby-style punts to the goal-line late in the game. Both punts were perfect, but the second one was amazing to watch hit, spin, and stick right at the goal-line. Awesome. It was great to see players off the bench come out to congratulate the special teams. This team really seems to have fun with each other.

Not as good as the Boca Raton destination for me, but I would make St Pete work. If it's the Bahamas bowl, I'll be steaming it from the beach in Miami.

I was watching a recording of Sports Zone last night and Bernie Kosar gave a shout out congratulating coach Bowden. I thought it was cool that he was aware of the Zips achievements this season.

Thanks for the kind words. More photos here, including some locker room stuff from go zips dot com.

Asked what bowl game he wanted to play in, Grice said, "I ain't going to lie. I would love to go to the Bahamas." source For those of you considering the trip, here is some info on the Popeyes Bahamas Bowl.

Zips fans know their football when the wagon wheel and a bowl game are on the line. Congratulations to Blue & Gold, UAZippers, MDZip, LZip, UA1987, pdt1420, ZipGrad01, RowdyZip and liberty61. All winners!

As the clock ticks away, the team anticipates their rush for the wagon wheel. —©Photo by Dr Z The team finally gets their hands on the prize of the day. —©Photo by Dr Z The wagon wheel gets shown off to the students, band and surrounding fans. —©Photo by Dr Z Thomas Woodson celebrates with his teammates. —©Photo by Dr Z The wagon wheel gets carried off to the locker room. —©Photo by Dr Z The happiest photo I have captured this year. —©Photo by Dr Z

Se'Von Pittman recovers a Bollas fumble on the Can't State 11. —©Photo by Dr Z Jerome Lane led all receivers with 75 yards on the day. —©Photo by Dr Z Jerome eyes a pass from Thomas Woodson. —©Photo by Dr Z Josh McNeil looks for someone to block. —©Photo by Dr Z Connor Hundley looks to score in the first half. —©Photo by Dr Z Connor breaks free as he finished with 98 yards rushing. —©Photo by Dr Z Thomas Woodson lines his team up near the goal line. —©Photo by Dr Z Trayion Durham was held to ten yards on seven rushes. —©Photo by Dr Z

Cody Grice and his family celebrate senior day. —©Photo by Dr Z Zach Paul and Kyle Pohl are honored with the help of their family. —©Photo by Dr Z Charlie Frye is honored by the Zips as his name is now in the ring of honor. —©Photo by Dr Z The former Heisman candidate's name now graces the stadium. —©Photo by Dr Z Rodney Coe engulfs another quarterback. —©Photo by Dr Z Jatavis Brown puts pressure on the visitor's passing game. —©Photo by Dr Z The Zips defense held the freshman quarterback to 102 yards passing on the day. —©Photo by Dr Z The Akron defense takes a well deserved rest during a tv timeout. —©Photo by Dr Z

Weather dot com now reads:

Blue Jackets getting recognized for their game day posters. One of the coolest developments of the current hockey season has been a new initiative by the Columbus Blue Jackets, who've been promoting their home games with a series of sensational game-day posters. Not on the same talent level as Cleveland artist Derek Hess, but Anthony's work (concept) reminds me a little of it.

Currently weather dot com is reading "Cloudy with occasional rain in the afternoon"

I don't think anyone would categorize last night as a good loss. Being back in Ohio for a week will recharge the batteries.

Defense. They scored twice on interception returns.

I would guess travel has as much, if not more, to do with fatigue.

Coach Stroud is the recruiting coordinator and can be emailed at stroud@uakron.edu. If I had to guess, pad level is probably the answer to your first question.

EA of the PD writes, Injuries Mount as Zips Keep Traveling. When will Noah be ready? "Who knows,'' Dambrot said. "He'll play when he's ready to play.'' What about Pat? "We've had X-rays, but we still don't know if he's got a broken rib or not,'' Dambrot said. "But he is still in pain." How about Jimond? "He's not quite ready yet, but he still may play, although I doubt it,'' Dambrot said of Ivey. All this, and the Zips are still favored by four. Game is on ESPN3 at 8 pm. Free stream found at go zips dot com. Congratulations to Antino, MAC East Player of the Week!

"Oh yeah!"

Winners announced Saturday morning. Congratulations to last weeks winners, zippyfan34, and CK.

Yes, Three for Thursday will have a special Wednesday appearance due to the early game. Stay tuned...

Marla Ridenour article in the ABJ from March 7, 2013 entitled 'Zips freshman Jake Kretzer dealing with rapid heart rate scare' Get well Jake.

The Senior Class will be honored during a pregame ceremony. Former Zips' QB Charlie Frye (2001-04) will be inducted into the Ring of Honor. I hope the forecast changes. Is playing in the rain becoming an advantage for the Zips because of experience? Maybe we can play in the Rain-X Bowl.