Scholarship Chart

[Let'sGoZips94]

5 minutes ago, zippy5 said:

X played defense at the level DJ Cooper scored at last weekend. He had his share of points too, valuable guy playing like that

 

X and Carry is going to be fun next year. His effort level on the defensive end of the floor added probably 16-20 phantom points to his point total. Man was he fun to watch. 

 

@LZIp We go from 2.5 true guards on this team to 5-6 next year. I think the backup point guard position is already taken care of with the influx of talent and Clarke's development.

[ZippyRulz]

On 3/15/2022 at 11:15 AM, Illini Zip said:

I did update the chart last night to the best of my understanding. I will copy it here at the end of the thread.

 

 

Thanks for this. Is there any way we can get it in the OP position of this (pinned) thread, if Zip Watcher has 'retired' ?

 

[Illini Zip]

30 minutes ago, ZippyRulz said:

 

Thanks for this. Is there any way we can get it in the OP position of this (pinned) thread, if Zip Watcher has 'retired' ?

 

 

 

OP Position? I understand pinning something, but have never done it. I just need someone to tell me what to do.

[ZippyRulz]

Sorry, I meant original post - I think a moderator would have to do it, if possible.

 

[Let'sGoZips94]

On 3/15/2022 at 11:15 AM, Illini Zip said:

I did update the chart last night to the best of my understanding. I will copy it here at the end of the thread.

 

 

Wait, are we full, even with Trimble's departure?

[Blue & Gold]

31 minutes ago, Let'sGoZips94 said:

 

Wait, are we full, even with Trimble's departure?

Yes. Someone else would need to transfer out if we want to add a transfer.

[Let'sGoZips94]

8 minutes ago, Blue & Gold said:

Yes. Someone else would need to transfer out if we want to add a transfer.

 

Is it safe to assume Trimble was no longer going to be part of this program after this year anyways, considering we pre-filled his scholarship? 

 

[Blue & Gold]

1 minute ago, Let'sGoZips94 said:

 

Is it safe to assume Trimble was no longer going to be part of this program after this year anyways, considering we pre-filled his scholarship? 

 

Yeah.  We knew someone would have to decide to/be encouraged to transfer out, but most of us were speculating it'd be Wynn.

[kreed5120]

Over signing is pretty standard these days given how much the transfer portal has exploded.

[Illini Zip]

13 minutes ago, Blue & Gold said:

Verbal Commits has a new player on our roster.  A JUCO shooting guard named Jacob Tracey.  Says he is from Indian River State College and originally from DME Sports Academy in Fort Myers, FL for HS.  Lists him as 6-4 & 200 pounds.  Had scholarship offers from Illinois State, Fresno State, ECU, Bryant, Buffalo, Nevada, San Jose State, Coppin State, and Canisius.

 

Welcome, Jacob!  Go Zips!

 

I am looking at Jacob Tracey's Verbal Commit page. Are you certain this is a commit and not just an offer?

[Blue & Gold]

4 minutes ago, Illini Zip said:

 

I am looking at Jacob Tracey's Verbal Commit page. Are you certain this is a commit and not just an offer?

You're right.  I jumped the gun.  I'm going to delete my post.  Thank you.

[Blue & Gold]

Having said that, it looks like someone is transferring out if we're offering JUCO's.  Jacob Tracey's offer wasn't listed yesterday.

[Let'sGoZips94]

Interesting...

[NWAkron]

On 3/22/2022 at 9:28 PM, Blue & Gold said:

Having said that, it looks like someone is transferring out if we're offering JUCO's.  Jacob Tracey's offer wasn't listed yesterday.

the transfer portal is oddly quiet for MAC teams.  Apart from the Ball State exodus, no notable players are leaving their programs.  And I don't see any openings for the Zips.

[Blue & Gold]

Just now, NWAkron said:

the transfer portal is oddly quiet for MAC teams.  Apart from the Ball State exodus, no notable players are leaving their programs.  And I don't see any openings for the Zips.

Neither do I, and I’ve been checking on a daily basis. Looks like everyone is staying. Jacob Tracey’s offer must’ve been provisional on someone wishing to transfer out.

[NWAkron]

Sekou Kalle in the transfer portal.  So it begins.

[Let'sGoZips94]

6 minutes ago, NWAkron said:

Sekou Kalle in the transfer portal.  So it begins.

 

Not surprised. I wish him luck!

[clarkwgriswold]

I thought the kid showed promise but let's be frank.  As a big man he didn't play on a team that was short on big men.  Have to trust the staff's assessment on this one.

[AkronAlumnus]

Hopefully Akron can land an athletic shooter or an impact stretch-player with the departure of Kalle. 

[LZIp]

1 hour ago, AkronAlumnus said:

Hopefully Akron can land an athletic shooter or an impact stretch-player with the departure of Kalle. 

I figured BVP was done with college ball, but this could be just what the doctor ordered. I imagine he's trying to go higher though.

Edited March 28, 2022 by LZIp

[LoyalZIP]

Good luck Sekou! I met his host parents once, they are very sweet people and he’s a good kid. He’s got a fan in me. 
 

Now, it’s a huge opportunity to fill a roster spot with a meaningful contributor. Come on, Coach!

[NWAkron]

49 minutes ago, LZIp said:

I figured BVP was done with college ball, but this could be just what the doctor ordered. I imagine he's trying to go higher though.

that's some bad karma. no way.

[Illini Zip]

Ali Ali and Sekou Sada Kalle depart.

 

 

[ZippyRulz]

Holy crapoli, what happened with Ali? Didn't like his off-season assignments? Looking for a bigger stage?

 

[Illini Zip]

Aziz Bandaogo departs.