Hilltopper Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 When we take care of the ball, good things happen. 2-1 assist to turnover ratio. The Zips (8-6) closed the game shooting 45.9 percent from the floor (28-of-61) and forced 14 Marshall (9-4) turnovers. Akron committed just eight turnovers and had 16 assists on 28 made buckets. Akron finished with 40 points in the paint, including 26 in the second half alone http://gozips.com/sports/mbkb/2011-12/rele.../201201018pz0za Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akronzips71 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 We beat Marshall because they were totally cold. They could not even hit free throws. Been there done that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave in Green Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Lots of factors in this game. They can all be analyzed in excrutiating detail in the game results at StatSheet.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g-mann17 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Pretty sure we beat Marshall because we scored more points than they did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akronzips71 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Pretty sure we beat Marshall because we scored more points than they did. That usually works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave in Green Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Zips' RPI took a big leap up after beating Marshall on the road, from #161 before today's game all the way up to #110 after today's win. Marshall's RPI fell from #48 to #75. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zip Watcher Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Here's what the Marshall Coach Thought. My favorite quote .. maybe not the last time we'll hear this: I didn't see that coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Here's what the Marshall Coach Thought.Nice article. I'm jealous of their crowd of 6,063. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdurbinakron Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Zips' RPI took a big leap up after beating Marshall on the road, from #161 before today's game all the way up to #110 after today's win. Marshall's RPI fell from #48 to #75. Now we need to start getting some points in the polls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UAZipster0305 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Zips' RPI took a big leap up after beating Marshall on the road, from #161 before today's game all the way up to #110 after today's win. Marshall's RPI fell from #48 to #75. Now we need to start getting some points in the polls. If we beat VCU, maybe. As it is, I think it should take us a few more consecutive wins to be considered...for the Mid-Major poll. We don't have a chance at the AP Top-25 this year...see Quickzips post below for the rationale. I agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quickzips Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Zips' RPI took a big leap up after beating Marshall on the road, from #161 before today's game all the way up to #110 after today's win. Marshall's RPI fell from #48 to #75. Now we need to start getting some points in the polls. Not going to happen this year. If we had beaten 3 out of 4 from Valpo, Duquesne, CSU and VCU, and not gotten waxed by West Virginia and MTSU maybe, but as is we have too many losses on our resume to expect to be ranked at any time this year. Maybe if we go on a ridiculous run through the conference season, but I doubt it. This OOC season for me will go down as a "what might have been." The Zips had a chance to be in a very good position for an at large birth this year, but we squandered a few games, dealt with some critical injuries, had some unusual off the court issues and just generally did not live up to the potential that we all saw from game one against Miss State. Have to put that all behind us now though. It is conference season. We have everyone dressed, and we are starting to develop the kind of chemistry that has made past Zips teams so successful. Let's show the bobkittens, flushes, canadians and redchickens that this conference still runs through us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UAZipster0305 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Let's show the bobkittens, flushes, canadians and redchickens that this conference still runs through us. Beautifully said, Quickzips! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zips Win! Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Here's what the Marshall Coach Thought.Nice article. I'm jealous of their crowd of 6,063. I just returned from Huntington at 2 today. In the end I was happy I made the 4.5 hour trek. My daughters wanted to see the Marshall football stadium and commemorative plaques from the 1970 team as they have watched the movie a half- dozen times… A very quaint campus and town with an awesome bar near in Fat Patty’s..to bad it was too crowded before and after to get a seat… Walking the halls of the old arena I noticed that the Knicks head coach attended Marshall…How knew? And yes, the crowd was great…over 6K and MU did have a terrible shooting night, both at in the field and at the line… However, I was very impressed with the following: Other than a few touch fouls on Zeke, I thought the officiating was terrific. They allowed both teams to play a physical game. Gilliam gave us a big lift hitting 5-7. The two misses were good shots. This made up for Q’s lack of scoring. We went to Zeke early and often, he was a force on the defensive end. They pulled the chair out from under him once and hit the deck hard. A foul was called and the place booed loudly. I kinda agreed….where was the foul? Tree was awesome. He gave us a great lift with his offensive rebounding…When we get him to make his layups and dunks, I see an All-MAC performer. Harney, too. He played 9 minutes. I want to see him more as his natural talent is unlimited. I do realize minutes are tight, though. Especially with Nik playing one of his best games. What a huge difference it makes when his 2- foot shots go in…And he kept his cool… Finally, pound for pound, AA may be the toughest dude on the team.. He was slightly overmatched with a little taller guards from MU and he was relentless on both sides. He penetrated the lane early and often and got guys better shots. If we can get comfortable taking care of the ball, look out Mid-American Conference…This team can flat out ball.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyzip84 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Here's what the Marshall Coach Thought.Nice article. I'm jealous of their crowd of 6,063. I just returned from Huntington at 2 today. In the end I was happy I made the 4.5 hour trek. My daughters wanted to see the Marshall football stadium and commemorative plaques from the 1970 team as they have watched the movie a half- dozen times… A very quaint campus and town with an awesome bar near in Fat Patty’s..to bad it was too crowded before and after to get a seat… Walking the halls of the old arena I noticed that the Knicks head coach attended Marshall…How knew? And yes, the crowd was great…over 6K and MU did have a terrible shooting night, both at in the field and at the line… However, I was very impressed with the following: Other than a few touch fouls on Zeke, I thought the officiating was terrific. They allowed both teams to play a physical game. Gilliam gave us a big lift hitting 5-7. The two misses were good shots. This made up for Q’s lack of scoring. We went to Zeke early and often, he was a force on the defensive end. They pulled the chair out from under him once and hit the deck hard. A foul was called and the place booed loudly. I kinda agreed….where was the foul? Tree was awesome. He gave us a great lift with his offensive rebounding…When we get him to make his layups and dunks, I see an All-MAC performer. Harney, too. He played 9 minutes. I want to see him more as his natural talent is unlimited. I do realize minutes are tight, though. Especially with Nik playing one of his best games. What a huge difference it makes when his 2- foot shots go in…And he kept his cool… Finally, pound for pound, AA may be the toughest dude on the team.. He was slightly overmatched with a little taller guards from MU and he was relentless on both sides. He penetrated the lane early and often and got guys better shots. If we can get comfortable taking care of the ball, look out Mid-American Conference…This team can flat out ball.. Thanks for the detailed report! Sounds like a great trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopper Posted January 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Here's what the Marshall Coach Thought.Nice article. I'm jealous of their crowd of 6,063. I just returned from Huntington at 2 today. In the end I was happy I made the 4.5 hour trek. My daughters wanted to see the Marshall football stadium and commemorative plaques from the 1970 team as they have watched the movie a half- dozen times… A very quaint campus and town with an awesome bar near in Fat Patty’s..to bad it was too crowded before and after to get a seat… Walking the halls of the old arena I noticed that the Knicks head coach attended Marshall…How knew? And yes, the crowd was great…over 6K and MU did have a terrible shooting night, both at in the field and at the line… However, I was very impressed with the following: Other than a few touch fouls on Zeke, I thought the officiating was terrific. They allowed both teams to play a physical game. Gilliam gave us a big lift hitting 5-7. The two misses were good shots. This made up for Q’s lack of scoring. We went to Zeke early and often, he was a force on the defensive end. They pulled the chair out from under him once and hit the deck hard. A foul was called and the place booed loudly. I kinda agreed….where was the foul? Tree was awesome. He gave us a great lift with his offensive rebounding…When we get him to make his layups and dunks, I see an All-MAC performer. Harney, too. He played 9 minutes. I want to see him more as his natural talent is unlimited. I do realize minutes are tight, though. Especially with Nik playing one of his best games. What a huge difference it makes when his 2- foot shots go in…And he kept his cool… Finally, pound for pound, AA may be the toughest dude on the team.. He was slightly overmatched with a little taller guards from MU and he was relentless on both sides. He penetrated the lane early and often and got guys better shots. If we can get comfortable taking care of the ball, look out Mid-American Conference…This team can flat out ball.. Nice report! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skip-zip Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Zips' RPI took a big leap up after beating Marshall on the road, from #161 before today's game all the way up to #110 after today's win. Marshall's RPI fell from #48 to #75. Now we need to start getting some points in the polls. Not going to happen this year. Not a chance. Not with 6 losses, even though a few of them were "good" losses. But, I do think we've played a couple of solid games now heading into conference play. Still a good chance to have a decent season. Playing some good OOC teams has hopefully better prepared us for the road ahead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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