Zipmeister Posted May 23, 2013 Report Share Posted May 23, 2013 I would like some verification that he is that tall. At 6"10" with his skills and determination he is NBA material for sure. AND that would give us a gigantic lineup with PF at 6'11" And Johnson supposedly around 6'9" Remember when you were much younger and shorter and you would see some guy who was big and thought he must be a giant (but it turns out the guy was 6'4"? Well that same thing happens to others who aren't as young as you were when it happened to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akronzips71 Posted May 23, 2013 Report Share Posted May 23, 2013 Remember when you were much younger and shorter and you would see some guy who was big and thought he must be a giant (but it turns out the guy was 6'4"? Well that same thing happens to others who aren't as young as you were when it happened to you. I think I get it! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted May 23, 2013 Report Share Posted May 23, 2013 And let's remember that Tree also turns into Mr. Hyde when he has too much to drink. I hope he realizes where he is and how much he now has to lose. Yeah, lets continue to hold a minor incident that neither of us know the circumstances of against him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akronzips71 Posted May 23, 2013 Report Share Posted May 23, 2013 Yeah, lets continue to hold a minor incident that neither of us know the circumstances of against him. It wasn't enough that Zekes Mom went off on you, now I have to also? When he was arrested, people here were crying the blues that he was going to prison etc. And I was the one who said: "It's a bar fight. It will go away. No big deal". Look it up. And then apologize. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted May 23, 2013 Report Share Posted May 23, 2013 It wasn't enough that Zekes Mom went off on you, now I have to also? When he was arrested, people here were crying the blues that he was going to prison etc. And I was the one who said: "It's a bar fight. It will go away. No big deal". Look it up. And then apologize. Not apologizing for anything. Did he go to prison? I dont care what you said, you are the one still holding it against him. Gamechanger went off on me because she misunderstood the post and took it way out of context. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akronzips71 Posted May 23, 2013 Report Share Posted May 23, 2013 Not apologizing for anything. Did he go to prison? I dont care what you said, you are the one still holding it against him. Gamechanger went off on me because she misunderstood the post and took it way out of context. And YOU took MY post out of context. He WAS arrested and he WAS suspended. Those are facts. At the time I was the one who said it was no big deal and would go away. And it did. But my POINT is that big guys like him are targets. Pros get into trouble all the time with people who think they are tougher than the biggest guy in the room. David Wells, Mark Gastineau etc. I hope he realizes the position he is in and how much he has to lose. At his age self control is not always that easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave in Green Posted May 24, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2013 @LZip and @akronzips71, based on what I'm seeing here I'd be afraid to be sitting between you two in a bar if you were drinking. Seriously, you both make good points, and are not that far apart. Give peace a chance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave in Green Posted June 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 It's really official now. GoZips just called from the JAR to let us know that Q is practicing with the team, and he looks to be in great shape. He said the freshmen are up next, and this will be his first chance to see them practicing. Hopefully GoZips will give us a full report before the day is over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jalapeño Zippy Posted June 10, 2013 Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 It's really official now. GoZips just called from the JAR to let us know that Q is practicing with the team, and he looks to be in great shape. He said the freshmen are up next, and this will be his first chance to see them practicing. Hopefully GoZips will give us a full report before the day is over. Looking forward to that post. GoZips provides me with much needed off-season information that gets me through the summer months until first tip in the fall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoZips Posted June 10, 2013 Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 Looking forward to that post. GoZips provides me with much needed off-season information that gets me through the summer months until first tip in the fall. Thanks for the compliment. Three freshman participated in today's morning workout. All three, Isiah Johnson, Kwan Cheatham and Aaron Jackson have nice strokes and finish well. All three shoot well from beyond the arc and seem really coachable. These kids are a couple of notches above your typical MAC player. Great recruiting class. Each group of players went through a series of drills. The veterans knew what to expect and were productive. The freshmen were a little confused, but got through the drills in fine shape. Except for Diggs who is in ready-to-play shape everyone else had a bit of tongue dragging. The freshmen were the least polished. That will change over time. While Zeke's presence will be sorely missed Pat and Isiah look as though they will represent well in the paint. Tree looks solid and even improved over last season as is Harney. The bigs had a series of dunking drills. That was fun to watch as these guys were really rattling the rim. Jake worked out with the bigs while Reggie McAdams worked with the guards. This is the tallest group of players in Akron history. This season you will see why "Think Bigger" is more than Zeke. BJ Gladden reports Wednesday. Nyles Evans is still finishing classes down in Florida. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jalapeño Zippy Posted June 10, 2013 Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 Thanks GoZips! I enjoyed reading this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akronzips71 Posted June 10, 2013 Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 Thanks for the compliment. Three freshman participated in today's morning workout. All three, Isiah Johnson, Kwan Cheatham and Aaron Jackson have nice strokes and finish well. All three shoot well from beyond the arc and seem really coachable. These kids are a couple of notches above your typical MAC player. Great recruiting class. Each group of players went through a series of drills. The veterans knew what to expect and were productive. The freshmen were a little confused, but got through the drills in fine shape. Except for Diggs who is in ready-to-play shape everyone else had a bit of tongue dragging. The freshmen were the least polished. That will change over time. While Zeke's presence will be sorely missed Pat and Isiah look as though they will represent well in the paint. Tree looks solid and even improved over last season as is Harney. The bigs had a series of dunking drills. That was fun to watch as these guys were really rattling the rim. Jake worked out with the bigs while Reggie McAdams worked with the guards. This is the tallest group of players in Akron history. This season you will see why "Think Bigger" is more than Zeke. BJ Gladden reports Wednesday. Nyles Evans is still finishing classes down in Florida. It will be really interesting to see what happens with Isiah. He is a BIG body, and may grow an inch or so. Jackson looks like he has excellent vision and should get a lot of assists. I would not assume that anything is cast in stone as far as the guard positions. Our starting senior PG is gone for good, and it will be up to KD to decide who can fill that gap. Quite possibly we will open the season with a starting PG who has never touched the ball for Akron. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZachTheZip Posted June 10, 2013 Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 Thanks for the compliment. Three freshman participated in today's morning workout. All three, Isiah Johnson, Kwan Cheatham and Aaron Jackson have nice strokes and finish well. All three shoot well from beyond the arc and seem really coachable. These kids are a couple of notches above your typical MAC player. Great recruiting class. Each group of players went through a series of drills. The veterans knew what to expect and were productive. The freshmen were a little confused, but got through the drills in fine shape. Except for Diggs who is in ready-to-play shape everyone else had a bit of tongue dragging. The freshmen were the least polished. That will change over time. While Zeke's presence will be sorely missed Pat and Isiah look as though they will represent well in the paint. Tree looks solid and even improved over last season as is Harney. The bigs had a series of dunking drills. That was fun to watch as these guys were really rattling the rim. Jake worked out with the bigs while Reggie McAdams worked with the guards. This is the tallest group of players in Akron history. This season you will see why "Think Bigger" is more than Zeke. BJ Gladden reports Wednesday. Nyles Evans is still finishing classes down in Florida. I noticed that you didn't mention Carmelo. Does he look like he's in better condition? Has he taken a little bit of a leadership role? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UAZip0510 Posted June 10, 2013 Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 Thanks for the compliment. Three freshman participated in today's morning workout. All three, Isiah Johnson, Kwan Cheatham and Aaron Jackson have nice strokes and finish well. All three shoot well from beyond the arc and seem really coachable. These kids are a couple of notches above your typical MAC player. Great recruiting class. Each group of players went through a series of drills. The veterans knew what to expect and were productive. The freshmen were a little confused, but got through the drills in fine shape. Except for Diggs who is in ready-to-play shape everyone else had a bit of tongue dragging. The freshmen were the least polished. That will change over time. While Zeke's presence will be sorely missed Pat and Isiah look as though they will represent well in the paint. Tree looks solid and even improved over last season as is Harney. The bigs had a series of dunking drills. That was fun to watch as these guys were really rattling the rim. Jake worked out with the bigs while Reggie McAdams worked with the guards. This is the tallest group of players in Akron history. This season you will see why "Think Bigger" is more than Zeke. BJ Gladden reports Wednesday. Nyles Evans is still finishing classes down in Florida. Made me smile when I read this...Q is a man on a mission. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoZips Posted June 10, 2013 Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 I noticed that you didn't mention Carmelo. Does he look like he's in better condition? Has he taken a little bit of a leadership role? Sorry. I failed to mention 'Melo. I arrived late and most of the guards workout was completed by the time I arrived. I like 'Melo. One can only hope that he sees the light, gets the message and tunes in. Enough of the cliches. 'Melo is most likely going to be the back up point guard sharing duties with Quincy when Q gets called on. At this time you can pencil in Nyles Evans on the point even though he has yet to practice with the Zips. But, always remember, I am just a fan; an observer. The Zips need three point guards that can handle the ball if they are to be successful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZZZips Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 George Thomas Q & A session with Q. Diggs http://bit.ly/11GGvOj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 George Thomas Q & A session with Q. Diggs http://bit.ly/11GGvOj I want ...and get some wins in the NCAA Tournament Me too Q, me too. They didn’t really have an attacking guard who could get to the rim and create for other people. Great point Q. The afro morphed into dreads. The body is svelter and the outside shot is improved. Great opportunity for a photo, what happened? PS Q has played with dreads before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Kangaroo Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 George Thomas Q & A session with Q. Diggs http://bit.ly/11GGvOj Summary - Wistercill - NOT on Q's Christmas card list Dambrot - ON Q's Christmas card list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeThomasABJ Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Me too Q, me too. Great point Q. Great opportunity for a photo, what happened? PS Q has played with dreads before. Dr. Z: When I last saw Quincy, he had a 'fro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave in Green Posted June 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Great interview. I love Q's attitude about overcoming adversity and using it as motivation to accomplish good things. Q's focus and maturity will help the team as much this season as his basketball skills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZachTheZip Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Dambrot once told Q that he had NBA potential, if only he could get his head on straight. Q needs to come out and just blow everyone away. Take over games. Become the team's vocal and emotional leader. Am I correct in thinking that he is the team's only senior this season? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zip Watcher Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Summary - Wistercill - NOT on Q's Christmas card list Dambrot - ON Q's Christmas card list Close .. but it isn't Tom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZachTheZip Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Close .. but it isn't Tom. From what I gathered, Tom was in Quincy and KD's corner throughout all of this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopper Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Close .. but it isn't Tom. Correct. Right department, wrong person. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Am I correct in thinking that he is the team's only senior this season?Pretty good thread pinned in the Recruiting Forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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