Blue & Gold Posted April 4, 2020 Report Posted April 4, 2020 (edited) Marshall definitely looks more like a W than a PF. The defensive capabilities of our wings could be amazing with Dawson (who moves like a gazelle), Dailey & now Marshall. I still think we need to sign one more ready to contribute JUCO F in the 6-8 range. Currie is our tallest player at 6'9" and then Ali is currently our only other player taller than 6'7". And Ali really doesn't seem like a natural banger. Edited April 4, 2020 by Blue & Gold Quote
Zip JD Posted April 4, 2020 Report Posted April 4, 2020 2 hours ago, Blue & Gold said: Marshall definitely looks more like a W than a PF. The defensive capabilities of our wings could be amazing with Dawson (who moves like a gazelle), Dailey & now Marshall. I still think we need to sign one more ready to contribute JUCO F in the 6-8 range. Currie is our tallest player at 6'9" and then Ali is currently our only other player taller than 6'7". And Ali really doesn't seem like a natural banger. Agreed. Reece is the next strongest, but the better big men on the schedule gave him trouble this year. Quote
Zipmeister Posted April 4, 2020 Report Posted April 4, 2020 (edited) I'm recommending he grow at least 3 inches.. Edited April 4, 2020 by Zipmeister . 1 1 Quote
Illini Zip Posted April 4, 2020 Report Posted April 4, 2020 (edited) I am leaning towards him stepping into Reece's (PF) role after a year of conditioning. Edited April 5, 2020 by Illini Zip Quote
Let'sGoZips94 Posted April 5, 2020 Report Posted April 5, 2020 I'm bored - the new norm. So, here's an accurate by-position list (I believe) of the roster (excluding walk-ons) for next season (grade reflects next season). Guard LCJ (5'8" RS SR) Garvin Clarke (6'0" FR) Greg Tribble Jr. (6'1" SO) Bryan Trimble Jr. (6'2" RS JR?) MIkal Dawson (6'5" SO) Tre Edwards (6'6" SO?) Forward Jermaine Marshall (6'6" SO/JUCO) Maishe Dailey (6'7" SR) Cam Reece (6'7" SR/JUCO) Ali Ali (6'8" SO) Taylor Currie (6'8" FR) Am I missing anyone/anything? Do we have any open schollies left? We need one big in there, at least 6'9"/6'10". Our perimeter defense will be unmatched, though. Our height and athleticism will be a nightmare for other teams. Guys like Trimble, Edwards, and Dailey saw first-hand what Groce wants to do on offense and defense, and should have no problem living up to the expectations set by this year's squad. 1 Quote
Z.I.P. Posted April 6, 2020 Report Posted April 6, 2020 I know Dailey is listed as a F on Akron's roster, as there are so few non-guards, lol. However, he was strictly in the 2-guard spot in Iowa City, and his game seems suited for it. But this is the #MACtion, so he seems perfectly suited to whichever wing spot Groce slots him into! 1 Quote
Let'sGoZips94 Posted April 13, 2020 Report Posted April 13, 2020 This program is in his hands. 1 Quote
Let'sGoZips94 Posted April 15, 2020 Report Posted April 15, 2020 I can't wait to watch this for one more year. 3 Quote
akronzips71 Posted April 15, 2020 Report Posted April 15, 2020 #1 will be hanging in the rafters one day. 4 Quote
clarkwgriswold Posted April 15, 2020 Author Report Posted April 15, 2020 Can't have enough of these- Quote
clarkwgriswold Posted April 15, 2020 Author Report Posted April 15, 2020 Article on Zips site about LCJ being on All-Academic team- https://gozips.com/news/2020/4/8/mens-basketball-jackson-earns-second-academic-all-mac-recognition.aspx?camefrom=EMCL_3274716_156572708 1 Quote
akronzips71 Posted April 15, 2020 Report Posted April 15, 2020 Since he is probably too small to play in the NBA regardless of his numbers, I suspect we may be looking at a future college coach. Quote
Hilltopper Posted April 15, 2020 Report Posted April 15, 2020 40 minutes ago, akronzips71 said: Since he is probably too small to play in the NBA regardless of his numbers, I suspect we may be looking at a future college coach. More likely he will be working with his dad. 1 Quote
Blue & Gold Posted April 15, 2020 Report Posted April 15, 2020 I'm already chomping at the bit for next season but we've got 6 and a half months to wait Quote
1981 grad Posted April 15, 2020 Report Posted April 15, 2020 18 hours ago, Let'sGoZips94 said: I can't wait to watch this for one more year. Wow!!!!! 1 Quote
ZippyRulz Posted April 18, 2020 Report Posted April 18, 2020 On 4/15/2020 at 4:57 PM, Blue & Gold said: I'm already chomping at the bit for next season but we've got 6 and a half months to wait If we're lucky ? 3 Quote
NWAkron Posted April 22, 2020 Report Posted April 22, 2020 https://www.beaconjournal.com/sports/20200422/university-of-akron-menrsquos-basketball-newest-addition-has-traits-for-zips-program 1 Quote
Bigzip1 Posted April 23, 2020 Report Posted April 23, 2020 (edited) G Tribble MIX! https://www.instagram.com/tv/B_Lmgapnsmb/?igshid=19y4l1ylrblfd Edited April 23, 2020 by Bigzip1 Typo 4 Quote
clarkwgriswold Posted April 23, 2020 Author Report Posted April 23, 2020 Enjoy Groce now. If he is successful next year and his budget gets cut in proportion to the President's plan for the athletic department (20%), he might not be here much longer. We can only hope other schools feel the same plan and follow a similar plan. Quote
Blue & Gold Posted April 23, 2020 Report Posted April 23, 2020 The @LZIp posted wasn't working for me. If anyone else was having the same problem, click this link. Quote
clarkwgriswold Posted April 24, 2020 Author Report Posted April 24, 2020 14 hours ago, Blue & Gold said: The @LZIp posted wasn't working for me. If anyone else was having the same problem, click this link. Wow, this really has me looking forward to next season. Quote
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