1981 grad Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 What is the issue with Ali Ali? I assumed he could play this year when he signed with Akron. You would have thought somebody would have checked on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 7 hours ago, 1981 grad said: What is the issue with Ali Ali? I assumed he could play this year when he signed with Akron. You would have thought somebody would have checked on that. I'd have to think it arises from his 2 transfers in two years. I understand Bandaogo is going to have to sit out the year at Cincy for the same thing. I don't get the drawn out nature of these things. It's not like the kid showed up yesterday. I also wonder if a player can grad transfer mid-season as I understand he has 8 hours left to finish his degree which he is doing now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 (edited) 33 minutes ago, clarkwgriswold said: I'd have to think it arises from his 2 transfers in two years. I understand Bandaogo is going to have to sit out the year at Cincy for the same thing. I don't get the drawn out nature of these things. It's not like the kid showed up yesterday. I also wonder if a player can grad transfer mid-season as I understand he has 8 hours left to finish his degree which he is doing now. Well if his degree isn't finished, then the potential of him not being available right away makes sense. I wouldn't expect him to be eligible until after this semester is over. Edited October 31, 2023 by LZIp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Let'sGoZips94 Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 The NCAA is such a clown show that wants to be a professional organization so badly. With that being said, I'm not sure I understand accepting Ali Ali back without 100% certainty he can play this season - all season. Not exactly a great look when his first time around left a sour taste in people's mouths. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Kangaroo Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 3 minutes ago, Let'sGoZips94 said: The NCAA is such a clown show that wants to be a professional organization so badly. With that being said, I'm not sure I understand accepting Ali Ali back without 100% certainty he can play this season - all season. Not exactly a great look when his first time around left a sour taste in people's mouths. You'd be surprised how short the typical fan's memory is after someone puts up a nice stat line in their first game back. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Kangaroo Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 16 minutes ago, LZIp said: Well if his degree isn't finished, then the potential of him not being available right away makes sense. He is pursuing a hardship case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue & Gold Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 This is a good look for coach. He should sport this on the sideline in lieu of the vest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 6 minutes ago, Captain Kangaroo said: He is pursuing a hardship case. Yeah, i'm not expecting eligibility until he has a degree, especially considering he transferred away from his family. https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/38163792/ncaa-says-waiver-criteria-2-transfers-tightened-new-policy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 15 minutes ago, Captain Kangaroo said: He is pursuing a hardship case. I would think that's a tough sell when he left here a year before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Let'sGoZips94 Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 1 hour ago, Captain Kangaroo said: You'd be surprised how short the typical fan's memory is after someone puts up a nice stat line in their first game back. That'd be nice, considering his last stat line in a Zips uniform was borderline nonexistent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoyalZIP Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 Classic Groce wasting roster spots. Can we still hire Dru Joyce??? Get this clown outta here! 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 3 minutes ago, LoyalZIP said: Classic Groce wasting roster spots. Can we still hire Dru Joyce??? Get this clown outta here! He's taking a spot Taylor Currie could be occupying, damnit! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoyalZIP Posted October 31, 2023 Report Share Posted October 31, 2023 5 minutes ago, clarkwgriswold said: He's taking a spot Taylor Currie could be occupying, damnit! We could've given Prince Mosengo a shot!!!! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted November 1, 2023 Report Share Posted November 1, 2023 A head's up to all of our GA season ticket holders- parking is not included with season tickets this year. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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NWAkron Posted November 1, 2023 Report Share Posted November 1, 2023 I saw Ali Ali was named first team All Mac in coach's poll. Jumping the gun? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted November 1, 2023 Report Share Posted November 1, 2023 2023-24 MAC Men’s Basketball Preseason Coaches’ Poll (First Place Votes) 1. Akron (11) – 121 2. Kent State – 104 3. Ohio (1) – 102 4. Toledo – 93 5. Northern Illinois – 82 T6. Bowling Green – 64 T6. Miami – 64 8. Ball State – 55 9. Buffalo – 38 10. Western Michigan – 33 11. Eastern Michigan – 22 12. Central Michigan – 14 Tournament Champion: Akron (9), Kent State (1), Ohio (1), Toledo (1) 2023-24 MAC Men’s Basketball Preseason All-MAC Teams First Team Ali Ali, Guard, Akron, Sr. Enrique Freeman, Forward, Akron, Sr. Chris Payton, Forward, Kent State, Grad. Jaylin Hunter, Guard, Ohio, Sr. Dante Maddox Jr., Guard, Toledo, Jr. Second Team Tyson Acuff, Guard, Eastern Michigan, Jr. Jalen Sullinger, Guard, Kent State, Jr. Anderson Mirambeaux, Center, Miami, Sr. David Coit, Guard, Northern Illinois, Jr. AJ Brown, Guard, Ohio, So. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted November 1, 2023 Report Share Posted November 1, 2023 58 minutes ago, clarkwgriswold said: 2023-24 MAC Men’s Basketball Preseason Coaches’ Poll (First Place Votes) 1. Akron (11) – 121 2. Kent State – 104 3. Ohio (1) – 102 4. Toledo – 93 5. Northern Illinois – 82 T6. Bowling Green – 64 T6. Miami – 64 8. Ball State – 55 9. Buffalo – 38 10. Western Michigan – 33 11. Eastern Michigan – 22 12. Central Michigan – 14 Tournament Champion: Akron (9), Kent State (1), Ohio (1), Toledo (1) 2023-24 MAC Men’s Basketball Preseason All-MAC Teams First Team Ali Ali, Guard, Akron, Sr. Enrique Freeman, Forward, Akron, Sr. Chris Payton, Forward, Kent State, Grad. Jaylin Hunter, Guard, Ohio, Sr. Dante Maddox Jr., Guard, Toledo, Jr. Second Team Tyson Acuff, Guard, Eastern Michigan, Jr. Jalen Sullinger, Guard, Kent State, Jr. Anderson Mirambeaux, Center, Miami, Sr. David Coit, Guard, Northern Illinois, Jr. AJ Brown, Guard, Ohio, So. I believe I read Mirambeaux isn't eligible at least until after fall semester due to grades. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted November 1, 2023 Report Share Posted November 1, 2023 32 minutes ago, LZIp said: I believe I read Mirambeaux isn't eligible at least until after fall semester due to grades. I wonder if that will impact his Jenny Craig NIL money. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyalBlu Posted November 1, 2023 Report Share Posted November 1, 2023 2 hours ago, clarkwgriswold said: 2023-24 MAC Men’s Basketball Preseason Coaches’ Poll (First Place Votes) 1. Akron (11) – 121 2. Kent State – 104 3. Ohio (1) – 102 4. Toledo – 93 5. Northern Illinois – 82 T6. Bowling Green – 64 T6. Miami – 64 8. Ball State – 55 9. Buffalo – 38 10. Western Michigan – 33 11. Eastern Michigan – 22 12. Central Michigan – 14 Tournament Champion: Akron (9), Kent State (1), Ohio (1), Toledo (1) 2023-24 MAC Men’s Basketball Preseason All-MAC Teams First Team Ali Ali, Guard, Akron, Sr. Enrique Freeman, Forward, Akron, Sr. Chris Payton, Forward, Kent State, Grad. Jaylin Hunter, Guard, Ohio, Sr. Dante Maddox Jr., Guard, Toledo, Jr. Second Team Tyson Acuff, Guard, Eastern Michigan, Jr. Jalen Sullinger, Guard, Kent State, Jr. Anderson Mirambeaux, Center, Miami, Sr. David Coit, Guard, Northern Illinois, Jr. AJ Brown, Guard, Ohio, So. The MAC is considered a 'guards' league ... but interesting that teams with the best 'proven returning guards' are picked third and fifth by the coaches. ... I believe Akron is a certain title contender, but with talented but unproven guards and still undetermined Ali Ali situation, the closer it gets to the start of the season the more uneasy it all seems. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyalBlu Posted November 1, 2023 Report Share Posted November 1, 2023 4 minutes ago, RoyalBlu said: The MAC is considered a 'guards' league ... but interesting that teams with the best 'proven returning guards' are picked third and fifth by the coaches. ... I believe Akron is a certain title contender, but with talented but unproven guards and still undetermined Ali Ali situation, the closer it gets to the start of the season the more uneasy it all seems. Interesting: Coaches see Zips as dominant with 11 first place votes and a 17-point spread between first and second place. Next biggest spread is 8-points between No. 5 NIU and No. 6 BG/Miami. Basically a top and bottom league. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWAkron Posted November 1, 2023 Report Share Posted November 1, 2023 25 minutes ago, RoyalBlu said: The MAC is considered a 'guards' league ... but interesting that teams with the best 'proven returning guards' are picked third and fifth by the coaches. ... As opposed to the "center" leagues and the "forwards" leagues? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illini Zip Posted November 2, 2023 Report Share Posted November 2, 2023 8 hours ago, Reslife4Life said: Dawson is a Junior. Nice!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Let'sGoZips94 Posted November 2, 2023 Report Share Posted November 2, 2023 15 hours ago, RoyalBlu said: The MAC is considered a 'guards' league ... but interesting that teams with the best 'proven returning guards' are picked third and fifth by the coaches. ... I believe Akron is a certain title contender, but with talented but unproven guards and still undetermined Ali Ali situation, the closer it gets to the start of the season the more uneasy it all seems. The MAC is an experience league. Typically the most experienced team wins in the end (i.e. Kent last year). Akron has won the league numerous times with a solid backcourt but better front court. Fundamental guard play is needed, but experience reigns supreme. 9 hours ago, Illini Zip said: Dawson is a Junior. Nice!! Whhaaaatttt?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illini Zip Posted November 2, 2023 Report Share Posted November 2, 2023 50 minutes ago, Let'sGoZips94 said: The MAC is an experience league. Typically the most experienced team wins in the end (i.e. Kent last year). Akron has won the league numerous times with a solid backcourt but better front court. Fundamental guard play is needed, but experience reigns supreme. Whhaaaatttt?????? when asked to give name, athletic year, home town and major, Dawson answered Junior. Probably a senior or more academically. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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