Let'sGoZips94 Posted March 20 Report Share Posted March 20 1 hour ago, UAZipster0305 said: All an advertiser should care about is total number of viewers, which is theoretically higher if more alumni bases have vested interest. Also, the average person gets tired of seeing the same teams featured and winning; I sure do. There's all sorts of politics, backroom deals, etc., that go into this. We're talking about one of the most corrupt organizations in the world. Gotta keep that circle tight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UAZipster0305 Posted March 20 Report Share Posted March 20 5 minutes ago, Let'sGoZips94 said: There's all sorts of politics, backroom deals, etc., that go into this. We're talking about one of the most corrupt organizations in the world. Gotta keep that circle tight. Of course. All I am saying is that, politics aside, business logic dictates that the more fan bases engaged, the more theoretical viewers (customers), thus maximizing profit. But then again, I saw a NCAAT style playoff being great for college football, yet it still took decades to evolve beyond the traditional bowl model into a limited playoff system that expanded slowly. Adding all D-1A conference champions is the only sensible next step. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Let'sGoZips94 Posted March 20 Report Share Posted March 20 19 minutes ago, UAZipster0305 said: Of course. All I am saying is that, politics aside, business logic dictates that the more fan bases engaged, the more theoretical viewers (customers), thus maximizing profit. But then again, I saw a NCAAT style playoff being great for college football, yet it still took decades to evolve beyond the traditional bowl model into a limited playoff system that expanded slowly. Adding all D-1A conference champions is the only sensible next step. I completely understand your argument and I'm with you. In a perfect world, the NCAA would focus on competitive balance, balanced revenue, balanced conferences, etc. The NFL has proven that a balanced competitive model creates the most financially lucrative product. Too bad the suits are too focused on lining their own pockets. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kreed5120 Posted March 20 Report Share Posted March 20 To get this topic back on track is anyone watching this McNeese-Clemson game? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZippyRulz Posted March 20 Report Share Posted March 20 looks like 12 seed mcneese beat 5 seed Clemson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZipsBBjunkie Posted March 20 Report Share Posted March 20 McNeese manager is darling of the dance already. I’m sure he’ll transfer to NC State along with Wade and many from the team. That’s when you know we’re in a different world - when the manager makes news as a major transfer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westie Posted March 20 Report Share Posted March 20 Not sure if anyone saw the press conference with coach and the players today. Great to see them on the tournament stage like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWAkron Posted March 20 Report Share Posted March 20 21 minutes ago, ZippyRulz said: looks like 12 seed mcneese beat 5 seed Clemson McNeese State made a deal with the devil. Enjoy while it lasts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted March 20 Author Report Share Posted March 20 One thing I love about these Zips is that everyone on the team is involved and having fun. Guys like Gray and Wilson have been here for a short period of time but they are right in the middle of the mix. Seth is leading the team in the huddle before they come out. Seth is putting the Akron name as the winner on the bracket board. No sulking, no outsiders. From Nate Johnson to Connor Groce they're all in and happy for each other. That's TEAMISM. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopper Posted March 20 Report Share Posted March 20 40 minutes ago, clarkwgriswold said: One thing I love about these Zips is that everyone on the team is involved and having fun. Guys like Gray and Wilson have been here for a short period of time but they are right in the middle of the mix. Seth is leading the team in the huddle before they come out. Seth is putting the Akron name as the winner on the bracket board. No sulking, no outsiders. From Nate Johnson to Connor Groce they're all in and happy for each other. That's TEAMISM. IMG_20250320_161317.heic 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted March 21 Author Report Share Posted March 21 I'm watching Arkansas-Kansas, featuring two of my least favorite coaches. If Calipari, with his ability to recruit, could coach as well as Groce, he'd never lose a game, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kreed5120 Posted March 21 Report Share Posted March 21 There are still games ongoing, but so far the only real upsets have been McNeese, Drake, and I suppose Arkansas. With a fairly uneventful day 1 maybe we will witness the chaos tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted Friday at 10:48 AM Author Report Share Posted Friday at 10:48 AM Today's Beacon article on the transfers - https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/sports/college/zips/2025/03/21/akron-zips-basketball-ncaa-tournament-transfers-isaiah-gray-bowen-hardman-james-okonkwo-seth-wilson/82491250007/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Kangaroo Posted Friday at 11:37 AM Report Share Posted Friday at 11:37 AM The Beacon en fuego! ✍️🔥 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted Friday at 12:34 PM Author Report Share Posted Friday at 12:34 PM 56 minutes ago, Captain Kangaroo said: The Beacon en fuego! ✍️🔥 Admit it, you're missing George. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Kangaroo Posted Friday at 12:38 PM Report Share Posted Friday at 12:38 PM Zips Get Big MAC Sandwich 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWAkron Posted Friday at 12:44 PM Report Share Posted Friday at 12:44 PM Great Day to be a Zip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted Friday at 12:58 PM Report Share Posted Friday at 12:58 PM Let's take this program to a new level! Go Zips! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reslife4Life Posted Friday at 01:18 PM Report Share Posted Friday at 01:18 PM What a great day to be an Akron Zip! In the words of RJ Nemer “it’s go time!” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1981 grad Posted Friday at 01:22 PM Report Share Posted Friday at 01:22 PM I watched the end of the Michigan UC San Diego game last night and San Diego got the lead with about 3 minutes left in the game after coming back from a 15 point deficit. However, the Michigan point guard nailed a clutch 3 pointer and then the Michigan 7 foot center picked up some clutch rebounds and the opportunity for the upset was gone. It just reminded me that the Zips have to do everything right to win this game and Arizona has to do some things wrong for the Zips to win. Michigan kept San Diego in the game , they shot around 50% from the line and missed the front end of some one and ones. They also missed several shots around the rim. The Zips need to rebound and not have a repeat of what happened against St. Marys. We also have to shoot the 3 ball well, 40% or better and move the ball well to hit the open man for the 3. San Diego ran screens forcing the 7 footers to cover their quicker guards. It worked and they were able to penetrate based on speed. Although we do not have Freeman, I like our chances better than last year because we are a better shooting team and our guard play is much better than last year. Go Zips!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted Friday at 01:24 PM Author Report Share Posted Friday at 01:24 PM Ohio.com article by Brad Bournival today about Shaka Smart and his love for Akron and Keith Dambrot. No mention about how he poured it on after the VCU/Akron game was long over. I've liked Marquette since the Al McGuire days of my youth but I'll never root for them as long as they're coached by that disingenuous little troll. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkwgriswold Posted Friday at 01:25 PM Author Report Share Posted Friday at 01:25 PM 2 minutes ago, 1981 grad said: I watched the end of the Michigan UC San Diego game last night and San Diego got the lead with about 3 minutes left in the game after coming back from a 15 point deficit. However, the Michigan point guard nailed a clutch 3 pointer and then the Michigan 7 foot center picked up some clutch rebounds and the opportunity for the upset was gone. It just reminded me that the Zips have to do everything right to win this game and Arizona has to do some things wrong for the Zips to win. Michigan kept San Diego in the game , they shot around 50% from the line and missed the front end of some one and ones. They also missed several shots around the rim. The Zips need to rebound and not have a repeat of what happened against St. Marys. We also have to shoot the 3 ball well, 40% or better and move the ball well to hit the open man for the 3. San Diego ran screens forcing the 7 footers to cover their quicker guards. It worked and they were able to penetrate based on speed. Although we do not have Freeman, I like our chances better than last year because we are a better shooting team and our guard play is much better than last year. Go Zips!!! I also think that Creighton team was better than this Arizona squad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Let'sGoZips94 Posted Friday at 01:28 PM Report Share Posted Friday at 01:28 PM Northern Arizona knocked off Arizona's women's basketball team in the NIT last night. Can we send their other basketball program packing tonight? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy5 Posted Friday at 01:46 PM Report Share Posted Friday at 01:46 PM (edited) Let's **** win this **** Edited Friday at 01:47 PM by zippy5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy5 Posted Friday at 01:48 PM Report Share Posted Friday at 01:48 PM 48 minutes ago, LZIp said: Let's take this program to a new level! Go Zips! Seems like things are kind of percolating right? Finally got some buzz, sustained conference success, good kids on the team, the culture, finally some good marketing.. We're right there if we want to take the next step. Today would be a good day for it 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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