Men’s Soccer Wins MAC Championship
The University of Akron Men’s Soccer team beat the University at Buffalo Bulls in overtime 1-0 to win the MAC Championship. The winning goal was headed into the net by Freshman Anthony Ampaipitakwongin the 101st minute for the Zips’ fifth MAC Tournament title. Akron also won the regular season conference title.
The Zips will now wait to see where they are seeded in the NCAA Tournament. Fan can join the team at Cleats in Fairlawn where they will watch the NCAA College Cup selection show on ESPN News at 5:30pm Monday.
Zips Fumble A Win Against Miami
The Akron Zips football team let one slip by Wednesday night as the Miami Redhawks won 7-0. Miami’s only score came on a fumble by quarterback Carlton Jackson while being sacked in the fourth quarter allowing DE Craig Mester to score. Jackson played only three plays in the loss.
Akron (4-7, 3-4) had only 216 yards in total offense. Running back Alex Allen gained 73 yards on 13 carries, and Chris Jacquemain completed 12 of 33 passes and had two interceptions for the Zips. The Redhawks improve to 6-5.
The Zips’ next game will be Friday, November 23rd at 11:00am against Central Michigan.
Zips Beat The Bobcats 48-37
The University of Akron Zips football team beat the Ohio university Bobcats Wednesday night 48-37 at the Rubber Bowl in Akron, Ohio. Coming into the game, Akron had lost it’s last three match-ups including a bad loss to Bowling Green last Friday on national TV. Wednesday night’s game was also broadcast nationally on ESPN2. With the win, Akron improves to 3-3, 4-6 and Ohio falls to 3-4, 5-6 on the season.
The game began on a bad note as QB Carlton Jackson mishandled the snap fumbling the ball to Ohio. The Bobcats scored a touchdown after gaining possession of the ball. On the ensuing kick off, Akron’s Bryan Williams returned the ball 95 yards for a touchdown. Later in the first quarter, Ohio answered by returning the kickoff only to have the TD negated by a holding penalty. Akron led at the half 20-13 and never looked back.
The Zips used two quarterbacks in the win, although most of the snaps were taken by Chris Jaquemain. Jaquemain was 15-24 for 184 yards and 2 TDs with 1 INT. Carlton Jackson went 3-5 for 45 yards. Alex Allen was 4 yards short of a 100 yard rushing game with 96 yards on 14 carries. Allen found the end zone 3 times as the Zips’ big play maker for the night. Bryan Williams also contributed 80 yards on 16 carries.
Jabari Arthur, already drafted for the Canadian Football League, continued to make his draft case for the NFL. He reeled in 8 receptions for 129 yards and 1 TD.
In the ESPN broadcast booth, Zips fans were able to hear former Notre Dame head coach Lou Holtz provide the color commentary on game. For the remainder of the season, Akron will continue to enjoy national exposure as all of their remaining games will be carried on either the ESPN2 or ESPNU networks.
Akron’s next game is next Wednesday, November 14th as they travel to Oxford, Ohio to take on the Miami Redhawks. This game will be broadcast on ESPN2. Kick-off is set for 7:35 PM ET.
Zippy Clinches Playoff Berth
Zippy became the first mascot to earn a playoff spot the Capital One Mascot of the Year Challenge. He did so by posting a victory over Cosmo from Brigham Young University. The Akron mascot is undefeated at 8-0 on the season and will have a first-round bye come postseason play.
Zippy can stay on an undefeated winning streak this week when she battles Big Red from Western Kentucky University. Vote now and vote often at www.capitalonebowl.com.
No. 17 Akron Defeats WMU, Wins Title
Akron Dominated By Bowling Green
For those Zips fans that have been complaining about Carlton Jackson not starting over Chris Jaquemain, Friday night was your night. Sort of. Jackson got the nod from coach J.D. Brookhart against the Bowling Green Falcons due to a disciplinary suspension for Jaquemain for violating team policy. Jackson’s only other start was against UCONN earlier this season. Friday night, it was not meant to be as Akron was dominated by BG 44-20.
For most of the night, it was the CJ Jackson show as he rushed for 132 yards on 24 carries leading the Zips. Unfortunately, none of those runs lead him to the end zone for a touchdown. At the end of the first half, Jackson was close as he ran the ball to the four yard line, but the ball was stripped away and rolled through the end zone for a touchback. There were too many plays that had Jackson taking the snap and running the ball without even looking for an open receiver. This can work if used at key moments, but by the end of the first half the Falcon defense seemed to anticipate the play.
The Zips started to find receiver and future NFL draft pick Jabari Arthur in the second half, but the damage was already done. Arthur didn’t catch a pass in the first half but he finished the game with 6 catches for 93 yards and 1 TD. QB Carlton Jackson was 14 of 31 for 193 yards in the air. He had 2 INTs and 1 fumble.
Akron falls to 2-3, 3-6 while Bowling Green improves to 3-2, 5-4. The Zips’ next game is Wednesday, November 7th at home against Ohio University. The game will be broadcast on ESPN2.
Help Zippy Stay Undefeated
Zippy still holds on to a tight lead over Southern Carolina’s Cocky for the Capital One All-America Mascot. Zippy is still the only undefeated mascot at 6-0 since the contest began in September.
You can help by voting once a day at to www.CapitalOneBowl.com. The winning mascot will be announced on January 1st at the Capital One Bowl game. Vote now and vote often!
No. 16 Akron Beats Buffalo
It was an ugly night for men’s soccer due to constant rain, but the Zips toughed it out besting the Buffalo Bulls 1-0 Friday night in Buffalo, NY. Akron is now 3-0-1 in the MAC (11-3-2 overall) while the Bulls fall to 3-1-0 (9-4-2 overall).
Akron’s only goal came freshman Steve Zakuani pushed the ball toward the Buffalo goal allowing senior Matt Tutich to tap it in.
Akron has two regular-season matches remaining and both will take place on the road. The Zips head north to Oakland on Oct. 31 then wrap up the season at Western Michigan on Nov. 3.
Zips Soccer Falls to Michigan
It took two overtimes periods to do it, but at the 44 second mark in the second overtime Michigan scored the game winning goal to defeat Akron 1-0 on Wednesday in Ann Arbor.
Going into the match, Akron was ranked No. 16 nationally with a record of 10-2-2. The Zips had won their last 10 matches prior to Wednesday’s loss.
Akron travels to University at Buffalo this Friday at 7:00PM. The Bulls are 3-0-0 in conference play.
Zips Put Away BG, Look To Buffalo
No. 23 ranked Akron Zips men’s soccer team defeated the Bowling Green Falcons 4-0 on Saturday. For the most part, the Falcons hung with the Zips for the first half. In the second half, the Zips’ talented offensive attack struck early lead by Steve Zakuani who scored two goals on the day. Akron’s defense was stifling as they held Bowling Green to a season low 7 shots on goal.
With the wein, Akron improves to 10-2-2. Akron next heads to Buffalo on Friday night to try to take over first place in the MAC.
Zips Set To Face Injured Lions
No. 23 Akron men’s soccer will face an injured Penn State Wednesday night at Lee Jackson Field. The Zips (8-2-2, 0-0-1) are looking to improve their record and possibly their ranking by beating the Nittany Lions (4-6-2, 1-1-1). Akron has the advantage from a talent and national ranking standpoint, but will possibly enjoy the additional advantage of injuries to the Penn State offensive attack.
Junior forward Jason Yeisley suffered a serious knee injury last week in a match with Boston College. The timing of this injury couldn’t have been worse for Penn State as their offense has only seen 2 goals in the last three games.
On the other hand, Akron’s offensive attack features freshman Anthony Ampaipitakwong who ranks ninth in the nation on assists. On the defensive side, Akron finds themselves ranked tenth in shutouts thanks to junior goalkeeper Evan Bush.
Wednesday’s match-up begins at 7:30 on the campus of the University of Akron. For game day information including ticket pricing and parking, visit UofAZIPS.com’s Game Day page.
Zips Baseball Set For World Series
The University of Akron baseball team will host its annual Fall World Series next week in Akron. The Series will feature an intrasquad scrimmage begins at 2:30 Monday. Tradition dictates that the winners will be treated to steaks while the losers will eat hot dogs. Fans, friends and students are encouraged to come support the Zips in this free event.
For more information, visit GoZips.com.
Own Goal Forces Tie vs. OSU
It’s unfortunate when it happens, but at least in America the fans don’t riot.
The University of Akron Zips where held to a 1-1 tie vs. in-state rival Ohio State Wednesday at Lee Jackson Field. The loan OSU goal came when OSU junior midfielder Roger Espinoza passed the ball across the field in front of the goal from the left side. The ball hit off the Zips’ senior midfielder Elliot Bradbrook and bounced into the goal. Akron’s record is at 5-2-1 while the Buckeyes are at 5-2-2.
Akron will heads out on the road for two matches against UNC Greensboro and Wright State before returning home to open Mid-American Conference play versus Hartwick, Oct. 6, at 7:30 pm.
Zips To Face #25 Ohio State At Home
The Akron Zips men’s soccer team will host no. 25 Ohio State Buckeyes Wednesday at Lee Jackson Field at 7:30pm. Akron is undefeated at home this season. OSU is ranked fourth in by the National Soccer Coaches Association in the Great Lakes Region. Akron is currently ranked seventh.
Zips Beat Kentucky 1-0
The Akron Zips men’s soccer team topped the University of Kentucky Sunday 1-0 improving their record to 4-2-0. Akron leads the series against UK 4-8-2 with Akron winning the last three matches between the teams. Akron’s goal actually came when UK midfielder Brad Frederick accidentally tapped the ball into his own goal while trying to clear it.
Zips Fall To Wake Forest 3-1
The University of Akron Men’s soccer team lost to No. 1 Wake Forest 3-1 Friday in Winston-Salem, NC. A win against the Demon Deacons would have vaulted Akron near the top ranking in college soccer. Devin McKenney scored the lone Zips goal. Akron falls to 2-1-0 on the season.
