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The Akron Womens Rugby Team cheering during halftime. Photo courtesy of Abbie Stopka.

Zips help the Akron Women’s Rugby Team make history

By Olivia Kurylo, Editor-in-Chief November 3, 2023

After taking the top spot in the Greater Ohio Rugby League, Akron Women’s Rugby is headed to take on South Buffalo, Nov. 4. The team took the number-one spot in the Greater Ohio Rugby League after dominating...

Introductions of Zip and Bearcat starting players.

The University of Akron Zips Hockey Team dominates against Cincinnati

By Olivia Kurylo, Online Editor October 19, 2023

Key Information:  UA Zips won Sept. 29, 2023 (6-3)  UA Zips victory Sept. 30, 2023 (13-2)  Location: 8319 Port Jackson Ave NW, North Canton OH, 44720 The University of Akron Zips Hockey...

Zips Hockey Team warming up before Cincinnati game.

Hidden gems in sports: The University of Akron Zips Hockey Team

By Olivia Kurylo, Online Editor October 4, 2023

Concealed by golden shrubbery and trees painted in fall foliage, a small brick-lined patio remains untouched by students at The University of Akron. The only signs of use are the animals scurrying between...

Image courtesy of University of Akron Athletics.

Basketball head coach Ryan Gensler leads new team and staff in preparation for upcoming season

By Megan Williams, Sports Editor, Contributor October 4, 2023

When they are asked about their coaching style, most sports coaches express their focus on a team’s offensive or defensive ability. Meanwhile, Ryan Gensler, the new head coach for women’s basketball...

girl friends hands piled together (on Unsplash)

Fall 2023 Print Story: Unsung Talent

By Zach Lininger, Contributor September 12, 2023

At the University of Akron, sports play a huge role in providing opportunities for athletes to develop their skills as they further their athletic careers, while simultaneously providing students and other...

UA Athletics new logo displayed on gym floor

University of Akron Athletics sets new standard to benefit student athletes

By Baylee Vought, Contributor February 18, 2023

The University of Akron Athletics Department is embracing the “out with the old and in with the new” mentality this year as several changes were made to improve student athletes’ experience as well...

Student Organization SABA Offers Opportunities for UA Students to Gain Connections in the Sports Industry

Student Organization SABA Offers Opportunities for UA Students to Gain Connections in the Sports Industry

By Camryn Moore, Correspondent November 24, 2022

Dominic DiMascio, a junior at The University of Akron, was looking for more opportunities to engage the professional sport community and network with the pros.   “I wanted to create a space...

Picture of the Student Recreation and Wellness Center at the University of Akron.

American Red Cross Offers Lifeguard Course and Certifications for UA Students

By Emily Price, Contributor October 25, 2021

This fall, the American Red Cross University of Akron provides the opportunity to take lifeguard courses for University of Akron full-time students. Those intending to fulfill lifeguard positions for...

Many members of the Women’s Swimming and Diving team broke pool records during the 2020 Mid-American Conference championship.

Women’s Swimming, Diving Wins Seventh Consecutive MAC Title

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief March 9, 2020

The University of Akron Women’s Swimming and Diving team, ranked No. 25 in the nation, won its seventh consecutive Mid-American Conference (MAC) championship title on Feb. 29. This year, the Zips...

The Akron Vulcans defeated Cadence on Feb. 22 with a final score of seven to four.

Akron Vulcans Futsal Offers Fast-Paced, Exciting Entertainment

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief March 9, 2020

Looking for a new sport to follow with a local team and affordable ticket prices? Look no further, as the Akron Vulcans Futsal team, an affiliation of the FIFA National Futsal Premier League (NFPL),...

The Akron Running Club attended various NIRCA-sponsored cross country meets during the fall semester.

Akron Running Club Unites Recreational, Competitive Runners

By Elizabeth Heckler, Social Media Editor February 27, 2020

Runners at The University of Akron do not have to be part of a varsity team to be part of a running community. Established five years ago, the Akron Running Club (ARC) currently has about 30 undergraduate...

Akron Rocket League Gold team members, from left, are Tristan “.Tristn” Roberts (left), Buzz “Buzz” Krager, and Isaac “Reticence” Stecker.

Akron Rocket League Wins Second Consecutive National Championship

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief November 18, 2019

With a dominant win record of 20-0, the Akron Zips Rocket League team brought home their second consecutive College Rocket League National Championship on Nov. 9. Three players on the Akron Gold team,...

Students from The University of Akron playing on one of Esports’ several locations on campus.

Zips Esports Club Hosts Weekly ‘Super Smash Brothers’ Tournament

By Jack Tupta and Kaitee Horstmann October 22, 2019

The University of Akron Esports program offers a variety of clubs based on popular games for students who want to participate in the competitive video gaming with fellow Zips. One of these clubs, based...

The Akron Women’s Volleyball team celebrates after playing against Ball State, winning three to two.

Zips Women’s Volleyball Continues Winning Streak, Prepares for Homecoming Matches

By Veronica Janosek, News & Sports Editor October 8, 2019

Heading into Homecoming weekend at The University of Akron, the women’s volleyball team has won nine consecutive games this season with an overall record of 11 wins and four losses. According to the...

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Zips LIVE Interview with Football Head Coach, Men’s Golf Coach

By Veronica Janosek, News & Sports Editor October 1, 2019

The University of Akron’s football head coach, Tom Arth, and men’s golf coach, David Trainor, were featured guests recently on Zips LIVE, a weekly hour-long radio show that covers Zips Athletics. Airing...

Zippy is here to get students and campus members excited about UA sports.

Zips Who Made It Big: UA Athletes Playing On Professional Teams

By Veronica Janosek, News & Sports Editor September 26, 2019

Ever wonder where student athletes go after they graduate? Although not all those who participate in collegiate sports move on to play for professional teams, there have been several from The University...

The University of Akron Men’s Soccer team in their match against Stanford.

Men’s Soccer Continues Season with Zero Wins, Fans Keep High Hopes for Team

By Veronica Janosek, News & Sports Editor September 17, 2019

Men’s Soccer at The University of Akron is off to a rough start with zero wins out of the first five games this season. Having won the Mid-American Conference Tournament last year and appearing in...

The University of Akron Recreation and Wellness Center offers several services to the campus community.

Intramural Sports: Is Soccer Getting Cut?

By Veronica Janosek, News & Sports Editor September 8, 2019

Have you heard of the changes being made to the Intramural Sports offered on campus at UA? Intramural Sports is a program on campus organized as a way for the campus community to play sports separate...

Jumping for joy, these UA student athletes cooled off after a fun Friday practice.

Women’s Varsity Swimming, Diving Team Bonds Through Campus Fun

By Jayla Green, News Contributor September 8, 2019

The University of Akron Women’s Varsity Swimming and Diving team had a bonding experience, running and splashing through the fountains near Coleman Common after a game of ultimate frisbee on Sept. 6. Sophomore...

The Zips Gaming Lounge, located in the Williams Honors College, features 24 state-of-the-art gaming PCs and five consoles for recreational use by UA students in good academic standing.

Cleveland Clinic Sports Health Official Medical Provider of UA Esports

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief September 3, 2019

Although video gaming may not have the same physical toll as professional football or basketball, the medical industry still wants to keep collegiate esports gamers healthy. In a partnership with The...

Akron Esports Varsity Rocket League Team Qualifies for Nationals

Akron Esports Varsity Rocket League Team Qualifies for Nationals

By Sala Wier, Copy Editor April 8, 2019

On March 20, the Akron Zips Esports varsity Rocket League team won the Collegiate Rocket League (CRL) Northern Conference Championships. They are the only National Championship team from last season to...

Season Recap: Men’s Basketball Shows Signs of Life in Trying Times

By Tyler Gunter, ZTV Reporter | Sports Report April 3, 2019

The 2018-2019 Men’s Basketball season was a slight improvement from the last season, but not enough to make the big splash that the Zips have long been hoping for.   Last season, Akron went 14-18...

Akron Comeback Falls Short to #25 Buffalo

By Colin Brennan, ZTV Reporter | Sports Report March 5, 2019

The University of Akron Zips welcomed nationally ranked Buffalo to James A. Rhodes Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 12, where the Zips would fall in a tightly fought contest, 76-70.   The first half was very...

The Akron Zips Men’s Soccer team celebrates their 3-2 victory over Stanford.

Zips Soccer Makes Sixth Trip to College Cup

By Jake Herron, Online Editor December 6, 2018

The Akron Zips Men’s Soccer team is heading to its sixth College Cup appearance after toppling defending national champion Stanford in the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals. This is a comeback against...

Former Zips Football head coach Terry Bowden.

Terry Bowden Fired, Search for New Football Coach Begins

By Jake Herron, Online Editor December 6, 2018

Hours after a 28-3 loss to South Carolina to end the season, The University of Akron announced that football head coach Terry Bowden was relieved of his duties as the Zips finished the season with a 4-8...

(Image via Sean Palchick)

Men’s Soccer Advances Again

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor November 21, 2018

Sunday, Nov. 18, the Akron Zips Men’s Soccer team took a 3-1 win over Syracuse in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on the campus of Colgate University. With this win, the Zips advance to the...

Van Edwards, Jr., (Cape Coral, Fla.) UA senior and RB for the Zips team. (Image via Jeff Harwell)

Zips Come Up Short on Senior Night

November 21, 2018

On Saturday, Nov. 17, the Akron Zips football team took on Bowling Green at InfoCision Stadium-Summa Field. Senior PK Nick Gasser (Liberty Township, Ohio) was able to score for the Zips in the first...

Men’s Soccer celebrates with an Akron Zips flag and the MAC Championship trophy. (Image via Akron Zips)

Men’s Soccer Wins MAC Championship

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor November 14, 2018

The Akron Zips Men's Soccer Team captured its 15th Mid-American Conference Tournament title and seventh consecutive league tournament title win on Sunday, Nov. 11 against Western Michigan. According...

Sophomore Paula Garcia during a previous dual against Buffalo. (Image via Ernie Aranyosi)

Women’s Swimming & Diving Secures Steady Win

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor November 6, 2018

On Saturday, Nov. 3, the Akron Women’s Swimming and Diving team defeated Ball State in a Mid-American Conference dual. Currently, in the NCAA rankings, the Zips sit at number 22 while Ball State is...

The Akron rifle team in action during the first weekend of the Zippy Open Rifle Tournament. (Image via Akron Zips)

Akron Rifle Leads After First Weekend of Zippy Open

By Megan Parker, Copy Editor October 31, 2018

After the first weekend of the sixth annual Zippy Open Rifle Tournament, the Akron rifle team has taken the lead in both air rifle and smallbore. According to GoZips.com, the first round of competition...

Zippy (left) and Larry Williams, Director of Athletics (right), welcome head coach Chris Sabo (center) to UA. (Image via WKYC)

Chris Sabo Named Head Coach of Resurrected Baseball Team

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor October 30, 2018

On Oct. 23, The University of Akron Department of Athletics announced that former Cincinnati Reds’ third baseman Chris Sabo will be the head coach of the newly revived baseball team. Akron’s baseball...

Zips football players and Zippy celebrating with the Wagon Wheel after fourth consecutive win against Kent State. (Photo courtesy of the Akron Zips)

Akron Wins Fourth Consecutive ‘Wagon Wheel’

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor October 24, 2018

On Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, the annual Wagon Wheel rivalry between Akron and Kent State football teams took place at Dix Stadium in Kent, Ohio. The game went into overtime, where the Zips secured a...

Zips football players celebrate with the Wagon Wheel after the Oct. 20 match against Kent State with a 24-23 win. (Photo courtesy of the Akron Zips)

What Does a Wagon Wheel Have to do With Football?

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor October 24, 2018

If you’ve been around Kent or Akron, Ohio long enough you may have heard about the rivalry between Kent State University and The University of Akron. You have also probably heard about how this game...

The 2018 Mens Soccer team. (Photo courtesy of the Akron Zips)

West Virginia Further Sinks Men’s Soccer

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor October 17, 2018

On Saturday, Oct. 13, The Akron Zips Men Soccer (5-5-2, 0-1-1 MAC) team took on West Virginia (9-5-0, 2-0-0 MAC) at FirstEnergy Stadium Cub-Cadet Field in Akron. The Zips were handed a 2-1 loss which...

The Zips exit the field as the weekends homecoming festivities take place during halftime.

Football Falls Short During Homecoming

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor October 7, 2018

The 2018 Homecoming week concluded with Akron Zips Football team taking a 41-17 loss against Miami (Ohio) on Saturday, Oct. 6. The game was the start of official Mid-American Conference play for the...

Akron Redshirt Freshman, Charley Kale (right) races to maintain possession of the ball from Marle Bringard (left), Central Michigan Junior.

Women’s Soccer Take Loss Against Central Michigan

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor October 3, 2018

On Sunday, Sept. 30, The Akron Women's Soccer team took a 1-0 loss against Central Michigan (CMU) at FirstEnergy Stadium. After the first half, the game remained tied at 0-0, with Central Michigan’s...

A sign marks the location of the Esports venue at Williams Honors College. This spot was originally a  Zip Card Office branch

UA to Host Grand Opening for Esports

By Benjamin Bast, Correspondent September 26, 2018

The University of Akron will be hosting a grand opening for Esports on Oct. 5, 2018 from 2-6 p.m. in the Coleman Commons, between the Student Union and the FirstEnergy Stadium-Cub Cadet Field. This...

Zips players celebrating the big win over Northwestern. (Photo courtesy of Akron Athletics)

Underdogs No More: Zips Secure First Big Ten Victory Since 1894

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor September 18, 2018

The Akron Zips football team played Big 10 team Northwestern on Sept. 15, 2018, at Ryan Field in Evanston, Ill. Leading up to the game, several online sources gave predictions that said Akron would...

Hurricane Florence Changes Zips Cross Country’s Plans

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor September 18, 2018

Due to the impending impact of Hurricane Florence, The University of Akron’s Cross-Country teams were unable to compete on Friday, Sept. 14 at the Virginia Tech Alumni Invitational. According to Women’s...

The Akron Zips football team takes to the field during a 2015 game at InfoCision Stadium. (Buchtelite file photo)

Canceled Football Game’s Payment in Limbo

By Jordyn Etling, Sports Editor September 12, 2018

On Saturday, Sept. 1,  the Akron Zips football team had their first official game against Nebraska canceled due to severe weather; which invokes questions over the contract released the following Monday. After...

Zips swim team, Ellie Nebraska, Paloma Marrero, Paulina Nogaj celebrate the teams fifth-straight MAC Championship. Photo courtesy of Nestor Vargas. (Photo courtesy of The University of Akron)

A Successful Year For Zips Athletics

By Erika Newcome, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Editor April 27, 2018

The past year for The University of Akron sports programs has been filled with excitement, change and heartbreak. In November, the Zips football team earned the MAC East Title after their 24-12 Wagon...

Zips Hold Annual Spring Game

By Colin Brennan, Sports Contributor April 27, 2018

The Akron Zips hosted their annual spring football game on Sat. April 21st. This ended with the Blue team beating the White team, 17-6. The defending eastern division Mid-American conference champs...

Women’s Tennis Season Wraps Up

By Colin Brennan, Sports Contributor April 27, 2018

The women’s tennis team wrapped up their season with a 5-2 set loss to Ball State last Sunday. The team finished with an overall record of 14-12. The Akron Zips played a tough schedule but held their...

(Graphic courtesy of Akron Esports)

Esports Gathers For Their First Forum

By Erika Newcome and Colin Brennan April 18, 2018

Those already or looking to be involved in The University of Akron’s esports team got together for their first forum to discuss the future of the team. The forum began with President Matthew Wilson...

The RubberDucks taking the field.

Friday the 13th Opening Day Proves Unlucky for RubberDucks

By Emily Bower, Special Editions Editor April 18, 2018

On Friday, April 13th the Akron RubberDucks held their home opener against the Trenton Thunder at Canal Park in downtown Akron. This year’s opening day marked the teams 22nd anniversary as Akron’s...

RubberDucks Begin 2018 in Akron

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor April 18, 2018

As the temperatures finally begin to rise here in Akron, Ohio, things are about to heat up on the diamond at Canal Park for the Akron RubberDucks. The Ducks, the Double-A minor league affiliate of the...

Front row (L-R): No. 11 Jenna Jones, No. 7 Sabria Bruton, No. 33 Caitlin Gambone, No. 1 Madison Carter, No. 15 Kayla Wulf. Second row (L-R): No. 18 Jordan Crews, No. 21 Laura Lakins, No. 22 Kayla Kmett, No. 4 Mikayla Newland, No. 2 Maddy Clowdus, No. 10 Kimberly Rodriguez. Back Row (L-R): No. 12 Cassie Gillespie, No. 5 Jessie Holzman, No. 13 Sydney Jascoe, No. 27 Lexie Handley, No. 9 Kooper Vertz. (Photo courtesy of Akron Athletics.)

Zips Softball Begins MAC Play with First Home Series of 2018

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor March 22, 2018

After posting a record of 29-28 while going 12-12 in the Mid-American Conference a year ago, this year’s Akron Zips softball team will need to adapt without their ace pitcher if they want to take home...

Graphic courtesy of The University of Akron

Esports Coming To Akron

By Erika Newcome and Colin Brennan March 22, 2018

The University of Akron recently announced their plans to begin the first varsity esports team at a University in Northern Ohio. Esports, better know as organized high-level multiplayer gaming. Competitions...

Daniel Utomi (in navy) searching for options against Eastern Michigan’s zone.

Zips Look Forward to Next Year

By Colin Brennan and Robert Barrett, Jr. March 15, 2018

The Akron Zips Men’s Basketball team fell to the Eastern Michigan Eagles in the quarterfinal of the MAC Tournament, 67 - 58. Akron dominated the first 31 minutes of the game, but could not secure...

19th century men’s field lacrosse played in Canada. {Photo courtesy of The Smithsonian.)

The Diverse Roots of Women’s Lacrosse

By Erika Newcome, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Editor March 2, 2018

The earliest record of lacrosse dates back to early 1600s and played by Native American at the time of European contact. Early data found on lacrosse provided in-depth information about team size, equipment...

No. 22, Emmanuel Olojakpoke, slams home a dunk on Dec. 9 against Appalachian State, a little over a month before undergoing successful open-heart surgery. (Photo courtesy of Zips Mens Basketball)

Men’s Basketball Regular Season Comes to a Close

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor March 2, 2018

Expectations were certainly not at an all-time high for the Akron Zips coming into this 2018 basketball season. After the departure of legendary head coach Keith Dambrot and many key players from recent...

(Photo courtesy of Zips Swimming and Diving)

Women’s Swimming and Diving Wins Fifth Championship

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor March 2, 2018

At the end of the 2018 swimming and diving season, the Zips’ ladies have taken yet another step in establishing themselves as the queens of the pool in the Mid-American Conference by their winning fifth...

Jimond Ivey (center) competes for a loose ball. (Photo courtesy of The Akron Beacon Journal)

Zips Drop Final Road Game to MAC Leaders

By Colin Brennan, Sports Contributor March 1, 2018

The Akron Zips dropped their final road game of the season to the recently crowned MAC champions, Buffalo Bulls. The final score was 80-68. Leading the way for the Zips was Daniel Utomi, the sophomore...

#25, Lucas Smith, battles for the rebound. (Photo courtesy of Christine Nelson)

Zips Take Down Falcons

By Colin Brennan, Sports Contributor February 22, 2018

The Akron Zips traveled to the Stroh Center to take on the Bowling Green Falcons Tuesday evening. The Zips managed to win their first road game of the year, winning 81-79. A game doesn’t get much...

#0, Jalen Avery, celebrates after making back-to-back baskets. 
(Photo courtesy of David Dermer)

Kent State Takes Round One

By Colin Brennan, Sports Contributor February 21, 2018

The Zips and the Golden Flashes faced off this past Saturday in Kent, Ohio; the Flashes came out victorious.  The Zips came out looking as good as they have all season, pushing their lead to 13 early...

Zips Freshman guard, Eric Parrish 20 going up against the Chippewas. (Photo courtesy of Akron Mens Basketball)

Zips Snap Losing Streak

By Colin Brennan, Sports Contributor February 12, 2018

The Akron Zips ended their losing streak upon defeating Central Michigan Saturday afternoon,69-63. Akron is now 11-13 on the season, and  4-8 in the MAC East conference. The Zips provided Coach Groce...

Postgame interview with the Rockets guard, Jaelan Sanford following their win over Akron. (Photo courtesy of Toledo Mens Basketball)

Rockets Dominate Zips During Weekend Match-Up

By Colin Brennan, Sports Contributor February 7, 2018

Akron welcomed the current MAC West leader, Toledo, to the James A. Rhodes Arena on Feb. 3rd. Unfortunately, the Zips losing streak continued as they lost to the Rockets, 77-56 on Saturday. The Toledo...

Akron Zips Defender #2 Joao Moutinho was the first-overall selection in the 2018 MLS SuperDraft by Los Angeles FC. (Photo courtesy of Akron Athletics)

Five Zips Prepare to Begin MLS Careers

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor February 6, 2018

After yet another appearance in the final four of the NCAA Division I Men’s Soccer Championship Tournament, Akron soccer continued to display its impressiveness as five Zips players have either been...

No. 5, Haliegh Reinoehl and No. 24, Caitlin Vari box out for a potential rebound on a free throw from No. 32, Destiny Perkins.

Broncos Outlast Zips in Wednesday’s Home Loss

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor January 25, 2018

Despite holding a 26-24 lead at the half, the Akron Zips women’s basketball squad was unable to hold off Western Michigan, with 11 second-half turnovers leading to a 59-51 defeat at James A. Rhodes Arena...

No. 4 Malcolm Duvivier dodges App State defense in Akron’s win on Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Zips Mens Basketball)

Zips Top App State in High-Scoring Affair to Earn Fifth Consecutive Home Victory

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor December 10, 2017

For the second game in a row, the Zips outlasted their opponent after falling behind early. Akron remains undefeated at James A. Rhodes Arena this season with the tightly-contested 94-89 win over Appalachian...

Zips defender, No. 2 Jaoao Moutinho handles the ball at the NCAA Tournament in Philadelphia. (Photo courtesy of Akron Zips Mens Soccer)

Zips Fall in Final Four of College Cup

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor December 9, 2017

The University of Akron men’s soccer team had another chance to deny Stanford an opportunity to become the second soccer program in NCAA history to win three consecutive national titles. However, the...

No. 22 Emmanuel Olojakpoke drives for the basket. (Photo courtesy of Akron Athletics)

Zips Remain Undefeated at Home with 83-79 Victory Over Fort Wayne

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor December 7, 2017

After trailing early and fending off multiple challenges from Fort Wayne, Emmanuel Olojakpoke and the Akron Zips held on for an 83-79 victory on Wednesday at James A. Rhodes Arena. The sophomore forward...

Head Coach Jodi Kest guides the Zips Womens Basketball team towards victory over Youngstown State on Tuesday, marking her 400th career win.  (Photo courtesy of Akron Athletics)

Coach Kest Earns 400th Career Win

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor December 6, 2017

Cold winds were blustering outside of James A. Rhodes Arena, but the Zips’ shooters were smoking hot in the building on Tuesday. Akron road a season-best shooting performance both from the floor and...

(Photo Courtesy of Louisville Athletics)

Zips Clinch Ticket to Final Four in Philly

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor December 5, 2017

The Elite Eight match between the University of Akron and the Louisville Cardinals featured a rematch of the 2010 NCAA National Championship game. The Zips won this time as well, but on penalty kicks,...

The scene at Ford Field prior to kickoff between the Akron Zips and Toledo Rockets on Saturday.

Rockets Blast Off Against Zips in MAC Championship

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor December 3, 2017

The Mid-American Conference Championship game played on Saturday, Dec. 2 at Ford Field was a season rematch between The University of Akron and the University of Toledo. Unfortunately for the Zips, they...

Members of the Akron Zips football team celebrate with the Wagon Wheel following their 24-14 win over Kent State at InfoCision Stadium on Tuesday.

Zips Claim Wagon Wheel, First MAC East Title Since 2005

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor November 22, 2017

The University of Akron football team walked out of InfoCision Stadium on Tuesday night as the Mid-American Conference East Champions following their 24-14 triumph over school rivals Kent State. Freshman...

The Zips football team after winning the rivalry game in 2016. (Photo courtesy of Zips Football)

10 Miles Away, Worlds Apart

By Robert Barrett, Jr., Copy Editor November 20, 2017

A rivalry 94 years in the making, on Nov. 21, The University of Akron and Kent State University will renew their football rivalry in the 60th meeting between the two schools. The first contest between...

(Graphic courtesy of Akron Athletics)

Zips Look to Keep Wagon Wheel in Akron

By Robert Barrett, Jr. and Robert Corts November 20, 2017

The University of Akron football team will welcome their rival, the Kent State Golden Flashes, to InfoCision Stadium-Summa Field on Nov. 21 for their annual Wagon Wheel game. Tuesday night will be Akron's...

Women Zips Ready to Bounce Back

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor November 20, 2017

The University of Akron Women’s Basketball team, a program that has won the most games in the Mid-American Conference within the last four years, finished last season with an overall record of 9-21 and...

Jimond Ivey and Daniel Utomi answer questions during Media Day at James A. Rhodes Arena.

Young Zips Basketball Team Prep for Season

By Erika Newcome, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Editor November 20, 2017

Under the leadership of Head Coach John Groce, The University of Akron Men’s Basketball team is set to return to the court on Saturday, Nov. 25 as they travel to Dayton to compete against the Flyers...

Kwadarrius Smith on the way to the endzone for a 71-yard receiving touchdown. (Photo courtesy of Zips Football)

Zips Become Bowl Eligible, Take Control of Division

By Robert Barrett, Jr., Copy Editor November 16, 2017

Tuesday, Nov. 14, The University of Akron Zips defeated the Ohio University Bobcats 37-34. The Zips became bowl-eligible for the second time in three years and now control their path to the Mid-American...

The Akron Men’s Soccer team gathers at the James A. Rhodes Arena for the NCAA Men’s Soccer Championship Selection Show with students and faculty. Photo Courtesy of The University of Akron Department of Athletics)

Quest For the Second Star

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor November 14, 2017

The 2017 NCAA Men’s Soccer Championship Selection took place Nov. 13 and it featured the Mid-American Conference champions, The University of Akron Men’s Soccer team. The Zips earned the No. 5 national...

Akron Volleyball competes against Bowling Green at James A. Rhodes Arena in their penultimate match of the season on Friday, Nov. 10.

Zips Volleyball Ends Season in Battles Against Two Top Teams in MAC

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor November 14, 2017

As they have all season long, the Akron Volleyball team exhibited their incredible heart and fight, competing closely with the best teams that the Mid-American Conference has to offer. The Zips were unable...

The University of Akron Men’s Soccer team celebrate their 2017 MAC Championship after defeating Western Michigan in Kalamazoo on Sunday. (Photo Courtesy of Zips Men’s Soccer)

Zips Claim 14th MAC Tournament Title in Victory over Western Michigan

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor November 13, 2017

Akron Men’s Soccer entered the MAC Tournament as the second-seed after ending the regular season on an eight-game winning streak. The Zips seem to be peaking at the right time, as they continued to ride...

Head Coach John Groce Leads Akron to their first win of the season against the Cleveland State Vikings. (Photo Courtesy of The University of Akron Department of Athletics)

Northeast Ohio Coaches vs. Cancer Doubleheader Sees an Akron Comeback, Dominant Kent State

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor November 13, 2017

The University of Akron had the honor of hosting this year’s third annual Northeast Ohio Coaches vs. Cancer Doubleheader on Saturday. Four teams competed in the tournament at the James A. Rhodes Arena;...

Akron player Joao Moutinho handles the ball in a match earlier in the 2017 season. (Photo courtesy of Jeff Harwell)

Men’s Soccer to Compete in MAC Tournament this Weekend

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor November 9, 2017

The Zips men’s soccer team enters this weekend’s Mid-American Conference Tournament as the second-seed and will face off against third-seeded SIU Edwardsville on Friday to begin play. The game is scheduled...

Outside hitter Elya Karsner attacks against Buffalo during Akron’s match on Thursday, Nov. 2.

Akron Volleyball Drops Two Hard-Fought Weekend Matches

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor November 7, 2017

The Akron Zips volleyball team continued to battle hard this weekend against Buffalo and Ball State but were unable to break through with a victory. The Zips record now sits at 6-20 overall and 2-12 in...

Final stats from the game Tuesday night. (Graphic courtesy of Akron Athletics)

Men’s Soccer Wins Last Non-Conference Game of Season

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor November 5, 2017

The University of Akron men’s soccer team won its final non-conference match of the regular season against Marshall University Wednesday night at FirstEnergy Stadium-Cub Cadet Field. Akron dominated...

Akron receiver Austin Wolf catches a pass just out of the reach of a Buffalo defender during Saturdays win. (Photo courtesy of Zips Football)

Akron Gets Fifth Mid-American Conference Win Over Buffalo

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor October 30, 2017

The Zips bounced back from their defeat in Toledo last weekend with a big Mid-American Conference win over the University of Buffalo on a rainy Saturday Afternoon at InfoCision Stadium-Summa Field, 21-20. Once...

Akron’s Nick Hinds finds the net Tuesday night against Pitt. (Courtesy of The University of Akron Department of Athletics)

Zips Hold Off Panthers

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor October 27, 2017
Akron Zips (11-3-1) 3 vs. Pittsburgh Panthers (8-8-0) 0
Akron’s Brandon Junk moves to block for Manny Morgan during their win over Western Michigan. (Photo courtesy of Akron Athletics)

Zips Fall to Rockets

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor October 23, 2017

The University of Akron football team had the chance to take a commanding lead in the Mid-American Conference East Division this weekend with their game against the Toledo Rockets but came up short, suffering...

Akrons Nick Hinds helps the Zips by grabbing the second goal of the night. (Photo Courtesy of The University of Akron Athletics)

Clean Sheet for Akron Against No. 12 Fighting Irish

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor October 19, 2017

The University of Akron men’s soccer team continues the season with a top ten national poll ranking following their 2-0 win over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish Tuesday night at Cub Cadet Field. The Zips...

Members of the Akron Football team celebrate during their game in Kalamazoo, MI Sunday. (Photo courtesy of Akron Athletics)

Zips Football Lead the Mid-American Conference After Sunday’s Win Against WMU

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor October 16, 2017

The University of Akron football team solidified their place as the Mid-American Conference leaders after a close win against the Western Michigan Broncos this weekend. The Broncos homecoming game was...

The Zips Volleyball team huddles prior to the start of their match against Northern Illinois on Saturday Oct. 14.

Zips Volleyball Battle Hard, Return Home Winless

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor October 16, 2017

After spending two consecutive weekends on the road, the Akron Zips Volleyball team returned home to James A. Rhodes Arena to continue their MAC play against Western Michigan and Northern Illinois on Friday...

Zips QB Thomas Woodson tries to outrun Ball States John Swisher and Anthony Winbush during Saturday’s game. (Photo courtesy of Zips Football)

Zips Dominate Ball State in Homecoming Victory

By A.J. Fagerlin and Robert Corts October 8, 2017

After winning their first Mid-American Conference game last week against Bowling Green, the Akron Zips were able to overcome season-ending injuries to two of their key players to defeat the Ball State...

RB Warren Ball charges through the Nittany Lion Defensive Line. (Photo courtesy of Zips Football)

Zips Football Looks to Bounce Back After Losing Key Players

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor October 6, 2017

This year’s annual homecoming game brings Ball State to InfoCision Stadium-Summa Field for the first time since 2013, on Saturday, Oct. 7, at 3:30 p.m. The 43rd Annual Varsity “A” Sports Hall of...

Zips wide receiver A.J. Coney looks for the  end zone.
(Photo courtesy of Zips Football)

Akron Football Scores Second Win of the Season, First MAC Win

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor October 1, 2017

Saturday night, The University of Akron Football team defeated Bowling Green, 34-23 in Bowling Green, Ohio. Head coach Terry Bowden said he was happy for his team who finally beat the Falcons after...

Graphic courtesy of @ZipsMSoc.

Zips Hand Top-Ranked Michigan State First Loss of Season

By Robert Corts, Correspondent September 28, 2017

The University of Akron men’s soccer team showed what they are truly capable of doing this season following their 4-1 victory over a No. 1 Michigan State University on Wednesday, Sept. 27, at FirstEnergy...

Zips Stuart Holthusen shot is blocked by UMass Lowells Federico Ferre. Photo Courtesy of Akron Athletics.

Big Time, Big Ten Champs Square off Against Zips

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor September 27, 2017

Coming off the dominating 5-0 victory over UMass Lowell on Sunday, Sept. 24, The University of Akron Men’s Soccer will face their biggest challenge of the season as they play top-ranked Michigan State...

Zips forward, Sam Gainford and company celebrate his goal against UMass Lowell (Photo courtesy of the Zips Men’s Soccer)

Zips Put on Show, Defeat #21 UMass Lowell

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor September 25, 2017

Akron Men’s Soccer kicked off Sunday morning off at FirstEnergy Stadium competing against No. 21 UMass Lowell The Zips dominated the River Hawks in the 90-degree weather, from kickoff, as the Zips...

Akron takes on Troy

Zips Fall Late in Tight Battle Against Troy

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor September 24, 2017

In a back-and-forth battle, the Akron Zips fell to the Troy Trojans by a score of 22-17 at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Troy, Alabama on Saturday. Following a 25-minute lightning delay, Akron got on...

Zips Volleyball.

Zips Volleyball Opens MAC Play Against Kent State, Ohio

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor September 22, 2017

After completing four tournaments to begin the fall season, the Zips volleyball team will return home to compete against MAC opponents. Akron is set to play rival Kent State University at 7 p.m. on Friday,...

Zips Football Look to Continue Momentum Entering Upcoming Game

By Robert Corts, Sports Contributor September 15, 2017

The University of Akron’s Football team is looking for their second win of the season Saturday, September 16, against the one for one Iowa State. The game is set to begin at 12 p.m. on the Zips home...

Lexie Handley throws the first pitch.

Zips Softball Kicks Off Season at Firestone Stadium

By A.J. Fagerlin, Sports Contributor September 14, 2017

The University of Akron Softball team will take on rival Kent State and Ashland University in a doubleheader Friday, Sept. 15, at 4:30 p.m at Firestone Stadium. The Zips start their evening against the...

Warren Ball.

Could This be The Comeback Season for Zips Football?

By Erika Newcome, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Editor August 30, 2017

Expecting to bounce back after a particularly rough season, The University of Akron’s football team anxiously awaits the upcoming season. Head coach Terry Bowden is getting especially excited. “I’m...

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