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From the monthly archives:

June 2008

Joe keeps the cash

June 30, 2008

Football
Judge Bill Spicer refused this afternoon to set aside the $3.1 million verdict or order a new eminent domain trial on land owned by Joe Nemer.
The university probably will appeal, and that will likely result in a settlement. That's how these things usually work.
New scholarship offers…
Michael Johnson, running back, Decatur, Ga.
Offers: Akron and Eastern Michigan
Height: [...]

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Zips extend Porter's contract through 2011

June 27, 2008

Men's soccer
Caleb Porter has spent two years continuing to build Akron's soccer program.
The university rewarded him this week with a two-year contract extension that will last until 2011.
During Porter's tenure, Akron has the best winning percentage in the nation. The Zips finished No. 10 in RPI last season. Moreover, the recruiting has been phenomenal.
Mack Rhoades [...]

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Scout.com launches Akron site

June 25, 2008

Football
Scout.com launched ZipsReport.com in hopes to increase membership and provide a steady base of Akron news.
I will be a contributing writer every so often, but Bob Lichtenfels is doing most of the work to get the site off the ground.
Please consider visiting the site, take the seven-day trial, and perhaps become a member for about [...]

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University might back off buying Joe's, lawyer says

June 22, 2008

Football
If Akron loses its appeal of the $3.1 million verdict to Joe Nemer, it might back off purchasing the land, according to Nemer's attorney Warner Mendenhall.
Probate court judge Bill Spicer will rule on UA's motion to set aside the verdict early this week. Mendenhall said the university's attorney told him it would not be interested [...]

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No deal yet with Nike

June 20, 2008

Men's basketball
Despite the recent reports, the University of Akron does not have a contract with Nike.
After I made a records request for the contract, a university official told me that the sides are still discussing the matter and do not have an executed agreement.

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Zips ink deal with Nike, LeBron

June 18, 2008

Men's basketball
The Zips will play under the banner of Nike and hometown hero LeBron James for the next three years.
Despite its contract with adidas, Akron signed a contract to have the James' "LJ23" brand as its apparel provider.
Assuming that Nike re-designs the team's look, Akron will be playing its third consecutive season with new uniforms. [...]

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Five Zips on Web site's preseason all-MAC team

June 16, 2008

Football
Almondo Sewell (defensive line), Bryan Williams (kickoff returner) and Andre Jones (punt returner) are the best players at their position in the MAC, according to MACReportOnline.com.
The Web site also predicted Chris Kemme (offensive line) and Ryan Bain (defensive line) to be second-team performers.
Akron is second in the conference with five players on both lists. Ball [...]

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Important eminent domain proceedings tomorrow

June 15, 2008

Football
The eminent domain disputes should be sorted out by the end of this week.
Judge Bill Spicer will decide whether to set aside the $3 million award to Joe Nemer. Manny Nemer's trial also will begin.
The Beacon Journal had a good story in today's paper that sums it up.
New scholarship offerees…
Alex Smith, linebacker, Barrington, Ill.
Offers: Akron, [...]

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Large and Kelley earn All-American honors

June 14, 2008

Track
Stevi Large and Cadeau Kelley each performed well enough to merit All-American status.
Large took eighth in the hammer throw at the NCAA Championships. It was her second All-American award.
Kelley placed seventh in the long jump. He entered the competition with the third-longest jump in the nation all season.

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UA will appeal $3 million verdict

June 11, 2008

Football
The university (wisely) will appeal the $3 million verdict that a jury awarded Joe Nemer last week.
Notes…
UA is also preparing to face off against Manny Nemer, who, according to an Internet spoof, has been busy foiling the Zips football golf outing.
Ticket sales for the new stadium are progressing nicely, according to GoZips.com. Construction also remains [...]

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