Wake top seed for NCAA men's soccer tournament Nov 18, 2008
Nov. 22, 1 p.m. Ohio State (9-8-2) vs. Oakland (14-4-1) Winner advances to play at No. 5 Akron (16-1-4) on Nov. 25 at 7:30 p.m.. Evanston. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Mailbag: Is Santana the real deal? Nov 18, 2008
I know that Grady has one for winning it with Double-A Akron and Jhonny Peralta has one from winning with the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons. -- Teddy E., Asheville, N.C.. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Lake effect snow hits NE Ohio Nov 17, 2008
The National Weather Service says the Cleveland area could see up to 10 inches of snow by Tuesday afternoon and the Akron area could get up to five inches. More than 60 Ohio Department of Transportation are out clearing roads in the region. (FOX19.com, OH)
MAC Roundup: Golden Gophers down Falcons Nov 16, 2008
Akron 56, Canisius 46. AKRON, Ohio Brett McKnight scored 12 second-half points, including a 3-pointer that put Akron in front for good, as the Zips beat Canisius 56-46 Saturday night ... Canisius (0-1) led 26-22 at halftime and changed leads with Akron several times until McKnight s shot put Akron (1-0) up 42-39 with 5:28 remaining. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Senior Trio Leads Falcons to End Regular Season With a Win Nov 16, 2008
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio - The Bowling Green State University volleyball team ended the 2008 regular season on a high note as the Falcon senior trio , and led the team to a 3-1 victory over Akron (25-15, 27-25, 22-25, 31-29) this afternoon (Nov ... The set still remained close but Akron once again put together three straight points to take an 18-15 lead ... The Falcons were able to fight off one Akron set point off of a kill from Mohr but they didn't have enough to get past the Zips in the third set... (Bgsufalcons.com)
ESPN's College Hoops Marathon Kicks Off With UMass at Memphis Nov 16, 2008
UMass showed great resiliency over a three-game span in the NIT (Akron, Syracuse, Florida), trailing by at least 10 in each game and coming back to win. The Minutemen were down by 12 to Akron in the NIT Second Round with 8:30 left, but won the game by five (68-63). (Umassathletics.com)
City Beat (5) Nov 16, 2008
The Bang and the Clatter Theatre Company presents the Ohio premi;re of In a Dark Dark House by Neil LaBute through Nov. 30 at its A Shot Rings Out;Theatre Company at 29 N. High St. in Akron ... Carousel Dinner Theatre, 1275 East Waterloo Road in Akron, presents All Shook Up, a musical featuring over 20 Elvis songs, through Jan. 3 ... The University of Akron Dance Company s Fall Dance Concert 2008, including modern, ballet, and jazz, takes place through Nov. 22 at 8 and Nov. 23 at 2 in Kolbe Hall... (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
On Deck: Nov. 17 - 23 (Today) Nov 16, 2008
The University of Akron is in town Friday. Did you know: The RedHawks come to Pittsburgh off an appearance Nov. 12-13 in the early rounds of the 2K Sports Classic in Los Angeles, where they barely lost to No. 4 UCLA in the second round, 64-59. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Falcons Head to Great Lakes Region Cross Country Championships Nov 15, 2008
The Mid-American Conference will be well-represented in Saturday's race, led by Miami (Ohio), the No. 4 team in the region, along with Akron, Ohio, Central Michigan, Bowling Green, Dayton and Toledo. The Purdue women will need a stellar effort to earn a team nod to nationals, led by junior standouts Kristin Phillips and Katie Morrical. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Team Effort by Falcons Corrals Bulls, 3-0 Nov 15, 2008
"I'm looking forward to tomorrow to see us finish strong. Akron is a much improved team with a lot of talent. We'll need to be focused and ready to play hard." ... 15) as they host Akron at 3:00 p.m. on Senior Day. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Tiger dies at Ohio's Akron Zoo Nov 15, 2008
AKRON, Ohio (AP) - The Akron Zoo has lost one of its oldest animals ... Aneh was born in 1991 at the San Diego Zoo and came to Akron from the San Francisco Zoo when she was 7 ... Akron Zoo: http://www. (WKRC.com, OH)
Coming out, part one Nov 15, 2008
In 1985, after going with Rob to PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) meetings in Akron a few times, Jane started the Cleveland chapter of PFLAG.. Even though I have been facilitating these monthly meetings for 23 years, she says, it still feels like a miracle to me that when families share their experiences with each other, they leave the meetings feeling so different from when they came in. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Pigskin Pep Rally Nov 15, 2008
" Additionally, Fields may take his abilities to the diamond and double as a baseball player at Northwestern. Florida International Commit Korvic Neat Chat Wrap: Billy Tucker Talks Recruiting Brad (Gadsden, Ala.): Billy, What do you think of will he start at Alabama right away? If leaves for the NFL will he take his place? Billy Tucker: He has a shot, Brad. This a kid who really moved up our board after reviewing senior film. He's massive, strong and has all the tools. Vincent (Columbus, Ohio):... (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Western Michigan releases 2009 softball schedule Nov 15, 2008
The Broncos will host only three Mid-American Conference weekends all season, starting with Ohio and Akron (March 27-29) ... It will be WMU's last competition before heading to Firestone Stadium in Akron, Ohio, for the 2009 MAC Tournament (May 6-9). (Dowagiac News, MI)
Falcons Fall to Northern Illinois, 2-0 Nov 14, 2008
AKRON, Ohio (BGSUFalcons ... The match, a quarterfinal-round contest in the Mid-American Conference Tournament, was held at Lee Jackson Field on the University of Akron campus. (Bgsufalcons.com)
State awards $10M to Dayton area projects Nov 14, 2008
$2 million for Goodyear World Headquarters in Akron. Ohio s Job Ready Sites program, administered by the , helps communities to develop shovel-ready sites into marketable business facilities. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Goodyear Tire disputes S&P ratings Nov 14, 2008
AKRON, Ohio The Goodyear Tire r Co. said it is not tied as closely to the nation's beleaguered auto industry as Standard s ratings service and others are indicating ... Over the past two years, Akron, Ohio-based Goodyear has sold its engineered products business, closed some plants to cut costs and got out of some low-profit private label production. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Standnes Selected as a All-MAC Representative Nov 14, 2008
The FAU men's soccer team will play today in the Mid-American Conference Tournament in Akron, Ohio ... 2008 Player of the Year Steve Zakuani, Akron ... 2008 Newcomer of the Year Darlington Nagbe, Akron. (Fausports.com)
Final look at Rubber Bowl Nov 13, 2008
Tonight's Akron home game against Buffalo marks the school's final game at the Rubber Bowl ... Fans at the Sept. 30, 1961, game that set the attendance record as Akron beat Denison, 28-0 ... Akron's record in the 324 games played in the venue. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Ginn suspended 29 Glenville players Nov 13, 2008
Archbishop Hoban star to Akron. Rachel Tecca, whose play at forward has helped Archbishop Hoban win two North Coast League and two Division II district basketball championships, signed a national letter of intent with Akron on Wednesday ... "I really don't think Rachel ever thought of going anywhere but Akron," said head coach Tracy Miller. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
College football tonight Nov 13, 2008
Kickoff: 7 p.m., Rubber Bowl, Akron. TV, Radio: ESPNU, WARF AM/1350. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Falcons Wrap-Up 2008 in Anderson Arena Nov 13, 2008
The Falcons will open the weekend against Akron on Friday (Nov ... the Bulls fell to Akron (0-3) and Toledo (1-3) ... Falcons vs. Zips (11/15 3:00 p.m.) The Falcons will wrap-up the 2008 regular season against Akron. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Falcons Face Temple in Friday's Season Opener Nov 13, 2008
BGSU was chosen to win the East ahead of - in order - Miami, Ohio, Kent State, Buffalo and Akron ... McCoy sat out the 2007-08 season after transferring from the University of Akron. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Donations pour in for burglarized Ohio teen Nov 13, 2008
Sam has lost both kidneys to Goodpasture's syndrome, a rare autoimmune disease, and now travels 60 miles to Akron three times a week for dialysis. Gifts and the proceeds from Saturday's fundraiser were to be presented to the family Thursday evening. (FOX19.com, OH)
Which cities will weather the downturn? Nov 13, 2008
The five Ohio markets in the bottom seven are Toledo, Youngstown, Dayton, Cleveland and Akron. Also in msnbc. (MSNBC -- Business)
Ways to Ward Off Holiday Weight Gain Nov 13, 2008
Michael Baker, associate director of admission at Brown Mackie College in North Canton, Ohio is an avid runner who took first place in the Portage Lakes Triathlon in Akron, Ohio last September. Baker stresses the importance of movement, and offered tips on how to fit exercise into a busy schedule. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Ranking them all: The Rivals.com 343 Nov 13, 2008
Akron The Zips are one of the youngest teams in the MAC and they will have a great deal of difficulty matching last season's win total. 193. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Northwestern grabs West Coast back Arby Fields Nov 13, 2008
The 220-pound prospect also considered Cincinnati, Miami-Ohio, Akron, Kansas and Maryland. Northwestern now has nine commitments. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Add zip to Thanksgiving feast Nov 13, 2008
In 2002, Reilly presented the original Green Bean Casserole recipe card to the National Inventors Hall of Fame in Akron, Ohio. Traditions don't get much more hallowed than that. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Falcons Face NIU in MAC Tournament Quarterfinal Nov 12, 2008
BGSU meets Huskies Thursday morning in Akron ... the Falcons of head coach will head to Akron, Ohio, for a quarterfinal-round game against Northern Illinois University ... Akron, as the regular-season champion, earned the right to host the seven-team tournament, along with a first-round bye. (Bgsufalcons.com)
PGA'S 2009 SCHEDULE HAS MORE MONEY, FEDEX CUP CHANGES Nov 12, 2008
Aug. 6-9 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational, Firestone CC, Akron, Ohio. Aug. 6-9 Legends Reno-Tahoe Open, Montreux G and CC, Reno, Nevada. (USA Today -- Sports)
PGA Tour 2009 partial tournament schedule Nov 12, 2008
WGC-Bridgestone Invitational Firestone Country Club; South Akron, OH. 270 (-10)$1,350,000. (ESPN -- Golf)
Ranking them all: Rivals.com 120 at 1:20 Nov 12, 2008
NEXT: Thursday, at Akron ... AKRON (5-4) THE BUZZ: A victory this week gives the Zips the inside track in the MAC East title chase ... NEXT: Nov. 22, vs. Akron. (Richmond Sports -- Rivals.com)
What Sort Of First Lady Will Michelle Be? Nov 11, 2008
"When people ask me how I'm doing, I say I'm only doing as good as my most sad child," she said in Akron, Ohio. "One thing that I think Michelle Obama really knows deeply and intuitively is that like all working mothers in this country, she's a mother first," said Carol Evans, publisher of Working Women. (CBS News)
‘Uncovered' house of former first lady's family a stop on Christmas Walk Nov 11, 2008
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Dozier Named MAC East Defensive Player of the Week Nov 11, 2008
The Akron, Ohio native is second on the team with 73 tackles, including 4. 5 for loss. (Bgsufalcons.com)
The Pretenders Mapping Out 2009 Tour Nov 11, 2008
"I would love to headline something, 'cause then I don't have to share the catering with meat eaters," explains Hynde, a vegan who operates a restaurant, VegiTerranean, in her hometown of Akron, Ohio ... "Break Up the Concrete" is the Pretenders' first new album in six years, but Hynde -- who's become active in Akron's downtown revival -- does not see accelerating her pace of work and, in fact, can see an end for the band, though there's not a plan in stone for that, either. (Billboard.com)
Stewart MandelINSIDE COLLEGE FOOTBALL Nov 11, 2008
Independence: Akron* (Big 12 No. 7) vs. Louisiana Tech* (SEC). Dec. 29. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Sash earns Big Ten weekly honors Nov 11, 2008
Ohio StateJR, RB, Akron, Ohio/Garfield. Wells broke loose for 140 yards and a pair of touchdowns to lead Ohio State to a road triumph over Northwestern. (Iowa Sports -- Rivals.com)
FAU Men's Soccer Begins MAC Tournament Thursday Nov 11, 2008
BOCA RATON, FL - The Florida Atlantic University men's soccer team will travel to the University of Akron in Akron, Ohio to play in the Mid-American Conference (MAC)Tournament ... Akron (15-1-3, 6-0-0 MAC) holds the top seed and is ranked fourth nationally ... The MAC has seven total teams which allows Akron a bye for the first round. (Fausports.com)
Prep football, college football, NFL Nov 10, 2008
DIVISION IIAll games 7:30 p.m. FridayRegion 5: (5) Akron Hoban (8-4) vs. (6) Tallmadge (9-3), Twinsburg Tiger StadiumRegion 6: (2) Southview (12-0) vs. (4) Medina Highland (11-1), Kalahari Field at Huron Memorial StadiumRegion 7: (1) Columbus DeSales (12-0) vs. (2) Louisville (12-0), Mansfield Senior Arlin FieldRegion 8: (1) Cincinnati Winton Woods (11-1) vs. (3) Cincinnati Anderson (10-2), Princeton Mancuso Field ... Mid-American ConferenceEast Conference All Games W L PF PA W L PF PAAkron 3 2... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Falcons Fall to Bobcats, 3-1 Nov 9, 2008
Bowling Green State University, Official Athletic Site, Women's Volleyball. Chelsey Meek led the Falcon defense with 22 digs, her 86th consecutive match of 10-plus digs. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Falcons Fall in Final Seconds, 68-66 Nov 9, 2008
The team's rotation on Saturday included two Missouri products and one each from Purdue, Massachusetts and Akron. In addition to her 16 points, Prochaska had a team-high nine rebounds for the Falcons. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Prep volleyball, college hockey, college volleyball Nov 9, 2008
COLLEGE FOOTBALLMid-American ConferenceEast Conference All Games W L PF PA W L PF PAAkron 3 2 176 170 5 4 272 256Buffalo 3 2 152 125 5 4 258 235BGSU 3 3 164 133 5 5 260 228Temple 2 3 87 81 3 6 161 178Kent St. 1 4 150 163 2 7 229 279Miami 1 4 88 156 2 7 165 278Ohio 1 5 106 165 2 8 199 259West Conference All Games W L PF PA W L PF PABall St. 5 0 196 74 9 0 345 138C. Mich ... Michigan at N. Illinois, 8THURSDAYS GAMESBuffalo at Akron, 7SATURDAY, NOV. 15Toledo at W. Michigan, 2 ... St. Ursula 1,... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
A-10 rival La Salle edges out Bonnies Nov 9, 2008
The Brown and White's next competition will be in a month at the Zippy Invitational in Akron, Ohio. Dec. 5. (Gobonnies.com)
FAU Men's Soccer Ends Regular Season Nov 9, 2008
FAU men's soccer will begin Mid-America Conference soccer tournament play on November 13 at the University of Akron in Ohio. For more information on the MAC tournament, visit www. (Fausports.com)
Goodyear Blimp and Wienermobile Make History Nov 8, 2008
The Goodyear Tire r Company, Akron, Ohio, USA. (PRNewsFoto/Goodyear Tire r Company) AKRON, OH UNITED STATES ... The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile was visiting nearby Akron, Ohio in support of the Downtown Akron Partnership. (PR Newswire)
NACDA to Administer Northeastern Ohio Chapter of the NFF Nov 8, 2008
Some current Division I coaches from the Northeastern Ohio chapter include Urban Meyer, Florida (Ashtabula St. John); Les Miles, LSU (Elyria); Bo Pelini, Nebraska (Cardinal Mooney); Gary Pinkel, Missouri (Akron Kenmore); Frank Solich, Ohio University (Holy Name); Bob Stoops, Oklahoma (Cardinal Mooney); Mike Stoops, Arizona (Cardinal Mooney); Jim Tressel, Ohio State (Berea); and Ron Zook, Illinois (Orrville). Other entities that run chapters include the Atlantic Coast Conference, the University... (Nacda.com)
School Cleared Over Show-And-Tell Grenade Nov 8, 2008
(11-07) 12:23 PST Akron, Ohio (AP). Officials say they evacuated an Akron, Ohio, elementary school when a kindergartner brought what looked like a hand grenade for show and tell. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Casper briefs Nov 8, 2008
The team qualified for the finals by finishing second at a recent event in Akron, Ohio. Team members include Jenn Holt, Chad Denton, Micah Rush, Tye Herron, Bill Bohman, Jim Maddox and Jeff Carroll. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Irish Welcome In Louisville For BIG EAST Quarterfinal On Saturday Nov 8, 2008
Akron (3), St. John's (5) and South Florida (10) are in the top 10, while Michigan State (12), Michigan (14), Connecticut (16), Duke (18) and Indiana (22) also appear in the rankings. Notre Dame is 11th in the poll. (Und.com)
Update Draft Projections Nov 8, 2008
Matchup: Conference USA 6 vs. Big 12 9 This week's projection: Houston vs. Akron. ARMED FORCES BOWL, Fort Worth, Texas - Dec. 31, noon, ESPN. (Georgia Sports -- Rivals.com)
4 Vikings make all-Horizon soccer teams Nov 7, 2008
The Akron Zips unveiled a different brand of basketball Thursday night in an exhibition game against Walsh. The 83-81 victory did not offer the fire-at-will outside marksmanship that led to 23, 26 and 24 wins the past three seasons for Akron ... The bigger problem for Akron will be its Achilles all season. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Arsenault, Kordan Named to All-MAC First Team Nov 7, 2008
Colleen Kordan (5) and Alyssa Zuccaro (27) congratulate Alexa Arsenault after the GK stopped a penalty kick in the win at Akron ... 2008 All-MAC Second Team Catharine Marosszeky, MF, Kent State Caitlin Hester, MF, Kent State Danielle Hays, MF, Miami Emily Rein, F, Ball State , F, Bowling Green Lindsey Bailey, F, Buffalo Britni Back, F, Akron Liesel Toth, D, Central Michigan Sarah Burns, D, Central Michigan Tara Witt, D, Toledo Shay Mannino, GK, Central Michigan. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Salsburg and Falcons Announce the 2009 Softball Schedule, Celebrating 30 Years Nov 7, 2008
The Falcons will first welcome Akron in a double-header (April 17). The Orange and Brown lead the Zips 41-20-1 in the all-time series after shutting out Akron last season (8-0, 9-0) in two five inning games as Wiemer pitched a no hitter in game one and Gouge pitched a one hitter in game two ... Post-season play will begin May 6 at Firestone Stadium in Akron, Ohio and will continue through May 9. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Falcons to Face Northern Illinois in MAC Tournament QF Nov 7, 2008
BGSU meets Huskies next week in Akron ... The Falcons and Huskies will meet on Thursday, Nov. 13, at Lee Jackson Field in Akron, Ohio ... The University of Akron won the MAC's regular-season title, in the process earning a first-round bye and the right to host the entire tournament. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James proud of Obama, reflects on 1st black president Nov 6, 2008
When someone suggested he could be the mayor of Akron, James laughed. "I'm already mayor of Akron," he said. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Falcons Hit the Road for a MAC East Showndown Nov 6, 2008
the Golden Flashes fell to Akron (0-3) and Buffalo (0-3) ... the Bobcats are coming off of a 2-0 week downing Buffalo (3-2) and Akron (3-0) ... BG leads four of the five MAC East division opponents including Akron (25-11), Buffalo (16-1), Kent State (41-18) and Ohio (41-21). (Bgsufalcons.com)
Men's soccer: Buckeyes shut out by No. 12 Michigan, host No. 4 Akron in regular season finale Friday Nov 6, 2008
The Ohio State men's soccer team will play its regular season finale against No. 4 Akron on Friday at 7:30 p.m. ... The Buckeyes need a positive result in their regular season finale against No. 4 Akron to gain momentum going into the Big Ten and possibly the NCAA tournament ... The showdown with Akron at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium Friday will showcase the nation's top-scoring sophomore Steve Zakuani. (Ohio State University -- The Lantern, OH)
Post the First Comment Nov 6, 2008
Men's soccer: Buckeyes shut out by No. 12 Michigan, host No. 4 Akron in regular season finale Friday - Sports ... Men's soccer: Buckeyes shut out by No. 12 Michigan, host No. 4 Akron in regular season finale Friday ... The Ohio State men's soccer team will play its regular season finale against No. 4 Akron on Friday at 7:30 p.m.. (Ohio State University -- The Lantern, OH)
Game 10: Illinois (5-4, 3-3) vs. Western Michigan (7-2, 5-1) Nov 5, 2008
Illinois also has MAC victories over Akron (1996), Northern Illinois (2001), Ohio (1950) and Western Michgian (1947, 2004), with the lone loss coming to Ohio in 2006. All previous meetings with MAC opponents have been in Champaign. (Fightingillini.com)
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Nov 5, 2008
Kickoff: 8 p.m. today, Rubber Bowl, Akron ... Notable: Akron (4-4, 2-2 Mid-American Conference) ends an 18-day layoff still holding down first place in the MAC East Division. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Falcons Hope to Cage Bobcats on Saturday Nov 5, 2008
BGSU's previous season highs had been 40 rushes (at Wyoming) and 175 yards (at Akron, Oct. 11) ... His prior bests had been five catches and 83 yards in last season's Akron game ... The Falcons eventually went on to win their final four games over Akron (44-20), Eastern Michigan (39-32), Buffalo (31-17) and Toledo (37-10) to finish in a tie for the MAC East crown. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Crunching the Numbers: OSU at Northwestern Nov 5, 2008
Twelve Wildcats are from Ohio: safety (Copley), offensive lineman (Seville Cloverleaf), offensive lineman (Toledo St. Johns Jesuit), wide receiver (Hilliard Darby), punter (Powell Olentangy Liberty), defensive tackle (Beachwood), defensive back (Northfield Center Nordonia), safety (Pickerington Central) and running back (Akron Archbishop Hoban). Freshman defensive tackle (Lombard Montini Catholic) is the only Buckeye from Illinois. (Bucknuts.com)
Facts & Figures Nov 5, 2008
NCAA Football Today's Games FAVORITE OPN TDAY O/U UNDERDOG at Ball St. 9 91/2 (47) N. Illinois at Akron 5 5 (54) Toledo Thursday's Games FAVORITE OPN TDAY O/U UNDERDOG at Virginia Tech 31/2 31/2 (43) Maryland TCU 1 21/2 (43) at Utah Friday's Game FAVORITE OPN TDAY O/U UNDERDOG at Fresno St. 2 21/2 (71) Nevada Saturday's Games FAVORITE OPN TDAY O/U UNDERDOG at Rutgers 141/2 14 Syracuse Wisconsin 91/2 10 at Indiana Ohio St. 11 11 at Nrthwstrn at Michigan St. 11 10 Purdue at North Carlna 4 41/2... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
