The University of Akron Athletics
Message from AD Guthrie on MAC’s Change to Men’s Soccer Sponsorship
November 11 | Men's Soccer
AKRON, Ohio – Earlier this afternoon, the Mid-American Conference (MAC) announced that the MAC will suspend sponsorship of men's soccer following the close of the 2022 NCAA Division I men's soccer championship. (MAC RELEASE)
In response to this decision, UA Director of Athletics Charles Guthrie stated:
"We understand the extremely difficult decision announced today by the Mid-American Conference to suspend sponsorship of men's soccer following the close of the 2022 NCAA Division I men's soccer championship. We commend the conference and its leadership for the tremendous support they've provided to UA Men's Soccer over the last several decades. We have enjoyed a long-standing tradition of success, produced world-class coaches and student-athletes, and forged historic rivalries that have delivered exceptional soccer to Zips fans. Coach Jared Embick and our team have our full support as they focus on winning the program's 16th MAC Tournament Championship on Saturday. As we look to the future, Zips Men's Soccer will remain one of the top NCAA Division I men's soccer programs in the country. We are in the process of finalizing a conference home for our men's soccer program in an elite conference and an announcement will be issued in the near future."
No. 12 Akron will host the 2022 MAC Men's Soccer Championship on Saturday, Nov. 12, when they take on Western Michigan at FirstEnergy Stadium. The match will begin at 1 p.m. ET and can be seen on ESPN+. This season, the Zips (11-2-5, 5-0-3 MAC) captured their 21st MAC regular season title. Since 2007, the Zips have posted the highest winning percentage in the nation (.749), with an overall record of 234-65-41.
ABOUT ZIPS ATHLETICS
Founded in 1870, The University of Akron (UA) is one of Ohio's most influential public urban research universities, conducting high-quality research in focused areas of excellence, contributing to the vitality of the local economy, and providing a workforce highly trained in diverse disciplines. The University offers more than 200-degree programs, including unique, highly ranked associate, bachelor's, master's, doctoral and law degrees — with accreditations by 35 professional agencies. UA is focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, investment in community and economic growth. Akron sponsors 17 NCAA Division I sports with more than 500 student-athletes. Learn more at gozips.com.
In response to this decision, UA Director of Athletics Charles Guthrie stated:
"We understand the extremely difficult decision announced today by the Mid-American Conference to suspend sponsorship of men's soccer following the close of the 2022 NCAA Division I men's soccer championship. We commend the conference and its leadership for the tremendous support they've provided to UA Men's Soccer over the last several decades. We have enjoyed a long-standing tradition of success, produced world-class coaches and student-athletes, and forged historic rivalries that have delivered exceptional soccer to Zips fans. Coach Jared Embick and our team have our full support as they focus on winning the program's 16th MAC Tournament Championship on Saturday. As we look to the future, Zips Men's Soccer will remain one of the top NCAA Division I men's soccer programs in the country. We are in the process of finalizing a conference home for our men's soccer program in an elite conference and an announcement will be issued in the near future."
No. 12 Akron will host the 2022 MAC Men's Soccer Championship on Saturday, Nov. 12, when they take on Western Michigan at FirstEnergy Stadium. The match will begin at 1 p.m. ET and can be seen on ESPN+. This season, the Zips (11-2-5, 5-0-3 MAC) captured their 21st MAC regular season title. Since 2007, the Zips have posted the highest winning percentage in the nation (.749), with an overall record of 234-65-41.
ABOUT ZIPS ATHLETICS
Founded in 1870, The University of Akron (UA) is one of Ohio's most influential public urban research universities, conducting high-quality research in focused areas of excellence, contributing to the vitality of the local economy, and providing a workforce highly trained in diverse disciplines. The University offers more than 200-degree programs, including unique, highly ranked associate, bachelor's, master's, doctoral and law degrees — with accreditations by 35 professional agencies. UA is focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, investment in community and economic growth. Akron sponsors 17 NCAA Division I sports with more than 500 student-athletes. Learn more at gozips.com.
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