The 2008–09 Akron Zips men's basketball team represented the

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in the

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. The Zips, led by head coach

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, played their home games at Rhodes Arena in

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, as members of the

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. The Zips won the 2009 MAC tournament to earn an automatic bid to the NCAA tournament as the 13th seed in the South region. Akron lost its first-round game in the tournament to

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, 77–64.

Roster

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Schedule and results

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References

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Akron Zips men's basketball The Akron Zips men's basketball team represents the University of Akron in Akron, Ohio, Akron, Ohio. The team currently competes in the Mid-American Conference East division. The Zips are currently coached by John Groce. Prior to becoming members ...