Akron Football Offering Opportunity for Fans to Call Plays
Summary
The Akron Zips football team is offering one season-ticket holder the chance to call the offensive plays during the opening drive of their home game against Robert Morris on September 12. The team's coach, Joe Moorhead, will work with the winner to create the play script, giving fans a rare behind-the-scenes experience.Key Facts
- Akron Zips will let one fan act as the "offensive coordinator of the game" for the home opener.
- The opportunity is for the opening drive of the game on September 12 against Robert Morris.
- The winner will be chosen from season-ticket holders or those who sign up before August 19.
- Coach Joe Moorhead will collaborate with the fan to plan the plays.
- Last season, Akron football had a 5-7 record and averaged 22.3 points per game.
- Athletics director Dr. Andrew T. Goodrich said the event aims to bring fans closer to the team.
- Akron's offense last season ranked fifth and eighth in their conference in yards and points per game.
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