For a school in the Midwest, a kangaroo is a unique mascot. What's the story behind Akron being the Zips, and the history of ...

Akron men's basketball returns to the NCCA Tournament after defeating Miami on Nate Johnson's late shot in the MAC Tournament ...

You get the hint. Why then is the University of Akron known as the Zips, and why would the school have the kangaroo Zippy as a mascot? The story hops around more than a pouched marsupial in Australia.

Learn these obscure stories entering March Madness 2025 and impress your friends while filling out your NCAA Tournament ...