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Akron confident Dustin Ford is right coach to lead Zips men's basketball
- Dustin Ford was officially named Akron's head men's basketball coach, the program's 23rd leader in its 125-year history.
- Ford spent 18 years as an assistant to John Groce at multiple programs before taking the Akron job.
- Ford emphasized recruiting and retention as critical, citing Groce’s influence on his development.
- Ford will retain two Akron assistants and add three new staff members to complete his coaching team.
- Ford praised UA leadership and described Akron’s basketball tradition as a strong baseline for the next era.
- Ford highlighted a core returning group and three redshirted players expected to contribute next season.
- The introduction included multiple photos and a public event at House Three Thirty in Akron.
- Ford credited Groce with shaping him, expressing appreciation for the opportunities Groce provided.
- The Groce-Ford partnership led Akron to MAC titles and NCAA appearances in recent seasons.
- Ford’s family attended the ceremony, including his wife Marcie and children Abbie and Max.
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