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The University of Akron's athletics programs are in a good place, and one of the MAC's more spirited football rivalries will have a new date for the 2016 season.

Larry Williams, the University of Akron's Athletic Director joined the Sam Bourquin Show to talk about the UA/Kent State game being moved to October, the upward trend of the football program, and Keith Dambrot's squad, who is enjoying yet another 20-plus win season.

When asked about the giridiron rivalry between Kent and Akron, Williams said the new date ought to be a wonderful opportunity for Northeast Ohio football fans to partake in that festive atmosphere.

"This is one we want to make sure everyone shows up for, and really understands what this local rivalry is about," Williams explained.

He says the football team has some expectations never before seen coming off the Idaho Potato Bowl win over Utah State, and Terry Bowden's unit ought to capitalize on last year's success.

"I think we're in a pretty good spot right now with a somewhat seasoned quarterback (Tommy Woodson), and this is our opportunity to take a step forward and make some progress."

Switching to the hardwood, the Zips' men's basketball program has been a source of excitement for the University of Akron and for Williams himself.

"It's fun basketball, and winning is a culture that breeds on itself, and that's something we want to contintue to foster," he said.