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You’re Nuts: After losing in Ann Arbor, what must Ohio State do better in Michigan rematch?
Coming off of a 20-point road win over the Maryland Terrapins Thursday night, the Ohio State men’s basketball team (15-7, 7-5) is rolling into Sunday’s game against rival Michigan with a little swagger and confidence. The Buckeyes held a Big Ten team under 65 points on the road for the second time this season, bending […]
Three lessons from No. 9 Ohio State women’s win over No. 24 Washington
Before No. 9 Ohio State women’s basketball and the No. 24 Washington Huskies stepped onto the court on Thursday night, all the talk surrounded the play of Sayvia Sellers, the USBWA Player of the Week for the Huskies. The attention was deserved and Ohio State had its hands full in preparation for Alaska native. In […]
What if there was only one: the transfer portal or NIL?
The landscape of college athletics is completely different from what it was 10 years ago — and personally, I’m not a fan. When the games are played, it’s awesome. There is so much parity in college football, basketball, and baseball. However, when the games aren’t being played, covering college athletics is like covering a soap […]
Ohio State looking to flip a top-five player in 2027, lands 2026 long snapper
It’s only a matter of time before recruiting news picks back up with a full head of steam for the Buckeyes. Spring football practice just around the corner, Ohio State will once again be on the field competing and preparing for their 2026 season, but also having the opportunity to play host to several top […]
The 10 key moments in Ohio State’s 82-62 win over Maryland
Ahead of Super Bowl Sunday’s afternoon showdown against No. 2 Michigan, the Ohio State men’s basketball team traveled to the Xfinity Center in College Park to take on the Maryland Terrapins and secured a 82-62 win. The Xfinity Center has been a house of horrors for the Buckeyes before this contest, as they entered the […]
No. 9 Ohio State women pick up road win over No. 24 Washington, 70-60
Last season, No. 9 Ohio State women’s basketball neutralized No. 24 Washington Husky guards Elle Ladine and Sayvia Sellers in Columbus when the pair scored nine combined points. This time, the Buckeyes were in Seattle, Washington, a couple thousand miles from home, to try and continue a two-game winning streak with Big Ten Tournament seeding […]
Visiting Locker Room: Talking Washington Huskies with The IX Basketball
For four games, No. 9 Ohio State women’s basketball navigated the absence of forward Kylee Kitts, who missed due to a shoulder injury. It required a four-guard starting lineup for head coach Kevin McGuff and an adjustment to how the team plays. That is normal for the Washington Huskies, a team thriving with a group […]
Ohio State looks to fend off SEC programs for top 2027 tight end target nearing decision
Wednesday marked the final signing day for the 2026 class, and it was another reminder of how different times are in the current landscape of college football compared to what was just a few short years ago. What used to be a day filled with anticipation and excitement, the December signing period has taken over, […]
Rink Roundup: Ohio State women’s hockey hit the road to battle Wisconsin
Ohio State’s women’s hockey team continued their perfect start to 2026, sweeping a pair of games against Minnesota Duluth to run their winning streak to 10 games. Even more impressive is the Buckeyes did so without a number of their top scorers, who have left the team to head to Italy to participate in the […]
No. 9 Ohio State women return to Seattle to face Washington
Thursday night at 9:00 p.m. ET, No. 9 Ohio State women’s basketball face the No. 24 Washington Huskies on their home court for the first time in eight years. It starts a two-game away trip for the Buckeyes in the Pacific Northwest where the Huskies and Oregon Ducks await head coach Kevin McGuff’s side, who […]
Good Hoops Morning: To stay afloat, Ohio State must vanquish Xfinity Center boogeyman
Before every Ohio State men’s basketball game, Connor Lemons gets you ready for that day’s action with key stats, players to know, and prevalent storylines for that day’s game on the “Good Hoops Morning” podcast. Listen to the episode and subscribe: Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Ohio State Buckeyes (-6.5) vs. […]
Bucketheads Podcast: Is it desperation time for the men’s hoops team?
“Bucketheads” is LGHL’s men’s basketball podcast, hosted by Connor Lemons and Justin Golba. In every episode, they give you the latest scoop on the Ohio State Buckeyes and everything else happening in college hoops. Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | Google Podcasts | iHeart Radio On episode 189 of the Bucketheads Podcast, Connor and Justin are back to recap Ohio State’s 92-82 loss to Wisconsin […]
Ohio State’s RB2 battle matters more than it sounds
Bo Jackson is the unquestioned starter going into 2026, but Ohio State’s best version almost always comes with two backs the staff trusts. That is why the RB2 job is quietly one of the most important position battles of the offseason. A real second option changes how defenses play early downs, keeps the run game […]
Ohio State women’s West Coast trip: LEGOs, Mario Kart and chaos
No. 9 Ohio State women’s basketball is bound for the Pacific Northwest as the Big Ten side takes its second annual conference trip to the West Coast for two games. This time, against the No. 24 Washington Huskies and Oregon Ducks. It is a trip that features a ranked matchup, a return to Eugene, Oregon […]
The Buckeyes have something to prove in 2026
If Ohio State wins the Big Ten Championship this upcoming season, it will be their first conference championship in six seasons. The Buckeyes haven’t gone six seasons without winning a Big Ten Championship since 1986-1993. In three straight seasons from 2021 to 2023, Michigan beat Ohio State in The Game and went on to win […]
Checking in with the former Ohio State players currently in the NBA
Action around the NBA is starting to heat up. Not only is the league’s trade deadline on Thursday afternoon, next weekend will be the annual All-Star Game in Los Angeles. Currently there are eight former Ohio State players on NBA rosters, and one of them has already been moved ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline. With […]
Hangout in the Holy Land: We have an official schedule to break down
The latest episode of Land-Grant Holy Land’s flagship podcast is here! Join hosts Justin Golba and Alex Frank as they discuss Ohio State football, basketball, recruiting, and much more! Come for the hot takes. Stay for the warm ones. Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | Google Podcasts | iHeart Radio On episode 56 of Hangout in the Holy Land, Justin and Alex are back and […]
Three way-too-early predictions for Ohio State’s offense under Arthur Smith
With Brian Hartline headed to the University of South Florida as the head coach, there’s a new offensive coordinator in town, and he comes to Columbus with the play-calling experience Ryan Day needs in his O.C. Most recently, Smith served as the offensive coordinator for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but the veteran coach also served as […]
Why Devin McCuin should start at Wide Receiver for Ohio State in 2026
Experience you can trust Ohio State has built its reputation on elite wide receiver play for the better part of a decade. From first round draft picks to Biletnikoff winners, the Buckeyes consistently reload with star power on the outside. But as the 2026 season approaches, one of the most important pieces in the room […]
Three lessons from No. 9 Ohio State women’s victory over Nebraska
After a rough outing in Iowa City for Ohio State women’s basketball on Jan. 25, 2026, the Buckeyes got back to winning ways over the last week. After a win over the Wisconsin Badgers, the Scarlet and Gray welcomed the Nebraska Cornhuskers in a game that was at times not close and at other times […]
Two former Ohio State hockey players are thriving in the NHL
The NHL is nearing a three-week Olympic break, which will allow players from the league to play in the Olympics for the first time since the 2014 edition in Sochi. For those not traveling over to Italy to play, it will allow for some time to recharge their batteries for the final month and a […]
NCAA Tournament resume study: Which wins, losses could influence Ohio State’s chance to dance?
For the third consecutive season, the Ohio State men’s basketball team is inching closer to the NCAA Tournament time and finds itself firmly on the cut line. In college basketball, the gray area many middling teams exist in from February to early March is affectionately known as “the bubble.” The NCAA Tournament bubble is purgatory […]
Ross Bjork on Ohio State women’s athletics, ticket prices and more
On Thursday at Downtown Columbus’ Nationwide Arena, the NCAA was in town to build excitement for the 2027 Women’s Final Four. Local business partners, influencers, media and basketball greats like Katie Smith sat and watched as the hosting committee, a partnership of the Columbus Sports Commission and Ohio State, unveiled the 2027 tournament logo. After […]
Off-Script Ohio: Special teams seriousness, hoops reality check, and depth-chart look ahead
Ohio State didn’t make any splashy moves this week, but they did make a key decision. By hiring Robby Discher as its special teams coordinator, Ohio State addressed a part of the program that had lingered in limbo for two seasons. The Buckeyes had functioned without a full-time coordinator on special teams, a reality that […]
Ohio State played host to a 2027 five-star offensive tackle
Ohio State’s football team is well within the thick of the offseason. Already days into February, Ryan Day and the coaching staff are about to get busier on the recruiting front, now that the open contact period is open. With spring recruiting camps quickly approaching, Ohio State is doing work identifying recruits it will want […]
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