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Tatiana Mason commits to Ohio State women’s 2027 class

After a quiet spell for commitments for Ohio State women’s basketball, head coach Kevin McGuff’s side added the verbal commitment of its second 2027 freshman. On Thursday, Brush High School guard Tatiana Mason announced her decision to join the Buckeyes on social media. Mason is a 5-foot-10 combo guard who can score, rebound, and assist. […]

19 days ago | 1 read

Ohio State’s three-headed snake at linebacker is taking shape

Ohio State’s defense has spent much of the offseason searching for answers at linebacker, but as winter turns toward spring, clarity is beginning to emerge. Rather than one clear-cut star, the Buckeyes appear poised to deploy a three-man rotation built on complementary skill sets, versatility, and upside. Junior Payton Pierce, sophomore Riley Pettijohn, and Wisconsin […]

19 days ago | 1 read

No. 12 Ohio State women face the surprising Indiana Hoosiers

In recent memory, the Indiana Hoosiers’ name on the calendar means an uphill climb for No. 12 Ohio State women’s basketball. Since the start of the 2021-22 season, the Buckeyes lost five of seven against head coach Teri Moren’s side, and one of them required a record 24-point comeback in the 2023 Big Ten Tournament. […]

19 days ago | 0 reads

Buckeyes land a punter, while OC search stays muddy

We know that your life is busy, but that doesn’t mean you want to miss any news about your favorite team. So, we are rounding up all of the most important news, analysis, and commentary from LGHL and the rest of the Buckeye beat. For your Earholes… Land-Grant Podcast Network rolls out exciting new lineup […]

19 days ago | 1 read

Bucketheads Podcast: Buckeyes take advantage of the home stand, set up a showdown in Ann Arbor

“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 187 of the Bucketheads Podcast, Connor and Justin are back to talk about the Buckeyes’ two wins this […]

19 days ago | 1 read

Off-Script Ohio: Indiana’s coronation, Buckeye portal surge, and hoops momentum before a brutal test

College football didn’t just crown a champion this week, it delivered a moment that still feels surreal. Indiana’s 27–21 win over Miami capped a storybook season under Curt Cignetti, punctuated by Mendoza’s unforgettable touchdown run and a late interception that felt inevitable. The setting only added to the disbelief, as Miami lost a national title […]

20 days ago | 0 reads

Why Ohio State being a 2026 national championship favorite is unwarranted

Not long after Indiana beat Miami to earn their first football national title in school history, futures odds for the 2026 national champion were released. The favorite to win next year’s national title across many betting sites are the Ohio State Buckeyes. The news is a bit of a surprise considering how Ohio State’s season […]

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Hangout in the Holy Land: Who will be Ohio State’s next offensive coordinator?

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 54 of Hangout in the Holy Land, Justin and Alex are trying to […]

20 days ago | 3 reads

Three lessons from No. 12 Ohio State women’s win over No. 9 TCU

Right as No. 14 Ohio State women’s basketball and the No. 10 TCU Horned Frogs stepped onto the court to play at The Coretta Scott King Classic, the Associated Press released its weekly poll to make it No. 12 against No. 9. Regardless of the ranking, the Buckeyes still pulled off a light upset against […]

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Buckeye Plays of the Week: Gray shines, dance wins title, Dunne scores quickly

The Buckeyes might not have been playing in Monday’s CFP National Championship game, but there was still plenty to be excited about this weekend as Buckeye fans. The women’s basketball team won a nail-biter against No. 9 TCU. The Ohio State dance team is bringing new hardware back to Columbus. The No. 2 women’s ice […]

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Is there a changing of the guard among the blue bloods?

Ohio State’s standing in the historical hierarchy of college football will never be questioned. The Buckeyes’ on-field success, combined with school traditions, has made Ohio State a giant in a sport that dates back to just after the Lincoln Administration. But in the ever-changing landscape of college athletics, it’s worth wondering if there’s a changing […]

21 days ago | 1 read

Ohio State offers rising 2027 safety

Ohio State’s coaching staff led by Ryan Day gets a break in the action following the start of the new year. College football players across the nation officially began entering their names in the transfer portal on Jan. 2 and what followed felt like a madhouse for college football. What seemed like half of all […]

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Ohio State’s Chance Gray excels on holiday of personal importance

Basketball is a global game, but in most games, there are “small world” stories. Tales of past history between opponents, international matchups played overseas, carried over to the United States, and moments where history repeats itself. Monday’s victory for No. 14 Ohio State over the No. 10 TCU Horned Frogs carried its own history that […]

22 days ago | 1 read

Supporting cast leads No. 14 Ohio State women past No. 10 TCU 71-69

To celebrate the life of Coretta Scott King, the wife of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., the Coretta Scott King takes place every Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This year, the annual doubleheader of power conference sides in NCAA women’s basketball included No. 14 Ohio State women’s basketball and the No. 10 TCU […]

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