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Ohio State enters 2026 as a 49.5‑point favorite against Ball State, marking the first meeting between the programs and the seventh MAC opponent under head coach Ryan Day. Defensive standouts Kenyatta Jackson and Jermaine Mathews appear on the Lott IMPACT Trophy watch list, while the game’s betting landscape features DraftKings and the Dallas Cowboys’ recent trophy winner.
The United States fell 4-2 to Latvia, with Matthew Tkachuk scoring early and Mathieu Olivier closing the gap in the final minute.
The Ducks and Buckeyes meet on November 7, 2026, in a game that will test the mettle of rising stars like Jeremiah Smith and Dante Moore, while defensive stars prepare to make their mark.
Tavares Harrington, a top-ranked defensive back from Mount Carmel High School, announced his pledge to the University of Michigan, marking the second Mount Carmel recruit to commit to the Wolverines this month and bolstering a 2027 class that is climbing the national rankings.
Tim Bezbatchenko, a veteran of global soccer leadership, has been appointed President of Global Soccer for Haslam Sports Group, tasked with steering the Columbus Crew, the forthcoming Columbus NWSL team and broader soccer investments.
The recent push for federal oversight of college athletes' name, image and likeness deals ignores the sport's self‑correcting mechanisms and could undermine the fan‑driven culture that has made college football a national treasure.
Veteran soccer executive Tim Bezbatchenko is back in Ohio, now heading global soccer operations for Haslam Sports Group, where he will guide the Columbus Crew, the planned 2028 NWSL team and future investments.
Tim Bezbatchenko, a two‑time MLS Cup champion, is back in Ohio to oversee Haslam Sports Group's global soccer strategy, including a planned NWSL team debut in 2028 and broader investment initiatives.
After a two‑year stint abroad, Tim Bezbatchenko is back in Ohio to oversee all sporting operations for Columbus NWSL 2028, the Columbus Crew, and HSG’s expanding soccer portfolio, reporting to owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam and working alongside President of Business Operations Mary Shepro
From quarterback debates to multi‑sport achievements, the article maps the possibilities that could define Ohio State's 2026 campaign.
Indiana’s coaching staff is set to host top linebacker prospect Jahmiere Daniels-Portis for an official visit in May 2027, a move that could shape the next chapter of the program’s defensive resurgence.
The Professional Football Researchers Association’s New York chapter celebrated its decade‑long tradition in Springville, drawing nearly 40 scholars and former athletes from across the nation.
Columbus Crew will welcome Atlanta United to a Sunday night showdown presented by Continental Tire, a match that could prove decisive in the Eastern Conference race.
Massport plans to display a 45‑foot, 2,200‑pound soccer ball at Piers Park II from June 12‑18, aiming for a Guinness World Record and celebrating the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a community celebration on June 13 and a Haiti‑Scotland match at Gillette Stadium that evening.
Bill Davidge, a longtime figure in Columbus hockey, died at 72. Colleagues and fans remember his upbeat spirit, mentorship, and lasting impact on the sport.
Kent State University will travel to South Bend on Oct. 2, 2027, to play Notre Dame for the first time, kicking off a season that also includes road tests at South Carolina and Ohio State.
The athletic department has announced a color‑coded schedule for the 2026 Oregon Ducks football season, blending green dominance with black, yellow and white directives across key matchups.
After stints at Ohio Dominican and Malone University, Colton Everett is back at Charleston Southern, where head coach Saah Nimley lauds his blue‑collar work ethic and high character.
After a series win over USC, the Oregon Ducks enter the Big Ten Tournament as the No. 3 seed, with a May 22 opener in Omaha and +5500 odds to win the College World Series.
Gonzaga has extended an offer to DeMarcus Henry, a top 2027 prospect, as the Bulldogs navigate a crowded recruiting landscape.
CBS Sports analyst Cody Nagel releases his post‑spring Big Ten power rankings, placing Ohio State at No. 1 while Oregon, Indiana, USC and Michigan round out the top five.
The Big Ten Baseball Tournament kicks off in Omaha, Illinois and Iowa lock in long‑term coaching deals, and Michigan secures a legacy recruit.
Lee Corso’s last prediction on ESPN’s College GameDay at Ohio Stadium sparked excitement, highlighted the demanding role of the Brutus Buckeye mascot team, and underscored the physical and cultural challenges they face.
Ohio State is replacing the stadium’s turf with Shaw Sports Turf’s Forge Series system and launching updated uniforms, including a new all‑black ‘Tunnel Vision’ design, to boost safety and fan experience.