Football fan banned for punching 13-year-old boy in the face after FA Cup match

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Inside the mind: The psychology behind penalty kicks

The crowd noise fades. The ball rests 12 yards out, sitting on the round white spot. Ohio State forward Marko Borkovic takes two deep breaths, glances at the goalkeeper and begins his run. He drives the ball low into the corner, past the outstretched arms of the goalkeeper, as the ball finds the back of […]

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Home field no advantage as Buckeyes drop fourth straight

For senior defender Nathan Demian, home games at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium used to feel automatic. Ohio State went undefeated at home last season, turning Columbus into one of the toughest places to play in the Big Ten. This year, Ohio State has lost that edge. Ohio State’s 4-0 loss to Maryland on Saturday left […]

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Zoom Calls, Film and Flights: Inside OSU’s men’s soccer International Recruiting

When it comes to recruiting, Ohio State men’s soccer doesn’t just look for players across America. Instead, its coaches scout the world. International recruiting has become a crucial component of Ohio State’s roster-building, as head coach Brian Maisonneuve seeks players who bring experience, maturity and the right fit to his team. “There [are] good soccer […]

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Men’s Soccer: Conference play to begin against Michigan State

Ohio State Men’s Soccer reached the Big Ten’s mountain top for the first time since 2009 when they won the conference championship.  That was 306 days ago, and with a new season of Big Ten play about to begin, the Buckeyes are hungry to prove last year’s success was not fleeting, but the beginning of […]

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Forging a Wall: McHenry and Williams Anchor Ohio State’s Defensive Identity

Ohio State’s backline has become the foundation of a team still searching for its rhythm in the early stages of the 2025 season. Led by senior center back Donovan Williams and sophomore defender Nick McHenry, the Buckeyes have conceded just four goals through four matches, a mark of consistency in a unit filled with new […]

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From Eruwa to male athlete of the year: Michael Adedokun’s Rise at Ohio State

It’s no secret that Ohio State is home to one of the nation’s premier athletic departments. During the 2024–25 season, the Buckeyes reached the pinnacle of collegiate competition in two of their flagship sports—football and women’s ice hockey—both of which competed for national championships.  But one of the year’s most transformative stories didn’t come from […]

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Men’s Soccer: Meet Liam Williams, Ohio State’s honorary 10-year-old soccer player

Liam Williams was hospitalized in March, after a scooter accident left him with a broken femur that required surgery.  The 10-year-old, however, was not alone in his recovery.  During his hospital stay, Williams was visited by several members of the team, who monitored his progress and entertained him with some NBA 2K games.   This collaboration […]

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Men’s Soccer: No. 1 Ohio State set to take on rival No. 7 Michigan in Columbus for Big Ten Championship

The Buckeyes will return home to battle the Wolverines, seeking their first Big Ten Championship title in 15 years. No. 1 Ohio State gears up to face off against its archrival, No. 7 Michigan 3 p.m. Sunday at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium in the 2024 Big Ten Tournament championship match. After receiving a bye straight […]

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