OSU Lantern – Ohio State athletes will be running, but it won’t be for conditioning or punishment. On Sunday morning, the Athletic Training Club will host the inaugural “Running with the Buckeyes 5K” at Fred Beekman Park on OSU’s West Campus.
Dominating Wimmers goes distance The Columbus Dispatch Professional baseball scouts had their radar guns raised in anticipation of Ohio State ace right-hander Alex Wimmers doing his usual stuff, and that is to make batters look as if they are trying to hit a Wiffle Ball in a gale. Except something was out of whack shortly after the national anthem last night.
Buckeyes put bats to work to win series The Columbus Dispatch It was during the top half of the fourth inning when Ohio State coach Bob Todd began to get that familiar, painful knot in his stomach. Dean Wolosiansky was pitching, and a four-run lead was in the process of vanishing against Indiana.
OSU Lantern – Ohio State used seven two-out runs to top Indiana 10-8 Sunday in the deciding game of the three-game series at Bill Davis Stadium. A bases-loaded throwing error in the first inning by Indiana catcher Dylan Swift got the scoring started for the Buckeyes, who claimed a 4-1 lead in the first.
Wynn gets rings title in the Big Ten meet The Columbus Dispatch Brandon Wynn scored a meet-high 15.85 on the rings to win his first Big Ten title at the conference individual championships last night in St. John Arena. Wynn became the first Buckeye to win an individual title since 2007. He also finished third in the vault.
OSU Lantern – Though Ohio State women’s lacrosse lost to Vanderbilt Saturday, one player still had something to celebrate. Senior Kelly Haggerty scored her 221st point, breaking OSU’s record for most career points. “I was aware that I was kind of close to it and it was definitely something that I wanted to accomplish,” Haggerty said.
Tressel the perfect fit for Buckeye Nation Dayton Daily News The Vest has done it again. Depending on what poll, Web site or talking radio head is offering, Ohio State ranks anywhere from 2-5 for the incoming college football season.
Sports Illustrated COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -Justin Boren, who famously transferred from Michigan to hated rival Ohio State, is relishing his final year as a Buckeye.Three years after an ugly departure from the Wolverines, the senior figures to be an anchor on the offensive line.
Pryor’s improvement draws praise The Columbus Dispatch When asked to name a fellow player who has improved since last spring, Ohio State senior guard Bryant Browning didn’t throw out a name at first, just a position. “Our quarterback, every time he gets a chance to be a better leader, he takes that step up,” Browning said after yesterday’s practice.
The Columbus Dispatch – Ben Buchanan is looking like the best value on the Ohio State football team. He only takes up one scholarship, yet may end up holding down two jobs.
Washington remains positive despite on-field struggles The Columbus Dispatch To the outside world, Taurian Washington has been relegated to the “Where Are They Now?” file. That’s what happens to receivers who haven’t caught a pass in nearly three years. But Washington is still with Ohio State, and his teammates, at least, are glad. They see a guy who works hard, even when he’s buried on the depth chart. They appreciate his ever-present smile in practice and his willingness to help others.
Sabino’s opportunity has arrived The Columbus Dispatch Returning starters Brian Rolle and Ross Homan supplied Ohio State with two givens at linebacker when spring drills began this month. But it’s the little-known third fellow, Etienne Sabino, who is providing the intrigue. Sabino seems to be making his presence felt more each day because he’s now reacting more than thinking. That’s a good thing, according to co-defensive coordinator Luke Fickell. It means Sabino is swinging into the fray with more frequency from the strongside position.
Sweat eager to return to action after surgery The Columbus Dispatch When they pass out the yellow “limited participation” jerseys at Ohio State football practice, Andrew Sweat is one of the most reluctant to put it on. The junior linebacker is five months removed from major knee surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament and is being held out of contact this spring.
Buckeyes making sure veteran offense has a spring in its step during drills Cleveland Plain Dealer Spring practice typically signifies the fresh start of a new season. That’s not how the Ohio State offense saw it this year. Halfway through spring ball, with practice eight of 15 taking place Tuesday afternoon, the Buckeyes, with experience throughout the offense, are thinking of this as Rose Bowl, Part II.
ESPN – As the incoming NCAA tournament committee chairman, Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith will either preside over another traditional NCAA tournament or be forced to oversee the most dramatic change the event has ever seen. He says he has no idea whether the tournament will expand to 96 teams in 2011. But he knows what he’s for: keeping it the same or making a slight alteration.
OSU Lantern – When next season begins, the Ohio State men’s basketball team will return with four of its five starters from the 2009-2010 campaign. But the one missing, Evan Turner, left a gaping hole in the Buckeyes’ roster when he declared for the NBA Draft last week.
Lighty gave brief thought to NBA The Columbus Dispatch While Evan Turner’s departure to the NBA was considered likely and there were some murmurs about the possibility of William Buford testing the waters, little if any speculation was given to David Lighty leaving early. Not that he came close to forgoing his final year of eligibility, but Lighty said today that the thought at least crossed his mind.
Awards prove Ohio State Buckeyes guard Evan Turner grew into his role Cleveland Plain Dealer Ohio State coach Thad Matta kicked open the door of the gym during a 6 a.m. practice and told Evan Turner: “You either grow up or you go home. I don’t care which one it is. Here’s the door. It’s open, you can leave.” Telling the story Friday, one from Turner’s freshman season, Matta’s ending was obvious. Seated at the head table near Oscar Robertson, accepting a college basketball national player of the year award named for the Hall of Famer, Turner didn’t walk out that door three years ago.
Lavender named to State Farm All-America team The Columbus Dispatch Jantel Lavender was named today to the Division I State Farm/Women’s Basketball Coaches’ Association All-America team for the second consecutive season. It was the third All-America honor for the Ohio State junior who previously was voted onto the Associated Press and U.S. Basketball Writers Association first teams. OSU sophomore point guard Samantha Prahalis was named honorable mention .