The Ohio State University Buckeyes men’s and women’s basketball teams recognized their graduating seniors during the Feb. 26 game against the Michigan State Spartans.
The recognition highlights the contributions of student-athletes, managers, and support staff who played key roles in the teams’ seasons. Honored before the game were women’s team players T’yana Todd and Chance Gray, along with men’s team players Brandon Noel, Christoph Tilly, and Bruce Thornton. Student managers Aaron Plum, Akshay Diora, and Reese Sauerbrun were also acknowledged, as well as support team members Jenna Wiseman from athletic training, Jordan Meyer from equipment management, and D.J. Pelles from digital media.
Members of the Brutus support team—Tyler Wisman, Caleb Kies, Jeff Moody, and Kurt Steelman—were recognized for their efforts. Cheerleading seniors Emily Schaaf, Bella Eldredge, Ryleigh Stelletell, Aiden Garramone, Giovanni DeSantis, Michael Osinski, and Josh Sobecks received acknowledgment alongside dance seniors Isabelle Davis, Bennet Espinda-Banick, Lauren Wainz, and Molly Youngblood. Managers Allie Hiegel, Kevin Houston, Jaydon Pearson and Zach Sheaffer were honored at halftime.
The Ohio State University competes in 36 varsity sports and has earned numerous Big Ten championships as well as national titles according to the official website. The university also contributes to community engagement through fundraising for pediatric cancer research and organizing annual global service trips for students according to the official website.
Notable facilities such as the Wexner Center for the Arts and the Recreation and Physical Activity Center support academics and recreation on campus according to the official website. The university operates six campuses across Ohio with Extension offices in every county according to the official website, reflecting its commitment to affordable education and outreach statewide according to the official website.
