How to Be a Fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes

The Ohio State University has long been known for having stellar athletic programs. Among these great programs is their football team, one of the most notable and recognizable symbols of Ohio State. If you are a prospective student, current student, alumni, or just a general fan, there are many things you can do to advance your Ohio State fanhood. Here are a few tips to become the best Ohio State fan you can be.

First, it is important to understand that much of the country is not very fond of Ohio State football, due to the two poor performances in the National Championship Game. The Florida Gators and the LSU Tigers both had very good football teams in each of their respective years. For those around you who dislike Ohio State, simply take it with a grain of salt and love the Buckeyes for who they are.

One thing you can do to advance your Ohio State fanhood is to purchase lots of Buckeye apparel. Sweatshirts, t-shirts, pants, pajamas, socks...the possibilities are endless! If you are in the immediate Columbus area, see if you can break free for a weekend to head out to the Buckeye Corner at the Easton Town Center, which is a great place to load up on lots of OSU stuff.

Another thing you can do to help advance your Ohio State fanhood is to read up on the rich history of The Ohio State University, paying special attention to the history of the athletic programs. Knowing a great deal of history on the team, as well as how it has evolved over the years, will undoubtedly deepen your understanding and love for the team. In addition, it certainly helps to know your Ohio State trivia, and you can definitely impress others at a game watch or at a Buckeye family gathering.

One of the obvious ways to become a fan of any team is pretty simple: watch as many games as you possibly can. If you are a current student or live in the Columbus area, see if you can break free to go to a Buckeye football game whenever you have the chance. Seeing the teams play live will also help you grow attached to the Buckeyes. In addition, you will get to know a lot of the other big-named players (in any sport) from around the Big Ten.

All in all, it is great to be a Buckeye fan. If you take these ideas and use them to your advantage, it will help you become one of the best fans out there!