Athletics

Ohio University Athletics Director Julie Cromer stands in the Convocation Center
Athletics

Last Word with Julie Cromer

September 12, 2024

Amid national recognition and accolades, Athletic Director Julie Cromer stays focused on student success both on and off the field.

OHIO Athletes respond during Paul Benedict 2024 Athlete Entrepreneur Workshop Series 1

Scoring big in business: OHIO athletes train as entrepreneurs

April 11, 2024

After the roar of the crowd fades and the final whistle sounds, some college athletes may face a new opponent: transitioning from competitive sports to a professional career. Fortunately, Ohio University is equipping its athletes with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive beyond the field.

The women’s soccer team took home the Mid-American Conference Championship in November after defeating Kent State 2-1

OHIO Making Headlines Spring 2024

April 11, 2024

Bobcats make the news—and the OHIO community proud—every day. Read about a few of the Ohio University alumni, students, faculty and staff who have made headlines in recent months.

Julie Cromer

Julie Cromer named FBS Nike Executive of the Year

August 17, 2023

Director of Athletics Julie Cromer has been named the NCAA Division I FBS Nike Executive of the Year, as announced by Women Leaders in College Sports (Women Leaders).

Hockey photo 2023

Ohio University's hockey coach Lionel Mauron named 2023 Coach of the Year, Luc Reeve named both Rookie and Player of the Year

May 10, 2023

Lionel Mauron, head coach of Ohio University's hockey team, has been honored as the 2023 Coach of the Year by the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA).

Head coach Jeff Boals and several basketball players are all smiles after a win

Cheering on Bobcat Basketball in March

March 8, 2023

Bobcat fans can keep updated about postseason action and featured content by checking out the March Bobcat Basketball page.

Convocation Center, back of Grover Center, and Walter Hall

Discount tickets available for staff appreciation night as Bobcats battle Ball State

December 16, 2022

OHIO faculty and staff are invited to “Stand Up and Cheer” at staff appreciation night at the OHIO men's basketball game against Ball State University on Tuesday, Jan. 10, at 7 p.m.

Women's athletics gift

Ohio University Women’s Athletics receives historic gift from two-time alumna

December 1, 2022

Ohio University announced a landmark in women’s athletics: Alumna Jackie Reau, BSJ ’92, MSA ’12, has committed more than $2 million to enhance women’s athletics at OHIO.

Graduate student Taylor Strnad attends an away game with the Ohio University football team.

From press box to pressing send, graduate student tells OHIO Athletics stories digitally

November 30, 2022

Journalism graduate student Taylor Strnad applies her passion for sports with her career through her role with the Ohio University Athletics Department digital strategy team.

Tim Albin and Michael Taylor

Former OHIO student athletes join forces to revamp football facilities

November 17, 2022

Former student athletes have come together in the past few years to fund a series of updates to the OHIO football facilities, and it's making a big impact on the program.

Sook Academic Center

OHIO Athletics continues to perform well in latest NCAA APR report

June 17, 2022

Ohio Athletics continued its recent history of solid Academic Progress Rate (APR) scores, as announced by the NCAA in its 2020-21 data report.

Frank Solich

Former OHIO coach Frank Solich on 2023 College Football Hall of Fame Ballot

June 6, 2022

The National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame announced today former head football coach Frank Solich is on the 2023 ballot for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame.

Jess North poses with a basketball in her hands by an Ohio University basketball sign

Student manager Jess North works behind the scenes to help Ohio Men’s Basketball

March 8, 2022

Student managers have the unique opportunity to gain experience in the sports industry while being an undergraduate student. Jess North is the longest tenured and only female student manager on staff.

“I play a big part of this team and I know that they need me to have good spirits all the time, so I try to stay as positive as I can.” Hooks embraces teammate Kaylee Bambule after a home win.

Happy and Humble: Cece Hooks shatters OHIO and MAC basketball scoring records

February 2, 2022

The fifth-year senior has already left her mark on the OHIO women's basketball team.

Student athletes graduation rate

OHIO Athletics achieves record-setting Graduation Success Rate, Federal Graduation Rate again

December 2, 2021

In graduation data released by the NCAA, Ohio University student-athletes have a four-class average (2011-15) of 92 percent in the Graduation Success Rate (GSR).

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