Alumni and donors tour the locker room of the newly renovated Larimer Athletic Center.
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Rockets abuzz about Larimer Complex
The University of Toledo officially dedicated its renovated Larimer Athletic Complex on Thursday, completing the third major upgrade to its athletics facilities in the past six years. Speaking at the dedication, to which donors were invited, Toledo athletics director Mike O’Brien thanked those who contributed to the $5.5 million facility, which sits just beyond the Glass Bowl’s north end zone. READ MORE
Past offers ailing OSU some hope
A season of great promise appeared to be fading. In a time of uncertainty not unlike the one confronting Ohio State, the 1985 Oklahoma Sooners had lost their star quarterback to a season-ending injury. As Ohio State turns to redshirt freshman quarterback J.T. Barrett, history provides a blueprint on navigating a foundation-rattling twist — for better or worse. READ MORE
Falcons give 2 walk-ons scholarships for season
Bowling Green State University football coach Dino Babers had a surprise for his team following Wednesday’s practice. After a few announcements, Babers asked senior Victor Osborne and junior Dernard Turner to step forward. The Falcons first-year coach announced that the pair of walk-ons had earned scholarships. READ MORE