Bobcats Seek Homecoming Upset Over Western Michigan
Ohio University coach Bill Hess guides a 1-4 Bobcats into a Homecoming clash at Peden Stadium against Western Michigan. The 5-2 Broncos, led by backs returning and senior defender Dominic Riggio, pose a strong foe as Ohio aims to rebound and finish strong in the 1973 season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Hagen Messenger
Bill Hess
Ohio University
Bobcats
Peden Stadium
Hess
Jeff Beams
Nick Becker
Greg Lieb
Ken Carstensen
Bill Gary
Dave Houseton
Western Michigan
Broncos
Ohio
The
Broncs
Medicare
Northern Illinois
Long Beach St
Toledo
Dominic Riggio
John Denver
Convocation Center
Nicholas
Nadine Lomakin
Western Michigan vs Kent State Preview Highlights Veteran Lineup
Probable starters reinforce Western Michigan’s veteran depth. Paul Jorgensen nursing bruised ribs listed doubtful for Saturday after a 21 7 win over Marshall, while Rich Berry shows improved poise as Kent State eyes back to back road tests. Riggio anchors the defense as Catges and Wesley handle backfield and return duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Field
Paul Jorgensen
Broncs
Marshall
Jorgensen
WMU
Larry Catges
Wesley
Riggio
Hess
Ohio
South Carolina
Rich Berry
Gamecocks
Bobcat Mascot Tradition Roots in 1960 Ohio Victory
The 1960 Ohio University Homecoming featured the bobcat mascot emerging from under Peden Stadium to cheer Ohio as it defeated Miami 21 0. The win helped Ohio finish 10 0 and claim the National College Division title, while Mr Bobcat became a lasting symbol on campus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio University
Athens
Ohio
Miami
Mr. Bobcat
Ohio University A.D. Rohr Urges Alumni to Support Football Rebuild
Ohio University Director of Athletics William D Rohr calls for strong alumni and staff effort to resurrect the football program after a tough start. He notes a young team, tough schedule, and tight budget while aiming to climb back to the top of the conference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio University
Bill Rohr
Penn State
North Carolina
Minnesota
Idaho
Rohr
William D. Rohr
Homecoming Festivities Kick Off With Oktoberfest Events
The schedule lists a three day Homecoming festival starting Friday at 4:00 p.m. behind Bird Arena with rides booths food tents and games opening. Activities include a bonfire pep rally tug of war and eating contests. Alumni luncheon and football game follow on Saturday and events conclude with concerts on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bird Arena
Ohio University Hall of Fame to Enshrine 7 Members
Seven men including the youngest honoree are slated for induction at Ohio University during Homecoming Weekend. The group features a cross country champion, OU's first athletic director, the first OU swimmer in the Hall, and the only OU basketball player to reach the NBA, plus posthumous honorees. The event includes a Friday banquet and official enshrinement before the Western Michigan game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio University Athletic Hall of Fame
Ohio University
National Basketball Association
Elmore A. Banton
Akron
Ohio
Ossian Clinton Bird
Colvin
Buckeye
Portsmouth
NBA
Jolliff
Canton South High School
Jackson Memorial High School
Massillon
David Solomon
MAC
Israel
Mark Spitz
Chartiers Valley High School
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
AAU
Woodrow E
Woody”’ Wills
All-Buckeye
New York Giants
Navy
Wills
Miami University
Oxford
George Blackburn
Ara Parseghian
Woody Hayes
John Pont
Bo Schembechler
Miami
Ohio Athletic Hall of Fame
Nelson Commons
Western Michigan
Also Mentioned on This Page
MAC Bobcats
Buck Broncs
Kent
WIU
Mark Lundell
LE Ed Madison
Tom Baetens
RT Dave Miller
Les Jim Bollweg
Jeff Pisching
Mike Carter
L. C. Lyons
Mike Wood
John Smith
Rich Lilienthal
Denny Keck
RHB
Steve Miller
Ted Forrest
Bill O Hara
Mike Ribecky
Bob Willis
Rocco Moore
Bruce Agne
Mike Sitko
Gary Dourm
Jack Reinelt
RG _ RLB
Roger Koepfle
Mike Fenbert
Larry Knorr
Isa Greg Cowser
Mike Nugent
Malcom Williams
Larry Cates
Charles Williams
Frank Mumford
Ken Carstenson
Joe Wade
Messenger
Dan Dry
Bobcat
Lindley Hall
Eddie Kendricks
Memorial Auditorium
Fort Worth
Texas
Raymond C. Davis
Cleveland
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Movement
Waverly
Howard E. Jolliff
Los Angeles Lakers
Doe
Davis
Solomon
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!