Ohio State has finally broken its tournament drought, securing a spot in the NCAA Tournament in Jake Diebler's second year as head coach. This is big news for Buckeye fans, and it’s a moment worth celebrating. But when you're not cheering for Ohio State, why not keep an eye on other teams featuring talent from the Buckeye State?
We’ve done the legwork to find players from Ohio across the NCAA tournament teams. This year, 40 players from 18 different schools are representing Ohio, a jump from 34 players last year. It's clear Ohio is a hotbed for basketball talent.
Now, let's address the teams that don't have any Ohio players on their rosters. These include big names like Duke, Michigan, and Villanova, along with others such as Georgia, Saint Louis, and Alabama. The list is extensive, covering a wide range of schools across the country.
For those teams that do boast Ohio talent, we’ve compiled a detailed list. Each player is noted with their position, year of eligibility, hometown, and key stats like games played, points per game, and rebounds per game. Schools are organized by the number of Ohio players they have, making it easy to track where Buckeye State talent is making an impact.
So, as you fill out your brackets and watch the games unfold, keep an eye on these Ohio players. They’re not just representing their schools; they’re carrying the pride of Ohio basketball onto the national stage.