Brown sparks Ohio in come-from-behind, short-notice win

In an unexpected game, with a surprisingly competitive score, it was an unlikely catalyst that sparked the Bobcats in a second-half comeback victory. Sophomore guard Miles Brown had nine of his career-high 11 points after halftime, and ramped up Ohio’s energy level with on-ball defensive pressure, as the Bobcats needed a 56-point second half to … Continue reading Brown sparks Ohio in come-from-behind, short-notice win →

Preston’s star turn not enough as Ohio falls 77-75 at Illinois

It was a vintage Jason Preston shot. Using a patient dribble, his lanky-limbed 6-foot-4 frame, and a knack for awkward angle shots, Ohio’s junior guard spun and hoisted a one-handed push shot from the lane that fell through. It looked to be a potential game-winner, on the road, against a top 10 opponent. It capped … Continue reading Preston’s star turn not enough as Ohio falls 77-75 at Illinois →

Bobcats set up test against Illini

The Bobcats got punched in the face, or clobbered with a turkey leg if you prefer on this holiday, but responded in precisely the way Jeff Boals hoped. They swung back. Ohio coughed up a 12-point first-half lead, but locked the game away with a strong sequence to open the second half on its way … Continue reading Bobcats set up test against Illini →

Wilson eligible at start for Bobcats

The Bobcats haven’t played a game yet, but scored their first win of the season on Sunday anyway. Senior transfer Dwight Wilson III was granted his release to play immediately for Ohio University by the NCAA over the weekend. Wilson comes to Athens from James Madison University, and normally would have had to sit the … Continue reading Wilson eligible at start for Bobcats →