Buckeyes Seek NCAA Tournament Bid in Big Ten Tournament

The Ohio State men's basketball team is heading into the Big Ten tournament seeking to improve their NCAA tournament chances after a disappointing regular season finish. As the No. 10 seed, they will face No. 15 Iowa in the first round, with Coach Jake Diebler expressing confidence in their tournament résumé. Meanwhile, the Ohio State baseball team has turned around a rocky start to the season, winning three consecutive games, including a recent 13-7 victory over Eastern Michigan. First-year coach Justin Haire noted improvements in the pitching staff and praised the offensive performance of the top order. Additionally, nine members of the Ohio State fencing team have qualified for the upcoming NCAA Championships, showcasing the program's strength across different weapons. Overall, Buckeye teams are striving for success as they enter critical postseason competitions.