The Cathedrals
DICK FRIEDMAN
August 21, 2012
The stadiums of the Big Ten—the most worshipped spots on campus—blend tradition, smart details and a homey atmosphere to keep fans making their pilgrimages, time and again
OHIO STATE BUCKEYES
OHIO STADIUM
CAPACITY 102,329
FIRST GAME Oct. 7, 1922 Ohio State 5, Ohio Wesleyan 0
FIRST-GAME ATTENDANCE 25,000
MOST RECENT RENOVATION 2001
SIGNATURE FEATURE Double-decker horseshoe seating design
PATRON SAINT Coach Woody Hayes (205-61-10)
INDELIBLE MOMENT On Nov. 20, 1954, against Michigan, a stirring fourth-quarter goal line stand helped preserve a 21--7 victory that led to the Buckeyes' second national championship.