This week in Ohio Athletics highlights the 2026 Football Spring Game and softball's final homestand. The Spring Game, on April 18 at Frank Solich Field, features an array of events, including a kids' fest, live radio show, and on-field autographs. Softball faces Marshall at home before hitting the road for a three-game series against Kent State. Meanwhile, baseball plays four away games against Northern Kentucky and Central Michigan, hoping to improve their season record.

By the Numbers
  • Softball's Shelby Westler secured a .440 batting average with 11 hits and 19 RBIs last week.
  • Baseball鈥檚 Colton Shirly hit .400 with six hits and four runs over the past week.
State of Play
  • Football Spring Game is on April 18, starting at 10 a.m. ET, with gates opening at 10:30 a.m.
  • Softball team is 28-15 and on a three-game win streak heading into a critical series against Kent State.
  • Baseball stands at 7-28, aiming to build momentum after a recent win against Miami.
What's Next

Ohio Athletics anticipates growth for both baseball and softball as they enter crucial series, while the football team looks to energize fans during the Spring Game. Upcoming matches could define the trajectory of the spring seasons for these teams.

Bottom Line

This week presents significant opportunities for Ohio's athletic teams to make strides in their respective sports, with key matchups that could influence both standings and team morale. Fans are encouraged to engage, as the Spring Game and critical softball and baseball contests unfold.