Ohio State announces nine inductees for athletics hall of fame 2026 class
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 7:25 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Ohio State has revealed the nine former athletes who will be inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame in 2026. The inductees include J.T. Barrett (football), Nick Swisher (baseball), and Danielle Meyer (women's volleyball), among others. Each has made significant contributions to their respective sports during their time at the university. Exact details regarding the induction ceremony have yet to be announced. This class will add to the 510 individuals already honored in the hall of fame.
- •J.T. Barrett set Ohio State records during his football career from 2014-17.
- •Nick Swisher was the 2000 Big Ten Freshman of the Year in baseball.
- •Danielle Meyer led the women's volleyball team to three NCAA Tournament appearances.
- •Other inductees include Chris Sanders, Katie Borchers, Jincy Dunne, and Oyesade Olatoye.
- •Induction ceremony details have not been released yet.
- 9:07 PMYahoo Sports — Ohio State Announces 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame Class
- 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — See the 9 former Buckeyes named to Ohio State Athletics Hall of Fame
"Ohio State will honor nine Buckeye legends this fall, including its winningest quarterback and a former MLB All-Star.
"Here are the nine former Ohio State athletes being inducted to the athletics hall of fame as part of the 2026 class.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 9:07 PMOhio State Announces 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame Class
Ohio State will honor nine Buckeye legends this fall, including its winningest quarterback and a former MLB All-Star.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 7:25 PMSee the 9 former Buckeyes named to Ohio State Athletics Hall of Fame
Here are the nine former Ohio State athletes being inducted to the athletics hall of fame as part of the 2026 class.
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