Your first chance to get an early look at the 2016-17 Ohio State men's and women's basketball teams is almost here. 'Buckeyes on the Blacktop' returns and is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 6, according to the school's Twitter account.
Ball with the #Buckeyes! @OhioStateHoops & @OhioState_WBB to host "Buckeyes on the Blacktop" event Oct. 6. outside RPAC#GoBucks pic.twitter.com/Hnbtlh4HtD
— Ohio State Buckeyes (@OhioStAthletics) September 28, 2016
'Buckeyes on the Blacktop' is an event featuring a skills competition, dunk contest and 3-point shootout with members of both the men's and women's teams. It takes place at the Lincoln Tower Outdoor Courts located right next to the RPAC.
Last year's event featured plenty of action in what is a unique atmosphere. The event is free to the public though space is limited. The start time is 7 p.m. and former Buckeyes' walk-on and fan favorite Mark Titus will emcee the event.
I may have something special for yall https://t.co/6GFXGD0bbS
— Kam Williams (@kd__will) September 28, 2016
The Ohio State men's team opens its season Sunday, Nov. 6 with an exhibition against Walsh. The regular-season begins Friday, Nov. 11 at Navy.
The Buckeyes' women's team begins Sunday, Nov. 6 with an exhibition against Ashland. The regular-season begins Friday, Nov. 11 at home against Duquesne.
