Diebler’s Rise and Schottenstein Upgrade

Ohio State Buckeyes Basketball News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Ohio State’s athletic director Ross Bjork is thrilled with his move to name Jake Diebler head coach, praising his work building a top-tier staff and roster poised for a breakout season. Bjork highlights key player retention and the addition of talent like Anthony Thompson, while also noting Ohio State’s growing competitiveness in NIL funding. He’s investing more in basketball amid new revenue models and is upgrading the Schottenstein Center—adding a new roof, AC, and video boards—with fan feedback guiding plans for more intimate, energetic game-day experiences through lighting, music, and…