What does it mean to lose a black stripe at Ohio State?
What does it mean to lose a black stripe at Ohio State?
The idea behind the tradition was that a new player must earn the right to be called a Buckeye. To do this, a black stripe is placed on his helmet when he arrives at school until he has done enough to officially earn his place on the team in the eyes of the coaching staff.
Is Zak Herbstreit related to Kirk?
Zak Herbstreit, who joined the Ohio State football program in June 2021 as a preferred walk-on, lined up as the Buckeyes’ tight end to the delight of his father, the former Ohio State quarterback who was finishing up his duties as color commentator for the TV broadcast.
What are the stickers for on Ohio State helmets?
The Ohio State stickers represent the leaves of the buckeye, a species of tree native to North America. Players receive buckeye stickers for exceptional play. Specifically, each player receives a sticker for a win, two stickers for a win in a conference game, and three stickers for a win over Michigan.
Why do pro footballs not have stripes?
In short: white stripes are used for high school and college games (to aid in visibility for night games) but not for the NFL. The NFL wanted their own brand of football – one without the stripes.
