Team Information
Ground | Peden Stadium |
City | Athens, Ohio |
Conference | Mid-American, |
Nickname | Bobcats |
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Peden Stadium, constructed in 1929, stands as the oldest college football venue in the Mid-American Conference. It's a revered site in Ohio Bobcats Football history, witnessing numerous memorable games and renovations over the years.
The team has intense rivalries with Miami (known as the "Battle of the Bricks") and Marshall (the "Battle for the Bell"). These annual matchups contribute to the team's competitive spirit and tradition, with distinctive trophies at stake.
Coaches like Don Peden (1924-1946), Bill Hess (1958-1977), and Frank Solich (2005-2020) left significant imprints, leading the team to championships, bowl games, and successful seasons.
The team has clinched 11 conference titles, achieved a claimed national title in 1960, and produced impressive records and victories in various bowl games, showcasing its historical success.
Players like Tyler Tettleton, Kurtis Rourke, and Nathan Rourke have left their mark, holding records for career passing yards and single-game yardage, symbolizing the team's historical offensive prowess.