June 8, 2026

Ohio State AD Gene Smith, Chris Holtmann come to defense of E.J. Liddell

In case you missed the disgraceful news already today, Ohio State basketball forward E.J. Liddell was sent some unacceptable and frightening direct messages on social media after the Buckeyes bowed out of the NCAA Tournament. © File photo Ohio State coach Chris Holtmann, AD Gene Smith defend E.J. Liddell Yeah, it was a disappointing loss, and yeah fans are frustrated, but we’re here to remind everyone that it’s just a game. If you’ve ever met or talked to Liddell, there aren’t a whole lot of better human beings out there. He’s respectful, hard-working, and extremely gracious at press conferences and other media availabilities. Maybe you should have to obtain a license for social media these days. In fact, our writer Mark Russell put this all in a very well and thought out perspective. Regardless, the Ohio State administration came to the defense of Liddell Saturday after the news broke. Both his head…

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