June 14, 2026

The Nuthouse is sold out! Chatting with Buckeye Nuthouse director Maddie Markenson

As we inch closer and closer to tipoff of the first Ohio State men’s basketball game on Nov. 9 against Akron, preparations are being made to ensure that it is the most exciting, fun, and successful season to date. These preparations go beyond the team itself, however. Another group that is closely involved with the program and the game day activities that accompany it is the Buckeye Nuthouse — Ohio State’s longtime basketball student section. Photo courtesy of OhioStateBuckeyes.com In years past, selling season tickets for basketball has proven to be a challenge. As a former Ohio State student and Nuthouse member myself, I can attest to that. Ohio State is no basketball superpower, and for a few years there (2014-2017-ish), the team just stunk. Now try asking a college student who spent $180 on football tickets to also spend $100+ on basketball tickets. For the most hardcore of hoops…

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