Block ‘O’ meeting focuses on 65th anniversary, Buckeye spirit

On the surface, Block “O” is known as the spirited group of students whose cheers and colorful card stunts energize fans throughout Ohio Stadium during home football games.

However, beyond the sea of scarlet-and gray-painted faces, through 65 years of existence the organization has mastered the art of planning, scripting and organizing its more than 1,300 members to reflect Buckeye pride at home football games.

To begin celebrating the 65th anniversary and to gear up for The Ohio State University vs. Northwestern football game, Block “O” will have its kick-off meeting at 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday (9/23) in the south stands of Ohio Stadium.

At the meeting, students will learn cheers and card stunts, and information about Block “O” meetings, activities, rules and community service projects. It will feature guests such as the Ohio State cheerleaders, Brutus Buckeye, Buckeye Man and Ohio State athletic teams.

Following the meeting, the Ohio State Marching Band will the lead the members of Block “O” to the north end of Ohio Stadium where they will attend Scarlet Fever, a giant pep rally.

WHAT: The Block “O” kick-off meeting.

WHEN: 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday (9/23).

WHERE: The south stands in Ohio Stadium.

WHY: To begin celebrating the organization’s 65th anniversary and to gear up for The Ohio State University vs. Northwestern football game.