Bobcats filled with hope against Ohio State
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) _ This is not just another game for Kris Luchsinger. Or, for that matter, a lot of his Ohio teammates.
The Bobcats' defensive end, a native of Columbus, had to fight his emotions while casually discussing his team's trip to play No. 3 Ohio State on Saturday.
"Growing up I've always been surrounded by Ohio State fans. My dad has always been a big Ohio State fan and he always wanted me to play in that stadium," Luchsinger said.
There was a catch in his voice. He apologized.
"Sorry, just thinking about it trembles me up," he said.
Emotions take over when you're coming home, so Luchsinger can be forgiven for being overwhelmed. Football has a strong grasp on kids in Ohio, and to some a visit to Ohio Stadium is almost like revisiting their roots, to other autumn Saturdays when they were fans instead of players.
"It's a great atmosphere, it's what college sports are all about.
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