The Ohio State Buckeyes are playing national championship game with their white road uniforms with gray sleeves. Also the players wear one of the more iconic helmet in college football history.
The stickers on Ohio State football helmets are Buckeye leaf stickers, and they serve as a tradition and a symbol of achievement for the players. This practice began in 1968, introduced by head coach Woody Hayes and trainer Ernie Biggs.
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The sticker depicts a stylized version of a leaf from the Ohio buckeye tree, a nod to the state tree of Ohio. It’s a small green leaf with a white outline inside a circular black sticker.
These stickers are awarded to players for outstanding individual or team performance during games. They signify excellence and contributions to the team’s success.
How Ohio State Players Earn Stickers
Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard is tackled by lt;HIT gt;Ohio lt;/HIT gt; lt;HIT gt;State lt;/HIT gt; defensive end JT Tuimoloau during first half of the College Football Playoff national championship game Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)AP
The criteria for earning stickers can vary slightly depending on the coaching staff, but generally, they are awarded for:
- The criteria for earning stickers can vary slightly depending on the coaching staff, but generally, they are awarded for:
- Individual Performance: Making key plays, such as a touchdown, a critical defensive stop, or an exceptional block.
- Team Success: Players receive stickers when the team wins or meets specific goals, such as total yards gained or defensive turnovers.
- Excellence in Practice: Some coaches also award stickers for consistent effort and leadership in practice.
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