COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that Sunday, January 26, 2025, will be recognized as THE Celebration of Champions Day.

In the past week, The Ohio State University celebrated three national championships. On Friday, January 17, The Ohio State University’s spirit team — comprised of cheer, dance, and Brutus — was named the Division 1A national champions for the second consecutive year. On Sunday, January 19, The Ohio State University’s dance team won the Division 1A jazz national championship for the fourth time in the last five years. On Monday, January 20, The Ohio State University Buckeyes won the first 12-team College Football Playoff by defeating Notre Dame 34-23.

“Fran and I are incredibly proud of the hard work and determination displayed by The Ohio State University’s spirit team, dance team, and football team in earning a national championship,” said Governor DeWine. “Go Bucks!”