One of the most well-known locations on Ohio State’s campus is Ohio Stadium, better known as “The Horseshoe”. For this assignment, I decided to pay a visit to the famous home of the Buckeyes. The stadium, at least around sunset on Wednesday nights, is a location that stimulates the senses and leaves an impression upon the viewer that will not fade away.
When I first arrived at the stadium, I was overwhelmed by the breathtaking sight of the setting sun against the beautiful and historic walls of “The Horseshoe”. I sat and closed my eyes to reflect upon all of the feelings that were penetrating my mind at once. While my eyes were closed, I could hear the sound of birds chirping and could feel the crisp, fall air brush against my face. For the first time since I arrived on campus, I felt relaxed and at peace. The silence and beauty of the historic stadium can make even the weariest minds feel rested and at ease. My heart was then filled with excitement as I thought about the fans, the pride, and the unity that would fill the stadium in three short days. When I finally opened my eyes again, I felt as though I was no longer in Columbus, Ohio, but in Ancient Rome, looking at the huge arches and massive columns of the Coliseum. This sight alone is enough to make a profound impact on anyone, not just a Buckeye.
There is more to “The Horseshoe” than just physical beauty. Ohio Stadium is probably the single most unifying location on campus. Its primary purpose is to seat Ohio State Buckeye fans so that they can enjoy the game in comfort; however it has a secondary and much deeper purpose. This purpose is to unify. Every Saturday in the fall, the stands are filled with more than one hundred thousand screaming fans. Although they all come from different backgrounds and have different beliefs, Ohio Stadium brings them all together. No matter how many differences the fans have, they all have one thing in common; and that is the pride of being a Buckeye.
When I first arrived at the stadium, I was overwhelmed by the breathtaking sight of the setting sun against the beautiful and historic walls of “The Horseshoe”. I sat and closed my eyes to reflect upon all of the feelings that were penetrating my mind at once. While my eyes were closed, I could hear the sound of birds chirping and could feel the crisp, fall air brush against my face. For the first time since I arrived on campus, I felt relaxed and at peace. The silence and beauty of the historic stadium can make even the weariest minds feel rested and at ease. My heart was then filled with excitement as I thought about the fans, the pride, and the unity that would fill the stadium in three short days. When I finally opened my eyes again, I felt as though I was no longer in Columbus, Ohio, but in Ancient Rome, looking at the huge arches and massive columns of the Coliseum. This sight alone is enough to make a profound impact on anyone, not just a Buckeye.
There is more to “The Horseshoe” than just physical beauty. Ohio Stadium is probably the single most unifying location on campus. Its primary purpose is to seat Ohio State Buckeye fans so that they can enjoy the game in comfort; however it has a secondary and much deeper purpose. This purpose is to unify. Every Saturday in the fall, the stands are filled with more than one hundred thousand screaming fans. Although they all come from different backgrounds and have different beliefs, Ohio Stadium brings them all together. No matter how many differences the fans have, they all have one thing in common; and that is the pride of being a Buckeye.
Last year I had a room on the very top floor of Morrill Tower that overlook the Horseshoe. Every morning I would wake up and still be tempted to just gaze and stare at the immense size and architectural beauty that is the Horseshoe. Waking up on Saturdays in Autumn was just breathtaking. One Hundred and Five Thousand fans and spectators packed the stadium. Coming from a rather small town of around 24,000 people, this was so mind-bottling. Throughout the article you used awesome rhetoric. Every idea flowed very well and I had absolutely no trouble reading through the blog.
ReplyDeleteReading about how relaxed you were at the stadium made me feel relaxed! I bet that waking up to the horsehoe every morning was something few people get to experience at OSU.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great point about how the stadium unifies people. I have been going to games since I was a little kid and I cannot remember a time where somebody next to me didn't high-five me after a touchdown or a great play. Everybody there shares the same passion and desire for the beloved Buckeyes!
ReplyDeleteYou did a really great job capturing the essence of the stadium. The atmosphere there on a Football Saturday is simply electric. I love how the stadium was designed after the Olympic stadiums in ancient Rome. It's pretty inspiring stuff. I can't wait for the game Saturday! =)
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