Columbus Sports Stories & Scoops

May 2025 Columbus Sports Preview

The Memorial Tournament, NCAA Men's Volleyball Championship & Hell is Real Spring is in the air and sports are on the schedule. Major League Pickleball, the NCAA Men's Volleyball Championship, The Memorial Tournament and Hell is Real are this month's top events. If you're feeling active, check out…

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Best Sports Bars in Columbus

Columbus is well-stocked with sports bars of all shapes and sizes, every neighborhood in the city home to unique combinations of great food, cold beer and ample TV screens. The options below represent just a small portion of the sports bars found throughout the city, each curated bar paired with its…

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Sporty Things to Do in Columbus

There are dozens of ways to get active or see sports history in Columbus. Here's a shortlist of some of our favorites. Paddle the Scioto Columbus has a vibrant downtown, and one of the best ways to take in the sights is from a kayak or stand-up paddleboard. You’ll glide along the Scioto River…

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10 Things to Know about Sluggball

Where Former Players Step Back in the Box Baseball is back—but not the kind you watch from the stands. This is your chance to play again. Sluggball, the reimagined version of baseball built for former players who miss the thrill of making solid contact, is coming to Huntington Park in Columbus on…

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Downtown Columbus Running Routes

Columbus is a fun city to run & walk in. Whether you’re training for an upcoming race or just getting some cardio, we compiled a few of our favorite ways to see the city on foot. Fast Fact Guide Look for these icons next to each route #️⃣ Miles 🏙️ Sidewalks 👟 Paved Path 🌳 Park Views 💧 River…

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April 2025 Columbus Sports Preview

Play Ball! Clippers Season and More Sports in April Get ready for home runs, double plays and hot dogs - it's baseball season! The Clippers begin their 2025 season at Huntington Park on April 1 with a six-game homestand vs. the St. Paul Saints. Just up the street at Nationwide Arena, it's playoff…

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Women's History Month in Columbus Sports

Columbus has long been a city that elevates and celebrates women's sports. As early as 1897, just six years after basketball was invented, Columbus high schools were fielding girls teams. Check out this image of one of those early teams, courtesy of the Columbus Metropolitan Library. In the 125+…

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March 2025 Columbus Sports Preview

The NHL Stadium Series is Here and March Madness is Back The NHL Stadium Series comes to Columbus on March 1 as the Blue Jackets take on the Red Wings in the first-ever hockey game at Ohio Stadium. The Jackets head on the road after that but end the month with five home games in two weeks. The Crew…

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Guide to the 2025 NHL Stadium Series in Columbus

The Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series is coming to Columbus on March 1, 2025 as the Blue Jackets host the Detroit Red Wings. Ohio Stadium, home of the legendary Buckeyes, will be the stage for this historic event, bringing the thrill of outdoor NHL hockey to the state of Ohio for the…

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