Isn't it great that we have an opportunity today to see our Bobcats take on our archrival M#$%i in what will be one of the largest crowds in recent Convo history?

I couldn't help but think this morning that this is a day made for the late Dan Lowe, Ohio's number #1 fan. He would love the connection to Ohio athletic history with Gary Trent being honored. He would love that we're playing our rival. He would love to be part of  one of the largest crowds in Convo history. I also can't help but think that he will be with us in some way today.

So, to honor Ohio's #1 fan who died tragically during a pick-up game at the Convo in 2005, I ask all Bobcat fans in attendance to show their support  by providing the best possible homecourt advantage for our team. If you aren't in the Convo, wear your green and white today.

And, if you have the means to do so, please consider making a contribution to the Dan Lowe Memorial Scholarship Fund. His family established this scholarship for students with an interest in sports reporting. It recognizes Dan's love for all Bobcats athletic teams, his degree from the Scripps School and his loyalty to our university. 

Our family does it's best to make an annual contribution to this scholarship fund.   I'm going to pledge $1 for every point the Bobcats score today. If we win, I'll double it. Nothing would make us happier than to see the Bobcats break the century mark and send M#$%i home with a loss. But no matter what, we'll feel blessed to have an opportunity to support our team.

You can make a contribution on-line or mail a check payable to The Ohio University Foundation. If mailing a check, be sure to put Dan Lowe Scholarship Fund in the memo line.The mailing address for these is:

The Ohio University Foundation
PO Box 869
Athens, OH 45701-0869

Below is a link to a video about Dan that aired on Bobcat Blitz:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLuP5T5AvmQ