People are asking Can the happy hour of the 12th Warrior 3-3 against the 11 Warriors?
The answer is Yes.
In June and July, Andy Katzenmoyer and JK Dobbins became the first and second 12th Warrior happy hours. When we looked for the third Ohio legend to get the third title, we wanted to keep the pedal on the metal, so we wandered around and landed a national champion: Maurice Clarett. Back and back will appear Thursday, August 7, 5 pm
In a live Q&A with Clarett, the 12th Warriors will hear the unquestionable story, have the opportunity to ask questions and connect with the Buckeyes that have never been seen before. Relax. This is interactive. This is our way of thanking you for supporting the Athletic Report at Independent Ohio State, representing the heart of the 11 fighters and what we did at 11W.
Pick up your drink of choice, log in and let us make some memories. We'll share more details in Premium Lounge next week.
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Maurice Clarett, Ohio legend
Clarett broke into college football in 2002 at Ohio State, becoming the first to run for the Buckeyes for the first time since 1943. In just one season, he rushed for 1,237 yards, 1,237 yards in 222 offenses, and added 12 catches and added 12 catches.
Clarett played a crucial role in the unbeaten national championship game that year at Ohio State, a touchdown he won against Miami in the 2003 Fiesta Bowl and a memorable victory for Sean Taylor after an interception. His vision, strength and nose of the finishing area make him one of the most influential freshman players in college football history.
While off-court issues cut short of Crater's Ohio State and NFL career, the Youngstowner of Ohio, uses most adults as advocates for mental health, addiction recovery and personal development through his work with Red Zone, a behavioral health agency he founded in 2016.
Crater did re-engage with Ohio State in the 2024 season, which marked a meaningful return to the program. He has served as a part-time mentor and present on the team, regularly attending practice, interacting with players, and providing motivational support in their national championship games. Although he did not hold a formal employee position, Crater developed a personal relationship with head coach Ryan Day, which was combined with shared experience and conversation. He regularly attends Tuesday's practice, followed by a day with dinner. Clarett called their first meeting “an conversation as impressive as I’ve been for a while” and said “continue to grow from there.”