**Ohio State Buckeyes to Visit White House for National Championship Celebration**
The Ohio State Buckeyes will travel to Washington D.C. next month to meet with President Donald Trump, as confirmed by head coach Ryan Day. This visit is to celebrate their national championship victory. Day expressed his gratitude, stating, “It’s an honor to be invited. We were formally invited. It’s customary. I remember growing up and watching the national championship teams going to the White House… It’s part of the celebration of our team.” The Buckeyes are scheduled to visit the White House on April 14, just two weeks before the Philadelphia Eagles, the Super Bowl champions, are set to attend.
### Buckeyes’ Season Overview
– The Buckeyes had a tumultuous season, starting with a 10-1 record.
– They faced Michigan, the defending champions, but suffered an upset loss as three-touchdown underdogs.
– This defeat led to renewed calls for Day’s resignation, marking their fourth consecutive loss to Michigan.
– Despite the setback, the Buckeyes excelled in the new 12-team playoff format, ultimately defeating the Notre Dame Fighting Irish as the eighth seed.
### Recent Presidential Visits
– The Florida Panthers recently celebrated their Stanley Cup victory with a visit to the president.
– Trump has expressed interest in inviting the Super Bowl LIV Kansas City Chiefs to the White House.
– The last professional championship team to visit Trump during his first presidency was the 2019 Washington Nationals, shortly after their World Series win.
As the Buckeyes prepare for their visit, it remains uncertain whether the Los Angeles Dodgers, who won the World Series in October, will also make a trip to the White House.
**FAQs:**
**Q: When will the Ohio State Buckeyes visit the White House?**
A: The Buckeyes will visit the White House on April 14 to celebrate their national championship victory.
