Using archival photographs from the Bobcats D1 men’s hockey club and upon taking my own, this photo project compares the visual differences or similarities between equipment, uniforms, atmosphere and technique of the sport throughout history. This project is to visually document the changing timeline and transformation of OU’s club hockey team.
Question: What changes in Ohio University club hockey can be identified through comparative photographic analysis of different time eras?
Bird Ice Arena, Athens, Ohio, Feb. 10, 2026.
Bird Ice Arena, Athens, Ohio, circa 1950's (Photo Courtesy: Ohio University Archives)
(Photo Courtesy: Ohio University Archives)
Mathieu Ovaert (19) waits for the puck during a face off, Bird Ice Arena, Athens, Ohio, Jan. 23, 2026.
A composite image of Bird Ice Arena in the 1950's (Photo Courtesy: Ohio University Archives) and 2026
Assistant Coach Andrew Sacca and Bobcat players watch the game from the bench, Bird Ice Arena, Athens, Ohio, Feb. 6, 2026.
Coach John McComb and Bobcat players watch the game from the bench, Bird Ice Arena, Athens, Ohio (Photo Courtesy: Ohio University Archives)
Tommy Kloepfer (4) skates backwards on the ice, Bird Ice Arena, Athens, Ohio, Feb. 7, 2026.
(Photo Courtesy: Ohio University Archives)
Luc Reeves (8) is held back by referees as he tries to fight a Canisius hockey player, Bird Ice Arena, Athens, Ohio, Feb. 7, 2026.
(Photo Courtesy: Ohio University Archives)
Bobcat Hockey game, Bird Ice Arena, Athens, Ohio, Feb. 6, 2026.
Bobcat Hockey game, Bird Ice Arena, Athens, Ohio (Photo Courtesy: Ohio University Archives)