The Ohio High School Athletic Association has levied a $10,000 fine against Olentangy Local Schools following an investigation into Olentangy Orange.
OHSAA and Olentangy Local Schools released a joint statement confirming the investigation was into “a potential violation of OHSAA Bylaw 3-1, Administrative Responsibility and Institutional Control.”
According to OHSAA guidelines, under OHSAA Bylaw 3, “principals hold primary responsibility for institutional control and student eligibility.”
Krista Davis, the chief communications officer for the school district, confirmed to The Dispatch on June 26 that the investigation centered on student-athlete MC Walker, a 2026 Orange graduate.
Walker, who transferred from Westerville North following the fall semester in 2024, played a key role in helping the Orange football team win the program’s first state title last fall as it defeated Cincinnati St. Xavier 28-14 in the championship game to cap an unbeaten season at 15-0.
Davis said the ruling doesn’t impact Orange’s state title.
Orange football coach Wes Schroeder declined to comment.
Walker had five receptions for 123 yards and a score in the title game. He finished the season with a team-best 49 catches for 755 yards and six touchdowns.
Walker, who was named second-team all-OCC-Central and special mention all-district, is preparing for his freshman football season at Ohio University.
Walker was also a guard for the Orange basketball team this past season.
High school sports reporter Frank DiRenna can be reached at fdirenna@dispatch.com and at @DispatchFrank on X.
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