“When you say Wisconsin, you’ve said it all!” Along with 19 Nobel Prize winners, countless politicians and other notable figures, the University of Wisconsin is the birthplace of many superstar athletes and reporters. But most people only see what is broadcasted on national television — giving little publicity to sports like softball, lacrosse and soccer, in addition to the … [Read more...] about Take a look inside Big Ten Plus broadcasting
Women’s Hockey: Rivalry matchup runs deep throughout UW’s prowess on ice
It felt inevitable. Canada and the United States battling for gold. This year was no different. Since the International Ice Hockey Federation Women’s World Championships began, being held on the women’s side in 1990, the U.S. and Canada have met in the gold medal game all but one time — 2019 — when the host country, Finland, upset Canada in the semifinals before falling to the … [Read more...] about Women’s Hockey: Rivalry matchup runs deep throughout UW’s prowess on ice
Offseason provides chance for Badger athletics to reach youth in community
University of Wisconsin athletics look a bit different during the summer. The track teams ramp up with the NCAA Championships in May to prepare for the USA Olympic Trials in June. Many teams, like football, primarily go through strength training workouts. With a little down time, every program opens its doors for summer camps. Every summer, UW offers over 50 camps to a wide … [Read more...] about Offseason provides chance for Badger athletics to reach youth in community
Men’s Basketball: Gard strikes again, welcomes in highly-coveted transfer
After weeks of silence in the transfer portal, the University of Wisconsin men’s basketball program has landed two potential starters in 24 hours. Northern Illinois University forward Xavier Amos joins Camren Hunter in UW’s 2024 transfer class—beating out Kansas, Illinois and Texas, among many other high-level programs for Amos’s commitment. Amos joins the Badgers with two … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball: Gard strikes again, welcomes in highly-coveted transfer
Women’s Tennis: Team makes national noise entering postseason play, backed by 17-5 record
The University of Wisconsin women’s tennis program capped off the regular season with a 4–1 win against Rutgers University and left fans at the edge of their seats during a 4–3 loss against the University of Maryland during the weekend of April 20. UW played away at both of these matches — having left the Nielsen Tennis Center in high spirits after sweeping Michigan State … [Read more...] about Women’s Tennis: Team makes national noise entering postseason play, backed by 17-5 record