The University of Wisconsin women’s basketball team fell to 5-4 on the season after a thorough 65–87 loss at the hands of the now 10-1, No. 4 ranked University of Iowa and their elite offense. The sellout crowd was the women’s team’s second ever since 2002. Fans flocked to the Kohl Center hours before the game with hundreds outside the doors two-and-a-half hours before the game … [Read more...] about Women’s Basketball: Hawkeyes trounce Badgers in front of sellout crowd
Badgers get trounced 98-73 by Arizona, give up most points since 1995
The University of Arizona showed exactly why it is ranked No. 1 in the country Saturday, outclassing a Wisconsin team that was fresh off decisive wins over Marquette and Michigan State. Arizona entered the contest as the third-highest scoring offense in the country at 93.4 points per game and put on a show on their end of the floor, burying 58.3% of their field goal attempts … [Read more...] about Badgers get trounced 98-73 by Arizona, give up most points since 1995
Volleyball: Wisconsin avenges regular season loss to Penn State, downs Nittany Lions in four sets
The University of Wisconsin volleyball team defeated Big Ten rivals Penn State University 3–1 Thursday night to advance to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament. UW came out strong and were dominant in the first set. An early 5–0 run led by two kills apiece by middle blocker Carter Booth and outside hitter Devyn Robinson saw the Badgers gain an 8–3 lead that they never gave … [Read more...] about Volleyball: Wisconsin avenges regular season loss to Penn State, downs Nittany Lions in four sets
Women’s Basketball: Wisconsin’s hot start, early success
There is plenty of merit behind the argument that Wisconsin women’s basketball was destined for another season of failure. From a macro perspective, the team’s last winning season came in the 2010-11 season when former President Barack Obama was in the midst of his first term, and the players on the current team were in elementary school. The last time fans could flock to the … [Read more...] about Women’s Basketball: Wisconsin’s hot start, early success
The fall that was: Five teams that found success this semester
As the fall semester concludes, it’s time to reflect on the performances of various sports teams and individual players from the University of Wisconsin. Based on preseason expectations, several teams and players have shined — demonstrating exceptional skills and resilience. Here’s a closer look at the standout performances and key players from five prominent sports — women’s … [Read more...] about The fall that was: Five teams that found success this semester