The University of Wisconsin men’s hockey team accomplished something that only four other teams in UW history have — they have swept the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Mariucci Arena. The No. 14 Badgers (7-1-0, 2-0-0 Big Ten) won by scores of 5–2 and 3–2 over the then-No.1 Golden Gophers (3-3-0, 0-2-0 Big Ten) to continue their hot start. With the wins, they moved into the top … [Read more...] about Men’s Hockey: Red-hot Badgers down top-ranked Minnesota in shocking road sweep
Women’s Hockey: Analysis of key players, strategy behind Wisconsin’s consistent success
The University of Wisconsin women’s hockey team has maintained a reputation as one of the greatest programs in the NCAA, much of that attributed to the leadership of head coach Mark Johnson. Oct. 13, Johnson hit his 600th career win — becoming the first coach in NCAA Division I women’s hockey to reach the milestone. Despite this individual accomplishment, Johnson doesn’t … [Read more...] about Women’s Hockey: Analysis of key players, strategy behind Wisconsin’s consistent success
Cross Country: Wisconsin men take home Big Ten Championship, women place second
Big Ten Championships are not easy to come by, but the University of Wisconsin men’s cross country program seems to have figured out the formula. Friday, Oct. 27, UW hosted the Big Ten Cross Country Championships at the Thomas Zimmer Championship Cross Country Course for the first time since 2010. Despite encountering cool conditions, gloomy skies and a slight mist, the men’s … [Read more...] about Cross Country: Wisconsin men take home Big Ten Championship, women place second
Volleyball: Wisconsin showcases prowess on national television, sweeps Minnesota
After winning against Michigan State University earlier in the week, the University of Wisconsin women’s volleyball team secured their 20th victory of the season Sunday night with another 3–0 sweep. This UW win was the first-ever volleyball game broadcasted on Fox, airing right after the Packers-Vikings game. Senior Sarah Franklin — who led her team with 21 kills — commented in … [Read more...] about Volleyball: Wisconsin showcases prowess on national television, sweeps Minnesota
Men’s Soccer: Wisconsin escapes with 1–1 tie against Penn State
The University of Wisconsin men’s soccer team hosted Penn State on Sunday in their final match of the regular season, finishing with a 1–1 tie. This game had enormous implications for UW. With a win, they could’ve finished as high as fourth in the Big Ten while a loss or draw would’ve resulted in a drop, possibly as low as eighth place. The match was just as crucial for Penn … [Read more...] about Men’s Soccer: Wisconsin escapes with 1–1 tie against Penn State