At the University of Wisconsin, sports are synonymous with intensity — the tailgates, the music and the atmosphere. But the UW sport experience comes with a cost — a cost that’s been rising due to a new ticket scalping economy. Ticket scalping, which is the practice of reselling tickets for more than their original value, has swept through campus — normalizing what some might … [Read more...] about Ticket scalping grows at UW as enrollment increases, athletic programs excel
Badgers’ basketball programs receive locker room renovations
In an era dominated by advancements in sports science, lucrative NIL deals and attention to detail in both mental and physical preparation in collegiate athletics, the significance of home facilities becomes all the more valuable. Plus, given the new $7 billion deal linking the Big Ten to Fox, CBS, NBC and Peacock as of July 1, 2023, exposure to programs throughout the nation … [Read more...] about Badgers’ basketball programs receive locker room renovations
Volleyball: Wisconsin sweeps Ohio State, extends set win streak to 30
The highly anticipated match between the University of Wisconsin volleyball team and Ohio State showcased an intense battle of athleticism and skill resulting in a 3-0 win for the Badgers Thursday. The game started with an initial setback for the Badgers, as they lost the first four points to the Buckeyes. Despite a shaky beginning, UW gradually gained momentum with an … [Read more...] about Volleyball: Wisconsin sweeps Ohio State, extends set win streak to 30
Men’s Hockey: As history is celebrated, a new chapter begins
When fans go to the Kohl Center this year for a men’s hockey game, they won’t see the University of Wisconsin’s trademark “Motion W” out there. There’s a new logo for this season, celebrating 75 seasons of UW hockey, and it has six stars on it — one for each of the Badgers’ six national titles. But for recent fans of this team, those titles feel like ages ago. That’s why UW … [Read more...] about Men’s Hockey: As history is celebrated, a new chapter begins
Cross Country: Wisconsin competes in annual home invitational with eyes on postseason action
Inclement weather struck the entire state of Wisconsin this past Friday, but could not quite damper the 14th annual Nuttycombe Invitational, hosted by the University of Wisconsin cross country program at the Thomas Zimmer Championship Cross Country Course. Throughout the gloomy morning, a total of 72 teams competed in two separate championship races. Between the men and the … [Read more...] about Cross Country: Wisconsin competes in annual home invitational with eyes on postseason action