Slideshow From track to pool to ice: UW celebrates national championships
There was no shortage of national titles to celebrate Monday night at the Kohl Center as fans gathered to pay tribute to the women’s hockey team, fresh from their fifth championship, as well as champion swimmer Beata Nelson and runners Alicia Monson and Morgan McDonald.
Players watch a video recapping their championship season before taking the stage. Photo by: Bryce Richter
"It's been a joy to watch you this year," Chancellor Rebecca Blank told the team, adding that even though she's a Minnesota alumna, she reveled in the Badgers' victory. Photo by: Bryce Richter
Forward Emily Clark greets the crowd. Photo by: Bryce Richter
Athletic Director Barry Alvarez praised the athletes for their achievements on the ice as well as the countless hours of practice they put in out of the spotlight. Photo by: Bryce Richter
Forward Annie Pankowski carried the trophy out to the cheers of the crowd. Photo by: Bryce Richter
This marks the fifth national title for the team under head coach Mark Johnson. Photo by: Bryce Richter
Young fans had a chance to celebrate up close with the players. Photo by: Bryce Richter
Swimmer Beata Nelson talks with reporters about her three national championship titles in the 200-yard individual medley, 100-yard backstroke and 200-yard backstroke – the most prolific performance in UW program history. Photo by: Bryce Richter
Alicia Monson, left, speaks with announcer Reid Magnum about her win in the 5K at the NCAA indoor championships. Photo by: Bryce Richter
Morgan McDonald claimed two track and field titles of his own, in the 3000 and 5000 meters. Photo by: Bryce Richter
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