Tag UW Athletics

Ten students named as Big Ten Network interns

September 13, 2007

Ten University of Wisconsin–Madison students have been named to the Big Ten Network On-Campus Internship Program, which will provide them challenging, real-world experiences with the new television network.

UW Badgers, farmers enjoy benefits of whey sports drink

September 6, 2007

When the University of Wisconsin football Badgers take the field this fall, they will have a secret weapon behind them: Wisconsin's dairy cows.

Bucky rolls out the Red Carpet for a new Badger football season

August 30, 2007

Rolling Out the Red Carpet, the University of Wisconsin–Madison campaign to encourage a more fan-friendly atmosphere at Camp Randall Stadium, is ready to roll for a fourth straight season.

Big Ten Network to officially launch Aug. 30

July 2, 2007

The new Big Ten Network officially launches in prime time at 7 p.m. Central Time on Thursday, Aug. 30, with the evening also marking the inaugural telecast of Big Ten Tonight, the network's signature studio-based news, information and highlight show.

Forum to explore sports, race, gender

June 15, 2007

In the wake of the Don Imus-Rutgers women's basketball controversy, this year's University Summer Forum will explore the culture of sport and its wide-ranging effects on society through race, gender and corporate sponsorship.

Solinsky wins second consecutive outdoor NCAA 5K title

June 11, 2007

Senior Chris Solinsky (Stevens Point, Wis.) earned his second consecutive NCAA Outdoor Title in the 5,000 meters Friday night at the 2007 NCAA Outdoor Championships in Sacramento, Calif. Solinsky finished the race in 13:35.12, four seconds in front of the next competitor.

Regents approve new compensation package for Ryan

April 13, 2007

The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents on Friday approved an amended contract with Badger men's basketball coach Bo Ryan that increases his next year's salary by $250,000, which provides him a $1.25 million compensation package.

Register now for Crazylegs

April 10, 2007

Badger head football coach Bret Bielema will be the grand marshal for the 26th Annual Crazylegs Classic coming up on Saturday, April 28. The event includes an 8K run, a two-mile walk and a wheelchair competition. Cindy Alvarez, wife of athletic director Barry Alvarez, will lead the walk.

Welcome the National Champion Men’s Track and Field Team

March 13, 2007

The UW–Madison Athletic Department invites all fans to celebrate with Wisconsin's 2007 Men's Indoor Track and Field Championship team in a free event this Tuesday, March 13. Join UW Chancellor John Wiley and UW Director of Athletics Barry Alvarez along with the team and coaching staff for a program beginning at 5:45 p.m.

Men’s track wins seventh straight Big Ten title

February 26, 2007

It was a record-breaking day for the second-ranked Wisconsin men’s track and field team. The Badgers won their seventh straight Big Ten Conference indoor championship with 120 points, tying a league record for consecutive indoor titles. Wisconsin tied a mark held by Michigan from 1934-40.

Men’s basketball ranked top in the country

February 19, 2007

The Wisconsin men’s basketball team (26-2, 12-1 Big Ten) earned its first-ever No. 1 ranking in the Associated Press Poll released Monday. The Badgers lead the nation in both wins and winning percentage. Ohio State remains No. 2 followed by Florida and UCLA.