Kedrick Stumbris

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Kedrick Stumbris

The head coach of the Wisconsin women's hockey team might soon be honored for one of his most recognizable career achievements. After winning an Olympic gold medal 45 years ago, Mark Johnson could be honored with a Congressional Gold Medal. Johnson won gold with Team USA at the 1980 Olympics in Lake Placid, New York. The Olympic championship, won at the height of the Cold War, is remembered for the Americans' unlikely defeat of the four-time reigning champion Soviet Union in the medal round.

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Kedrick Stumbris

Madison, WI - After missing out on a bowl game for the first time in 23 years, Wisconsin football reached its lowest point on the field in a generation. With what was the nation's third-longest postseason streak snapped, the Badgers do not have much to hang their hat on. One of the things the UW proudly boasted at the 2025 NFL Draft was its ability to produce players for the National Football League.

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Kedrick Stumbris

Madison, WI - The third Wisconsin basketball player to enter the transfer portal this spring has found a new home. After announcing his decision to seek opportunities elsewhere after three seasons with the Wisconsin Badgers, a veteran forward has landed with a program Wisconsin fans are a bit familiar with. UW head coach Greg Gard's portal losses have not been without his gains.

1 month ago | athlonsports.com | Kedrick Stumbris

One team was left celebrating after capping a fantastic NCAA Tournament with an incredible national championship game. While the Florida Gators still have time to enjoy their historic season, 360+ other teams are looking ahead. Teams like the Wisconsin Badgers have added several players from the transfer portal. Other teams in the Big Ten have yet to make additions, but they still have plenty of time. We are still seven months out from the 2025-26 college basketball season tipping off.

1 month ago | athlonsports.com | Kedrick Stumbris

Madison, WI - Head coach Luke Fickell grew the Wisconsin football 2026 recruiting class on Sunday evening. Apparently, a prospect liked what he saw during a recent visit to Madison. Coming off a disappointing 5-7 campaign, the first losing season for the Wisconsin Badgers since 2001, Fickell is in the midst of a complete program rebuild. Offensive coordinator Phil Longo is out, and Jeff Grimes is in. Every scholarship quarterback on last year's roster? Gone.