The University of Wisconsin men’s track team has a new mile record holder. Adam Spencer, born in Melbourne, Australia, usurped Ollie Hoare’s former record with an official time of 3:52.70 at the Millrose Games on Feb. 11. Spencer was actually hoping to run an even faster time, as low as 3:50. “I went out pretty well,” Spencer said. “The first 800 [meters] was 1:55 or 1:56, so I … [Read more...] about Men’s Track and Field: Versatility, prowess highlight Adam Spencer’s storied career as UW runner
Serah Williams: A rising force in Wisconsin Basketball
In Wisconsin’s thrilling and gritty 69-64 comeback win over Penn State Feb. 11, University of Wisconsin women’s basketball star Serah Williams shone the brightest. After trailing by 14 at the half, the team rallied around her 23 second-half points to get the win with Williams saying, “[the team] just felt really proud of ourselves, you could literally feel that in the air.” … [Read more...] about Serah Williams: A rising force in Wisconsin Basketball
Men’s Basketball: Wisconsin fails to overcome early deficit, loses 74-70 at Indiana
The old adage “every possession matters” mostly rings true in Big Ten conference play, where the team who can control the offensive glass or win the turnover margin often finds themselves in winning positions. But by those parameters, Tuesday’s contest was an anomaly. The University of Wisconsin men’s basketball team hoisted a staggering 22 more shots, outpaced Indiana … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball: Wisconsin fails to overcome early deficit, loses 74-70 at Indiana
Men’s Hockey: Badgers sweep Penn State, set up series for Big Ten next weekend
Similar to last week, the University of Wisconsin men’s hockey team’s task was simple. Win, and give yourselves a chance to win the Big Ten title at home next weekend. Unlike last week, they got it done this time. The Badgers (24-8-2, 15-6-1 Big Ten) swept Penn State (13-16-3, 5-14-3 Big Ten) on the road in University Park last weekend, earning five of the possible six points … [Read more...] about Men’s Hockey: Badgers sweep Penn State, set up series for Big Ten next weekend
Women’s Hockey: Wisconsin battles back from down two goals, splits series with top ranked Ohio State
The No. 2 ranked University of Wisconsin women’s hockey team and No. 1 Ohio State University were on a collision course heading into the final weekend of the regular season. Both teams carried an impressive 15-game winning streaks into the weekend. The Buckeyes had previously swept UW in Columbus. While the series would have no meaning on the WCHA standings — and was unlikely … [Read more...] about Women’s Hockey: Wisconsin battles back from down two goals, splits series with top ranked Ohio State