Madison police: No major issues on State Street Saturday night, hoping for another party Monday!
MADISON (WITI) -- Wisconsin Badgers fans celebrated on State Street in Madison Saturday night, April 4th -- after the team's victory over previously undefeated Kentucky.
Show your support for the Wisconsin Badgers by declaring, "I'm backing Bucky!"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- We invite you to show your support for the Wisconsin Badgers as they head to the Final Four.
"As long as the Badgers are winning" Milwaukee bars prepare for a big Bucky crowd
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You usually see a packed street near Old World Third Street on a Saturday night, but tomorrow bars are expecting a flood of fans.
Madison streets expected to be "a sea of red" during Saturday's big Badger game
MADISON (WITI) -- If you can't make it to Indianapolis for this weekend's game, Madison is the place to be to watch the Wisconsin Badgers take on the Kentucky Wildcats.State Street in Madison is expected to be a mad house come Saturday afternoon.
Wisconsin, Kentucky governors make friendly wager: Cheese, sausage & root beer vs. bourbon
MADISON (WITI) -- Governors Scott Walker and Steve Beshear offered up a friendly wager on Friday, April 3rd in anticipation of the NCAA Final Four men’s basketball game on Saturday.Governor Walker bet an assortment of Wisconsin cheese and sausage, and root beer, that the Wisconsin Badgers will win, while Governor Beshear wagered Kentucky bourbon for a University of Kentucky Wildcats victory.In a news release, Gov.
First in Wisconsin Badgers history: Frank Kaminsky earns "Player of the Year" honors
INDIANAPOLIS (WITI) -- Wisconsin Badgers forward Frank Kaminsky was awarded the Oscar Robertson Trophy for USBWA National Player of the Year in Indianapolis Friday morning, April 3rd.
For a good cause: 5,000 Final Four commemorative Badgers basketballs to benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation
INDIANAPOLIS (WITI) -- 5,000 Final Four commemorative Wisconsin Badgers officially licensed basketballs produced by Wilson will be released in an effort to raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wisconsin.These basketballs are a salute to the winningest team in University of Wisconsin history as they go for their second national title in Indianapolis this weekend.
"We'll see how it plays out!" Coach Ryan, Coach Calipari talk ahead of big Final Four matchup
INDIANAPOLIS (WITI) -- We're now two days away from the Wisconsin Badgers big Final Four matchup in Indianapolis!
Sam Dekker's dad talks son's accomplishments, "From day one, we had basketballs in the crib"
SHEYBOYGAN (WITI) -- There's a lot of local excitement for this weekend's basketball game, that's in part because some of the Badgers are from southeast Wisconsin, including Sam Dekker, who hails from Sheboygan.Sam Dekker, or 'Slam Dekker' as he's sometimes called, especially after his game-winning shot against North Carolina.This Saturday, April 4th, his dad says he's out for those Kentucky Wildcats.Sheboygan Lutheran High School is where it all started, it is where Sam Dekker made a name for himself.Todd Dekker is Sam's coach and father."What an opportunity not too many Dads can do that," said Todd Dekker, Sam Dekker's father and high school coach.Todd coached Sam four years on this court, but his son's love for basketball started long before."From day one, we had basketballs in the crib and from when they could walk he was in they gym," said Todd Dekker.While in high school, Sam was named Gatorade Player of the Year, All-American and all-State, and given the Mr.
Headed to Indy to watch the Badgers play in the Final Four? Make a travel game plan!
INDIANAPOLIS (WITI) -- Wisconsin Badgers basketball is all the buzz as Wisconsin prepares to hit the hardwood Saturday evening, April 4th in Indianapolis.
Dunks or divine inspiration? Catholics who are Badgers fans face conundrum
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Most fans of the Wisconsin Badgers will be watching the Final Four matchup with the Kentucky Wildcats on TV -- whether at home or at some restaurant or bar.
"I just love the Badgers!" Bucky's fans flood Kohl Center to send team off to Final Four in Indianapolis
MADISON (WITI) -- Fans, players and Coach Bo Ryan are pumped up!
We want to hear from you: What is your favorite Wisconsin Badgers basketball memory?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- We know fans of the Wisconsin Badgers love their team -- and they enjoy having a great time while watching the games.
Badgers a close-knit team: They have a lot of fun, but they'll be serious come tip-off Saturday evening
MADISON/INDIANAPOLIS (WITI) -- We're four days away from the Wisconsin Badgers big matchup with the Kentucky Wildcats in the NCAA Tournament's Final Four -- and just one day away from the Badgers send-off pep rally at the Kohl Center in Madison.
Badgers' success leads to big money, which "powers and sustains the program"
MADISON/INDIANAPOLIS (WITI) -- We're four days away from the Wisconsin Badgers big matchup with the Kentucky Wildcats in the NCAA Tournament's Final Four -- and just one day away from the Badgers send-off pep rally at the Kohl Center in Madison.
"The enthusiasm ratchets up:" Badgers in the Final Four means big business as fans flock for gear
BROOKFIELD/MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For the first time in school history, the University of Wisconsin Badgers have made it to the Final Four!
Pep rally! Get in on the excitement, send the Wisconsin Badgers off to the Final Four
MADISON (WITI) -- The University of Wisconsin men's basketball team hits the road for the Final Four on Wednesday, April 1st -- and the team wants you to be a part of the excitement!Fans are invited to join the team for a FREE pep rally/send off at the Kohl Center on Wednesday.
"Let's go Badgers!" As Bucky makes second trip to Final Four, fans are looking to do the same!
INDIANAPOLIS (WITI) -- For the first time in school history, the Wisconsin Badgers are back in the Final Four -- for the second straight year!
“We are ready to help fans:" For Badgers fans headed to Indy, some tips from AAA
INDIANAPOLIS (WITI) -- As the Badgers prepare for a return trip to the NCAA Final Four this weekend, AAA Wisconsin has some advice for fans that plan to travel with them to Indianapolis.“AAA Wisconsin is a proud supporter and sponsor of UW Athletics, and we wish the Badgers the very best of luck in the Final Four,” said Vicki Hanson, Regional President of AAA Wisconsin. “We are ready to help fans who will be traveling to cheer on the Badgers in person prepare for a safe and enjoyable trip.”The drive from Madison to Indianapolis is approximately 330 miles along the most direct route, which is Interstate 90 to 294 in Illinois, then Interstate 94 to 65 in Indiana.
"For the fresh stuff!" Eager Badgers fans fill University Bookstore for freshly-printed merchandise
MADISON (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Badgers are in the Final Four for the second consecutive year!