Can Badgers Head Coach Bo Ryan draw tourists to Wisconsin?
MADISON (AP) — The state Department of Tourism is going to be filming a commercial with University of Wisconsin basketball coach Bo Ryan.It will be directed by David and Jerry Zucker and Jim Abrahams.
"Once you're a Badger, you're always a Badger:" Alums celebrate UW-Madison Day at the State Fair!
WEST ALLIS/MADISON (WITI) -- Madison is less than two hours away from Milwaukee, but for some, the city seems a world away!
Pats address O-line, running game in 4th round
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots drafted 6-foot-4, 300-pound Florida State center Bryan Stork with their first pick (105th overall) in the fourth round of the NFL draft Saturday.Stork was the winner of the 2013 Rimington Award as the nation's top center.The Pats tabbed Wisconsin running back James White (5-9, 204) with their second fourth-round pick (130th overall).
Falcons pick FS Southward in 3rd round
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have selected Wisconsin safety Dez Southward in the third round of the NFL draft.Southward, a full-time starter in 2012-13, was medically excluded from participating in the NFL combine two months ago because of wrist and spine injuries.The fourth pick of the third round Friday, and 68th overall, Southward joins offensive tackle Jake Matthews, the No. 6 overall selection, and second-rounder Ra'Shede Hageman, a defensive end from Minnesota in Atlanta's draft class.The Falcons are revamping the free safety position after five-year starter Thomas DeCoud was released in March.Dwight Lowery, signed last month as a free agent, and Kemal Ishmael, a seventh-round draft pick last year, are the other free safeties listed on Atlanta's roster.___AP NFL websites: www.pro32.ap.org and www.twitter.com/AP_NFLCopyright 2014 The Associated Press.
49ers add linebacker depth, draft Borland
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers addressed a need at the linebacker spot by selecting Wisconsin's Chris Borland in the third round of the NFL draft Friday night at No. 77.General manager Trent Baalke is protecting himself at the position given All-Pro NaVorro Bowman is recovering from a serious left knee injury sustained in the NFC championship game at Seattle.
His dreams may soon come true! Jared Abbrederis looking forward to NFL Draft
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The parents of former Wisconsin Badgers receiver Jared Abbrederis have never been with him on the field, but they've been by his side every step of the way -- and they'll be there as their son takes the biggest step of his football life."This has been a dream of mine every since I've been a little kid," Jared Abbrederis said.Former Wisconsin Badgers star Jared Abbrederis is on the cusp of having his dream come true.The NFL Draft kicks off on Thursday, May 8th, and the receiver stands a solid chance of being selected anywhere from the third to the sixth round."Having him be as successful as his is, you know, just lights up the whole town," Dave Woyak said.Woyak was Abbrederis' position coach in high school.
APPROVED: One-year extension for Badgers' Bo Ryan
MADISON (AP) — A Wisconsin athletic board has approved a one-year extension for Bo Ryan that stretches his five-year deal with the Badgers through 2019.Ryan guided Wisconsin to its first Final Four appearance since 2000, losing 74-73 to Kentucky in the semifinal.
Wisconsin men's basketball team to be honored at Miller Park
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The University of Wisconsin men’s basketball team will be honored on the field prior to the Milwaukee Brewers vs.
Badgers football coach Gary Andersen says ultimate goal is to change kids' lives
MADISON (WITI) -- Gary Andersen made a strong first impression as Wisconsin Badgers' head football coach after Bret Bielema spurned the program for Arkansas -- a 9-2 start before ending the season with losses to Penn State and South Carolina -- the latter in the Capitol One Bowl.So what impressed 50-year-old Andersen the most about his first season?"The importance that's placed on our kids being, you know, again, I would say student-athletes -- but the way they're involved in the community is a unique fit -- and it's not like that everywhere.
Badgers celebrate Final Four: "Something we will remember the rest of our lives"
MADISON (WITI) -- With the help of Bucky Badger and the UW Band, Wisconsin fans applauded the end of an exceptional Badgers season on Thursday, April 17 at a rally in Madison.The event marks the end of the basketball season, and could be the last time we see the Final Four team together.Looking back on all they have accomplished, the Final Four team sat on the stage to relive and reflect on some of the season's best moments."Coming back to Madison and getting hounded a little bit walking down the streets, it was crazy.
SOLD OUT: Badgers host post-season party at Kohl Center
MADISON (WITI) -- A celebration has been planned in honor of the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team following their appearance in the NCAA Tournament's Final Four.The sold-out celebration is planned for Thursday, April 17th at the Kohl Center in Madison.The doors open at 5:00 p.m., and attendees will be offered a tailgate-style appetizer buffet and a cash bar.At 6:00 p.m., Badgers players will be available for an autograph session.At 6:30 p.m., the program begins.On hand for the event will be Badgers Head Coach Bo Ryan, Bucky Badger, the UW Spirit Squad, the UW Marching Band and Special Guest Host Shon Morris of the Big Ten Network.FOX6 News will be at the party -- and provide updates later in the day.
Badgers Final Four team to appear at Bucks Fan Appreciation Night
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Bucks fans are always first and foremost in the organization’s mind, and the team is pulling out all the stops to give them a finale worthy of their support at Bucks Fan Appreciation Night, presented by Frontier Airlines, when the Atlanta Hawks visit the BMO Harris Bradley Center Wednesday, April 16th at 7 p.m.A unique and special highlight of the evening will include an appearance by members of the University of Wisconsin men’s basketball team.
Badgers Spring into action
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The offense that Wisconsin trotted out for Saturday's spring game will likely bear little resemblance to the unit that coach Gary Andersen will use this fall.Injuries deprived the Badgers of manpower at receiver and center this spring.
Bronson Koenig has big shoes to fill as he replaces Badgers' Ben Brust
MADISON (WITI) -- Believe it or not, one college basketball bracketologist has the Wisconsin Badgers as the number one seed in the Midwest for next year's NCAA Tournament!
PICTURES: A look back at the Badgers Final Four run in Texas
MADISON (WITI) -- Instead of appearing in the NCAA Tournament's national championship game, the Wisconsin Badgers basketball season concluded on Saturday evening, April 5th with a loss to Kentucky.
Badgers players, Bo Ryan reflect on loss in NCAA Final Four game
ARLINGTON, TEXAS (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Badgers were one shot away from playing for Wisconsin's first national championship in 73 years.
Wisconsin Badgers' loss takes life out of Milwaukee party
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Badgers' loss to the Kentucky Wildcats in the Final Four game Saturday took the life right out of fan parties in Milwaukee.
Disappointed Badgers fans spill onto State St. in Madison
MADISON (WITI) -- Wisconsin Badgers fans poured on to Madison's State St.
Badgers fall to Kentucky Wildcats in Final Four game, 74-73
ARLINGTON, TEXAS (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Badgers fell to the Kentucky Wildcats in the NCAA Tournament's Final Four game on Saturday night, April 5th.Wisconsin did almost everything it needed to do Saturday night to beat Kentucky except for hitting one crucial free throw.Ben Brust and Sam Dekker each scored 15 points, but Traevon Jackson missed a foul shot with 16 seconds left and the Badgers were left stunned after Aaron Harrison's 3 from the wing with 5.7 seconds to play gave the Wildcats a 74-73.Jackson missed a jumper at the buzzer and the Badgers fell short in their quest for the school's first national title since 1941.Wisconsin lost out in another test of basketball tempos.
Madison police keep a close eye on State Street celebrations
MADISON (WITI) -- Madison was a mad house on Saturday, April 5th, as the Wisconsin Badgers took on the Kentucky Wildcats in the NCAA Tournament's Final Four game in Texas!