UW Athletic Hall of Fame
Thornton Kipper
- Induction:
- 2009
- 1950 25 strikeouts in six games and pitched four complete games in the Big Ten
- 1950 All-American
- 1950 All-Big Ten
- 1950 Became the first pitcher to win two games in the NCAA National Meet when he earned wins over the Colorado Aggies, 7-3 and Alabama, 3-1, with a three-hitter
- 1950 Best record in Big Ten going 5-0
- 11-1 Pitching record leading the Badgers to Big Ten Co-Title and NCAA Tournament
- Finished collegiate career with 11 straight victories, including four tournament wins; two in the District 4 Playoffs and two in the College World Series
- Led UW into fourth place in the NCAA National Meet
- Played three years for the Philadelphia Phillies
Luke Fickell Media Availability - March 19
Friday, March 20
Media Availability || NCAA Round 1
Wednesday, March 18
Media Availability || Selection Show
Sunday, March 15
Postgame Media Conference || Michigan
Saturday, March 14
