This Week in Badger Athletics
October 02, 2006 | General News
The men's hockey team returns to the ice, the women's soccer team celebrates its 25th season and a number is retired this week in Badger athletics.
The 2006 NCAA national champion men's hockey team opens its title defense on the road against Northern Michigan Friday and Saturday at the Resch Center in Green Bay, Wis. Both games will begin at 7 p.m.
The program stands 10 wins shy of 1,000 for the modern era (since 1963). Head coach Mike Eaves returns All-American goaltender Brian Elliott and 2006-07 preseason All-American Kyle Klubertanz. Senior forward Andrew Joudrey serves as team captain, while defenseman Jeff Likens and senior forward Jake Dowell serve as assistant captains.
The UW women's soccer program will officially celebrate its 25th anniversary as a varsity sport this weekend in Madison. More than 100 former and current players and staff will come together for three days of festivities, highlighted by a reception at the Kohl Center Saturday night in a reunion put on by the National W Club.
The celebration begins at 7 p.m. Friday when the team plays host to Michigan at the McClimon Soccer Complex in a rematch of the 2005 Big Ten Tournament championship game. The Badgers stand 5-4-2 overall and 2-2 in the Big Ten. Head coach Dean Duerst needs one win to give him 150 for his career.
Wisconsin will officially recognize the retired number (80) of All-America end Dave Schreiner at halftime of this Saturday's football game between Wisconsin and Northwestern at Camp Randall Stadium. Schreiner played for the Badgers' famous 1942 team and later was killed during World War II.
The Badgers (4-1, 1-1 Big Ten) return home after a two-game road trip and will host the Wildcats (2-3, 0-1) for an 11 a.m. kickoff. The game pits the two youngest Division I-A coaches against each other in Wisconsin coach Bret Bielema (36) and Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald (31). NU won last year's meeting, 51-48, in Evanston, Ill.
UW quarterback John Stocco was named the Big Ten's Offensive Player of the Week for his role in a 52-17 victory over Indiana Saturday. Stocco completed 15-of-17 passes for 304 yards and three scores. His pass efficiency rating for the game was 296.7, a school-record.
The UW volleyball team will have its eight-match Big Ten winning streak tested this weekend on the road. The 14th-ranked Badgers travel to 13th-ranked Ohio State Friday and to second-ranked Penn State Saturday. Both matches will begin at 6 p.m.
Wisconsin and Penn State are two of three teams on top of the Big Ten standings at 4-0. Ohio State lost to Penn State (3-0) and nationally-ranked Purdue (3-1) and is tied for fifth in the conference standings at 2-2.
The first-place men's soccer team (6-3-2, 2-0-1) is unbeaten in three Big Ten games for the first time since 1996. The Badgers host Western Illinois Wednesday before continuing league play Sunday at Ohio State. Senior goalkeeper Jake Settles has posted three consecutive shutouts and has not allowed a goal in his last 346 minutes played.
Making their season debuts this weekend are the Wisconsin men's and women 's swimming and diving teams. The squads are hosting their only meet of this semester Friday against UW-Green Bay at the Natatorium. The women's team ended last season ranked No. 12 and is captained by Susan Johnson and Jackie Vavrek. The men 's team is captained by Tom Molzahn and Tommy Gregory.
Marketing Notes
For the Fans - Game Day Promotions
'Men's Soccer on Wednesday, October 04, 2006 at 6 PM vs. Western Illinois
Crocs Giveaway
-UW students arrive early as the first 100 students to show a valid UW ID will receive a free pair of Crocs shoes.
'Women's Hockey on Friday, October 6 at 7 PM vs. St. Cloud State
Schedule Magnet Giveaway
-All fans will receive a free 2006-07 Wisconsin women's hockey schedule magnet, while supplies last, courtesy of Charter Communications.
'Football on Saturday, October 7 at 11 AM vs. Northwestern
#80 Dave Schreiner Recognized
-Dave Schreiner's number 80, will be recognized during a halftime ceremony. The Lancaster, Wisconsin, native wore #80 from 1940 to 1942. Following the ceremony, his name and number will be unveiled on the west facade of Camp Randall Stadium's upper deck.
Badger Blast
-Make plans to attend the annual Badger Blast on October 7 in the UW Field House. Gates will open 2 hours prior to kick off of the Wisconsin vs. Northwestern game. Fans will have an opportunity to win a trip to the 2007 Wisconsin/UNLV Football Game. Enjoy entertainment provided by the UW Band, UW Spirit Squad, Rachelle and The Red Hot Rattlers and Christopher the Magician. Advance tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for Youth 12 and under. Admission includes tailgate fare and refreshments. Order by calling 608.262.7717 or online at nationalwclub.com. Proceeds benefit Wisconsin Athletics.
Trading Card Giveaway
-Fans will receive a limited edition set of player trading cards featuring John Stocco, Justin Ostrowski, Nick Hayden and Chris Pressley while supplies last. The trading cards are provided courtesy of Fuji Film and Suttle Straus.
Swimming and Diving Reunion
-Former members of the Wisconsin swimming and diving programs will return to campus. These former Badgers will be recognized during a timeout of the game.
Women's Soccer Athletic Reunion
-Former Wisconsin women's soccer student-athletes will return to campus to celebrate 25 years of Wisconsin women's soccer. These former Badgers will be recognized during an on-field introduction during the game.
'Women's Hockey on Saturday, October 7 at 7 PM vs. St. Cloud State
Schedule Magnet Giveaway
-All fans will receive a free 2006-07 Wisconsin women's hockey schedule magnet, while supplies last, courtesy of Charter Communications.
Ticket Offers
'Men's Soccer on Wednesday, October 04, 2006 at 6 PM vs. Western Illinois
UW Student Night
-All UW students who show a valid student ID will receive free admission. Just show your ID at the gate.
'Women's Hockey on Saturday, October 7 at 7 PM vs. St. Cloud State
Football Ticket Stub Offer
-Fans, use your ticket stub from the Wisconsin/Northwestern football game on October 7 for free admission to the women's hockey game.
'Women's Soccer on Sunday, October 8 at 1 PM vs. Michigan State
Football Ticket Stub Offer
-Fans, use your ticket stub from the Wisconsin/Northwestern football game on October 7 for free admission to the women's soccer game.
Ticket News
'Single game tickets for all 2006 home games for the defending NCAA champion men's hockey team are currently on sale. Tickets can be purchased online at uwbadgers.com, over the phone at 262-1440 or 1-800-GO-BADGERS, or in person at the Wisconsin Athletic Ticket Office in Kellner Hall at Camp Randall Stadium. Single game tickets for home games in 2007, which include series versus Minnesota, Minnesota State, Alaska Anchorage and St. Cloud State, do not go on-sale until Monday, November 13.
'Wisconsin men's hockey season tickets are currently on sale. Enjoy all the action from the first face-off to the final horn. Ticket packages are priced at $198 (Face-Off Package) and $216 (Slap-Shot Package). Order today at uwbadgers.com.
'Five-game ticket packages are currently on-sale for Wisconsin men's hockey. Choose from either the 'Friday Five Pack' (two pre-set plans priced at $110 per seat) or the 'Fan's Choice Package' (select any game on the schedule for only $72 per seat). Order today at uwbadgers.com.
'Wisconsin Women's Basketball season tickets are currently on sale now. New for 2006-07 is the 'Family Season Ticket.' For only $99, fans will receive 4 general admission tickets to all 18 home games. That is a savings of nearly 70% off single game ticket prices. Order your 'Family Season Ticket' package today by visiting uwbadgers.com.
'Celebrate your birthday with Bucky! Birthday Ticket Packages are currently available for volleyball, women's hockey and women's basketball. These terrific packages include everything, but the birthday guests. Packages start $75 and include 12 tickets, 12 hot dogs and sodas, gift for the birthday child and more! For further information call 608-265-2100 or visit uwbadgers.com.
'Back by popular demand is the Wisconsin Volleyball Famous Footwear Family Four Pack. This offer includes four tickets, four hot dogs, four sodas and a $5 Famous Footwear gift card. Family Four Packs are $24 (additional tickets $6). Order in advance on uwbadgers.com.
Mark Your Calendar
Kids Day at the Kohl on October 27 from 11am to 2pm at the Kohl Center
Kids Day at the Kohl offers loads of fun, from interactive sports exhibits, Photos with Bucky Badger, locker room tours, autographs, try on Badger uniforms and much more. Immediately after the activities for Kids Day at the Kohl wrap up, the action will hit the ice when the Wisconsin women's hockey team takes on North Dakota at 2 p.m. Admission is free to all the day's activities. Kids Day at the Kohl is presented by Alliant Energy and Physician's Plus Insurance Corporation.
The full schedule of upcoming events is listed below:
