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Volleyball: Poor turnout at UW fieldhouse watches tough Wisconsin loss

By Andrew Tucker | Oct. 27, 2013

As the fans filed into the UW Fieldhouse Sunday for the No. 16 Badgers’ (6-4 Big Ten, 17-5 overall) matchup with the Illinois Fighting Illini (5-5, 9-11), there was considerably more orange than red. On a weekend where Halloween took center-stage, this difference in fan support seemed to be a bad omen, as the Illini knocked out the Badgers 3-1.

SPORTS

Women's Soccer:

By Chris Bates and Louisa Lincoln | Oct. 27, 2013

In a disappointing finish in Bloomington, Ind., the Wisconsin women’s soccer team (4-5-1 Big Ten, 9-6-2 overall) was shutout 1-0 by conference foe Indiana (6-4-0, 13-4-1) in the Badgers’ final road match of the regular season Sunday.

SPORTS

Men's Soccer: UW wins Streakfest to extend home winning streak against Michigan State

By Michelle Diament and Jason Braverman | Oct. 27, 2013

Extending the nation’s longest home unbeaten streak, the University of Wisconsin men’s soccer team (2-2-0 Big Ten, 10-3-2 overall) defeated the No. 17 Michigan State Spartans (1-2-1, 8-3-3) 1-0 Sunday afternoon.

COLUMNS

Column: Why Miami can't string together the three-peat

By Blake Duffin | Oct. 27, 2013

A recent survey conducted by NBA.com revealed that most general managers believe that the Miami Heat will again win the national championship. Though I am tempted to conform to the majority, I don’t believe the Heat will pull off a three-peat.

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Women's Hockey: Badgers complete dominant sweep of Lindenwood

By Philip Spiler | Oct. 27, 2013

The Wisconsin women’s hockey team (4-2-0 WCHA, 6-2-0 overall) completed their second weekend sweep in a row as they defeated Lindenwood (0-0-0 CHA, 0-9-1) 4-1 Saturday afternoon at LaBahn Arena.

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Women's Hockey: Five different players score as UW cruises over Lindenwood

By Zach Rastall | Oct. 26, 2013

The No. 2 Wisconsin Badgers were able to put together a very balanced offensive performance together on Friday night on their way to a 5-1 victory over Lindenwood at LaBahn Arena.

FOOTBALL

Football: Keeping a Wisconsin tradition alive

By Whitney Newman and Cameron Kalmon | Oct. 25, 2013

Some things in life are certain. Death, taxes and the Badgers having a strong run game are the three that instantly come to mind.

SPORTS

Women's Soccer: Overtime goal downs Badgers

By Louisa Lincoln and Chris Bates | Oct. 25, 2013

The Wisconsin women’s soccer team (4-4-1 Big Ten, 9-5-2 overall) fell on a cold Thursday night in a double overtime loss to Minnesota (3-4-2, 10-5-2) 1-0 at the McClimon Soccer Complex.

SPORTS

Men's Soccer: Spartans look to add second win of season against Badgers

By Jonah Beleckis | Oct. 25, 2013

Close games have been a recurring theme for Big Ten soccer.

HOCKEY

Women's Hockey: Strong start continues for Badgers at home

By Zach Rastall | Oct. 25, 2013

The No. 2 Wisconsin Badgers (4-2-0 WCHA, 4-2-0 overall) will host the Lindenwood Lady Lions (0-0-0 CHA, 0-7-1 overall) in what will be the Badgers’ first non-conference series of the season.

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Volleyball: Historic home stand comes to a close against Illini

By Andrew Tucker | Oct. 25, 2013

During the Wisconsin volleyball team’s recent home stand the Badgers beat two top-10 teams in a row for the first time in program history, knocking down then-No. 5 Michigan State Sunday and No. 7 Minnesota Wednesday. While their match against Illinois (4-5 Big Ten, 8-11 overall) won’t feature another top foe, the Badgers still look to play at a high level.

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Men's Soccer: Missed chances leave Wisconsin and UW-Milwaukee with 1-1 tie

By Jason Braverman and Liz Puibello | Oct. 24, 2013

Facing their in-state rivals, the University of Wisconsin men’s soccer team (1-2-0 Big Ten, 9-3-2 overall) tied the Milwaukee Panthers (3-2-0 Horizon League, 10-2-2) 1-1 (2OT).

IN-DEPTH

UW Hodags: the 'ultimate' club sport

By Casey Nelson | Oct. 24, 2013

The University of Wisconsin-Madison has long been defined by its superior athletic teams, but one of its best up-and-coming sports may be one few people are even aware exists. With its fast-paced gameplay and players’ intense commitment, ultimate is a UW-Madison sport on the rise.

FOOTBALL

Ass Waxing: Herald Tooshie, meet Cardinal foot

By Jizaar Moer | Oct. 24, 2013

Saturday marks the dawning of the new era. Although the game remains the same, The Daily Cardinal will face its newly devamped opponent for a bloodbath on the fields of Vilas Park.

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Men's Cross Country: Badgers finish fourth in 2013 Wisconsin adidas Invitational

By Jim Dayton | Oct. 24, 2013

The Wisconsin men’s cross country team took fourth place at the 2013 Wisconsin adidas Invitational last Saturday against a tough field that included 19 of the top 30 programs in the nation.

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Volleyball: UW buries Gophers

By Alana Katz and Livi Pitzo | Oct. 24, 2013

For the first time since 2007, the Wisconsin volleyball team took down No. 7 Minnesota 18-25, 25-21, 25-20 and 25-20 last night at the UW Fieldhouse. The Badgers (6-3 Big Ten, 17-4 overall) have surpassed their conference win total from 2012.

COLUMNS

Column: Breaking down the BCS Standings

By Grey Satterfield | Oct. 22, 2013

The BCS standings were released Sunday with the same fanfare and controversy we’ve come to expect. Complete turmoil and upheaval have rocked the standings for the past two weeks.

FOOTBALL

Football: Keeping the ball rolling during bye week

By Holly Noe and Cameron Kalmon | Oct. 22, 2013

Bye weeks are typically a good chance to improve a team’s quirks or setbacks midseason. It is also a chance for a team to get some extra time to prepare for upcoming opponents. As far as improvements go, the Badgers’ offense might just need to watch last week’s game film and repeat.

FOOTBALL

Football: Kicker Kyle French decides to forego senior year as a Badger

By Brett Bachman | Oct. 22, 2013

Last Thursday redshirt junior kicker Kyle French announced via Facebook that he will retire from football after this season, ending his career as a Badger a year short. The full post reads:

SPORTS

Press Conference: Wisconsin teams keep on winning

By Jack Baer | Oct. 21, 2013

Women’s Hockey