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Two Madison College players earned spots on United Soccer Coaches Junior College Division II honor teams.
Sophomore defender JJ Espinosa (Beaver Dam) was named to the men's All-American team after helping the Wolfpack advance to the NJCAA Division II national championships for the first time.
Sophomore defender JJ Espinosa (Beaver Dam) was named to the men's All-American team after helping the Wolfpack advance to the NJCAA Division II national championships for the first time.
December 8, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Two Madison College players earned spots on United Soccer Coaches Junior College Division II honor teams.
Sophomore defender JJ Espinosa (Beaver Dam) was named to the men's All-American team after helping the Wolfpack advance to the NJCAA Division II national championships for the first time.
Sophomore defender JJ Espinosa (Beaver Dam) was named to the men's All-American team after helping the Wolfpack advance to the NJCAA Division II national championships for the first time.
Twenty-nine Wisconsin players were named to the 2025 United Soccer Coaches Fall High School Boys All-Great Lakes Region team.
December 8, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Twenty-nine Wisconsin players were named to the 2025 United Soccer Coaches Fall High School Boys All-Great Lakes Region team.
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Weren't able to brave the frigid night to get to yesterday's Town Hall? 🥶 Catch all the action on our YouTube channel! (Watch til the end for the fist fight. Just kidding. Or am I?)
📺 youtube.com/watch?v=eWUExeMhHNY&feature=youtu.be
📺 youtube.com/watch?v=eWUExeMhHNY&feature=youtu.be
December 4, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Weren't able to brave the frigid night to get to yesterday's Town Hall? 🥶 Catch all the action on our YouTube channel! (Watch til the end for the fist fight. Just kidding. Or am I?)
📺 youtube.com/watch?v=eWUExeMhHNY&feature=youtu.be
📺 youtube.com/watch?v=eWUExeMhHNY&feature=youtu.be
An update on the Milwaukee team set to join the USL Championship from Conor Caloia during a Forward Madison FC Town Hall on Wednesday night. (Caloia is the Chief Operating Officer of both FMFC and Milwaukee Pro Soccer)
“We’re full speed ahead” in Milwaukee. Taken longer than expected but there has been significant progress in the last 90 days, Caloia said.
December 4, 2025 at 9:24 PM
An update on the Milwaukee team set to join the USL Championship from Conor Caloia during a Forward Madison FC Town Hall on Wednesday night. (Caloia is the Chief Operating Officer of both FMFC and Milwaukee Pro Soccer)
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Absolutely delighted to announce that we're now at over 850 season tickets sold for the inaugural USL W Madison season! 🤩 We're blown away by this support and can't wait to introduce you all to our brand on December 12th at The Sylvee!
🎟️Get your FREE brand launch event tickets here: bit.ly/3XBcaTe
🎟️Get your FREE brand launch event tickets here: bit.ly/3XBcaTe
December 4, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Absolutely delighted to announce that we're now at over 850 season tickets sold for the inaugural USL W Madison season! 🤩 We're blown away by this support and can't wait to introduce you all to our brand on December 12th at The Sylvee!
🎟️Get your FREE brand launch event tickets here: bit.ly/3XBcaTe
🎟️Get your FREE brand launch event tickets here: bit.ly/3XBcaTe
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Back to where it all started. Former Badger, Mark Segbers, makes his return to Madison signing with Forward Madison FC for 2026. 💪 Welcome back, Mark.
📰 Read up on Segbers' impressive career here: www.forwardmadisonfc.com/news/2025/12...
📰 Read up on Segbers' impressive career here: www.forwardmadisonfc.com/news/2025/12...
December 4, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Back to where it all started. Former Badger, Mark Segbers, makes his return to Madison signing with Forward Madison FC for 2026. 💪 Welcome back, Mark.
📰 Read up on Segbers' impressive career here: www.forwardmadisonfc.com/news/2025/12...
📰 Read up on Segbers' impressive career here: www.forwardmadisonfc.com/news/2025/12...
Maclane Hoelker (Oregon/FC Wisconsin Nationals) commits to NCAA Division III UW-Whitewater for 2026.
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Men's recruiting updates: Class of 2026
Here's an update on the 2026 recruiting classes for Wisconsin's men's soccer programs and state players who have committed to play college soccer.
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December 2, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Maclane Hoelker (Oregon/FC Wisconsin Nationals) commits to NCAA Division III UW-Whitewater for 2026.
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Gebhard is the club's career leader in goals (29), assists (12) and appearances (152) over his first five seasons with the Flamingos. Scored 11 goals, was a USL League One second-team selection and often wore the captain's armband in 2025.
He's back. Derek Gebhard returns for his sixth season with Forward Madison FC! Welcome back, Mr. Madison. 🫡
📰 www.forwardmadisonfc.com/news/2025/12...
📰 www.forwardmadisonfc.com/news/2025/12...
December 2, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Gebhard is the club's career leader in goals (29), assists (12) and appearances (152) over his first five seasons with the Flamingos. Scored 11 goals, was a USL League One second-team selection and often wore the captain's armband in 2025.
Esmir Bajraktarević's goal for Bosnia and Herzegovina against Romania was voted by fans as the best goal of the European qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Esmir Bajraktarević tops fan vote for goal of the European Qualifiers | European Qualifiers
The Bosnia and Herzegovina midfielder's stunning strike against Romania saw off competition from the likes of Scott McTominay and Kylian Mbappé.
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December 1, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Esmir Bajraktarević's goal for Bosnia and Herzegovina against Romania was voted by fans as the best goal of the European qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Four Milwaukee Wave games this season will be shown live on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, the free streaming channel:
Dec. 12 at Kansas City Comets
Dec. 19 vs. Baltimore Blast
Feb. 16 at Empire Strykers
March 20 vs. Utica City FC
More information ⬇️
Dec. 12 at Kansas City Comets
Dec. 19 vs. Baltimore Blast
Feb. 16 at Empire Strykers
March 20 vs. Utica City FC
More information ⬇️
News: MASL ON CBS SPORTS GOLAZO NETWORK - Major Arena Soccer League
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December 1, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Four Milwaukee Wave games this season will be shown live on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, the free streaming channel:
Dec. 12 at Kansas City Comets
Dec. 19 vs. Baltimore Blast
Feb. 16 at Empire Strykers
March 20 vs. Utica City FC
More information ⬇️
Dec. 12 at Kansas City Comets
Dec. 19 vs. Baltimore Blast
Feb. 16 at Empire Strykers
March 20 vs. Utica City FC
More information ⬇️
Maddie Ludwig (Washburn/Island City FC) commits to NJCAA Division II Madison College for 2026.
Wisconsin women's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Wisconsin women's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Women's recruiting updates: Class of 2026
Here's an update on the 2026 recruiting classes for Wisconsin's women's soccer programs and state players who have committed to play college soccer.
wisconsinsoccercentral.substack.com
November 30, 2025 at 3:28 AM
Maddie Ludwig (Washburn/Island City FC) commits to NJCAA Division II Madison College for 2026.
Wisconsin women's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Wisconsin women's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
FC Wisconsin's Banks Denu (Beloit Memorial) is one of 15 players named to the North team for the ECNL Boys Conference Cup, an event for U16-U18 players that will run concurrently with the ECNL East Coast and Central Super Cup from Dec. 11-14 in Raleigh, N.C.
November 28, 2025 at 6:25 AM
FC Wisconsin's Banks Denu (Beloit Memorial) is one of 15 players named to the North team for the ECNL Boys Conference Cup, an event for U16-U18 players that will run concurrently with the ECNL East Coast and Central Super Cup from Dec. 11-14 in Raleigh, N.C.
UW-Oshkosh explores revival of men's soccer team as community rallies for its comeback
UW-Oshkosh explores revival of men's soccer team as community rallies for its comeback
The men’s soccer team was disbanded in 2015 as a budget measure, as well as the men’s tennis team.
fox11online.com
November 28, 2025 at 4:26 AM
UW-Oshkosh explores revival of men's soccer team as community rallies for its comeback
Wisconsin Soccer Coaches Association
High School Boys Coaches of the Year
Division 1
Matt Glittenberg, Madison West
Division 2
Matt Scharpf, DeForest
Division 3
John Bisswurm, Waukesha Catholic Memorial
Division 4
Ryan TenPas, Oostburg
High School Boys Coaches of the Year
Division 1
Matt Glittenberg, Madison West
Division 2
Matt Scharpf, DeForest
Division 3
John Bisswurm, Waukesha Catholic Memorial
Division 4
Ryan TenPas, Oostburg
November 23, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Wisconsin Soccer Coaches Association
High School Boys Coaches of the Year
Division 1
Matt Glittenberg, Madison West
Division 2
Matt Scharpf, DeForest
Division 3
John Bisswurm, Waukesha Catholic Memorial
Division 4
Ryan TenPas, Oostburg
High School Boys Coaches of the Year
Division 1
Matt Glittenberg, Madison West
Division 2
Matt Scharpf, DeForest
Division 3
John Bisswurm, Waukesha Catholic Memorial
Division 4
Ryan TenPas, Oostburg
From field level 🎯
In the biggest games, the biggest players come alive to deliver big moments. There is none bigger than Rose Lavelle 🌹
November 23, 2025 at 3:08 AM
From field level 🎯
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BIG TIME PLAYER IN A BIG TIME MOMENT.
ROSE LAVELLE GETS GOTHAM UP 1-0!
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ROSE LAVELLE GETS GOTHAM UP 1-0!
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November 23, 2025 at 3:06 AM
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Ben Bausch (Milwaukee Marquette/FC Wisconsin Nationals) commits to NCAA Division I UW-Milwaukee for 2026.
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Men's recruiting updates: Class of 2026
Here's an update on the 2026 recruiting classes for Wisconsin's men's soccer programs and state players who have committed to play college soccer.
wisconsinsoccercentral.substack.com
November 23, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Ben Bausch (Milwaukee Marquette/FC Wisconsin Nationals) commits to NCAA Division I UW-Milwaukee for 2026.
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
United Soccer Coaches
High School Boys Fall polls
National Top 25
Also receiving votes
Madison West
Region VI
5. Madison West (5 last week)
7. Milwaukee Marquette (7)
10. Brookfield East (10)
12. Hudson (12)
15. Hartland Arrowhead (15)
High School Boys Fall polls
National Top 25
Also receiving votes
Madison West
Region VI
5. Madison West (5 last week)
7. Milwaukee Marquette (7)
10. Brookfield East (10)
12. Hudson (12)
15. Hartland Arrowhead (15)
November 21, 2025 at 10:17 PM
United Soccer Coaches
High School Boys Fall polls
National Top 25
Also receiving votes
Madison West
Region VI
5. Madison West (5 last week)
7. Milwaukee Marquette (7)
10. Brookfield East (10)
12. Hudson (12)
15. Hartland Arrowhead (15)
High School Boys Fall polls
National Top 25
Also receiving votes
Madison West
Region VI
5. Madison West (5 last week)
7. Milwaukee Marquette (7)
10. Brookfield East (10)
12. Hudson (12)
15. Hartland Arrowhead (15)
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The international window: So close, but so far for Bajraktarević, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Also, Marius Aiyenero and Canada fall on penalties at the U17 World Cup, Rose Lavelle and the U.S. women prepare for Italy and Bajung Darboe and the U.S. Under-20 men's team sweep Costa Rica.
Also, Marius Aiyenero and Canada fall on penalties at the U17 World Cup, Rose Lavelle and the U.S. women prepare for Italy and Bajung Darboe and the U.S. Under-20 men's team sweep Costa Rica.
The international window: So close, but so far for Bajraktarević, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Meanwhile, Marius Aiyenero and Canada fall on penalties at the U17 World Cup, Rose Lavelle and the U.S. women prepare for Italy and Bajung Darboe and the U.S. Under-20 men's team sweep Costa Rica.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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The international window: So close, but so far for Bajraktarević, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Also, Marius Aiyenero and Canada fall on penalties at the U17 World Cup, Rose Lavelle and the U.S. women prepare for Italy and Bajung Darboe and the U.S. Under-20 men's team sweep Costa Rica.
Also, Marius Aiyenero and Canada fall on penalties at the U17 World Cup, Rose Lavelle and the U.S. women prepare for Italy and Bajung Darboe and the U.S. Under-20 men's team sweep Costa Rica.
The international window: So close, but so far for Bajraktarević, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Meanwhile, Marius Aiyenero and Canada fall on penalties at the U17 World Cup, Rose Lavelle and the U.S. women prepare for Italy and Bajung Darboe and the U.S. Under-20 men's team sweep Costa Rica.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:50 PM
The international window: So close, but so far for Bajraktarević, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Also, Marius Aiyenero and Canada fall on penalties at the U17 World Cup, Rose Lavelle and the U.S. women prepare for Italy and Bajung Darboe and the U.S. Under-20 men's team sweep Costa Rica.
Also, Marius Aiyenero and Canada fall on penalties at the U17 World Cup, Rose Lavelle and the U.S. women prepare for Italy and Bajung Darboe and the U.S. Under-20 men's team sweep Costa Rica.
NCAA Division I women's tournament
Wisconsin teams
Thursday's second-round match
Baylor 1:0 UW
Full bracket ⬇️
Wisconsin teams
Thursday's second-round match
Baylor 1:0 UW
Full bracket ⬇️
2025 Division I Women's Soccer Official Bracket | NCAA.com
The official 2025 College Women's Soccer Bracket for Division I. Includes a printable bracket and links to buy NCAA championship tickets.
www.ncaa.com
November 21, 2025 at 3:41 PM
NCAA Division I women's tournament
Wisconsin teams
Thursday's second-round match
Baylor 1:0 UW
Full bracket ⬇️
Wisconsin teams
Thursday's second-round match
Baylor 1:0 UW
Full bracket ⬇️
Jonah Wallace (Madison West/Madison 56ers/FC Wisconsin Nationals) commits to NCAA Division II Northern Michigan for 2026.
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
#wisoccer
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
#wisoccer
Men's recruiting updates: Class of 2026
Here's an update on the 2026 recruiting classes for Wisconsin's men's soccer programs and state players who have committed to play college soccer.
open.substack.com
November 20, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Jonah Wallace (Madison West/Madison 56ers/FC Wisconsin Nationals) commits to NCAA Division II Northern Michigan for 2026.
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
#wisoccer
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
#wisoccer
NCAA Division I women's tournament
Wisconsin teams
Today's second-round match
UW (14-5-2) vs. Baylor (13-4-4) at South Bend, Ind., 2 p.m. (▶️ ESPN+)
Full bracket ⬇️
Wisconsin teams
Today's second-round match
UW (14-5-2) vs. Baylor (13-4-4) at South Bend, Ind., 2 p.m. (▶️ ESPN+)
Full bracket ⬇️
2025 Division I Women's Soccer Official Bracket | NCAA.com
The official 2025 College Women's Soccer Bracket for Division I. Includes a printable bracket and links to buy NCAA championship tickets.
www.ncaa.com
November 20, 2025 at 7:15 PM
NCAA Division I women's tournament
Wisconsin teams
Today's second-round match
UW (14-5-2) vs. Baylor (13-4-4) at South Bend, Ind., 2 p.m. (▶️ ESPN+)
Full bracket ⬇️
Wisconsin teams
Today's second-round match
UW (14-5-2) vs. Baylor (13-4-4) at South Bend, Ind., 2 p.m. (▶️ ESPN+)
Full bracket ⬇️
Alec Jacquart (Whitefish Bay/FC Wisconsin Nationals commits to NCAA Division III Endicott (Mass.) for 2026.
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Men's recruiting updates: Class of 2026
Here's an update on the 2026 recruiting classes for Wisconsin's men's soccer programs and state players who have committed to play college soccer.
wisconsinsoccercentral.substack.com
November 20, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Alec Jacquart (Whitefish Bay/FC Wisconsin Nationals commits to NCAA Division III Endicott (Mass.) for 2026.
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
Wisconsin men's soccer recruits Class of 2026 ⬇️
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Checking in on Wisconsin's pros
Rose Lavelle and Gotham FC advance to Saturday's NWSL final, plus updates from MLS NEXT Pro, Canada's Northern Super League, the AFC Women’s Champions League, Greece and Papua New Guinea.
Rose Lavelle and Gotham FC advance to Saturday's NWSL final, plus updates from MLS NEXT Pro, Canada's Northern Super League, the AFC Women’s Champions League, Greece and Papua New Guinea.
Checking in on Wisconsin's pros
Rose Lavelle and Gotham FC advance to Saturday's NWSL final, plus updates from MLS NEXT Pro, Canada's Northern Super League, the AFC Women’s Champions League, Greece and Papua New Guinea.
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November 20, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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