History of the Badgers

The Wisconsin Badgers are one of the most storied teams in NCAA history. With a long and rich tradition of success, they have become a household name among college sports fans across the country. From their first game in 1889 to today, the Badgers have been integral to NCAA athletics for over 130 years.

Throughout its illustrious history, Wisconsin has seen some fantastic moments on and off the field that will be remembered forever by fans worldwide. The Badgers won three national championships (1917-18, 1942-43 & 1998-99) during this span as well as numerous conference titles throughout multiple conferences, including Big Ten Conference Championships from 1993–94 through 2000–01 and Big 12 Conference Championships from 2001–02 through 2011–12 seasons. In addition to these successes on paper, some legendary players such as Ron Dayne (1999 Heisman Trophy Winner), Pat Richter (1972 Outland Trophy Winner), Melvin Gordon III (2014 Doak Walker Award winner ), and Russell Wilson(2012 Rose Bowl MVP) gracefully graced Camp Randall Stadium with their presence while playing for Wisconsin.

On top of all these accomplishments, both past and present, Wisconsin is also known for its passionate fan base, which includes students who attend games dressed up in traditional red attire commonly referred to as "the sea of red" or simply just “Red.” This passionate support has earned them recognition nationally, being awarded ESPN's Best College Football Atmosphere award twice since 2003. As you can see, there is no shortage when discussing why so many people love rooting for this team, both near home and afar! So if you're looking into cheering on one team, come out strong with your friends sporting your favorite gear supporting that beloved badger!