University Of Wisconsin Green Bay Women's Basketball
The University of Wisconsin Green Bay Women's Basketball team is a Division I program that competes in the Horizon League. The team has a rich history and has had many successful seasons. In this article, we will take a look at the team's history, notable players, coaches, and their future prospects.
History of University Of Wisconsin Green Bay Women's Basketball
The University of Wisconsin Green Bay Women's Basketball team was founded in 1972. The team played in the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) until 1985, when they joined Division II. In 1987, the team moved to Division I, where they have been ever since.
The team has had a lot of success in Division I, winning the Horizon League Regular Season Title 20 times and the Horizon League Tournament 19 times. They have also made it to the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament 18 times. Their best finish in the tournament came in 2011, when they made it to the Sweet Sixteen.
Notable Players
The University of Wisconsin Green Bay Women's Basketball team has had several notable players throughout its history. Some of these players include:
- Julie Wojta - Wojta was a three-time Horizon League Player of the Year and was named to the All-American team in 2012. She ranks second all-time in school history in both points and rebounds.
- Adrian Ritchie - Ritchie was a two-time Horizon League Player of the Year and was named to the All-American team in 2011. She ranks third all-time in school history in points and second all-time in steals.
- Sara Boyer - Boyer is the all-time leading scorer in school history with 2,036 points. She was named to the All-American team in 1996.
Notable Coaches
The University of Wisconsin Green Bay Women's Basketball team has had several notable coaches throughout its history. Some of these coaches include:
- Carol Hammerle - Hammerle was the team's head coach from 1973-2002. She led the team to 11 conference championships and 8 NCAA Tournament appearances.
- Kevin Borseth - Borseth was the team's head coach from 1998-2007 and again from 2017-2020. He led the team to 7 conference championships and 6 NCAA Tournament appearances.
- Matt Bollant - Bollant was the team's head coach from 2007-2012. He led the team to 5 conference championships and 4 NCAA Tournament appearances.
Future Prospects
The University of Wisconsin Green Bay Women's Basketball team has a bright future ahead. They have a young and talented roster and a new head coach in Will Ryan, who was hired in 2020. Ryan is the son of former Wisconsin head coach Bo Ryan and has a great track record as an assistant coach.
The team will be looking to continue its dominance in the Horizon League and make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament. With the talent and coaching on the team, there is no doubt that they will be a force to be reckoned with in the coming years.
Conclusion
The University of Wisconsin Green Bay Women's Basketball team has a rich history and has had many successful seasons. With its notable players and coaches, the team has established itself as a powerhouse in the Horizon League. With its young and talented roster and a new head coach, the team has a bright future ahead. Fans of women's basketball should keep an eye on this team in the years to come.
