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5 high school girls sports stars of the week: Oct. 15 edition

Wed, 10/15/2025 - 6:03am
This week's girls sports 5 stars feature athletes delivering in the big postseason moments. Vote for your favorite performance as the Supernova.

Live scoreboard: Week 8 high school football scores

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 5:55pm
A number of games with significant playoff implications highlight the Week 8 high school football schedule. Follow the action with our live scoreboard.

Complete list of high school boys sports Supernova winners in 2025-26 school year

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 12:00am
Here's a week-by-week view of which area standouts have been voted as boys sports five stars throughout the academic year. Check back weekly for updates.

Complete list of high school girls sports Supernova winners in 2025-26 school year

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 12:00am
Here's a week-by-week view of which area standouts have been voted as girls sports five stars throughout the academic year. Check back weekly for updates.

NCAA considers rule requiring athletes to disclose NIL deals from high school

Wed, 08/27/2025 - 2:30pm
NIL compensation at the high school level has expanded, with at least 40 states allowing it. The rule aims to prevent pay-for-play deals, but consequences for non-compliance are still unclear.

Side hustles on the sidelines: How high school sports power a thriving gig economy

Sat, 08/23/2025 - 10:30am
Many youth and high school sports rely on a gig economy of part-time officials and coaches to function.

Youth athletes, not just pros, may face mental health risks from traumatic brain injuries

Sat, 08/09/2025 - 7:30am
The New York City shooter who sought to attack NFL offices said he had the degenerative brain disease CTE, thought to be related to playing contact sports like football.

A list of sports organizations that have begun transgender competition bans

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 1:30pm
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee has become the latest governing body in the sports world to enact a policy change around transgender athlete competition.

Organizations, companies partnering to introduce Black students in Detroit to golf

Tue, 05/20/2025 - 1:30pm
As a fan, Shaun Horne is all about Detroit’s professional sports teams. But when it comes to playing, the high school junior only has his eyes set on golf.

Name, image and likeness measure among 4 amendments passed at WIAA annual meeting

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 1:17pm
Student-athletes in Wisconsin will now have the ability to profit off their image away from the game after the measure received resounding support in its second year up for vote.

Wisconsin high school student-athletes ponder pros, cons of potential NIL legislation

Thu, 04/24/2025 - 6:45am
The potential to profit off their name, image and likeness away from the sport both intrigues and concerns athletes heading into a pivotal vote at the WIAA annual meeting Friday.

How much WIAA will pay Wisconsin athletics under new deal for state championship events

Tue, 03/11/2025 - 9:20am
An eight-year extension of the contract to stage seven championship events at Badgers facilities will increase the amount the WIAA pays in rental fees each year.

WIAA bans transgender girls from competing in girls sports

Sat, 02/22/2025 - 5:03am
The WIAA changed its policy to prohibit transgender girls from competing in girls sports after President Donald Trump signed an executive order on the subject.

5 area high school gyms with great atmospheres

Tue, 02/04/2025 - 7:20am
Each gym is unique, showcasing various colors and setups. Beyond appearance, high school gyms also contain history and memories. Here are five that have great atmospheres.

List of high school sporting events canceled, postponed due to sub-zero temperatures

Tue, 01/21/2025 - 6:10am
The second consecutive day of frigid temperatures has caused school closures across the area, wiping out all of Tuesday's events. Here's what was canceled or postponed.

Verona doesn't take long to find new athletic director

Thu, 08/08/2024 - 9:45am
The Wildcats needed a new person to lead their athletic department after the previous leader left for a Division-I college position.

Verona athletic director moves on to Division I college administrative role

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 2:50pm
The Madison native stepped down after five years in charge and oversaw the school's move.

Wisconsin high school sports fans ejected from a game face training, suspension

Wed, 06/19/2024 - 4:03pm
The punishment for unruly spectators was on the agenda at the June meeting along with wrestling tournaments, electronic seedings and more. Here are a few noteworthy decisions from Wednesday's meeting.

Quirky superstitions that go unnoticed help high school athletes 'calm nervous system'

Mon, 05/13/2024 - 10:05am
A psychologist explains the importance of rituals. Here are seven that help high school athletes focus before their competitions.

Middleton softball leads prep stars of the night

Thu, 04/25/2024 - 11:45pm
The Cardinals bested Madison Memorial. Here's how other prep sports played out Thursday.

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