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Carroll University’s assistant athletic trainer Leah Jankowski's job involves a lot more than just taping ankles. Read more

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Lauren Chypyha has made tennis her life. Now she's learning how to not be defined by wins and losses. Read more

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A Standing Rock Sioux, Jaye Two Bears will become the first reservation-bred Native American to play for UWM’s women’s basketball team. Read more

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After bulking up in the gym, UW-Superior graduate Ashley Birdsall returned to the hockey rink, where she's giving it her all. Read more

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A rising star in women’s soccer, Badgers midfielder Rose Lavelle says she and her teammates are building a culture of success at the University of Wisconsin. Read more

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Courtesy of Margaret Domka

There will be just one American referee at this year’s Women’s World Cup: Margaret Domka, a Spanish teacher at Union Grove High School. Read more

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Biz Goslee has emerged as a leader on Marquette’s fledgling lacrosse team. Read more

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A fierce, focused player on the ice, Nicolet sophomore Nicole Unsworth has the tendencies of a natural leader. Read more

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Courtesy of UW Communications

No two days are ever the same for Kat Vosters, the woman who keeps the UW men’s basketball team running on track. Read more

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After returning home from her second Olympics, U.S. speed skater Alyson Dudek considers what the future holds. Read more

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Captain of the U.S. women’s Olympic hockey team Meghan Duggan speaks on the importance of having women role models. Read more

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In roller derby, Katie Bricco has discovered confidence that’s carried over to her unlikely day job. Read more

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Courtesy of Sophia Minnaert

Sophia Minnaert is a sideline reporter for Fox Sports’ Brewers and Bucks coverage, a position that comes with a lot of exposure and very little appreciation. Read more

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After her team fell short of the Women’s World Cup, soccer player Shannon Smyth plots her next career move. Read more

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Less than a decade after graduating, Carolyn Kieger has returned to her alma mater to take the reins of the women’s basketball team. Read more

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Synovia Youngblood, herself a successful volleyball player at the University of Southern California in her college days, has two daughters currently playing Division I field hockey. Read more

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In Playing the Field, we profile women who are making an impact in the world of sports, either in competition or behind the scenes. For this installment, we spoke with University of Wisconsin-Madis,Sports Read more

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In Playing the Field, we profile women who are making an impact in the world of sports, either in competition or behind the scenes. For this installment, we spoke with UW-Milwaukee athletic directo,Sports Read more

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In Playing the Field, we profile women who are making an impact in the world of sports, either in competition or behind the scenes. For this inaugural installment, we spoke with Images of Us Spo,Sports Read more

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