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Wisconsin women’s basketball program makes history in win over UAlbany

Wisconsin women’s basketball program makes history in win over UAlbany

Wisconsin’s women’s basketball program made history in its 69-59 victory over UAlbany on Friday.

For the first time since the 2006-07 season, which marks the last time UW reached the 20-win threshold in a single campaign, the Badgers have started the season with a 7-0 mark at home.

In the win, reigning Big Ten Player of the Week and superstar forward Serah Williams scored a game-high 28 points off 10-of-15 from the field. She also reeled in 12 boards, denied two shot attempts and shot 8-of-9 from the free throw line.

2023-24 Horizon League Freshman of the Year Carter McCray also finished with arguably her best performance of the season. The Western Kentucky transfer tallied 15 points and a game-leading 14 rebounds in the 10-point win.

Wisconsin’s most thrilling victories at the Kohl Center have arrived against Rutgers, Georgetown and Omaha this season. Following the triumph over Albany, Marisa Moseley’s program will embark on its Big Ten slate for the remainder of the season.

On the season, Wisconsin is 10-2 and is on a five-game win streak. Only Ohio State, Maryland, UCLA, Michigan State, Nebraska and USC boast better records than UW as of Dec. 20.

Wisconsin will return to the hardwood for a Dec. 28 clash against the Indiana Hoosiers on Dec. 28 in Bloomington.

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward named Big Ten Player of the Week after 36-point outburst

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward named Big Ten Player of the Week after 36-point outburst

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward Serah Williams earned Big Ten Player of the Week nods for the second time in her career on Monday.

The honor arrives five days after Williams notched a career-best performance in Wisconsin’s double-overtime victory over Butler in Indianapolis.

In that contest, the Brooklyn, New York native logged 36 points, 14 rebounds, three assists, three blocks and two steals in 43 minutes of action. The star forward also shot 13-of-26 from the field and 10-of-12 from the foul line in the signature win.

Her 36 points were also the most in program history since the 2007-08 season, per UW Athletics.

Williams has been nothing short of dominant for the Badgers throughout the 2023-24 season. In 11 appearances, she is responsible for 19.3 points, 12.3 rebounds, three assists and 2.9 blocks in 31.5 minutes per game.

The junior forward also ranks No. 2 in the nation in rebounds per game behind LSU’s Aneesah Morrow, and No. 36 in points per game.

Marisa Moseley’s program now sits at 9-2 to start the season with a bevy of Big Ten games remaining on the schedule. UW returns to the court on Dec. 20 for a contest against UAlbany.

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward crosses 1,000-point threshold in win

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward crosses 1,000-point threshold in win

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward Serah Williams tallied her 1,000th career point in the Badgers’ win over UIC on Thursday.

The moment arrived with roughly three minutes remaining in the first quarter of the 61-57 victory. Williams fielded a pass from guard Tess Myers, dribbled inside, then spun to her left before banking in a layup.

With the bucket, Williams became the 29th player in program history to eclipse the 1,000-point mark. In 66 career games, she also became the third-quickest UW player to do so, per Wisconsin’s program.

The Brooklyn, New York native scored a game-best 20 points off 8-of-14 from the field. She also corralled 14 rebounds, secured three steals and recorded two blocks in the effort.

On the season, Williams is averaging 19.8 points, 11.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.8 blocks in 29.8 minutes per game. It’s safe to say she’s emerged as one of the sport’s most dynamic two-way players this season.

Williams previously earned 2024 Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and 2024 Big Ten First Team nods as a junior.

After years of mediocrity, Wisconsin’s women’s basketball program appears to be undergoing a revival. The Badgers have improved their record in every season under fourth-year head coach Marisa Moseley, including a WNIT bid in 2023-24.

UW is 4-1 to begin the season and will play its next game against Omaha on Nov. 23.

LOOK: Wisconsin women’s basketball releases jersey numbers for 2024 season

LOOK: Wisconsin women’s basketball releases jersey numbers for 2024 season

Wisconsin women’s basketball released its jersey numbers for the 2024-25 season last week.

A total of seven newcomers will make their Wisconsin debuts this fall. That list includes former Northern Kentucky center Carter McCray, former Duquesne guard Tess Myers, true freshman Alie Bistable, true freshman Gracie Grzesk, walk-on Reese Jaramillo, Spanish signee Alba Martín Mesa and Serbian wing Jovana Spasovski.

Junior guard Ronnie Porter, sophomore D’Yanis Jimenez, sophomore Tessa Grady, junior Lily Krahn and sophomore Leena Patibandla will contribute as second or third-year playmakers while star forward Serah Williams, veteran guard Halle Douglass and fifth-year guard Natalie Leuzinger return as Wisconsin’s veteran presences.

 

Wisconsin enters this fall fresh off its 15-17 performance from a season ago, a campaign in which the crew clinched a postseason berth for the first time in 10 years.

This will also mark head coach Marisa Moseley’s fourth season running the show on Wisconsin’s sidelines this winter. Since she’s taken over, the Badgers have experienced an overhaul in culture and winning approach.

WATCH: Wisconsin women’s basketball forward defeats Mexico with USA Basketball

WATCH: Wisconsin women’s basketball forward downs Mexico with USA Basketball

Wisconsin women’s basketball star Serah Williams nailed back-to-back game-winners in Stop 5 of the 3×3 U23 Nations League 2024 in Mexico City, Mexico on Saturday.

Williams’ alongside Lucy Olsen (University of Iowa), Christina Dalce (University of Maryland) and Cotie McMahon (Ohio State University) went 3-0 on Saturday with wins over the Cayman Islands, Argentina and Mexico.

Williams chipped in five points including the game-sealing layup in Stop 5’s final against Mexico. She also snagged four boards in the winning effort.

She also registered three points in the United States’ triumph over Argentina after recording seven points and five rebounds in their 21-3 route against the Cayman Islands in the previous contest.

The USA Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams will continue playing during Stop 6 of the 3×3  U23 Nations League on Sunday.

Wisconsin head coach Marisa Moseley also made the trek to Mexico City to support Williams — a genuine gesture for a coach spearheading the program’s rebirth.

This marks Williams’ first appearance with USA Basketball. Given her ability to both defend and score the rock, she could become a staple in the organization’s 3×3 pipeline.

WATCH: Wisconsin women’s basketball star shines with USA Basketball

WATCH: Wisconsin women’s basketball star shines with USA Basketball

Wisconsin women’s basketball star Serah Williams shined during Stop 2 in the 2024 U23 Nations League Americas conference in Mexico City, Mexico on July 23.

Williams’ 2024 USA 3×3 Nations League team, which also includes Christina Dalce (University of Maryland), Morgan Maly (Creighton University), Cotie McMahon (Ohio State University), Lucy Olsen (University of Iowa) and Mikaylah Williams (LSU), went 3-0 on Tuesday with wins over the Caymen Islands, Argentina and Mexico.

During her final contest, Wisconsin’s Serah Williams and LSU’s Mikaylah Williams combined for 15 of the team’s 21 points in the 21-18 triumph over Mexico. The Brooklyn native iced the game from the charity stripe as well.

Both the men and women continued their play during Stop 3 of the 3×3  U23 Nations League  on Wednesday.

Last Friday, Williams’ represented Wisconsin at the WNBA All-Star weekend. The Badger, alongside her Nations League roster, tipped off against the 2024 National Team of Rhyne Howard, Cierra Burdick, Dearica Hamby and Hailey Van Lith in Phoenix.

Williams’ strong showing is certainly a welcome sign for Wisconsin women’s basketball fans during the team’s offseason. The junior will look to lead Marisa Mosley’s crew during her fourth season monitoring the sidelines in Madison.

WATCH: Wisconsin women’s basketball leaders gearing up for 2024-25 campaign

WATCH: Wisconsin women’s basketball upperclassmen gearing up for 2024-25 campaign

Wisconsin’s women’s basketball team showcased upperclassmen Serah Williams, Halle Douglass and Natalie Leuzinger in their first practice footage of the offseason on Tuesday.

Wisconsin kick-started its offseason practices weeks ago, but the Badgers had yet to display their three longest tenured players honing in on their skills this summer.

Williams, a junior from Brooklyn, New York, registered a team-best 17.4 points per appearance during her 2023-24 season. She also took home 2024 Big Ten Defensive Player of Year honors and earned 2024 Big Ten First Team nods during her sophomore season.

Leuzinger, a graduate student, averaged 7.7 points and 9.5 minutes per game in 2023-24, while Douglass played in 25 games and posted 3.8 points per contest.

As a team, the Badgers will participate in the 2024 Cancun Challenge from Nov. 28-30 alongside Providence, San Diego State, VCU, BYU, Idaho State, Iowa, Rhode Island, Rice and Vermont.

Wisconsin will also host eight Big Ten opponents, including new conference foes UCLA and USC. Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Northwestern, Ohio State, Minnesota and Rutgers round out that list.

Away games against Washington, Oregon, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan State, Nebraska, Purdue and Minnesota are also on UW’s horizon.

While Williams, Douglass and Leuzinger will serve as this crew’s veteran trio, UW will welcome four new players this fall. International guard Alba Martin Mesa, walk-on Reese Jaramillo, former Northern Kentucky center Carter McCray and former Duquesne guard Tess Myers will play their first games as Badgers during the 2024-25 slate.

Marisa Moseley’s group will look to build off its 15-17 mark and Great 8 appearance in the WNIT last season.

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward to participate in 3×3 action during WNBA All-Star weekend

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward to participate in 3×3 action during WNBA All-Star weekend

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward Serah Williams will take on the 2024 USA Basketball 3×3 Women’s National Team in an exhibition on Friday at WNBA All-Star weekend.

The contest marks the debut of 3×3 basketball at a WNBA All-Star weekend. The 2024 National Team of Rhyne Howard, Cierra Burdick, Dearica Hamby and Hailey Van Lith are set to tip off against the six-woman 2024 USA 3×3 Nations League roster.

Announced on July 5, that roster includes Williams (University of Wisconsin-Madison), Christina Dalce (University of Maryland), Morgan Maly (Creighton University), Cotie McMahon (Ohio State University), Lucy Olsen (University of Iowa) and Mikaylah Williams (LSU).

Following this weekend’s event, Williams and Co. will travel to Mexico City to play in the 2024 USA 3×3 Women’s Nations League Americas Conference July 22-28 in Mexico City.

There, the Americans will look to qualify USA Basketball for the FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup 2024 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

Unlike five-on-five, 3×3 is staged on a half-court with a 10-minute game clock and 12-second shot clock. The first squad to reach 21 points via 1-point and 2-point field goals is considered the winner.

Play is also continuous, as teams are required to clear the ball behind the 2-point line to establish possession.

Coverage will begin at 9:00 p.m. ET on Friday on ESPN.

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward to represent USA Basketball in Mexico City

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward to represent USA Basketball in Mexico City

Wisconsin women’s basketball forward Serah Williams was named to the 2024 USA 3×3 Nations League roster today, per a release from USA Basketball.

Serving as a qualification route to the FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup 2024 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, the 2024 USA 3×3 Women’s Nations League Team event will take place in Mexico City from July 22-28.

Both the USA men’s and women’s 3×3 Nations League Teams will attend training camp in Phoenix July 18-20 before the trek to Mexico.

Williams will compete alongside Christina Dalce (University of Maryland), Morgan Maly (Creighton University), Cotie McMahon (Ohio State University), Lucy Olsen (University of Iowa) and Mikaylah Williams (LSU). This event will mark the first time Williams has donned the red, white and blue on the hardwood.

At UW, the Brooklyn native averaged a team-high 17.4 points per game during her 2023-24 campaign. She also pocketed 2024 Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and 2024 Big Ten First Team honors after appearing in 30 contests for head coach Marisa Moseley a season ago.

Williams will look to build upon her recent success as Wisconsin’s go-to scoring option ahead of this season. She will play alongside four new Badgers this fall: international guard Alba Martin Mesa, walk-on Reese Jaramillo, former Northern Kentucky center Carter McCray and former Duquesne guard Tess Myers.

Wisconsin women’s basketball adds international player to roster

Wisconsin women’s basketball adds international player to roster

The Wisconsin Badgers women’s basketball team added international player Alba Martin Mesa on Wednesday, rounding out their 2024-2025 roster. The 5-foot-6 guard is coming to Madison from Spain, where she played with SPAR Gran Canaria last year.

Martin Mesa averaged an impressive 14 points, six assists and three steals per game in 2023-2024. She will become the 15th and final member of Marisa Moseley’s roster.

The Badgers are coming off of a 2023-2024 season where they went 15-17 overall and 6-12 in conference play. The team advanced all the way to the Great 8 in the WNIT, that being their first postseason action in over a decade.

Wisconsin had five players enter the transfer portal and leave after last season, including guard Sania Copeland (Kansas). With that being said, Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year winner Serah Williams is back this season and the Badgers will look to build off of a promising postseason run from last year.