Madison, Wis. – Local sports fans have a reason to celebrate. WMTV’s weekly sports program, Sports Weekly, aired Thursday with a special focus on the Milwaukee Brewers’ historic World Series victory and a look ahead to the University of Wisconsin Badgers basketball teams.
Brewers’ championship takes center stage
Hosts Mike “Jocko” Jacques and Audrey Marr opened the show by reliving the Brewers’ triumphant run to the World Series title. The duo highlighted key moments from the series, praised the team’s resilience, and discussed the impact of the win on Wisconsin’s baseball fans. They also gave listeners a behind‑the‑scenes glimpse of the network’s coverage, noting how the local crew captured the excitement from the stadium to the streets of Milwaukee.
Badgers basketball preview
After the baseball celebration, Jacques and Marr turned their attention to the Badgers men’s and women’s basketball programs. Both teams are entering the 2026‑27 season with renewed optimism after solid recruiting classes and promising off‑season development. The hosts highlighted returning starters, key newcomers, and the coaching staff’s goals for the upcoming campaign.
Joining the conversation was Badger legend Brian Butch, a former standout forward who helped lead Wisconsin to multiple NCAA tournament appearances. Butch shared personal anecdotes from his playing days, offered insight into the team’s culture, and expressed confidence that the Badgers will be competitive in the Big Ten this year.
Community connection
Sports Weekly emphasized the program’s role in bringing the community together around shared victories and local pride. The show reminded listeners that the Brewers’ championship and the Badgers’ basketball pursuits are more than just games—they’re rallying points for families, churches, and neighborhoods across the state.
Listeners were encouraged to download the WMTV15 News app or the WMTV15 First Alert weather app to stay updated on future sports coverage, weather alerts, and community news.
Looking ahead
With the Brewers’ title fresh in the city’s memory, the show’s hosts urged fans to keep the celebratory spirit alive by supporting local businesses and attending upcoming Badgers games. As the basketball season approaches, Sports Weekly promises continued analysis, player interviews, and live coverage of key matchups.
For more information on the show’s schedule and to submit questions for future episodes, visit the WMTV website.
Original reporting: NBC15 WMTV (Gray) – local — read the source article.
