The 50th WIAA Girls Basketball State Tournament delivered unforgettable performances, headlined by superstar efforts on the biggest stage. In Division 1, Natalie Kussow etched her name into tournament history with a dominant 34-point, 10- rebound double-double, including eight clutch points in the second overtime to lift Wauwatosa East to an 80-74 instant-classic win. On the other side, Ellie Duprey produced one of the tournament’s most electric moments, converting a four-poi

At the WIAA girls state basketball tournament, Nina Rouse, Anna DeForge, and Katlyn Putney are doing more than just covering games—they’re helping tell the story of girls basketball in Wisconsin in a way that truly matters. Sitting behind the microphones, breaki ng down performances, and sharing player stories, their presence brings energy, insight, and authenticity to the tournament experience. What stands out most is their leadership and genuine passion for the game. They’r

BY: Tinlee Jeffrey My name is Tinlee Jeffrey and I am a junior at Barron high school! Here is a bit of my story as a Wisconsin women athlete: Before college coaches evaluated my footwork, positioning, or reaction time, doctors were fighting to keep me alive. I was born with a severe brain infection called Bacterial Meningitis that gave me a 1% chance of living. Because of that infection, I was born deaf. Over the years, I went through 14 surgeries, and eventually I was able t