The University of Wisconsin athletic department has announced its latest group of inductees into the UW Athletic Hall of Fame. The 2025 class includes notable figures such as Frank Kaminsky, James White, and broadcaster Matt Lepay. They will be formally inducted during Hall of Fame weekend on September 5-6.
Inductee Highlights
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Frank Kaminsky: A standout player from 2011-2015, Kaminsky is recognized for his two All-American selections and being named Big Ten Player of the Year in his senior season.
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James White: A key contributor to the Badgers’ football team from 2009-2012, White went on to have a successful eight-season career with the New England Patriots, winning three Super Bowls.
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Matt Lepay: A broadcaster for Wisconsin since 1998, Lepay has become synonymous with Badger football broadcasts over nearly three decades.
Induction Ceremony Details
The induction ceremony will take place at Camp Randall Stadium during halftime of the game between Middle Tennessee State and Wisconsin on September 6. In addition to the formal ceremony, Kaminsky, White, and Lepay will be recognized during the game as part of an expanded celebration honoring all members enshrined in the hall since its inception in 1983.
Chris McIntosh, UW’s athletic director, expressed excitement about the event:
"It’s a tremendous honor to welcome these individuals into our hall. They are truly deserving of this honor, and we’re excited to recognize their contributions to Badger athletics."
Ticket Information
Tickets for Hall of Fame weekend can be purchased by visiting the UW Athletics website or by contacting the UW Athletics ticket office directly at (608) 262-1440 or via email.
Complete List of Inductees
The following individuals have been enshrined into the UW Athletic Hall of Fame:
- Joe Amabile ’75 – Football
- John Anderson ’83 – Football
- Jeff Blatnick ’85 – Wrestling
- Mark Boersma ’93 – Track & Field/Cross Country
- Jim Bower ’79 – Baseball/Softball/Various Coaching Roles
- Tom Burroughs ’84 – Track & Field/Cross Country
- Bob Chappuis ’42 – Football/Lacrosse/Hockey/Baseball/Golf/Various Sports
- John Cullen ’92 – Men’s Hockey
- Diane Deem ’88 – Women’s Swimming & Diving
- Joe DeLamielleure ’73 – Football
- Tommy Davis ’69 – Baseball
- Bob Duffin ’71 – Wrestling
- Bob Duvalt ’68 – Golf
- Bill Feidler ’81 – Men’s Swimming & Diving
- Jim Gruenhagen ’63 – Men’s Tennis
- Pete Hamlin ’52 – Men’s Lacrosse
- Jeff Hammerschmidt ’82 – Men’s Tennis
- Tom Hansen ’62 – Football
- Ron Johnson ’59 – Football
- Mike Kellis ’64 – Baseball
- Jack Kennedy ’61 – Golf
- Steve King ’70 – Wrestling
- Dave Krieg ’78 – Football
- Rick Krivonoski ’80 – Track & Field/Cross Country
- Larry Ladson ’58 – Basketball
- Dan Lanning ’72 – Baseball
- Don Lindstrom ’67 – Golf
- Bob Lutz ’65 – Baseball
- Paul Maguire ’56 – Football
- Mark Martin ’66 – Wrestling
- Mike McGinnis ’60 – Track & Field/Cross Country
- Gary Meier ’74 – Men’s Soccer
- David Miller ’57 – Volleyball
- Jim Miller ’62 – Golf
- Steve Mitterer ’76 – Wrestling
- Randy Nelson ’69 – Football
- Chuck Neubert ’55 – Football
- Dick Neuhausel ’53 – Basketball
- Pat O’Brien ’54 – Various Sports
- Dick O’Brien ’50 – Various Sports
- Bill Otto ’48 – Hockey/Lacrosse/Football/Various Sports
- Jerry Pendergast ’77 – Men’s & Women’s Basketball
- Curt Pederson ’86 – Track & Cross Country
- Phil Parker ’91 – Men’s Soccer
- Jody Redmond ’96 – Volleyball
- Rich Rischitelli ’98 – Swimming & Diving
- Sue Rothgeb ’95 – Women’s Soccer
- Terry Ryan ’97 – Various Sports
- Tim Staudt ’01 – Radio Play-by-play Voice
- Mary Sue Steiner ’02 – Badger Sports Properties Account Executive
- Doug Streeter ’04 – Badger Sports Properties Senior Account Executive
- Jason Zillo ’05 – Badger Sports Properties Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing
This list represents just a portion of the many individuals who have made significant contributions to Badger athletics over the years.
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