The University of Wisconsin held a rally in Madison to honor the National Champion Wisconsin women's hockey team on Monday. The Badgers took home their 3rd title in 4 seasons with a 5-0 win over Mercyhurst on Sunday in Boston.
UW Athletic Director Barry Alvarez congratulated the team on their success and steady play this season and told the team to enjoy every minute of the experience and not to take winning for granted.
Head coach Mark Johnson thanked the fans for supporting the team all season and said that they would share in the title with the team. Johnson also said that the UW program would be fine as he takes a leave to coach the U.S. Women's Olympic Hockey Team.
The group of seniors leaving the program when 134-16-13 during their time in Madison.
Listen/Download: UW Head Women's Hockey Coach Mark Johnson on his team. :16