Episode 20 of the Badger Connect Podcast features Wisconsin Director of Athletics Shawn Eichorst.

Eichorst joins Mike Heller to discuss his return to Wisconsin, the experiences that prepared him to lead the athletic department, and his vision for the future of Badger Athletics.

A Wisconsin native and former member of the UW Athletics administration, Eichorst returns to Madison after leadership roles at Miami, Nebraska and Texas. The conversation also explores the rapidly changing landscape of college sports and what it will take for Wisconsin to succeed moving forward.

Watch the full episode and subscribe to the Badger Connect Podcast for more conversations from across Wisconsin Athletics.

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New episodes drop every Thursday.

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Episode 19 | Abu Sama III

Wisconsin’s newest running back, Abu Sama III, joins Mike Heller on Episode 19 of the Badger Connect Podcast.

The explosive Iowa State transfer discusses why he chose Wisconsin, what drew him to Madison, his fit in Jeff Grimes’ offense, and what Badger fans can expect from him this season. Sama also reflects on his college journey, including his breakout performances at Iowa State, and shares his goals as he begins the next chapter of his career in the Cardinal and White.

Your inside connection to Wisconsin athletics.

Each week, Mike Heller sits down with Badger athletes, coaches, and legends to bring fans closer to the programs they love.

New episodes drop every Thursday.

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Episode 18 of the Badger Connect Podcast with Mike Heller features Wisconsin men’s basketball players Hayden Jones and Jackson Ball.

Two of the newest members of the Badger basketball program join Mike Heller to discuss their journeys to Madison, adjusting to life as Division I student-athletes, and what excites them most about the future of Wisconsin Basketball.

In this conversation, Hayden and Jackson share stories about:

🏀 Their recruiting experiences and why they chose Wisconsin
🏀 The transition to college basketball
🏀 Building relationships with teammates and coaches
🏀 Life off the court and adjusting to Madison
🏀 Their goals for the upcoming season and beyond
🏀 What Badger fans can expect from them in the future

Get to know two of the young faces of the Wisconsin program in a fun and candid conversation that offers an inside look at the next generation of Badger Basketball.

Watch now and subscribe to the Badger Connect Podcast for more exclusive conversations with current and former Badgers.

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Your inside connection to Wisconsin athletics.

Each week, Mike Heller sits down with Badger athletes, coaches, and legends to bring fans closer to the programs they love.

New episodes drop every Thursday.

Join the community at BadgerConnect.com