Team Wisconsin Basketball

UPDATE:

Megan Gustafson finished a very strong freshman season at the University of Iowa.

• All Big Ten Freshman Team
• Big Ten Freshman of the Week
• Started the final 14 games of the season, played in all 33
• Led Iowa in blocks, rebounds, and Field goal percentage, one of only 3 Big Ten players to lead their team in all 3 categories 
• Recorded 9 double doubles

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Congratulations to Megan Gustafson of South Shore High School and Team Wisconsin Select Black on signing her NLI to Iowa.  Megan had numerous offers from all over the country, but ultimately found a great fit with the Hawkeyes!

Megan has sat atop the scoring and rebounding lists for Wisconsin throughout her high school career.  Currently Megan is the leading Scorer and Rebounder in Wisconsin, averaging 39.4 ppg and 19.8 rpg.  Megan is #3 on the All Time Career Scoring list for Wisconsin with 2496 points. *

*Megan passed another former Viking Club/Team Wisconsin and South Shore athlete, Jolene Anderson, on February 13, 2015 to become the All Time Leading Scorer in the history of Wisconsin Girls Basketball.  2971 points and counting!

Megan, a McDonald's All American Nominee, is a 3 time All Conference & All State athlete, and is regarded as one of the top post players in the Midwest.  

Interview with Megan:

Which school have you decided to attend and why?

I have decided to attend the University of Iowa because of their excellent school and basketball program. The coaches are fantastic and once I got on campus and met the team, I knew that I wanted to be a part of that program.

What other schools did you consider?

I considered Wisconsin, Indiana, Iowa State, DePaul, Marquette, among others.

What are your goals for the 2014-2015 school season?

One of our goals as a team would definitely have to be getting back on the state floor. We also are going to focus on teamwork, and believing in each other. I know that if we can do those things, we will be able to have a long tournament run.

How long have you played in the Team Wisconsin program?

I have been with the Team Wisconsin program for 5 years. 1 year on the Viking Club, 1 year on Team Wisconsin, and 3 years with Team Wisconsin Select Black.

What were the benefits of playing with Team Wisconsin?

There are so many benefits playing with Team Wisconsin, could probably go on and on. The coaches are amazing, not only helping you with basketball, but they care about your other achievements, and they care about you as a person. Another benefit would be playing with and against some of the best players in the country. I would definitely not be the player and person I am today without being a part of Team Wisconsin!

What was your favorite Team Wisconsin memory/experience (on or off the court) and why?

I would say that my favorite memory would have to be beating North Tartan Nike EYBL this past summer and going on to win that tournament. We worked so hard as a team, and it was a perfect way to end my AAU career.

What advice do you have for younger basketball players.

My advice to younger basketball players is to work hard, every day, and to never give up, no matter how hard it may be.

Best of luck to Megan and her South Shore teammates this season!

Article from the University of Iowa Athletics Website

Congratulations to Jenny Lindner (Neillsville) of Team Wisconsin Select Black on signing her National Letter of Intent to UW-Milwaukee 

"It's official, I'm going to play basketball as a MILWAUKEE PANTHER! (:#soexcited #cantwait #pantherpride"

Jenny Lindner led her Neillsville Warrior team to the WIAA State Girls Basketball Tournament in each of the past two seasons.  Neillsville won the Division 4 state title in 2012.

Jenny Lindner was unanimous 1st Team WBCA Division 3 All-State and  second-team Associated Press All-State (all divisions) selection this season.

Interview with Jenny:

1. Which school have you decided to attend and why?

 I decided to attend the University Wisconsin-Milwaukee. I wanted to stay in the state of Wisconsin and somewhat close to home. I believe that I best fit in with the program in Milwaukee. The coaching staff is very considerate and they know the game of basketball very well. I think that they will take care of me and form me into an even better player than what I am now. I also enjoyed seeing how much chemistry the players have and that was a big part of my decision as well!

2.  What other schools did you consider?

I considered UW-Green Bay quite a bit considering it was a D1 college in the state of Wisconsin. I also considered some D2's.

3.  What are your goals for the 2013-2014 school season?

My goals for the 2013-2014 season is to have an undefeated season leading to a conference championship, regional championship, sectional championship and even a state championship. We believe that it is possible to get the gold and we're going to be fighting for another gold ball.

4.  How long have you played in the Team Wisconsin program?

I have played with Team Wisconsin for 4 years.

5.  What were the benefits of playing with Team Wisconsin?

The benefits of playing with Team Wisconsin are that I was able to play with some of the best players in the state. I also had the chance to be coached by some phenomenal coaches who coach at the high school and college level. These coaches have taught me things that I will keep in my game. .

 
6.  What was your favorite Team Wisconsin memory/experience?

My favorite memory was going down to Orlando, Florida in the summer of 2013. We played many great teams and the experience was so much fun with all my teammates with me. 

7.  What advice do you have for younger basketball players:

Keep working hard. Many times you will think that it's not helping but in the long run it will. Take advantage of the opportunities that you have playing because before you know it, it will be over.

Congratulations to Jenny and to the UW Milwaukee Panthers!!