One of those transfers, Caroline Crawford, has already joined the Badgers, having arrived in January. On the transfer side, Wisconsin will be welcoming three new players from across the country.
Coach Kelly Sheffield describes Gulce as having exceptional talent and unique experiences that not many American players get to have. Guctekin, a libero from Turkey, is a five-year Turkish Junior National Team member. Wrobel, a 6-foot-4 outside hitter from Plainfield, Illinois, was named the best volleyball player in Illinois by, with countless state and national accolades to back up that title. Ella Wrobel and Gulce Guctekin have big shoes to fill, but they have proven ready for the job. Two freshmen will be joining the National Champions in the fall. At this time, it is still unknown where the Utah native will transfer to. With fellow freshman Julia Orzol having an outstanding first season - and other outside hitters set to join the program - Jardine’s playing time was left uncertain. Jardine played in 24 sets for the Badgers in the 2021 season, tallying 45 kills and a hitting percentage of. Wohlert, who played in three sets during her time at Wisconsin, plans to join Florida Gulf Coast University.įreshman outside hitter Lauren Jardine also entered her name in the transfer portal right after the conclusion of the spring season. Julia Wohlert, a middle blocker and right-side hitter, will leave the program as a grad transfer with two years of eligibility left.
Two other Badgers have left the team to enter the transfer portal and see what opportunities lie outside Madison. However, Hilley does not appear to be on their roster anymore and is back in the states.
Rettke signed a professional contract to play in Italy with Vero Volley Monza, and the team’s star setter, Sydney Hilley, signed a contract with a team in Turkey. Five players - Lauren Barnes, Sydney Hilley, Giorgia Civita, Dana Rettke and Grace Loberg - will be ending their careers as Badgers as their eligibility is up. Following the Badger’s win in five sets against the Cornhuskers, a celebration ensued and is still happening today, as the Badgers are being honored across the state.