Fave 5: Online sports editor Chris Doyle shares most memorable moments of 2020
We are sharing Wisconsin State Journal staffers' favorite work from 2020. From online sports editor Chris Doyle: The Wisconsin sports world saw some highs and lows during this unprecedented year, and while the cancelations and missed opportunities were beyond frustrating, the jaw-dropping athletic performances and leadership shown in the community have been inspiring.Â
From the University of Wisconsin men's basketball team stunning Indiana to earn a share of the Big Ten title just days before COVID-19 shut down the sports world, to Milwaukee Brewers fans being so ready for the return of baseball that they (largely) forgave a loss to the Chicago Cubs in the long-delayed opener, to Badgers QB Graham Mertz drawing rave reviews with his magnificent starting debut, here are a few sports moments that lifted our spirits during a difficult year:
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