Building Something: Marisa Moseley’s Vision for Wisconsin Women’s Basketball

Wisconsin women’s basketball coach Marisa Moseley is not known for her patience, but she is seeing the fruits of her labor as the Badgers continue to improve under her leadership. After a successful season that saw them win 15 games and make their first postseason appearance in 13 years, the team is on an upward trajectory.

One of the standout players for the Badgers this season was sophomore Serah Williams, who was named the Big Ten’s Defensive Player of the Year and a consensus first-team all-league pick. Williams’ stellar play put the team on the national radar and showcased the potential for future success.

Despite falling short in the WNIT tournament, losing key players to injury, and facing challenges in the transfer portal, Moseley remains optimistic about the team’s future. She believes in the potential of players like D’Yanis Jimenez and Ronnie Porter to step up and contribute in significant ways.

As women’s basketball continues to gain popularity and viewership, Moseley sees the positive impact it has on the sport. She reflects on the retirement of legendary coach Tara VanDerveer and the influence she has had on women’s basketball throughout her career.

While Moseley stays busy with post-season evaluations and recruiting, she looks forward to a meaningful trip to Rwanda with Shooting Touch Inc., an organization that uses basketball to empower at-risk youths and women. This experience will provide her with a new perspective and a renewed sense of purpose as she continues to build something special at Wisconsin.

In the end, Moseley’s laughter at the thought of patience is replaced with a sense of pride and determination. The Badgers are indeed getting better, and the future looks bright for the program under her guidance.