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Stadium Experience
"Varsity" Song
After victories, fans and players sing the university's traditional "Varsity" song together.
7.5Passport Score
1998Opened
15,600Capacity
IndoorRoof
Hardwood / Artificial IceSurface
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The basics
About Kohl Center
Large Madison arena known for Badgers sports and major events.
- Type
- arena
- League
- NCAAH
- Location
- Madison, WI
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Status
- active
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Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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Stadium Experience
Border Battle
Games against Minnesota are among the greatest rivalry events in college hockey.
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Crowd Ritual
Grateful Red
The Grateful Red student section stands for the entire game, creating one of the Big Ten's toughest home-court advantages.
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Crowd Ritual
Jump Around
Although best known in football, "Jump Around" has become a regular celebration during major basketball games.
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Crowd Ritual
Buttercup
Near the end of victories, fans sing "Build Me Up Buttercup," one of Wisconsin's signature traditions.
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Crowd Ritual
Varsity Sing
Players and fans remain after victories to sing "Varsity" together.
Through the years
History
Home teams
- 1998-presentWisconsin BadgersNCAAH
- Wisconsin BadgersNCAAB
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