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Fox Cities Embroidery Becomes Licensed Online Store Partner

STEVENS POINT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association and Fox Cities Embroidery have entered into an agreement making the Hortonville-based company the platform for the association’s official online store.

Competitive Balance Ad Hoc Committee Eyeing Elements of Colorado Model

STEVENS POINT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association Competitive Balance Ad Hoc Committee held its 12th meeting at the organization’s headquarters on Aug. 3

Kage Retires, Britz Hired as Administrative Assistant

STEVENS POINT, Wis. – Julie Kage, administrative coordinator for the executive director at the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association for the past 34 years, retired July 31, and Kristin Britz begins her position as administrative assistant for Executive Director Stephanie Hauser on Aug. 9.

2021-22 WIAA Award of Excellence Award Recipients Announced

STEVENS POINT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association salutes the 39 schools that fulfilled criteria to be named recipients of the Award of Excellence in 2021-22.

Spring Tournament Sportsmanship Award Recipients Announced

Jewelry Addressed in NFHS Softball Rules Changes for 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — The NFHS Softball Rules Committee has approved the wearing of jewelry in the sport, effective with the 2023 season. Previously, only medical and religious medals were permitted.

WIAA to Conduct Administrative Assistant Position Search

The WIAA is seeking qualified candidates for the position of administrative assistant, who embrace the purpose & vision of the WIAA, desire to serve our diverse membership and move education-based athletics forward.

Gralla Receives National Recognition for Service to WIAA Membership

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – Joan Gralla, a former member of the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association office staff, and 14 other leaders in high school activity programs across the country received National Federation of State High School Associations Citations on June 30 at the annual NFHS Summer Meeting.

Melissa Gehring to Join WIAA Executive Staff

The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association announced the hiring of Melissa Gehring as an assistant director for the association today. She will assume her role at the organization’s headquarters in Stevens Point on Aug. 1, 2022.

Board of Control Approves Winter Sports Changes at June Meeting

STEVENS POINT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association Board of Control reviewed and acted on coaches’ committee recommendations impacting winter sports, including significant Tournament Series changes in Wrestling at its June meeting today.