Joncast Podcast: A Wisconsin Sports Podcast

This conversation is part of ESPN Wisconsin’s Beyond the Game live panel series, recorded June 16 at One Social in Madison. The event featured an in-depth discussion with Wisconsin women’s basketball head coach Robin Pingeton and Milwaukee baseball coach Shaun Wegner about the challenges and opportunities facing college athletics today. Coach Pingeton reflects on what it’s like being a coach in 20...

Wisconsin volleyball head coach Kelly Sheffield joins me for an offseason conversation as we discuss the Badgers’ spring season and what stood out to him as the team continues to prepare for the future. We also talk about highly touted freshman Decelise Champion reclassifying and becoming eligible to play in 2026, what her addition could mean for the program, and how the coaching staff approaches...

This special podcast comes from Wisconsin volleyball’s end-of-season celebration for ESPN Madison, featuring a live Q&A with head coach Kelly Sheffield , Charlie Fuerbringer , Jaela Auguste , and Kristen Simon . Together, we look ahead to the 2026 season and take questions from the live audience. Coach Sheffield shares his thoughts on when the Big Ten may start having a conference tournament ,...

Wisconsin head coach Kelly Sheffield joins me to look ahead to the 2025 season , reflect on the loss to Kentucky , and break down the chaos that followed in the transfer portal . He shares which transfer decisions surprised him including why Una Vajagić’s move caught him off guard and which ones he saw coming. We also dive into Coach Sheffield’s thoughts on the transfer portal process as a whole,...

Wisconsin head coach Kelly Sheffield recaps the Badgers’ Sweet 16 and Elite 8 victories over Stanford and Texas, breaking down what went right and how the team handled the pressure on the biggest stage. He also looks ahead to the Final Four matchup against Kentucky and discusses what’s in store as Wisconsin prepares for another national semifinal. The episode also includes Coach Sheffield’s reacti...

In this week’s podcast, I take you behind the scenes of Wisconsin’s Sweet 16 and Elite 8 wins over Stanford and Texas , sharing moments you didn’t see during the broadcasts. You’ll hear Kelly Sheffield’s reaction to Carter Booth’s viral moment on national TV and how the team handled the spotlight during a pressure-filled weekend. The episode also features player conversations with Una Vajagić , wh...

On this week’s episode of The Kelly Sheffield Show , Wisconsin head coach Kelly Sheffield breaks down his coaching philosophy on using subs in big moments and why those decisions can shift momentum late in matches. We also look ahead to the Badgers’ regional semifinal matchup with Stanford , along with the potential opponents they could see in a regional final. The episode wraps up with fan questi...

In this week’s episode, I recap the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament as Wisconsin reaches its 13th straight Sweet 16 . I also share a clip from The Kelly Sheffield Show where Coach Sheffield talks about the key things that need to go right at this stage of the tournament and how the team is approaching the next challenge. You’ll hear my interview with Carter Booth , who reflects on her time...

On this week’s episode of The Kelly Sheffield Show , Wisconsin head coach Kelly Sheffield talks about what it’s like preparing for the NCAA Tournament and how the team approaches this part of the season both mentally and strategically. He also reflects on the dominant seasons being put together by Mimi Colyer and Carter Booth. Coach Sheffield then breaks down how the Badgers handle communication o...

In this week’s podcast, I share a special announcement about the start time for Wisconsin’s first-round NCAA Tournament match and details on how you can join the ESPN Madison Volleyball Bracket Challenge . You’ll also hear a clip from The Kelly Sheffield Show as Coach Sheffield talks about how his team responds to coaching and what drives their growth heading into postseason play. This episode als...

On this week’s episode of The Kelly Sheffield Show , Wisconsin head coach Kelly Sheffield shares his thoughts on the MLV Draft , including the two Badgers selected by Dallas, Mimi Colyer and Carter Booth and what their pro futures might look like. He also discusses the insane numbers Mimi Colyer is putting up this season and why her level of play continues to stand out on a national scale. The epi...

In this week’s podcast, I look back at Wisconsin’s big win over Purdue and the hilarious Senior Day moment created by the student section and the Wisconsin Swimming and Diving team. I also share Kelly Sheffield’s thoughts on the two Badgers selected in this year’s MLV Draft , and what their futures might look like at the next level. You’ll also hear my pre-match interview with Kristen Simon , wher...

On this week’s episode of The Kelly Sheffield Show , we recap Wisconsin’s weekend on the road at Michigan State and Illinois and talk about the ridiculous offensive numbers Mimi Colyer continues to put up. Coach Sheffield breaks down what’s clicking for her right now and how it elevates the entire team. We also look ahead to Wisconsin’s upcoming matchup with Purdue , including what the showdown co...

In this week’s podcast, I share a clip from The Kelly Sheffield Show where Coach Sheffield talks about the importance of Wednesday’s matchup against Purdue and what’s at stake for the Badgers. I also catch up with Madison College head coach and former Badger Mallory Stone , who discusses her team qualifying for the NJCAA DII National Tournament and how freshman are helping make this run. We take a...

On this week’s episode of The Kelly Sheffield Show , Wisconsin head coach Kelly Sheffield discusses the return of Charlie Fuerbringer to the starting lineup and talks about how she looked, what stood out, and how her presence impacts the Badgers’ rhythm on the court. We also talk about Carter Booth’s best match of the season , the continued growth of the team heading into the home stretch. Plus, C...

In this week’s episode, I share how I found out about Charlie Fuerbringer’s return to the court for Wisconsin volleyball and play a clip from The Kelly Sheffield Show where Coach Sheffield breaks down what her comeback means for the team. You’ll also hear my pre-match interviews with Charlie Fuerbringer and Una Vajagić , who shares her favorite meal from back home in Serbia. Plus, we shift to Wisc...

On this week’s episode of The Kelly Sheffield Show , Wisconsin head coach Kelly Sheffield breaks down one of the key transition numbers that stood out from the Badgers’ match against Nebraska and what it reveals about where the team’s play is trending. We also talk about Natalie Wardlow’s improving serve , the two upcoming Top 25 opponents on Wisconsin’s schedule, and a potential scenario the coac...

In this week’s episode, I recap Wisconsin’s loss to Nebraska and share the Halloween costume Pete and I wore on the broadcast. You’ll also hear a clip from The Kelly Sheffield Show as the coach breaks down the key numbers that stood out to him in the loss to the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Plus, in case you missed it — Grace Egan shares her favorite Halloween candy, and associate head coach Brittany Dil...

On this week’s episode of The Kelly Sheffield Show , Wisconsin head coach Kelly Sheffield recaps the Badgers’ wins over Washington and Oregon , including a standout weekend from Mimi Colyer . He breaks down what went right, where the team continues to improve, and how that momentum carries into the next challenge. We also preview the huge top-15 matchup in Madison between #11 Wisconsin and #1 Nebr...

In this week’s episode, I share stories from my trip to the Pacific Northwest as the Badgers took on Washington and Oregon, including what stood out from the road and trips to Pike Place Market and the Space Needle! You’ll also hear a clip from The Kelly Sheffield Show as he previews Friday’s massive matchup when Wisconsin hosts Nebraska at the Field House. The episode also features several pre-ma...

On this week’s episode of The Kelly Sheffield Show , Wisconsin head coach Kelly Sheffield reflects on the loss to USC and why it can be a valuable learning experience for the team moving forward. He also talks about the return of Grace Egan to the court and what he saw from her performance in her first action back. Plus, Coach Sheffield shares the story behind how the team accidentally missed the...

Three generations of Wisconsin volleyball greatness come together as former All-American setters Sydney Hilley and Lauren Carlini sit down with current All-American Charlie Fuerbringer to talk about their time at Wisconsin and what it means to carry on the program’s tradition. In this episode, we discuss Sydney Hilley’s current Athletes Unlimited season , which comes to the Alliant Energy Center i...

On this week’s episode of The Kelly Sheffield Show , we talk about how freshman setter Addy Horner filled in for the injured Charlie Fuerbringer and what she brought to the floor in her first big test. Coach Sheffield also shares an update on Charlie’s injury and how the team is adjusting. We look back at the Badgers’ first loss of the season at Penn State , what the team can learn from it, and fi...

In this episode, Wisconsin volleyball head coach Kelly Sheffield gives an update on the injury to Charlie Fuerbringer and I reflect on the Badgers’ first Big Ten loss of the season. The episode also features several player conversations: Aniya Warren discusses her new children’s book, Natalie Wardlow shares the nickname Coach Sheffield gave her, Lauren Carlini talks about the changes at setter aft...

Wisconsin volleyball head coach Kelly Sheffield reacts to the injury of All-American setter Charlie Fuerbringer and explains what backup setter Addy Horner brought to the court against Michigan and what she’ll bring moving forward. Sheffield also shares his thoughts on senior Mimi Colyer’s leadership and performance in the match, and how the Badgers are adjusting as they prepare for a tough road t...