This episode of the Man Cave Podcast with Dan Kasper dives into a busy stretch of local winter sports. Dan breaks down conference play heating up across the region, schedules shifting with winter weather, and one of the biggest storylines of the year: UW–River Falls capturing a national championship after an incredible program turnaround.

We also get into:

• The 50th anniversary matchup between Eau Claire North and Memorial hockey

• The rise of UW–River Falls football and the journey from losing seasons to national champs

• Caleb Blaha’s standout season and potential future at the next level

• WIAC basketball battles for Eau Claire, Stout, La Crosse, and Platteville

• Women’s and men’s hockey momentum heading into the home stretch

• Why this second half of the winter sports season might be the best yet

If you’re into local athletics, rivalries on the ice, and playoff races in the WIAC, this episode is packed with storylines.