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Caroline Harvey Wins 2026 Patty Kazmaier Award Ahead of Wisconsin’s Title Game

The Badgers star becomes only the third defender to receive the honor in its 29-year history.

Overview

  • Harvey produced 63 points this season (18 goals, 45 assists) in 32 games, leading all NCAA defenders and ranking near the top nationally in assists and points.
  • She earned WCHA Player of the Year and Defender of the Year, becoming the first athlete to claim the defensive honor three times.
  • A month earlier, she won Olympic gold with Team USA, tied for the tournament lead with nine points, and was named MVP and best defender.
  • Harvey is Wisconsin’s seventh Patty Kazmaier winner, following teammate Casey O’Brien in 2025, reinforcing the program’s sustained excellence.
  • The award was presented on the eve of Wisconsin’s Frozen Four final against Ohio State, and Harvey is widely projected as the No. 1 pick in June’s PWHL draft.