Wisconsin Athletes Who Made National History

I don't think many sports fans consider Wisconsin a hotbed for elite athletes, but the state's history says otherwise.

Some Of The Greatest Athletes of All Time from The State Of Wisconsin

Every state has its fair share of star athletes. Of course, some places are more well-known than others for sports professionals. Wisconsin doesn't seem like it would have a bunch, but they really do. I believe that they take pride in their history to celebrate those men and women who have accomplished huge milestones in their sport.

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According to Wisconsin State Journal Madison...

Wisconsin Originals: Meet the athletes who ruled the field, court and track.

Nine sports figures whose speed, strength and determination made history across America.

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Now, you might be thinking to yourself, what famous athletes are from Wisconsin? I bet you could name at least a couple. Actually, you might be surprised how many you know. Check out the list for yourself. It's pretty impressive.

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Here are some of the top athletes of all time in the state of Wisconsin...

• Alan Ameche (Kenosha) - the very first Heisman Trophy winner at the University of Wisconsin

• Caron Butler (Racine) - Went against the odds of a tough life as a child to play in the NBA

• Alan Kulwicki (Greenfield) - Member of the NASCAR Hall of Fame

• Matt Kenseth (Canbridge) - Inducted into the Hall of Fame for NASCAR

• Danica Patrick (Beloit) - She was the first woman to win an IndyCar race

• Tony Romo (Burlington) - Starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys

• Bud Selig (Milwaukee) - Former commissioner of Major League Baseball

• Nick Van Exel (Kenosha) - NBA All-Star

• JJ Watt (Pewaukee) - Future NFL Hall of Famer