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Founded 1901

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Hailey Sadowski runs for a try in a combing game with UW-Stout on the UW-Oshkosh home field. (Courtesy of Women’s Rugby president Hailey Sadowski)

Challenging assumptions in club sports

Karissa Dieterich, Asst. Arts & Rec. Editor March 2, 2026

Ever since the early 20th century, sports that were historically dominated by men slowly reshaped year-after-year as more women stepped into organized athletics and recreational sports leagues. Despite...

Men's volleyball has their first true practice of the season Jan. 28, just four days before their big game.

No warm-up needed

Kassie Baggett, Asst. Arts & Rec. Editor February 2, 2026

The sound of volleyballs echoed through the gym late Monday night with sharp pops against hardwood, quick calls of “mine” and “up,” and sneakers squeaking as players dove for loose balls. For the...

The UW-Whitewater junior middle hitter Abbie Dix celebrates after scoring a point for the Warhawks against Concordia University on Sep. 5, 2025 at the Kris Russell Volleyball Arena.

A truly dominant duo

Bri Hyler, Journalist December 8, 2025

The 2025 UW‑Whitewater volleyball season began with uncertainty and ended with a team that learned how to grow, trust and compete together through one of the biggest youth movements in recent program...

The final champions

Karissa Dieterich and Chase Keller December 8, 2025

As the semester comes to an end, both volleyball and basketball intramural seasons have wrapped up. Around 60 teams in both sports have competed against each other in the playoffs, leading up to the championship. Volleyball Grit...

UW-Whitewater freshman outside hitter Gaby DiMotto and UW-Whitewater sophomore middle hitter Amanda Hillmann go for a block against Concordia University on September 4th, 2025 at Kris Russell Volleyball Arena.

Volleyball falls in NCAA regionals semifinals

Evan Boller, Women’s Sports Editor November 24, 2025

Going into the 2025 postseason, UW-Whitewater volleyball had their eyes set on making a second-straight appearance in the national championship, but winning it this time around. The Warhawks earned the...

UW-Whitewater women’s volleyball team playing against UW-Stevens Point in the WIAC tournament at Kris Russell Arena located in the Williams Center.

Volleyball falls in WIAC semifinals

Bri Hyler, Journalist November 17, 2025

The UW-Whitewater volleyball team entered the WIAC tournament as the No. 4 seed after a regular season where they went 24-6 overall and 3-4 in the WIAC. The Warhawks would open the tournament against No....

UW-Whitewater women's volleyball team playing against UW-La Crosse at the Williams Center
on October 1st, 2025.

Volleyball sweeps Dig Panici Classic

Sadie Elwood, Journalist October 20, 2025

The No. 5 UW-Whitewater volleyball team swept the Dig Panici Classic, winning their respective matches against Greenville and Carthage. The Warhawks are now 21-3 overall and remain unbeaten at home with...

A collage of photos from past Royal Purple photographers.

Best of Whitewater sports

Chase Keller, Men’s Sports Editor March 10, 2025

Every year, voters rank the best of the best in Whitewater – restaurants, stores, etc. – through Royal Purple’s annual Best of Whitewater survey. Just like some local places have maintained their...

The UW-Whitewater volleyball team huddled up during the 2024 NCAA Regionals in Whitewater, Wisconsin at the Kris Russell Volleyball Arena. The Warhawks finished their 2024 campaign as runners-up to the Juniata Eagles, losing 3-2. The Eagles have now won three-consecutive national titles and have not lost a match since Friday, Sep. 16, 2022 against Trinity.

Volleyball finishes season as national runners-up

Ryan Halada, Asst. Women’s Sports Editor December 9, 2024

The UW-Whitewater Warhawk volleyball team made a run to the national championship that brought back some memories. Shades of 2005 occurred as the No. 6 seeded Warhawks had a similar path to the top...

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