“Finally and most importantly, I want to say thank you to all those terrific players whose hard work and dedication over the years has brought so much joy to me, my family and this community. From the All-Americans to the walk-ons, each and every one played an important part in the success of this program and to our lives. To have had the opportunity to help them in a small way, chase their dreams and achieve their goals, is an experience I will always treasure, one filled with moments that I can look back on with great satisfaction and pride.

“As our life takes a different course, we are looking forward to closely following Wisconsin athletics, especially the men’s basketball team. They are a terrific group of young men with a very bright future. It should be an exciting 2016-17 season, one I know will receive the usual incredible support from the countless, devoted Badger fans across this great state and country.

“Thank you and On, Wisconsin!”