Wisconsin Lutheran, legendary Madison Memorial coach make news at Division 1 championship

The 2026 WIAA state tournament finale made huge news in several ways on Saturday night at the Kohl Center.

Wisconsin Lutheran cemented its invitation to join the conversation as one of the state’s all-time best teams following its convincing 57-37 win over Madison Memorial in the Division 1 championship game for the Vikings’ third straight state championship.

Also, coach Steve Collins of Madison Memorial announced at the post-game media session that he is stepping away from that job after 27 years, 519 wins, and three state championships…

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