Forward Madison Re-Signs Breakout Star Jiro Barriga Toyama

January 14, 2021 - Forward Madison has re-signed left back Jiro Barriga Toyama, the first member of the club's inaugural roster to commit for 2021. Barriga Toyama, who initially joined the Flamingos in 2019, enjoyed a breakout season last year, becoming a key fixture in the team's lineup. According to Barriga Toyama, who grew up in Japan, Madison has become a staple of his life. "I'm very comfortable with Madison," he said. "The front office, the coaching staff, the fans - everybody's been very welcoming. It... Full Story

Madison Public Library, Forward Madison Surprise 12-Year-Old Author

January 11, 2021 - MADISON, WI - Madison Public Library recently added a new book to its shelves written by a local 12-year-old. The book, Hat Trick, is about a young man who moves to a new place and joins a soccer team. Its author, Tikeh Tazeh, is also a big soccer fan and, while soccer practices and games were on hold due to the pandemic, he decided to pursue his other passion of writing. The book quickly became a family affair, with Tikeh's older brother Kiehmi helping to edit it, and his mother, Yvonne, helpin... Full Story

Forward Madison Celebrates Birth of Club Cow

January 7, 2021 - Forward Madison FC welcomed a new member to its team this week in the form of a newborn dairy calf, the first daughter of current FMFC cow (and informal mascot) Lionela Bessi. The yet-to-be-named calf, which was born Tuesday and weighs just over 70 pounds, hopes to join her mother at Forward games when gatherings are safe again. In the meantime, Forward Madison's fans will have the opportunity to submit names for the baby cow starting Thursday morning on the team's website. The top name submi... Full Story

Madison Mallards Release 2021 Schedule

December 7, 2020 - Madison, WIS. - The Madison Mallards have announced their game schedule for the 2021 season within the Great Lakes Division of the Northwoods League, in anticipation of returning to play after the 2020 hiatus. The Mallards plan to open their season with a home game on Monday, May 31st at 5:05pm against the Lakeshore Chinooks. In all the Mallards play 14 home games in May and June, 13 in July, and nine in August. The schedule is highlighted by 11 Friday and Saturday night home games. The Ma... Full Story

• Madison Mallards Release 2021 Schedule - Madison Mallards (Northwoods) December 7
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• Forward Madison Re-Signs Top Scorer Michael Vang - Forward Madison FC (USL1) November 28
• Forward Madison Brings Back Promising Striker Fuson - Forward Madison FC (USL1) November 27
• Forward Madison Makes Josiah Trimmingham First Player of 2021 - Forward Madison FC (USL1) November 25
• Chris Brady Wins League One Young Player of the Year Award - Forward Madison FC (USL1) November 12
• Mallards 2020 - Undefeated - Madison Mallards (Northwoods) November 10
• Michael Vang Named 2020 Forward Madison MVP - Forward Madison FC (USL1) November 5
• Connor Tobin Named to All-League Second Team - Forward Madison FC (USL1) November 4
• Forward Madison FC Announces Leadership Change - Forward Madison FC (USL1) October 26
• Forward Madison Leaves It Late for Exhilarating Comeback Win in Season Finale - Forward Madison FC (USL1) October 24
• Forward Madison Falls in Final Seconds against North Texas SC - Forward Madison FC (USL1) October 21
• Forward Madison Comes Back for 1-1 Draw at Chattanooga - Forward Madison FC (USL1) October 17
• Forward Madison Comes from Behind for 2-2 Draw at Fort Lauderdale - Forward Madison FC (USL1) October 14
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• Forward Madison FC (USL1)
• Madison Capitols (USHL)
• Madison Mallards (Northwoods)

Other cities near Madison, Wisconsin with alternative or minor league teams:

• Beloit, Wisconsin
• Rockford, Illinois
• Janesville, Wisconsin
• Oshkosh, Wisconsin
• Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

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• Madison Mallards, city will start look at future of Warner Park after finalizing extension to use agreement - Northwoods Wisconsin State Journal (December 15)
• Gustavo Fernandes re-signs with Forward Madison FC for 2021 - USL1 Wisconsin State Journal (December 4)
• New Forward Madison FC coach Carl Craig brings a colorful background and a community vision - USL1 Wisconsin State Journal (December 1)
• Michael Vang re-signs with Forward Madison FC after team MVP debut season - USL1 Wisconsin State Journal (November 28)
• Used primarily as a substitute in 2020, Noah Fuson will return for 2nd season with Forward Madison FC - USL1 Wisconsin State Journal (November 28)
• Forward Madison FC re-signs defender Josiah Trimmingham - USL1 Wisconsin State Journal (November 25)
• Forward Madison goalkeeper Chris Brady gets postseason award from USL League One - USL1 Wisconsin State Journal (November 13)
• Forward Madison goalkeeper Chris Brady gets postseason award from USL League One - USL1 Wisconsin State Journal (November 12)
• Forward Madison's Connor Tobin earns second-team recognition from USL League One - USL1 Wisconsin State Journal (November 4)
• Forward Madison FC, coach Daryl Shore part ways after seventh-place finish - USL1 Wisconsin State Journal (October 26)
• 2 goals in final 10 minutes give Forward Madison FC season-closing victory - USL1 Wisconsin State Journal (October 25)
• Controversial late penalty kick delivers first home loss of 2020 to Forward Madison FC - USL1 Wisconsin State Journal (October 22)
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