For the Wausau Times

WAUSAU – The year 2022 marks the 33rd anniversary of the Badger State Winter Games (BSG), Wisconsin’s largest annual Olympic-style sporting competition for amateur athletes of all ages and athletic abilities. 

BSG Winter Games began back in 1989 with only five events – Alpine Skiing, Curling, Nordic Skiing, Figure Skating, and Hockey.

“In 2022 we will be offering 23 various sporting events giving athletes the chance to win Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals,” a BSG release stated.

On Jan. 8, the Winter Games kicks off with two events:  Alpine Skiing and Youth Hockey.  

“Alpine has a full day of skiing at Granite Peak Ski Resort from 9:00 am until late afternoon.  We have one athlete who is excited to attend his 33rd year.  He has never missed a BSG Alpine event and he is traveling from Sister Bay.   Squirt A & B Youth Hockey takes center ice with games all day long on Saturday & Sunday at Marathon Park Ice Rinks,” the release added.

More detailed info about each sport with schedule and location can be found at www.badgerstateegames.org.