5 Super Athletes With Ties To Muskego

Sports have a way of teaching invaluable life lessons — building character, fostering teamwork and strengthening the bonds within a community. In the Muskego area, these values have shaped some truly remarkable athletes from different eras, whose accomplishments continue to inspire.

Patch has teamed up with T-Mobile to spotlight five standout athletes whose achievements have left a lasting mark on our community. While this list is just a snapshot, there are countless others who have helped shape the rich sports culture in our area.

1. Tom Clark (Bowling)

Originally from Syracuse, New York, Tom Clark has built a lifelong career in bowling, from competing at Buffalo State University to becoming one of the sport’s most influential leaders. Now a resident of Muskego, he has served as the Commissioner of the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA), overseeing major media transitions, expanding the PBA’s global reach and championing the sport’s growth. Before his executive career, Clark was a passionate bowler himself, competing nationally in college and later working as a journalist to improve media coverage of the sport.

2. Andrija Novakovich (Soccer)

Muskego native Andrija Novakovich has built an international soccer career, playing as a forward for clubs across Europe. A standout youth player, he was named Wisconsin’s Gatorade Player of the Year after scoring 41 goals in high school before forgoing college to join English club Reading in 2014. He has since played in the Netherlands and Italy, earning caps for the U.S. Men’s National Team in 2018.

3. Kate Jochims (Cross Country)

A dominant distance runner from Muskego, Kate Jochims has excelled in both track and cross country at Marquette University. A multiple-time BIG EAST All-Academic selection, she has consistently led her team in competitions, earning top finishes in the steeplechase, 5K and 6K events. Jochims was also a standout at Muskego High School, helping her team win multiple state championships before continuing her success at the collegiate level.

4. Hunter Wohler (Football)

Muskego’s Hunter Wohler has established himself as a rising star in football, first leading Muskego High School to an undefeated streak and two state championships before becoming a standout safety for the Wisconsin Badgers. Known for his hard-hitting play and leadership, Wohler was named the 2021 Wisconsin Gatorade Player of the Year and has since become a team captain at Wisconsin, leading all Big Ten defensive backs in tackles in 2023.

5. Sara Jochims (Track & Field)

Sara Jochims—sister of Kate Jochims—has also made a name for herself at the collegiate level, competing in track and cross country for the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Specializing in the steeplechase and 5K, she has earned multiple top finishes in Horizon League Championships and has been a consistent contributor to her team’s success. At Muskego High School, Jochims was part of multiple state championship-winning teams and a national qualifier in cross country.

This content is brought to our community in partnership with T-Mobile.