EaglesUW-La CrosseFormer Director of Athletics Joe Baker Passes Away; Served in Role for 12 Years as Eagles Captured 25 National Titles
UW-La Crosse · Oct 16, 2026
La Crosse, Wis. - Former University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Director of Athletics Joe Baker passed away in Tampa, Florida, on October 1 at the age of 77. General
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