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The New Zealand guard made the jump to the NBL this season in preparation for his time with the Badgers.
Wisconsin men's basketball signs 2nd commit in early signing period
The New Zealand guard made the jump to the NBL this season in preparation for his time with the Badgers.
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November 17, 2025 at 12:20 AM
After losing four straight games to Green Bay, Wisconsin women's basketball secures its first win over its in-state foe since 2016.
3 things that stood out from Wisconsin women's basketball win over Green Bay
After losing four straight games to Green Bay, Wisconsin women's basketball secures its first win over its in-state foe since 2016.
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November 16, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Bret Bielema and the Illini will be in Madison as the Badgers honor their seniors next week.
Kickoff time, TV information released for Wisconsin's final home game of season vs. Illinois
Bret Bielema and the Illini will be in Madison as the Badgers honor their seniors next week.
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November 16, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Gavin Morrissey scored an overtime goal after hitting the post late in regulation, and Logan Hensler turned a negative into a positive for the Badgers against Ohio State.
Sophomores deliver for Wisconsin men's hockey after moments of frustration
Gavin Morrissey scored an overtime goal after hitting the post late in regulation, and Logan Hensler turned a negative into a positive for the Badgers against Ohio State.
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November 16, 2025 at 11:08 AM
A look at freshman quarterback Carter Smith, a few senior defenders making plays, the offensive play-calling and more.
4 observations from rewatching Wisconsin's loss at No. 2 Indiana
A look at freshman quarterback Carter Smith, a few senior defenders making plays, the offensive play-calling and more.
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November 16, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Wisconsin sweeps its opponent two days in a row as the team extends its winning streak to five matches.
3 things that stood out in No. 11 Wisconsin volleyball's sweep of Illinois
Wisconsin sweeps its opponent two days in a row as the team extends its winning streak to five matches.
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November 16, 2025 at 5:11 AM
Gavin Morrissey rescued the Badgers from a bad result after they lost a two-goal lead in the third period. Here's what stood out.
3 things that stood out from Wisconsin men's hockey overtime win over Ohio State
Gavin Morrissey rescued the Badgers from a bad result after they lost a two-goal lead in the third period. Here's what stood out.
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November 16, 2025 at 2:46 AM
Carter Smith looked like the Badgers' quarterback of the future for 30 minutes. It was the next 30 that could send Luke Fickell back to the transfer portal this offseason.
Polzin: There's no easy answer to this question, but Wisconsin's Fickell must get it right
Carter Smith looked like the Badgers' quarterback of the future for 30 minutes. It was the next 30 that could send Luke Fickell back to the transfer portal this offseason.
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November 16, 2025 at 12:20 AM
The Badgers women's hockey team couldn't hold third-period leads and left with a tie that broke a road winning streak at 16 games.
3 things that stood out from Wisconsin women's hockey's tie at St. Cloud State
The Badgers women's hockey team couldn't hold third-period leads and left with a tie that broke a road winning streak at 16 games.
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November 15, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Wisconsin's offense is one of the worst in college football in creating plays of 10 or more yards, a weakness that limited it against No. 2 Indiana on Saturday.
Wisconsin football's lack of explosive plays, inability to stop them remains difference maker
Wisconsin's offense is one of the worst in college football in creating plays of 10 or more yards, a weakness that limited it against No. 2 Indiana on Saturday.
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November 15, 2025 at 11:10 PM
The Badgers had chances for a couple big plays, but they squandered the opportunities. That can't happen when trying to pull an upset on the road.
Polzin: Badgers football talking points from Wisconsin's second-half fade at Indiana
The Badgers had chances for a couple big plays, but they squandered the opportunities. That can't happen when trying to pull an upset on the road.
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November 15, 2025 at 8:25 PM
A Heisman Trophy favorite set a program record to help the Hoosiers overcome a slow start against the Badgers and true freshman quarterback Carter Smith.
3 things that stood out in Wisconsin football's loss at No. 2 Indiana
A Heisman Trophy favorite set a program record to help the Hoosiers overcome a slow start against the Badgers and true freshman quarterback Carter Smith.
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November 15, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Wisconsin's upset hopes died in the second half. What did you make of the Badgers' efforts against the Hoosiers?
Poll: How would you grade Wisconsin football's performance at No. 2 Indiana
Wisconsin's upset hopes died in the second half. What did you make of the Badgers' efforts against the Hoosiers?
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November 15, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Everything you need to know to prepare yourself for the Badgers' Game 10 matchup at Indiana.
How to watch, stream, listen to Wisconsin football at No. 2 Indiana
Everything you need to know to prepare yourself for the Badgers' Game 10 matchup at Indiana.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:38 PM
The Badgers' 5-1 home loss continued a trend against Ohio State, but the power play didn't create the kind of chances that it had recently.
Plenty of blame to go around for Wisconsin men's hockey loss, but a sudden downturn was key
The Badgers' 5-1 home loss continued a trend against Ohio State, but the power play didn't create the kind of chances that it had recently.
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November 15, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Erin Connolly delivered a game-changing performance to lead the Badgers women's soccer team to the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
Wisconsin women's soccer rallies to win NCAA Tournament opener
Erin Connolly delivered a game-changing performance to lead the Badgers women's soccer team to the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
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November 15, 2025 at 4:12 AM
Ohio State continued to be a thorn in the Badgers' side. Here's what stood out.
3 things that stood out from Wisconsin men's hockey's loss to Ohio State
Ohio State continued to be a thorn in the Badgers' side. Here's what stood out.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:52 AM
Badgers coach Kelly Sheffield stirred the pot to come up with a winning formula on the road. Here's what stood out from the match.
3 things that stood out in Wisconsin volleyball's sweep of Michigan State
Badgers coach Kelly Sheffield stirred the pot to come up with a winning formula on the road. Here's what stood out from the match.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:36 AM
The Badgers ran their undefeated streak in games at St. Cloud State to 31 after Caroline Harvey scored twice to set a program record.
3 things that stood out from Wisconsin women's hockey's win at St. Cloud State
The Badgers ran their undefeated streak in games at St. Cloud State to 31 after Caroline Harvey scored twice to set a program record.
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November 15, 2025 at 2:41 AM
The Badgers added the first member of their next class in the early signing period.
In-state wing signs with Wisconsin men's basketball's class of 2026
The Badgers added the first member of their next class in the early signing period.
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November 14, 2025 at 8:40 PM
The Badgers have had to run a few versions of the offense that coordinator Jeff Grimes intended. He spoke exclusively with BadgerExtra about the challenges his unit has faced.
Wisconsin OC Jeff Grimes describes adjusting offense amid injuries, struggles
The Badgers have had to run a few versions of the offense that coordinator Jeff Grimes intended. He spoke exclusively with BadgerExtra about the challenges his unit has faced.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Who could have imagined asking this question two years ago: Can the Badgers catch Indiana on and off the field?
Polzin: Remember when Indiana football stunk? How Cignetti raised the bar for Fickell, Wisconsin
Who could have imagined asking this question two years ago: Can the Badgers catch Indiana on and off the field?
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November 14, 2025 at 11:09 AM
A look inside how Kristen Simon won a battle between two highly touted recruits to be the Badgers' starting libero.
Chasing digs powers this Wisconsin volleyball freshman. The spotlight can shine elsewhere
A look inside how Kristen Simon won a battle between two highly touted recruits to be the Badgers' starting libero.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:38 AM
The Badgers have lost their last two games against the Hoosiers after winning 10 consecutive. How can Wisconsin hope to flip the trend?
5 keys for Wisconsin football game at No. 2 Indiana
The Badgers have lost their last two games against the Hoosiers after winning 10 consecutive. How can Wisconsin hope to flip the trend?
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November 14, 2025 at 10:08 AM
The Badgers offense has been a work in progress. That progress needs to take another step this week.
X-factor in Wisconsin football's game at No. 2 Indiana
The Badgers offense has been a work in progress. That progress needs to take another step this week.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:38 AM