Jesse Temple
@jessetemple.bsky.social
Director of content for Badger Connect. University of Wisconsin beat reporter since 2011. Contact me at: jntemple11@gmail.com
Find my stories here: https://www.badgerconnect.com/news/
Find my stories here: https://www.badgerconnect.com/news/
Video: Wisconsin’s Caroline Harvey on representing the U.S. women’s hockey team at the Winter Olympics: www.badgerconnect.com/video-wiscon...
Video: Wisconsin’s Caroline Harvey on representing the U.S. women’s hockey team at the Winter Olympics
Harvey sat down with Mike Heller to discuss her career and expectations for the tournament.
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February 2, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Video: Wisconsin’s Caroline Harvey on representing the U.S. women’s hockey team at the Winter Olympics: www.badgerconnect.com/video-wiscon...
New Badgers mailbag up at Badger Connect. Attempting to rank Wisconsin's position groups out of portal season and much more. www.badgerconnect.com/how-should-w...
How should Wisconsin’s position groups be ranked after transfer portal season? Badgers mailbag
Answering your questions on football, women’s basketball and the search for a new chancellor.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:07 PM
New Badgers mailbag up at Badger Connect. Attempting to rank Wisconsin's position groups out of portal season and much more. www.badgerconnect.com/how-should-w...
We have a new Badger Bites episode at Badger Connect, and it’s a good one.
Wisconsin QB coach Kenny Guiton sits down for a 1-on-1 to discuss the addition of Colton Joseph and leading a revamped room next season. Check out the full episode here: www.badgerconnect.com/badger-bites...
Wisconsin QB coach Kenny Guiton sits down for a 1-on-1 to discuss the addition of Colton Joseph and leading a revamped room next season. Check out the full episode here: www.badgerconnect.com/badger-bites...
Badger Bites: 1-on-1 with Wisconsin QB coach Kenny Guiton on Colton Joseph and a revamped room
Wisconsin enters the year with five scholarship quarterbacks on the roster and with renewed enthusiasm.
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January 28, 2026 at 12:07 PM
We have a new Badger Bites episode at Badger Connect, and it’s a good one.
Wisconsin QB coach Kenny Guiton sits down for a 1-on-1 to discuss the addition of Colton Joseph and leading a revamped room next season. Check out the full episode here: www.badgerconnect.com/badger-bites...
Wisconsin QB coach Kenny Guiton sits down for a 1-on-1 to discuss the addition of Colton Joseph and leading a revamped room next season. Check out the full episode here: www.badgerconnect.com/badger-bites...
“I think Wisconsin has a pretty powerful class in 2027. So they’re definitely putting lots of effort to hammer down this in-state class.”
How in-state football recruiting efforts have Wisconsin positioned for success in the 2027 class www.badgerconnect.com/how-in-state...
How in-state football recruiting efforts have Wisconsin positioned for success in the 2027 class www.badgerconnect.com/how-in-state...
How in-state football recruiting efforts have Wisconsin positioned for success in the 2027 class
The Badgers have commitments from three in-state players and scholarship offers out to five more uncommitted recruits.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:35 PM
“I think Wisconsin has a pretty powerful class in 2027. So they’re definitely putting lots of effort to hammer down this in-state class.”
How in-state football recruiting efforts have Wisconsin positioned for success in the 2027 class www.badgerconnect.com/how-in-state...
How in-state football recruiting efforts have Wisconsin positioned for success in the 2027 class www.badgerconnect.com/how-in-state...
Taking stock of Wisconsin’s football transfer portal additions on defense and special teams www.badgerconnect.com/taking-stock...
Taking stock of Wisconsin’s football transfer portal additions on defense and special teams
The Badgers hope to continue their upward trajectory on defense in Year 4 under Mike Tressel.
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January 26, 2026 at 12:46 PM
Taking stock of Wisconsin’s football transfer portal additions on defense and special teams www.badgerconnect.com/taking-stock...
“We’re just trying to punish teams.”
How John Blackwell and Nick Boyd have meshed to become one of the nation’s best backcourt duos www.badgerconnect.com/how-john-bla...
How John Blackwell and Nick Boyd have meshed to become one of the nation’s best backcourt duos www.badgerconnect.com/how-john-bla...
How John Blackwell and Nick Boyd have meshed to become one of the nation’s best backcourt duos | Badger Connect
Blackwell and Boyd have been catalysts as Wisconsin continues to build its NCAA Tournament resume.
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January 23, 2026 at 12:23 PM
“We’re just trying to punish teams.”
How John Blackwell and Nick Boyd have meshed to become one of the nation’s best backcourt duos www.badgerconnect.com/how-john-bla...
How John Blackwell and Nick Boyd have meshed to become one of the nation’s best backcourt duos www.badgerconnect.com/how-john-bla...
We've got a new episode of The Camp out now. Recapping Luke Fickell's transfer portal press conference, taking listener questions and more. www.youtube.com/watch?v=4i9N...
January 22, 2026 at 4:20 PM
We've got a new episode of The Camp out now. Recapping Luke Fickell's transfer portal press conference, taking listener questions and more. www.youtube.com/watch?v=4i9N...
New story: Five takeaways from Luke Fickell on Wisconsin’s transfer portal cycle this offseason www.badgerconnect.com/five-takeawa...
Five takeaways from Luke Fickell on Wisconsin’s transfer portal cycle this offseason
The Badgers have officially signed 32 portal players this month.
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January 21, 2026 at 10:18 PM
New story: Five takeaways from Luke Fickell on Wisconsin’s transfer portal cycle this offseason www.badgerconnect.com/five-takeawa...
We have a new episode of The Swing. Discussing Wisconsin's four-game winning streak, path to the NCAA Tournament and more. www.youtube.com/watch?v=PA5H...
January 20, 2026 at 4:58 PM
We have a new episode of The Swing. Discussing Wisconsin's four-game winning streak, path to the NCAA Tournament and more. www.youtube.com/watch?v=PA5H...
It's been an extremely busy transfer portal cycle for Wisconsin. Taking stock of the Badgers' portal additions on offense. www.badgerconnect.com/taking-stock...
Taking stock of Wisconsin’s football transfer portal additions on offense
The Badgers added 15 players across every offensive position group.
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January 19, 2026 at 12:05 PM
It's been an extremely busy transfer portal cycle for Wisconsin. Taking stock of the Badgers' portal additions on offense. www.badgerconnect.com/taking-stock...
Wisconsin beats Rutgers 96-87 for the Badgers’ fourth straight victory.
Nick Boyd drops a game-high 32 points and nine assists. John Blackwell adds 19 points and Nolan Winter 18 points.
Wisconsin is 13-5 overall, 5-2 in the Big Ten. Badgers keep trending in the right direction.
Nick Boyd drops a game-high 32 points and nine assists. John Blackwell adds 19 points and Nolan Winter 18 points.
Wisconsin is 13-5 overall, 5-2 in the Big Ten. Badgers keep trending in the right direction.
January 17, 2026 at 9:07 PM
Wisconsin beats Rutgers 96-87 for the Badgers’ fourth straight victory.
Nick Boyd drops a game-high 32 points and nine assists. John Blackwell adds 19 points and Nolan Winter 18 points.
Wisconsin is 13-5 overall, 5-2 in the Big Ten. Badgers keep trending in the right direction.
Nick Boyd drops a game-high 32 points and nine assists. John Blackwell adds 19 points and Nolan Winter 18 points.
Wisconsin is 13-5 overall, 5-2 in the Big Ten. Badgers keep trending in the right direction.
Greg Gard asked if any player had a joke before a recent film study. Aleksas Bieliauskas surprisingly raised his hand.
“Oh boy,” he said. “I couldn’t stop laughing.”
How Bieliauskas has found a new comfort zone on his journey from Lithuania to Wisconsin: www.badgerconnect.com/how-aleksas-...
“Oh boy,” he said. “I couldn’t stop laughing.”
How Bieliauskas has found a new comfort zone on his journey from Lithuania to Wisconsin: www.badgerconnect.com/how-aleksas-...
How Aleksas Bieliauskas has learned to thrive in making the journey from Lithuania to Wisconsin
Bieliauskas, a freshman, has started the last 10 games for the Badgers.
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January 16, 2026 at 12:48 PM
Greg Gard asked if any player had a joke before a recent film study. Aleksas Bieliauskas surprisingly raised his hand.
“Oh boy,” he said. “I couldn’t stop laughing.”
How Bieliauskas has found a new comfort zone on his journey from Lithuania to Wisconsin: www.badgerconnect.com/how-aleksas-...
“Oh boy,” he said. “I couldn’t stop laughing.”
How Bieliauskas has found a new comfort zone on his journey from Lithuania to Wisconsin: www.badgerconnect.com/how-aleksas-...
If you thought the football transfer portal cycle was wild, well, volleyball would like to have a word.
Wisconsin’s Kelly Sheffield details an eye-opening portal experience and roster overhaul for a team expected to once again be among the nation’s best. www.badgerconnect.com/wisconsin-vo...
Wisconsin’s Kelly Sheffield details an eye-opening portal experience and roster overhaul for a team expected to once again be among the nation’s best. www.badgerconnect.com/wisconsin-vo...
Wisconsin volleyball coach Kelly Sheffield details eye-opening transfer portal cycle and roster overhaul
The Badgers lost six players to the portal, including starting outside hitter Una Vajagic.
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January 15, 2026 at 12:05 PM
If you thought the football transfer portal cycle was wild, well, volleyball would like to have a word.
Wisconsin’s Kelly Sheffield details an eye-opening portal experience and roster overhaul for a team expected to once again be among the nation’s best. www.badgerconnect.com/wisconsin-vo...
Wisconsin’s Kelly Sheffield details an eye-opening portal experience and roster overhaul for a team expected to once again be among the nation’s best. www.badgerconnect.com/wisconsin-vo...
We're back with a new Badger Bites episode. This one is really cool (and it's a great day for it, too).
Joe Krabbenhoft takes us inside the film room to break down what Wisconsin's basketball coaches look for in their system and how they teach players. www.badgerconnect.com/badger-bites...
Joe Krabbenhoft takes us inside the film room to break down what Wisconsin's basketball coaches look for in their system and how they teach players. www.badgerconnect.com/badger-bites...
Badger Bites: Inside the film room with Joe Krabbenhoft on Wisconsin’s basketball team
Krabbenhoft explains what coaches are looking for from players in the Badgers’ system.
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January 14, 2026 at 12:03 PM
We're back with a new Badger Bites episode. This one is really cool (and it's a great day for it, too).
Joe Krabbenhoft takes us inside the film room to break down what Wisconsin's basketball coaches look for in their system and how they teach players. www.badgerconnect.com/badger-bites...
Joe Krabbenhoft takes us inside the film room to break down what Wisconsin's basketball coaches look for in their system and how they teach players. www.badgerconnect.com/badger-bites...
‘His potential is super high’: How Deuce Adams fits as Wisconsin’s latest transfer portal QB addition www.badgerconnect.com/his-potentia...
‘His potential is super high’: How Deuce Adams fits as Wisconsin’s latest transfer portal QB addition
Adams appeared in six games and made one start for Louisville as a redshirt freshman last season.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:03 PM
‘His potential is super high’: How Deuce Adams fits as Wisconsin’s latest transfer portal QB addition www.badgerconnect.com/his-potentia...
Wisconsin knocks off undefeated and No. 2 Michigan 91-88 on the road.
John Blackwell scores 26 points, Nick Boyd 22, Aleksas Bieliauskas 17, Braedon Carrington 12.
First signature victory for the Badgers. That is one of the best wins by any team in the country this season.
John Blackwell scores 26 points, Nick Boyd 22, Aleksas Bieliauskas 17, Braedon Carrington 12.
First signature victory for the Badgers. That is one of the best wins by any team in the country this season.
January 10, 2026 at 8:20 PM
Wisconsin knocks off undefeated and No. 2 Michigan 91-88 on the road.
John Blackwell scores 26 points, Nick Boyd 22, Aleksas Bieliauskas 17, Braedon Carrington 12.
First signature victory for the Badgers. That is one of the best wins by any team in the country this season.
John Blackwell scores 26 points, Nick Boyd 22, Aleksas Bieliauskas 17, Braedon Carrington 12.
First signature victory for the Badgers. That is one of the best wins by any team in the country this season.
“I’ve grown up around a ton of people that put their heart and soul into Badger football. To be a part of that tradition and that culture is insane.”
BREAKING: Four-star in-state TE Korz Loken commits to Wisconsin. Here’s what it means for the Badgers: www.badgerconnect.com/why-four-sta...
BREAKING: Four-star in-state TE Korz Loken commits to Wisconsin. Here’s what it means for the Badgers: www.badgerconnect.com/why-four-sta...
Why four-star in-state tight end Korz Loken committed to Wisconsin and his fit with the Badgers
Loken, the No. 8 tight end in the country, represents a major addition for the program.
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January 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM
“I’ve grown up around a ton of people that put their heart and soul into Badger football. To be a part of that tradition and that culture is insane.”
BREAKING: Four-star in-state TE Korz Loken commits to Wisconsin. Here’s what it means for the Badgers: www.badgerconnect.com/why-four-sta...
BREAKING: Four-star in-state TE Korz Loken commits to Wisconsin. Here’s what it means for the Badgers: www.badgerconnect.com/why-four-sta...
"Be prepared to act."
Inside Wisconsin’s transfer portal approach with head coach Luke Fickell and GM Marcus Sedberry.
This story is unlocked and free for everyone to read at Badger Connect: www.badgerconnect.com/inside-wisco...
Inside Wisconsin’s transfer portal approach with head coach Luke Fickell and GM Marcus Sedberry.
This story is unlocked and free for everyone to read at Badger Connect: www.badgerconnect.com/inside-wisco...
Inside Wisconsin’s transfer portal approach with head coach Luke Fickell and GM Marcus Sedberry
The Badgers have overhauled their roster by adding 24 portal players so far.
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January 9, 2026 at 11:37 PM
"Be prepared to act."
Inside Wisconsin’s transfer portal approach with head coach Luke Fickell and GM Marcus Sedberry.
This story is unlocked and free for everyone to read at Badger Connect: www.badgerconnect.com/inside-wisco...
Inside Wisconsin’s transfer portal approach with head coach Luke Fickell and GM Marcus Sedberry.
This story is unlocked and free for everyone to read at Badger Connect: www.badgerconnect.com/inside-wisco...
Inside Wisconsin’s transfer portal approach with head coach Luke Fickell and GM Marcus Sedberry: www.badgerconnect.com/inside-wisco...
Inside Wisconsin’s transfer portal approach with head coach Luke Fickell and GM Marcus Sedberry
The Badgers have overhauled their roster by adding 23 portal players so far.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:38 PM
Inside Wisconsin’s transfer portal approach with head coach Luke Fickell and GM Marcus Sedberry: www.badgerconnect.com/inside-wisco...
"It’s exciting to see what they can do this year. I know everybody is frustrated about last year, so the only way to go is up.”
Eugene Hilton Jr. and his dad detail decision to withdraw from transfer portal and return to Wisconsin: www.badgerconnect.com/eugene-hilto...
Eugene Hilton Jr. and his dad detail decision to withdraw from transfer portal and return to Wisconsin: www.badgerconnect.com/eugene-hilto...
Eugene Hilton Jr. and his dad detail decision to withdraw from portal and return to Wisconsin
Hilton Jr. caught eight passes for 91 yards as a freshman and is expected to have a bigger role.
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January 8, 2026 at 11:02 PM
"It’s exciting to see what they can do this year. I know everybody is frustrated about last year, so the only way to go is up.”
Eugene Hilton Jr. and his dad detail decision to withdraw from transfer portal and return to Wisconsin: www.badgerconnect.com/eugene-hilto...
Eugene Hilton Jr. and his dad detail decision to withdraw from transfer portal and return to Wisconsin: www.badgerconnect.com/eugene-hilto...
Wisconsin adds former West Virginia defensive lineman Hammond Russell IV to its transfer portal class. In three seasons, Hammond notched 40 tackles and 5.5 sacks.
January 8, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Wisconsin adds former West Virginia defensive lineman Hammond Russell IV to its transfer portal class. In three seasons, Hammond notched 40 tackles and 5.5 sacks.
“I feel like if it all comes together, we can do something very special, have one of the best defenses in the Big Ten.”
How Wisconsin revamped its cornerback room to add depth, experience and talent. Will be some key differences on the field next season. www.badgerconnect.com/how-wisconsi...
How Wisconsin revamped its cornerback room to add depth, experience and talent. Will be some key differences on the field next season. www.badgerconnect.com/how-wisconsi...
How Wisconsin revamped its cornerback room to add intriguing portal mix of depth, experience and talent
The Badgers signed four portal corners, all from Power 4 programs.
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January 8, 2026 at 12:08 PM
“I feel like if it all comes together, we can do something very special, have one of the best defenses in the Big Ten.”
How Wisconsin revamped its cornerback room to add depth, experience and talent. Will be some key differences on the field next season. www.badgerconnect.com/how-wisconsi...
How Wisconsin revamped its cornerback room to add depth, experience and talent. Will be some key differences on the field next season. www.badgerconnect.com/how-wisconsi...
Wisconsin has another transfer portal addition, this time with former Ohio State cornerback Bryce West. He was a four-star prospect and the No. 9 cornerback in the 2024 class. West has three years of eligibility left.
That's four corners so far from the portal in this rebuild.
That's four corners so far from the portal in this rebuild.
January 6, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Wisconsin has another transfer portal addition, this time with former Ohio State cornerback Bryce West. He was a four-star prospect and the No. 9 cornerback in the 2024 class. West has three years of eligibility left.
That's four corners so far from the portal in this rebuild.
That's four corners so far from the portal in this rebuild.
Wisconsin is back at it in the portal. The Badgers have picked up a commitment from former Arkansas offensive lineman Blake Cherry, who appeared in all 12 games as a freshman.
He's reuniting with new Wisconsin O-line coach Eric Mateos and has three years of eligibility left.
He's reuniting with new Wisconsin O-line coach Eric Mateos and has three years of eligibility left.
January 6, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Wisconsin is back at it in the portal. The Badgers have picked up a commitment from former Arkansas offensive lineman Blake Cherry, who appeared in all 12 games as a freshman.
He's reuniting with new Wisconsin O-line coach Eric Mateos and has three years of eligibility left.
He's reuniting with new Wisconsin O-line coach Eric Mateos and has three years of eligibility left.
"I said, 'Just get me a QB and we're going to make things happen.' That's what they did."
Inside the start of Wisconsin’s offseason transfer portal overhaul on offense: www.badgerconnect.com/inside-the-s...
Inside the start of Wisconsin’s offseason transfer portal overhaul on offense: www.badgerconnect.com/inside-the-s...
Inside the start of Wisconsin’s offseason transfer portal overhaul on offense
The Badgers have revamped their roster at each position.
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January 6, 2026 at 12:17 PM
"I said, 'Just get me a QB and we're going to make things happen.' That's what they did."
Inside the start of Wisconsin’s offseason transfer portal overhaul on offense: www.badgerconnect.com/inside-the-s...
Inside the start of Wisconsin’s offseason transfer portal overhaul on offense: www.badgerconnect.com/inside-the-s...