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Kentucky Survives Five-Set Thriller Against Wisconsin To Punch Ticket To Title Game

Kentucky Survives Five-Set Thriller Against Wisconsin To Punch Ticket To Title Game

In a match that oscillated between “absolute disaster” and “instant classic,” Kentucky volleyball clawed its way out of a massive hole on Thursday night, defeating the Wisconsin Badgers in a five-set national semifinal that took years off everyone’s lives.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Big Ten Network / December 18
Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 18

Wisconsin offensive line coach Eric Mateos has a history of building winning, productive units

MADISON, Wis. - Eric Mateos has never been afraid to do things his way. It's a trait that's embedded in the way he coaches, installed in him from the time an overzealous soccer parent tattled on him in elementary school.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 18
Why new Wisconsin OL coach chose Badgers over offers from more successful programs

Why new Wisconsin OL coach chose Badgers over offers from more successful programs

When new Wisconsin Badgers offensive line coach Eric Mateos wasn't retained on his previous coaching staff at Arkansas, he had interest from a number of schools that wanted to hire him.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 18
Wisconsin Badgers will have second chance at QB they rejected in transfer portal last year

Wisconsin Badgers will have second chance at QB they rejected in transfer portal last year

In the transfer portal last winter, Penn State quarterback Beau Pribula thought he was going to join the Wisconsin Badgers. At the last minute, Luke Fickell signed Billy Edwards Jr.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 18

Four reasons that Wisconsin Badgers volleyball is must-watch television for tonight's Final Four

MADISON, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin volleyball team is no stranger to the Final Four, heading to college volleyball's final weekend for the fifth time in the last seven seasons.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 18
Preview: Wisconsin Badgers volleyball Final Four match vs Kentucky

Preview: Wisconsin Badgers volleyball Final Four match vs Kentucky

It will once again be Wisconsin versus Kentucky in the Final Four, but this time, it's the volleyball team's turn to send the Wildcats home. The Badgers are facing one of the hottest teams, but they'll be more than ready to take down another No.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 17
Wisconsin Badgers prioritizing key portal QB despite steep 2026 price tag

Wisconsin Badgers prioritizing key portal QB despite steep 2026 price tag

The Wisconsin Badgers‘ staff appears to have a top transfer portal option at quarterback in mind as the opening of the portal is just weeks away. With plenty of top quarterbacks already entered into the portal before the official opening in January, Wisconsin is eyeing a certain man.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Big Ten Network / December 17
Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 17
Wisconsin Badgers unveil new plan for increasing NIL opportunities to pay athletes

Wisconsin Badgers unveil new plan for increasing NIL opportunities to pay athletes

Wisconsin Badgers athletic director Chris McIntosh promised that his department would create additional NIL opportunities to attract and pay players more money.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 17
Fifth-year senior will run it back with the Wisconsin Badgers in 2026

Fifth-year senior will run it back with the Wisconsin Badgers in 2026

MADISON, Wis. – Injuries kept Charles Perkins from having the season he wanted at the FBS level. He's willing to give it a second chance in Wisconsin's defense.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 17
Wisconsin Badgers jump in on recruiting 5-star offensive lineman who is a freak-athlete

Wisconsin Badgers jump in on recruiting 5-star offensive lineman who is a freak-athlete

The Wisconsin Badgers made their first big change to the coaching staff last week, hiring former Arkansas offensive line coach Eric Mateos after he turned the Razorbacks' front five into one of the top units in the country during his two seasons in the position.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 17
Wisconsin Badgers begin to regroup after looking 'foolish' against Nebraska

Wisconsin Badgers begin to regroup after looking 'foolish' against Nebraska

MADISON, Wis. - In the immediate aftermath of Wisconsin's 90-60 thrashing at the hands of Nebraska, head coach Greg Gard was harsh with his team's performance but did reserve full judgment until he had the displeasure of reviewing the tape.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 17
Vajagic, Wisconsin Badgers aim to continue thrilling 2025 NCAA Tournament magic

Vajagic, Wisconsin Badgers aim to continue thrilling 2025 NCAA Tournament magic

The Wisconsin Badgers are a day away from a challenging NCAA Tournament semifinal match-up against the strong Kentucky Wildcats. Wisconsin secured a thrilling win over Texas in the previous round after losing an early season match-up to the Longhorns.

Skyler Bell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 16
Former Wisconsin Badgers receiver earns third All-American honor

Former Wisconsin Badgers receiver earns third All-American honor

After getting mismanaged by the University of Wisconsin's offensive coaching staff, Skyler Bell decided he would return home and play for Connecticut. It turned out to be a smart career decision.

Wisconsin Badgers preparing for powerhouse #1 Kentucky Wildcats during NCAA semifinals

Wisconsin Badgers preparing for powerhouse #1 Kentucky Wildcats during NCAA semifinals

After a thrilling win over Texas, the Wisconsin Badgers are back in action on December 18th in Missouri to take on the Kentucky Wildcats. Kentucky is one of the strongest teams in the country with a current 25 match win streak going and just two losses suffered all season.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 16
Badgers starter enters transfer portal after Wisconsin failed to recruit his brother

Badgers starter enters transfer portal after Wisconsin failed to recruit his brother

The Wisconsin Badgers are left with a significant lack of experience at the cornerback position after their latest departure via the transfer portal. Cornerback Geimere Latimer's decision to leave wasn't too surprising though, and it's not hard to guess where he'll end up next.

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