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Wisconsin Badgers trying to deliver an important message to their NCAA Tournament newcomers

MADISON, Wis. - Braeden Carrington expects his view of the NCAA Tournament to be significantly better this time around. After missing out on the national

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Predicting Wisconsin's Full NCAA Tournament Path: Badgers Shed Postseason Demons

As Wisconsin gears up for its third NCAA Tournament in three years, a dark cloud hangs over the Badgers. As successful as this program has been (five straight

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Wisconsin men's hockey falls after early B1G Tournament exit

Madison, WI — After suffering its second-most lopsided postseason defeat on home ice in program history, Wisconsin men's hockey slid down the rankings in the national polls.

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Wisconsin Badgers March Madness Hub: Schedule, Seed, Opponent and Path to Final Four

Wisconsin basketball learned its fate on Selection Sunday, and now eagerly awaits as the NCAA Tournament draws nearer. Below, we'll keep track of everything you need to know about the Badgers' path through March Madness: Round of 64 (Thursday, March 19): #5 Wisconsin vs.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 16

Wisconsin Badgers finalize Official Visit for huge 2027 four-star RB target

The Wisconsin Badgers added another official visitor to the list after previously making the recent cut-down in programs for the recruit. 2027 St. John’s College (DC) running back Da’Jon Talley-Rhodes will take an Official Visit with Wisconsin weeks after announcing the program made his final six.

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One Thing Each Wisconsin Badgers Starter Can Improve For The NCAA Tournament

The Wisconsin Badgers' NCAA Tournament draw was revealed on Sunday, and they'll be headed out to Portland, Oregon to face No. 12 High Point on Thursday.

Robin Pingeton News / WI Sports Heroics / March 16

Wisconsin Badgers accept 2026 WBIT invite, earning notable seeding

The Wisconsin Badgers women’s basketball team will be returning to postseason play under Head Coach Robin Pingeton after a brief hiatus. The former Missouri Tigers’ coach was fired from her previous job just before being hired by Wisconsin, which cast early doubts upon Pingeton.

John Blackwell News / WI Sports Heroics / March 16

Wisconsin Badgers duo achieve something that had not seen before in over 3 decades

The Wisconsin Badgers are done with the Big Ten Tournament, but not before their terrific backcourt tandem of John Blackwell and Nick Boyd further impressed the nation with their work on the court.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 16

Wisconsin Badgers could be on upset alert as they draw dangerous 30-win opponent in March Madness first round

The Wisconsin Badgers got a fifth seed in the upcoming 2026 edition of the NCAA Tournament. That feels like low to many, considering the number of high-quality victories on the resume of Greg Gard’s team.

Nolan Winter News / WI Sports Heroics / March 16

Wisconsin Badgers’ Nolan Winter issues ‘concerned’ admission on injury before 2026 NCAA Tournament

The Wisconsin Badgers nearly defeated the Michigan Wolverines for the Big Ten tournament title, but they fell short, suffering a 68-65 loss to Dusty May’s team on Saturday.

John Blackwell News / WI Sports Heroics / March 15

Badgers’ Bracket Preview: Dominant Arkansas Razorbacks could challenge Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Badgers will officially go dancing this March and standing in the way of the team are two worthy adversaries. Wisconsin learned on Selection Sunday that the program would be headed out to the West Region of the NCAA Tournament.

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Wisconsin Badgers finds out tip time for NCAA Tournament first-round matchup

MADISON, Wis. - It will be brunch with the Wisconsin Badgers on Thursday. Earning a No.5 seed in the West Region and matchup with 12th-seed High Point, the champions of the Big South Conference, the Badgers will play at 12:50 p.m.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 15

Badgers’ Winter, Janicki trending positively ahead of big NCAA Tournament opener

The Wisconsin Badgers could potentially return to full strength before facing off against High Point in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament. Selection Sunday brought plenty of drama between Miami (OH) landing just inside of the tournament and Auburn, Oklahoma, San Diego State, and Indiana falling out of the picture.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 15

Four things to know about Wisconsin Badgers' NCAA Tournament first round opponent

MADISON, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin is about to see the mirrored version of itself at the mid-major level. High Point, the Badgers' Thursday opponent in the NCAA Tournament, isn't afraid to get up and down the floor and score at a high volume with a transfer guard who impacts winning.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 15

Wisconsin Badgers find out their seed and opponent in the 2026 NCAA Tournament

A rough start to the season and blowout losses against power-conference schools made it appear like the University of Wisconsin would be hard pressed to hear its name called on Selection Sunday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 15

How Wisconsin women's hockey clinched 4th-straight Frozen 4

Madison, WI — After failing to capture a third-straight WCHA Tournament title, Wisconsin women's hockey rebounded in its NCAA Tournament opener. After enjoying a first-round bye to the regional final, the Wisconsin Badgers earned a decisive victory over the Quinnipiac Bobcats and advanced to the Frozen Four.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 15

Which tight end will breakout for Wisconsin football?

Wisconsin football's spring practices are scheduled to kick off on March 19. With dozens of incoming transfers, a handful of new position coaches and a new starting quarterback once again, there'll be no shortage of intrigue when the Badgers hit the practice field.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 15

Which Wisconsin Badgers WR will become Colton Joseph's favorite target?

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Five teams the Wisconsin Badgers could face in the NCAA Tournament first round

CHICAGO - The University of Wisconsin now awaits its fate. Ranked No.19 in Wins Above Bubble, No.22 in KenPom and KPI, and No.25 in the NCAA NET rankings, the Badgers know they will hear their name called when the NCAA Tournament brackets start to be released this evening at 5 p.m.

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