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Purdue Softball Stockpiling Big Ten Weekly Awards

The Purdue softball team has once again received recognition from the Big Ten Conference. This week, pitcher Julia Gossett and freshman second baseman Anna Moore received honors from the league after producing stellar weekends on the diamond.

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Purdue Women's Basketball Adds International Guard to Incoming Recruiting Class

The Purdue women's basketball team picked up a huge commitment on Sunday, landing international guard Maya Zilbershlag. The 5-foot-11 prospect comes from Israel, also the home of current Boilermaker guard Hila Karsh.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 9

Where Purdue Basketball Ended the Regular Season in KenPom, NCAA NET & AP Rankings

Purdue closed out its regular season last week going 1-1, defeating Northwestern in thrilling fashion before falling to Wisconsin on Senior Day. It wasn't an ideal end to the year for the Boilermakers, who had preseason hopes of winning the Big Ten title.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 9

Purdue's History in the Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament

The college basketball regular season is in the books, which means it's time to move on to the 2026 Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament. Purdue is looking to make a run in this year's event, which is scheduled for March 10-15 at the United Center in Chicago.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 9

Purdue Big Ten Tournament Hub: Bracket, Schedule, TV Information & Predictions

Purdue's season didn't go quite according to plan. The Boilermakers had preseason aspirations of winning a Big Ten title, but finished 13-7 in conference play and received the No.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 8

Matt Painter Takes Ownership of Purdue's Home Struggles This Season

This season didn't go quite as Purdue had expected. On Saturday evening, the Boilermakers lost a 97-93 contest to Wisconsin, ending the regular season with a 23-8 record and a 13-7 mark in Big Ten play.

Braden Smith News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 8

Braden Smith Believes Purdue's Culture Will Survive Through Changing Landscape

The culture at Purdue is what brought Braden Smith to West Lafayette. It's also why he decided to return for his senior season. Even in a world where college basketball is constantly changing, the senior guard believes the environment within the program is strong enough to withstand the gusts of change.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 7

Purdue's Seed, Schedule Solidified for Big Ten Basketball Tournament

Purdue officially knows what seed it will have for next week's Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament in Chicago. The Boilermakers learned their seed late Saturday night, following UCLA's 89-68 win over USC.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Big Ten Network / March 6

Watch: Oregon at Purdue | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Baseball | 03/06/2026

Purdue Boilermakers News / Big Ten Network / March 6

Watch: St. Bonaventure at Purdue | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Softball | 03/06/2026

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 6

How Purdue Can Still Get a Triple-Bye for the Big Ten Basketball Tournament

The final stretch of Purdue's regular season may not have gone quite according to plan, but the Boilermakers still have an opportunity to earn a triple-bye for the Big Ten Tournament.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 6

Commitment Date Set for 4-Star Purdue Basketball Target Jamyn Sondrup

There's a chance Purdue adds a fifth member to its 2026 recruiting class. Four-star big man Jamyn Sondrup has set a commitment date and the Boilermakers are among six schools in consideration to land the 6-foot-9 forward.

College Basketball News / Total Apex Sports / March 5

Purdue Survives Northwestern Scare: CJ Cox Drops 27 To Spark Comeback Win

Some wins age like fine wine. Others look more like a gas station hot dog. Wednesday night’s 70-66 road victory over Northwestern at Welsh-Ryan Arena? Firmly in the second category.

Trey Kaufman-Renn News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 5

Why Trey Kaufman-Renn Believes Gritty Win vs. Northwestern is Beneficial for Purdue

Considering where the two teams stand in college basketball this season, you might expect Purdue to be a little agitated after pulling out a four-point win over Northwestern on Wednesday night.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 5

Purdue's Trey Kaufman-Renn Provides Update on Shoulder Injury vs. Northwestern

Winning heals everything. That may not be an entirely accurate statement, but it certainly helped Purdue's Trey Kaufman-Renn get through a hurt shoulder against Northwestern on Wednesday night in Evanston.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 5

Clunky First Half Results in Purdue's Demise in Big Ten Women's Tournament

INDIANAPOLIS — If Purdue could erase the first two quarters of Wednesday night's first-round Big Ten Tournament game against Oregon, it would be preparing for the next round.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 5

5 Thoughts From Purdue's 70-66 Victory Over Northwestern

Just win. At this point in the college basketball season, grabbing victories is all that really matters. That's exactly what Purdue was able to accomplish on Wednesday night in Evanston.

Watch: Purdue at Northwestern | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 03/04/2026

Purdue Boilermakers News / Big Ten Network / March 4

Watch: Oregon vs. Purdue | HIGHLIGHTS | 2026 B1G Women's Basketball Tournament | 03/04/2026

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 3

3 Keys to Purdue Beating Oregon in 1st Round of Big Ten Women's Tournament

INDIANAPOLIS — Purdue is back in the Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament this year, sneaking into the field thanks to a 67-62 win over Northwestern in the final game of the regular season.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 3

Matt Painter Invokes Nick Saban Quote When Calling Out Social Media Negativity

Matt Painter isn't oblivious to how toxic things can become in the social media sphere. Like most of us, he's not a big fan of it, but what bugs him the most is when he sees Purdue fans going after players on the team personally.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 3

Monster Weekend Results in Conference Honors for Purdue Pitcher Julia Gossett

Julia Gossett played a huge role in Purdue's 5-0 weekend in the Purple/Gold Challenge and received some accolades for her effort. The junior was named the Big Ten Pitcher of the Week after accounting for three of the Boilermakers' wins.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 3

Purdue's Latest Projected Seed, Regional Location With 2 Regular Season Games Left

Just one week ago, Purdue was considered a No. 2 seed by almost every bracket projection available. Back-to-back losses to Michigan State and Ohio State really pushed the Boilermakers back, though.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 2

What Happened to the Early-Season Version of Purdue Basketball?

Two days in November stand out more than the rest when thinking about the potential this year's Purdue team possesses. Although it was only a few weeks into the season, the Boilermakers may have reached their zenith.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 18

Purdue star joins elite company in NCAA all-time list

No. 1 Michigan and No. 6 Purdue faced off in a top-10 showdown on Tuesday night at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Ind. Two of the best teams in the nation battled in a high-stakes Big Ten Conference showdown.