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Wisconsin Football Soars in Recruiting Rankings After Four-Star Commits

Don't look now, but the Badgers are off to quite the hot start in the 2027 recruiting cycle — and they have yet to leave the state for a commitment. Wisconsin football landed long-time in-state target Cole Reiter on Friday.

Greg Gard News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 28

Greg Gard Could Have His Busiest Transfer Portal Season Yet

With forwards Jack Robison and now Riccardo Greppi set to enter the transfer portal when it opens on April 7, Wisconsin's roster for 2026-27 is slowly taking shape.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 28

Wisconsin Badgers lose international recruit to the transfer portal

MADISON, Wis. - Wisconsin first international venture in the post-NIL era did not pan out. Forward Riccardo Greppi will transfer from the program after two seasons on campus.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 28

Badgers’ staff maintaining close eye on massive 2027 Arkansas DL prospect

The Wisconsin Badgers have continued to pursue new additions along the defensive line in the 2027 recruiting cycle from across the country. Valley View (AR) defensive lineman Eli Thornton has quietly become one of the top targets at the position for the Badgers’ staff.

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 27

Why In-State OL Cole Reiter is Luke Fickell's Biggest Recruiting Win Yet

Despite his distinct lack of on-field success, Wisconsin football head coach Luke Fickell has lured some impressively highly-touted prospects to Madison in his tenure with the Badgers.

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Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 27

'They Wanna Know About the Offensive Line': Jeff Grimes Loves Interactions With Badgers Fans

It's no secret that Wisconsin football's offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes has a soft spot in his heart for the offensive line. The play-caller was an offensive lineman himself at UTEP in the late '80s, and his wide zone running-based, pro-style offense is predicated on having a physical and punishing offensive line.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 27

Young Badgers Pass-Rushers see 'Insane' Results From Winter Workouts

The three-month stretch from January-March is a grueling time for Wisconsin football, and it's not just because of the frigid Madison winter. The Badgers' winter workouts, facilitated by fourth-year director of strength and conditioning Brady Collins, are no joke.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 27

Four-star guard ready to take the next step for Wisconsin Basketball

MADISON, Wis. - Zach Kinziger refuses to live in a world of regret. The true freshman from De Pere waited 12 games to make his college debut but spent the second part of the season buried at the end of Wisconsin's bench.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 27

How Former Wisconsin Basketball Players Fared in the 2025-26 Season

The transfer portal has drastically changed the landscape of college basketball, and the Wisconsin Badgers are no exception. Over the last few years, several players who started their journeys in Madison, or made a brief pit stop there, have packed their bags for new opportunities.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 26

Wisconsin Badgers add 2027 OT Cole Reiter to continue strong in-state run

The Wisconsin Badgers have dug into the in-state talent pool once again in the 2027 cycle to add a notable four-star talent to the team. 2027 four-star Germantown (WI) offensive tackle Cole Reiter announced his commitment to Wisconsin this afternoon.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 26

Several Badgers Standing out to Mike Tressel Early in Spring Ball

Wisconsin defensive coordinator Mike Tressel met with the media Thursday after the Badgers wrapped up spring practice number four, and offered plenty of takes on several key players.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 26

Wisconsin football gets verbal commitment from the state's top-ranked recruit

MADISON, Wis. - Luke Fickell has evidently got the message about the importance of recruiting and building his program with prospects from the state of Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 26

Sharpshooting Wing With Wisconsin Ties Hits the Transfer Portal

A shot-making wing Wisconsin basketball missed out on out of high school is available once again. Former four-star recruit Ryder Frost, who initially signed with Notre Dame, plans to enter the transfer portal when it opens on April 7.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 26

Takeaways From the Wisconsin Badgers' Fourth Practice of Spring Football Camp

MADISON, Wis. -- The Wisconsin Badgers had their final practice Thursday morning before a near two-week hiatus due to spring break. It was the most contact-filled practice yet, and with that came some competition-fueled scuffles and trash talk.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 26

Four Players Who Stood out at Wisconsin Football Spring Practice No. 4

MADISON, Wis. -- The Wisconsin Badgers football team hit the Camp Randall turf on Thursday morning for their fourth practice of spring camp. WIth the intensity and physicality slowly ramping up, there were some legitimate hits and contact throughout the session, allowing some of the players on the defensive side to make more plays.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 25

Three Early Potential Nick Boyd Replacements for Wisconsin Basketball

Many critical dominoes have yet to fall in regard to Wisconsin basketball's 2026-27 roster, namely the decisions of John Blackwell and Nolan Winter. We do know one thing for certain, however: Nick Boyd's time as a Badger is over.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 25

Wisconsin Football Adds Former Walk-On-Turned-Captain to Staff

Wisconsin football hasn't exactly been something for its passionate and robust alumni base to be proud of in recent years. Each of head coach Luke Fickell's first three seasons has been more disappointing than the last.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 25

More often than not, Wisconsin basketball rebounds from first-round losses

The University of Wisconsin has made three trips to the Final Four in the last 25 NCAA Tournaments, both as a Cinderella No.8 seed and a top-two seed in its region.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / March 24

Wisconsin Football Play-Caller Sees 'Improvement' From Offensive Line

It's no secret that the Badgers' offensive line play was horrific in 2025. Between injuries and flat-out abysmal play, Wisconsin's offensive front crumbled early in the season and only marginally improved as the year wore on.

Badgers claim Gold Medal, back-to-back National Championships weeks apart

The Wisconsin Badgers are officially women’s ice hockey National Champions in back-to-back seasons after defeating the Ohio State Buckeyes. The Badgers are the champions again and the program now has five titles since 2019 and nine total titles, which is the most in the country.

College Hockey News / Daily Faceoff / March 23

Wisconsin beats Ohio State to win second consecutive NCAA women’s hockey championship

A fitting way to end an incredible season. Thanks to a late goal from senior Claire Enright, the Wisconsin Badgers beat the Ohio State Buckeyes, 3-2, to win the 2026 NCAA Women’s D-I Championship.