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Greg Gard states the obvious when analyzing Wisconsin basketball's 2025-26 season

MADISON, Wis. - The television in the Gard household has stayed pretty quiet. With the transfer portal officially opening Tuesday, the official starting point of a roster-building feeding frenzy, head coach Greg Gard has spent a good portion of his time focused on restructuring and building a competitive team for the 2026-27 season.

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Wisconsin Badgers land international recruit before the transfer portal window

MADISON, Wis. - The first domino of Wisconsin's offseason fell on Friday night. With the transfer portal days away from opening, the Badgers continued their international pipeline by flipping South East Melbourne Phoenix guard Owen Foxwell from LSU on Friday.

Greg Gard News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 3

Greg Gard Opens Up About How Wisconsin Lost to High Point

Wisconsin basketball's 83-82 loss to High Point in the Round of 64 in the 2026 NCAA Tournament was as shocking a loss as any in recent program history.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 3

Wisconsin Football Skyrockets in National Recruiting Rankings After Blue-Chip Commits

It's early yet in the 2027 recruiting cycle, and like we found out last fall, a dismal on-field season could still certainly dismantle what was once considered a strong recruiting class for the Badgers.

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Three reasons why Kingston Allen's commitment is a big deal for Wisconsin football

MADISON, Wis. - The wall around the state of Wisconsin is once again covered in cardinal and white. The Badgers likely completed their impressive in-state haul on Friday afternoon when Green Bay Notre Dame Academy running back Kingston Allen announced he would be committing to Wisconsin's 2027 recruiting class.

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 3

In-State 2027 RB Kingston Allen Commits to Wisconsin

Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin football coaching staff stay white-hot on the recruiting trail, landing their eigth commitment in the 2027 class. And amazingly, all eight players are in-state prospects.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 2

Wisconsin basketball offers newly available in-state star

MADISON, Wis. - The best in-state basketball player is back on the market, and the University of Wisconsin is finally interested in forward Zavier Zens.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 2

Three Big Implications for Wisconsin Football after Mallinger Twins Commit

Wisconsin football is on fire on the recruiting trail, and it's been an especially feel-good last couple of weeks for the Badgers, as they've locked down many of the top prospects inside their home state.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 2

Wisconsin Commits Make it Known Who They Want Next After Mallinger Twins

As Wisconsin football continues to dominate in-state recruiting for the first time under head coach Luke Fickell, the Badgers landed another two key pieces to their 2027 recruiting class: Sussex (Hamilton) offensive linemen twins Hunter and Reece Mallinger.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 2

Wisconsin football's in-state recruiting success receives early national praise

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin football team's 2027 recruiting class continues to be filled entirely of homegrown talent. The high level of projected talent they possess has the Badgers rubbing elbows with some of the top power-conference programs in the country.

Wisconsin Badgers kick off Frozen Four against strong #2 North Dakota

After pulling off a massive upset win, the Wisconsin Badgers will travel to Las Vegas to play in the 2026 Frozen Four against North Dakota. Last time out on the ice Wisconsin faced Big Ten Rival and third-ranked program Michigan State in the regional final.

Badgers set to host big 2027 Texas Defensive Lineman Kingston Beyer

The Wisconsin Badgers will have a notable recruit from the 2027 cycle on campus this coming weekend for his first visit. All Saints (TX) defensive lineman Kingston Beyer will be on campus this coming weekend for an initial visit with the Badgers’ staff.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 1

NCAA Finally Passes Legislation That Would've Kept a Former Star CB in Madison

Over a year after former Wisconsin cornerback Xavier Lucas left Wisconsin for Miami without entering the transfer portal, the NCAA has passed new legislation that would seemingly prohibit that sort of rouge departure in the future.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 1

Wisconsin Football Continues In-State Recruiting Dominance With Two More Commitments

Wisconsin football is on an absolute tear with in-state recruiting to kick off its 2027 class. Wednesday evening, two more prospects from the Dairy State committed to the Badgers: Sussex (Hamilton) twins Hunter and Reece Mallinger.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Yardbarker / April 1

Wisconsin lands two huge in-state OL commits from Hunter, Reece Mallinger

The Wisconsin Badgers have always been known for having big, elite offensive lines, and they're undoubtedly looking to continue that tradition in the Luke Fickell era.

Oklahoma loses No. 1 RB recruit with Texas looming large

Notre Dame lands four-star RB Isaiah Rogers over Georgia, Indiana and Penn State

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Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 1

Three Recent Transfer Portal Entries That Fit With Wisconsin

With the transfer portal in full swing a week away from its official opening, Wisconsin basketball is preparing for what should be an eventful ride. The Badgers should be prepared to fill at least five spots, a number could very well grow depending on the decisions of several key players.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 1

Four Offensive Players We're Excited About After Four Spring Practices

Wisconsin football is currently on spring break, but the Badgers have already hit the practice field four times and are nearly a quarter of the way through spring ball.

Jack Pugh News / The Spun / April 1

Former Wisconsin Football Player Has Sadly Died At 25

It was unfortunately confirmed on Tuesday night that former Wisconsin tight end Jack Pugh has died. He was only 24 years old. The cause of Pugh's death has not been announced at this time.

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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.

John Blackwell News / Yardbarker / March 13