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Wisconsin Basketball: New Zealand Badgers Duo Battles Against Strong FIBA U19 Competition

Two Wisconsin basketball recruits have been performing well during the FIBA U19 World Cup in Switzerland despite an adverse result. New Zealanders Hayden Jones and Jackson Ball have been a core part of the Kiwis run to the semi-finals of the World Cup.

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2026 Four-Star Wisconsin Football Target Posts Potential Clue Ahead of Big Announcement

With the 2026 recruiting cycle wrapping up for the Wisconsin football staff, the Badgers are hoping to secure a commitment from a top target. Jowell Combay, a four-star safety in the 2026 class from Georgia, attends Kell High School and has quickly become a major recruiting piece for Wisconsin within the class.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 5

Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: Which Strong 2026 Target Could Join the Class?

With just weeks left before many recruits return focus to on-field activities, the Wisconsin football staff is waiting on decisions from multiple recruits.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 5

Wisconsin Badgers almost had 2nd best TE in EA Sports College Football 26 video game

For a few months, the Wisconsin Badgers had the player who is the second-highest rated tight end in the upcoming College Football 26 video game. What could have been.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 5

Wisconsin Badgers face uphill battle in Phil Steele's preseason Big Ten football rankings

The surest sign that the college football season is right around the corner is when Phil Steele's annual College Football Preview magazine comes out. The annual tradition sets preseason expectations for the upcoming year using a variety of power ranking methods based on last year's results, strength of schedule and his own plus/minus ratings.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 5

Impact Badgers: Wisconsin Basketball Transfer Guard Set to Fill Big Bench Shoes During 2025-26 Season

The Wisconsin basketball staff was busy this off-season developing a plan and building a team that could lead to greater success than last season. However, a team needs all the proper components in order to fully blossom and coach Greg Gard was well aware of that fact while constructing the new roster.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 5

Badgers coach on transfer: ‘He’s probably the fastest guy we’ve had in a long time with the ball’

Wisconsin has a dynamic point guard at the helm in 2025. The Wisconsin Badgers had five additions in the transfer portal this offseason, but none were more exciting than getting San Diego State transfer Nick Boyd.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 5

Badgers three-star safety target commits to SEC school

Wisconsin still has one safety in their 2026 class. The Wisconsin Badgers saw another official visitor come off the board when 2026 three-star safety Tony Forney committed to the Missouri Tigers on Friday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 5

Badgers top commit shines at FIBA U19 World Cup, leads team to Final 4

One of Wisconsin’s commits is making waves on the international trail this week. For the Wisconsin Badgers, it’s the start of summer workouts as they begin preparation for the 2025-26 season, introducing quite a few new faces into the fold.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 4

How Wisconsin Badgers could shape the College Football Playoff picture in 2025

The Wisconsin Badgers have almost no shot of making the College Football Playoff in 2025, but they could still have a lot of influence on who gets in and where they are seeded.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 3

Wisconsin Football Pushing Hard Ahead of Impressive 2026 Four-Star Commitment Date

After previously hosting a top 2026 defensive target, the Wisconsin football staff is now pushing hard to secure a commitment. Wisconsin previously landed 2026 three-star defensive back Zachary Taylor, who likely will play safety for the program moving forward.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 3

Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: 2026 Kell Duo Set Commitment Dates

Two top remaining 2026 recruiting targets for the Wisconsin football staff are set to announce commitment decisions just days apart. Three-star safety Tony Forney and four-star safety Jowell Combay have both been tied to Wisconsin over the past few months.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 3

College football insider Brett McMurphy predicts Wisconsin Badgers miss bowl game again in 2025

The Wisconsin Badgers are looking to restart their streak of consecutive bowl games this year after missing the extra game in 2024. With a difficult schedule on paper, it's going to be a tough task.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 3

Wisconsin Badgers reveal two highest-rated players in EA Sports College Football 26 video game

EA Sports is releasing its College Football 26 video game next week, and we're getting a sneak peak at how the players in the game will be rated. The Wisconsin Badgers shared a graphic on social media highlighting their two highest-rated players for this season: cornerback Ricardo Hallman at 90 overall and right tackle Riley Mahlman at 89.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 3

Does Wisconsin have a top-50 player in the country in 2025?

The Badgers have a couple of returning stars. But, are they one of the best players in the country? The Wisconsin Badgers are entering a crucial year in 2025, as they look to return to the postseason after missing a bowl game for the first time in 22 years in 2024.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 3

Huge Wisconsin Basketball In-State 2027 Prospect Hints at Possibility of Staying Home

The Wisconsin basketball staff recently hosted a top in-state recruit within the 2027 recruiting class for a pivotal skills camp. While the staff have only just begun seriously recruiting the class, the Badgers are in an interesting territory due to the significance of the 2027 class.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 3

Wisconsin Badgers ‘State of the Program’ Worry Levels, Summer Edition

Let’s evaluate where the Badgers programs stand currently. It’s the middle of the dead period for the Wisconsin Badgers, so it’s a good time to revisit the ‘State of the Program’, evaluating where the worry levels for certain teams stand currently.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 3

Strong Wisconsin Football 2026 Prospect Sets Upcoming Commitment Date

The Wisconsin football staff has made the final cut for a talented 2026 defensive back, but securing the upcoming commitment is another story. Tony Forney, a three-star 2026 safety from Georgia, attends Kell High School and has been a close recruiting partner to four-star counterpart Jowell Combay.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 3

How a familiar face led to the Badgers targeting Nick Boyd in the transfer portal

The Badgers got some help in the process to land their star point guard. The Wisconsin Badgers were one of the more successful teams in the transfer portal this offseason, as they landed multiple early commitments before filling out their team’s depth with other finds.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 2

Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman named to preseason All-American, All-Big Ten teams

All-American and All-Conference lists don't feel complete without including a Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman. The latest to earn the honors is right tackle Riley Mahlman, who was named preseason first-team All-Big Ten and fourth-team All-American by Athlon Sports.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 2