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The Badgers advanced to the Elite Eight with the freshman serving up aces to flip the momentum.
Freshman middle blocker provides Wisconsin volleyball with needed boost vs. Stanford
The Badgers advanced to the Elite Eight with the freshman serving up aces to flip the momentum.
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December 13, 2025 at 4:26 AM
The Badgers advanced to the Elite Eight with the freshman serving up aces to flip the momentum.
The Badgers will get a second crack at Texas, which beat Wisconsin early this season. The winner will advance to the Final Four.
Wisconsin volleyball takes down Stanford to reach Elite Eight
The Badgers will get a second crack at Texas, which beat Wisconsin early this season. The winner will advance to the Final Four.
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December 12, 2025 at 10:45 PM
The Badgers will get a second crack at Texas, which beat Wisconsin early this season. The winner will advance to the Final Four.
The transfer portal window doesn't open until January. So how do the Badgers, who are suing another school for wrongdoing, follow NCAA rules without falling behind between now and then?
Polzin: It's tampering season, which puts Wisconsin football in an awkward position
The transfer portal window doesn't open until January. So how do the Badgers, who are suing another school for wrongdoing, follow NCAA rules without falling behind between now and then?
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December 12, 2025 at 11:38 AM
The transfer portal window doesn't open until January. So how do the Badgers, who are suing another school for wrongdoing, follow NCAA rules without falling behind between now and then?
The Badgers attempted 13 3-pointers in a row at one point of the first half on Wednesday, completely abandoning what led them to success early in the game.
Wisconsin men's basketball stopped getting easy shots vs. Nebraska, a troubling trend
The Badgers attempted 13 3-pointers in a row at one point of the first half on Wednesday, completely abandoning what led them to success early in the game.
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December 12, 2025 at 11:08 AM
The Badgers attempted 13 3-pointers in a row at one point of the first half on Wednesday, completely abandoning what led them to success early in the game.
The Badgers are tasked with facing No. 2 Stanford, which has knocked out Wisconsin three other times in the tournament.
Wisconsin volleyball faces tough test at Austin Regional of NCAA Tournament
The Badgers are tasked with facing No. 2 Stanford, which has knocked out Wisconsin three other times in the tournament.
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December 12, 2025 at 4:06 AM
The Badgers are tasked with facing No. 2 Stanford, which has knocked out Wisconsin three other times in the tournament.
Injuries bookended the Badgers career of Jake Renfro, who will look to continue his college run elsewhere.
Wisconsin losing starting center to the transfer portal
Injuries bookended the Badgers career of Jake Renfro, who will look to continue his college run elsewhere.
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December 12, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Injuries bookended the Badgers career of Jake Renfro, who will look to continue his college run elsewhere.
The Badgers looked uncompetitive against the two best teams it's played so far this season, as Nebraska exposed issues that have been long clear again on Wednesday.
Wisconsin men's basketball lack of 'defensive identity,' tops pile of problems
The Badgers looked uncompetitive against the two best teams it's played so far this season, as Nebraska exposed issues that have been long clear again on Wednesday.
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December 11, 2025 at 11:38 AM
The Badgers looked uncompetitive against the two best teams it's played so far this season, as Nebraska exposed issues that have been long clear again on Wednesday.
The Cornhuskers handed the Badgers their first Big Ten loss of the season in dominating fashion Wednesday. Here's what happened in Lincoln.
3 things that stood out from Wisconsin men's basketball's loss at No. 23 Nebraska
The Cornhuskers handed the Badgers their first Big Ten loss of the season in dominating fashion Wednesday. Here's what happened in Lincoln.
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December 11, 2025 at 4:16 AM
The Cornhuskers handed the Badgers their first Big Ten loss of the season in dominating fashion Wednesday. Here's what happened in Lincoln.
The Badgers traveled to Lincoln to take on No. 23 Nebraska in a Big Ten Conference battle Wednesday.
Photos: Wisconsin men's basketball visits Nebraska
The Badgers traveled to Lincoln to take on No. 23 Nebraska in a Big Ten Conference battle Wednesday.
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December 11, 2025 at 3:36 AM
The Badgers traveled to Lincoln to take on No. 23 Nebraska in a Big Ten Conference battle Wednesday.
Photos of the Badgers hosting the Toreros in a nonconference game on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at the Kohl Center in Madison.
Photos: Wisconsin women's basketball hosts San Diego on second annual Education Day
Photos of the Badgers hosting the Toreros in a nonconference game on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at the Kohl Center in Madison.
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December 11, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Photos of the Badgers hosting the Toreros in a nonconference game on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at the Kohl Center in Madison.
The Robin Pingeton era is off to a positive start, with plenty of encouraging signs — effort, grittiness and a purpose on both ends of the court — on display.
Polzin: That noise you hear just might be buzz created by Wisconsin women's basketball
The Robin Pingeton era is off to a positive start, with plenty of encouraging signs — effort, grittiness and a purpose on both ends of the court — on display.
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December 10, 2025 at 10:15 PM
The Robin Pingeton era is off to a positive start, with plenty of encouraging signs — effort, grittiness and a purpose on both ends of the court — on display.
Greg Gard's salary slipped into the bottom half of the Big Ten, but that's likely to change under a contract amendment approved last week.
Wisconsin finalizing pay raise for men's basketball coach Greg Gard. Here's what we know
Greg Gard's salary slipped into the bottom half of the Big Ten, but that's likely to change under a contract amendment approved last week.
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December 10, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Greg Gard's salary slipped into the bottom half of the Big Ten, but that's likely to change under a contract amendment approved last week.
Depth and a third-quarter surge fueled the Badgers to their seventh home win of the season, which they accomplished on Education Day. Here are three things that stood out.
3 things that stood out in Wisconsin women's basketball's rout of San Diego
Depth and a third-quarter surge fueled the Badgers to their seventh home win of the season, which they accomplished on Education Day. Here are three things that stood out.
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December 10, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Depth and a third-quarter surge fueled the Badgers to their seventh home win of the season, which they accomplished on Education Day. Here are three things that stood out.
A player the Badgers have had to reel back into the fold twice before again will look to leave the program.
Wisconsin football starting receiver to enter transfer portal
A player the Badgers have had to reel back into the fold twice before again will look to leave the program.
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December 10, 2025 at 6:50 PM
A player the Badgers have had to reel back into the fold twice before again will look to leave the program.
The Badgers will have their third offensive line coach under coach Luke Fickell and fifth in seven seasons. Here's what to know.
Wisconsin football fires offensive line coach, closes in on replacement
The Badgers will have their third offensive line coach under coach Luke Fickell and fifth in seven seasons. Here's what to know.
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December 10, 2025 at 6:35 PM
The Badgers will have their third offensive line coach under coach Luke Fickell and fifth in seven seasons. Here's what to know.
Mimi Colyer has enjoyed her experience on and off the court during her lone season with the Badgers. In the process, the senior outside hitter has become a program legend.
Polzin: How Mimi Colyer found a home — and leaves a legacy — with Wisconsin volleyball
Mimi Colyer has enjoyed her experience on and off the court during her lone season with the Badgers. In the process, the senior outside hitter has become a program legend.
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December 10, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Mimi Colyer has enjoyed her experience on and off the court during her lone season with the Badgers. In the process, the senior outside hitter has become a program legend.
An upperclassman is leaving the Badgers after being passed by two freshmen on the depth chart this fall.
Former starting linebacker leaving Wisconsin football
An upperclassman is leaving the Badgers after being passed by two freshmen on the depth chart this fall.
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December 10, 2025 at 3:17 AM
An upperclassman is leaving the Badgers after being passed by two freshmen on the depth chart this fall.
A productive player intends to leave the Badgers after multiple years of inconsistent playing time.
Wisconsin football's most experienced running back leaving for transfer portal
A productive player intends to leave the Badgers after multiple years of inconsistent playing time.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
A productive player intends to leave the Badgers after multiple years of inconsistent playing time.
How to tune in as the Badgers face a tough road test in Lincoln, Nebraska.
How to watch, stream, listen to Wisconsin men's basketball vs. Nebraska
How to tune in as the Badgers face a tough road test in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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December 9, 2025 at 12:39 PM
How to tune in as the Badgers face a tough road test in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Badgers junior Zach Schulz faces an undetermined recovery time after suffering a fractured fibula and ankle damage during Saturday's game.
Wisconsin men's hockey defenseman needs surgery for leg injuries suffered in hit
Badgers junior Zach Schulz faces an undetermined recovery time after suffering a fractured fibula and ankle damage during Saturday's game.
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December 9, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Badgers junior Zach Schulz faces an undetermined recovery time after suffering a fractured fibula and ankle damage during Saturday's game.
Defendants in the lawsuit filed by six former Badgers women's basketball players said there's no violation of the Constitution or civil right law in the claims.
Wisconsin calls ex-coach 'heroic', seeks to dismiss suit by former women's basketball players
Defendants in the lawsuit filed by six former Badgers women's basketball players said there's no violation of the Constitution or civil right law in the claims.
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December 9, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Defendants in the lawsuit filed by six former Badgers women's basketball players said there's no violation of the Constitution or civil right law in the claims.
The Cornhuskers, winners of nine straight games, host the Badgers on Wednesday. Here's an in-depth look at who Wisconsin is preparing for.
What to know about Wisconsin men's basketball's opponent, Nebraska
The Cornhuskers, winners of nine straight games, host the Badgers on Wednesday. Here's an in-depth look at who Wisconsin is preparing for.
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December 9, 2025 at 10:39 AM
The Cornhuskers, winners of nine straight games, host the Badgers on Wednesday. Here's an in-depth look at who Wisconsin is preparing for.
The star guard has started to back up the preseason hype that surrounded him with a string of dominant performances for the Badgers.
Wisconsin men's basketball junior named Big Ten Player of the Week
The star guard has started to back up the preseason hype that surrounded him with a string of dominant performances for the Badgers.
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December 8, 2025 at 10:07 PM
The star guard has started to back up the preseason hype that surrounded him with a string of dominant performances for the Badgers.
The Badgers dominated both of their opponents this week, helping them rebound from a difficult stretch and improving their standing in the eyes of AP voters.
Wisconsin men's basketball receives more votes in AP rankings after perfect week
The Badgers dominated both of their opponents this week, helping them rebound from a difficult stretch and improving their standing in the eyes of AP voters.
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December 8, 2025 at 7:11 PM
The Badgers dominated both of their opponents this week, helping them rebound from a difficult stretch and improving their standing in the eyes of AP voters.
The Badgers are back as the unanimous No. 1 team after a pair of road victories against No. 2 Ohio State.
Wisconsin's sweep of Ohio State extends its stay atop national women's hockey rankings
The Badgers are back as the unanimous No. 1 team after a pair of road victories against No. 2 Ohio State.
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December 8, 2025 at 6:36 PM
The Badgers are back as the unanimous No. 1 team after a pair of road victories against No. 2 Ohio State.