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Following the March 15 field announcement, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel posted a printable PDF bracket for the 2026 men’s NCAA Tournament, noting nine Big Ten teams in the field, with Wisconsin as the No. 5 seed in the West and top seeds including Duke, Arizona, Michigan, and Florida; a link to print your picks is provided.
Michigan edged Wisconsin 68-65 in the Big Ten tournament semifinals as Yaxel Lendeborg hit a 3 with 0.3 seconds left for the winner; Wisconsin’s Austin Rapp poured in 18 in the second half and Nick Boyd tied the game with a late 3, but Michigan held on, with CBS announcers Ian Eagle and Bill Raftery delivering the dramatic calls ahead of a Big Ten Championship showdown with Purdue.
Florida jumps to No. 4 in the AP Top 25 after UConn’s upset loss to Marquette, while Louisville and Wisconsin are projected to re-enter the rankings ahead of Selection Sunday.
Ohio State women's hockey rallied from a late deficit to beat No. 1 Wisconsin 2-1 in the WCHA Final Faceoff, with freshman Hilda Svensson tying the game and Jordan Baxter providing the go-ahead goal to secure the conference title and a berth in the NCAA Women's Championship. The Buckeyes have won the Final Faceoff three times under coach Nadine Muzerall and have appeared in six of the last seven Final Faceoffs.
Iowa travels to Wisconsin for a Big Ten women's basketball clash as the heavy favorite, aiming to extend its series win streak. Iowa features a strong paint game and solid guard play led by Chit-Chat Wright and Ava Heiden, while Wisconsin relies on Destiny Howell as its scoring engine and a trio of shooters and bigs including Gift Uchenna. Wisconsin has dropped into a Big Ten skid, making perimeter shooting crucial for keeping pace. The preview highlights projected lineups and notes Iowa’s edge in the paint and rebounding, with Nolan and Torvik projections showing Iowa as a clear favorite (roughly 79-84 to 64-62), and Iowa’s path to a win centers on controlling turnovers and the glass.
Indiana survive a late scare to beat Wisconsin 78-77 in overtime, overcoming a 5:31 regulation drought and a poor 3-point night (5-of-22). Wilkerson poured in 25 points, including the game-tying free throws and the late go-a-ahead free throws in OT; Enright drew a pivotal foul with 15 seconds left in OT, sealing the win, as Indiana’s defense limited Wisconsin to 38% shooting and the Hoosiers kept their NCAA tournament hopes intact.
Wisconsin erased an 18-point halftime deficit to beat Minnesota 67-63 at the Kohl Center, aided by a defensive turnaround and a second-half surge from Nick Boyd (21 points) and John Blackwell (23), after the starters struggled in the first half.
The No. 3 Wisconsin Badgers volleyball team was eliminated in the NCAA National Semifinals by No. 1 Kentucky in a five-set match, ending their season with a 28-5 record. Key players included Mimi Colyer with 32 kills, Carter Booth with 21 kills, and strong performances from other team members, but Kentucky ultimately secured the win in the final set. Coach Kelly Sheffield reflected on the season as one of the most successful in his career.
Washington's football team suffered a disappointing road loss to Wisconsin, highlighting ongoing struggles on the road and raising questions about head coach Jedd Fisch's future, as the Huskies were unable to capitalize on a halftime lead and ultimately lost in a game marked by costly mistakes and missed opportunities.
Luke Fickell is set to return as Wisconsin's head coach in 2026, with the university making a significant financial investment to support his tenure amid a challenging season, emphasizing a commitment to compete at the highest level in college football.
Wisconsin Badgers opened their season with a dominant 96-64 win over Campbell, highlighted by John Blackwell's 31-point performance, strong contributions from bench players Janicki and Carrington, and solid performances from transfer starters Boyd and Rapp, showcasing team depth and individual talent.
No. 6 Oregon narrowly defeated Wisconsin 21-7 in a game marked by underwhelming performance and challenging weather conditions, with mixed reactions nationally and in Madison.
The Wisconsin Badgers are playing an exhibition basketball game against the Oklahoma Sooners at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, featuring a new, deep roster with transfers and freshmen, as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Wisconsin Badgers suffered a 34-0 loss to Ohio State, with fans expressing their disdain for coach Luke Fickell through humorous protests like bags over their heads and chanting 'Fire Fickell,' highlighting frustration with the team's poor performance and lack of effort.
The Wisconsin Badgers suffered a 34-0 loss to Ohio State, marking their fifth straight defeat with ongoing offensive and coaching issues, including conservative playcalling, lack of offensive identity, and questionable game management, leaving them with more questions than answers as they face tough upcoming games.