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Former Badger Nick Boyd joins Golden State Warriors

Former Wisconsin Badger guard Nick Boyd signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Golden State Warriors after going undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Wisconsin football sees promising 2027 recruiting class

After finishing the last two seasons with a losing record, head coach Luke Fickell and his staff have worked to build a high-ranked recruiting class for the 2027 season. With 23 commitments from 11 different states, Wisconsin’s 2027 recruiting class ranks No. 25 nationally.

Wisconsin welcomes Athletic Director Shawn Eichorst

Shawn Eichorst was presented to the media as the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s new Athletic Directory on July 7 during his introductory press conference. 

Wilcots appoints Shawn Eichorst as athletic director

University of Wisconsin-Madison Interim Chancellor Eric Wilcots announced July 1 that he appointed Shawn Eichorst to serve as the next athletic director for the Badgers – the first decision in his time as chancellor. 

Five Badgers selected in the first round of 2026 PWHL draft

Five Wisconsin women’s hockey players were selected in the first round of the 2026 Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) entry draft in Detroit June 17, led by two historic selections. Caroline “KK” Harvey became the first defender chosen No.1 overall, while Laila Edwards became the highest-drafted black woman in PWHL history. . 

NCAA ‘5-in-5’ proposal raises questions for Badger hockey

Wisconsin football looks to rebound in 2026

After closing the 2025 season with a 17-7 loss against rival Minnesota Golden Gophers in the yearly Axe game, the Badgers ended with a disappointing 4-8 record — their worst in 30 years. For a program that once had an impressive streak of 22 consecutive bowl games from 2002-23, its results this season fell well short of expectations. 

Wisconsin softball’s impressive season comes to a close

The Badgers finished their softball season 33-21 (14-10 Big Ten), tied with 2025 and 2001 seasons for the third most wins in a season in program history. Wisconsin also made their first appearance in the NCAA tournament since 2022 and made it to the Big Ten Tournament semifinal for the third time in program history. 

Badgers beat Wolverines for first time since 2017 en route to series victory

In a dramatic series that featured a come-from-behind walk-off victory on Sunday, Wisconsin softball exercised some demons against Michigan at home over the weekend, picking up their first win against the Wolverines since 2017, and first series win against Michigan since 2014.

What to expect from Wisconsin men’s hockey next season

After their heartbreaking national championship loss to Denver on April 11, Wisconsin men’s hockey will return next season from their first national title appearance in 16 years, looking to build on their Frozen Four run as they reshape their roster for 2026-27. 

Rapp returns to Wisconsin after sophomore season

After a heartbreaking loss to High Point that ended a turbulent season for the Badgers, Austin Rapp told reporters he’d be back for another season in Madison. 

Wisconsin swept by Nebraska at home as bats go cold

Wisconsin struggled to keep up with No. 5 Nebraska over the April 10-12 weekend as the Cornhuskers completed a three-game series sweep while shutting the Badgers out twice. 

Aleksas Bieliauskas enters transfer portal after promising freshman year

Lithuanian forward Aleksas Bieliauskas entered the transfer portal last Tuesday, 24 hours after John Blackwell’s program-altering decision to also depart the Badgers. He’s the fourth Wisconsin player to do so this offseason. 

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The scoreboard in the Kohl Center as ref drops the puck at center ice during the January 23rd, 2026, matchup between the Wisconsin Badgers and Penn State Nittany Lions.

Marcus Sedberry announced as interim AD

Marcus Sedberry will serve as Wisconsin’s interim director of athletics, UW Athletics announced Monday, replacing Chris McIntosh. Sedberry, who has worked for UW Athletics since 2022, has held multiple positions, including deputy athletics director, COO and Wisconsin football general manager. 

Badger basketball’s Dorja Zaja talks European beginnings, overcoming adversity

Heading into the start of the 2025-26 season, Dorja Zaja was relatively unknown in the minds of Badger fans. After all, Zaja was the last addition to the roster in a busy offseason for Wisconsin women’s basketball. The hiring of head coach Robin Pingeton from Missouri took the program in a new direction, alongside the acquisitions of Destiny Howell and Gift Uchenna through the transfer portal.

Column: Blackwell’s departure leaves Badgers with more questions than answers

“I’m going to be a Badger for life,” Wisconsin third team All-American guard John Blackwell said last offseason. “I want to be remembered as a legend here. I want to be remembered as a guy who stuck around.” 

Maria Sholokhova reflects on history-making Badgers tennis career

 Maria Sholokhova’s story didn’t start with a racket in her hand. It began in her mother’s car on the way to gymnastics, where they would pass the same tennis courts every day. 

Zelenov scores lone goal in Wisconsin’s national championship loss

No. 12 Wisconsin lost in a 2-1 heartbreaker to No. 4 Denver on Saturday in the Frozen Four championship game in Las Vegas, as the Badgers’ incredible, roller-coaster season ended just short of their first national championship since 2006.

The great escape: McIntosh steps down, joins Big 10

Hosts Jacob Szczap and Yadiel Chavez discuss Chris McIntosh, John Blackwell and Mens Hockey.