As we dive into the 2024-25 basketball season, both the men’s and women’s basketball teams at the University of Wisconsin have already showcased their potential. With the teams both three games into their respective seasons, there are standout performers making early headlines. Though many of these games have been against smaller schools, the road ahead includes some tough … [Read more...] about Basketball: Men’s and women’s teams off to strong starts
Men’s Basketball: Badgers down No. 9 Arizona Wildcats 103-88 in historic fashion
The University of Wisconsin men’s basketball team (4-0, 0-0 Big Ten) defeated No. 9 Arizona Wildcats (2-1, 0-0 Big 12) 103-88 during a historic night at the Kohl Center on Friday, Nov. 15. Pregame The night was all about celebrating Wisconsin basketball, as legendary head coach Bo Ryan had his banner lifted into the rafters of the Kohl Center, cementing his legacy as one of the … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball: Badgers down No. 9 Arizona Wildcats 103-88 in historic fashion
Football: Badgers fall to 5-5, give up late field goal to No. 1 Oregon Ducks
The University of Wisconsin football team (5-5, 3-4 Big Ten) hosted the No. 1 Oregon Ducks (11-0, 8-0) at Camp Randall Saturday, Nov. 16. Over 76,000 fans packed the stadium and cheered the team on against the undefeated, unanimous No. 1 Ducks. First half The first three drives for the Badgers ended in quick punts, with redshirt sophomore quarterback Braedyn Locke going 0-4 on … [Read more...] about Football: Badgers fall to 5-5, give up late field goal to No. 1 Oregon Ducks
Football: Offensive Coordinator and quarterback coach Phil Longo fired after two seasons in Madison
On Nov. 17, one day after the Badgers experienced a devastating 16-13 home loss to No. 1 Oregon, the Badgers fired offensive coordinator Phil Longo. This game saw the Badgers take a 13-6 lead into the fourth quarter before allowing Oregon to score 10 unanswered in the fourth quarter. This was the third time in this season alone that the Badgers had a lead going into halftime, … [Read more...] about Football: Offensive Coordinator and quarterback coach Phil Longo fired after two seasons in Madison
Men’s Basketball: Wisconsin dominates Appalachian State behind Tonje’s all-around game
The University of Wisconsin men’s basketball team (3-0, 0-0 Big Ten) extended their strong start to the season with a dominant 87-56 win over Appalachian State on Sunday, Nov. 10. It was an all-around team performance as Wisconsin’s defense and balanced scoring proved too much for the Mountaineers. Key Performers Senior John Tonje led the Badgers with an outstanding … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball: Wisconsin dominates Appalachian State behind Tonje’s all-around game