University of Wisconsin‑Green Bay’s men’s basketball coach Doug Gottlieb revealed that the Phoenix will host a non‑conference exhibition against the Wisconsin Badgers on Thursday, October 15 at the Resch Center in Green Bay.
A Rare Meeting After a Decade
The matchup marks the first meeting between the two programs since 2022, a span that includes a 27‑1 all‑time edge for the Badgers. Their only previous loss came in overtime in 2009, when Wisconsin was ranked and the game went beyond regulation.
Gottlieb made the announcement during the Inside Wisconsin radio show, a platform that has become a primary conduit for breaking news about Badgers athletics. Local outlets WFRV and the Journal Sentinel subsequently confirmed the fixture, though the University of Wisconsin has yet to issue an official statement.
The exhibition will give both squads a chance to fine‑tune strategies before the regular season, with the Badgers looking to extend their dominant historical record while the Phoenix hopes to prove they can compete with a powerhouse program.
Media Confirmation and Public Reaction
Kyle Malzhan of WFRV and John Steppe of the Journal Sentinel reported the details, adding that the game will be streamed live for fans unable to attend in person. Social media reactions have been enthusiastic, with many anticipating a competitive clash despite the exhibition nature of the contest.