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The University of Wisconsin‑Madison men’s basketball team will begin its 2026‑27 campaign on November 2 against Denver, marking the fourth straight Monday start. Analyst Rocco Miller confirmed the matchup, while Tim Bergstraser will set the tipoff time.
The Cordova Arena project, backed by a unanimous city council vote, promises a 10,000‑seat venue for two professional indoor soccer teams while also exploring housing, hotels and retail. At the same time, state workers voice financial strain from commuting, and a locally beloved ice‑cream shop opens its doors in Oak Park.
Wisconsin’s football program has broken into the nation’s top fifteen in the latest rankings for the class of 2027, a milestone that underscores the steady rise of the Badgers under head coach Paul Chryst. The achievement reflects a recruiting effort that has already secured a handful of high‑profile commitments and positions the team among the country’s most competitive talent pools.
The second weekend of the inaugural High School Girls’ Flag Football league took place on June 7 at Vel Phillips Memorial High School, showcasing a collaborative effort that blends school district support, grant funding and enthusiastic student participation.
The University of Wisconsin announced a high‑profile basketball recruit, underscoring its rising influence on the court while the program eyes further breakthroughs in the coming months.
The University of Portland announced its full 2026 men's soccer schedule, featuring matches against national champions, historic rivals and a debut Western Collegiate Conference tournament.
Steele Harris, a standout senior from Great Falls, Montana, has pledged to play football at the University of Wisconsin, joining his brother Reed and following a path that highlights the Badgers' recent national success.
A forecasted 5‑7 record for Rutgers raises questions about Coach Greg Schiano’s future, while the team’s slate includes both promising victories and formidable opponents.
A look at the teams with the most victories over top‑ranked opponents and the defining moments that have left a lasting imprint on the sport.
A look at ten standout traditions that have become synonymous with college football, highlighting their origins, fan participation, and lasting impact.
The Badgers announced their full Big Ten conference slate for the upcoming season, highlighting double matchups, key road trips and a strategic avoidance of the UCLA/USC home stretch.
Detroit’s newest women’s hockey team secures Olympic silver‑medalist Jesse Compher, who will play alongside her brother J.T. and former Toronto Sceptres stars Daryl Watts and Britta Curl‑Salemme.
The Big Ten has released its full 2026‑27 women's basketball schedule, confirming nine home and nine away games for each team, with Ohio State slated to face Maryland twice and a roster of opponents spanning the Midwest and West Coast.
Wisconsin's football program secured seven new pledges during the first two weekends of official visits, climbing to No. 13 nationally and making notable inroads in Arizona while eyeing top remaining targets.
The Golden Gophers will face a full Big Ten schedule next season, with two games against Wisconsin and a mix of home and away contests across the Midwest and beyond.
Best Western Hotels & Resorts and the United Soccer League have launched the second edition of their Hometown Heroes program, celebrating individuals who leverage soccer for social change. The 2026 finalists include local leaders from Phoenix to New York, with Detroit City FC’s Maxwell Murray expanding his Urban Football League to support Detroit families.
A look at how Pavelski’s playing legacy, current youth coaching in Madison, and the Maple Leafs’ post‑Berube search could shape the franchise’s next chapter.
Goodyear Desert Edge coach Henri MacArthur says University of Wisconsin recruit Nathan Jones is the most formidable defensive opponent his team has faced, highlighting his talent, physicality and motor.
Four-star guard Jalen Brown, a Wisconsin native, committed to the University of Wisconsin on June 5, becoming the first pledge in the Badgers' 2027 recruiting class. His ranking, visit, and a precise prediction by analyst Nick Osen highlight a strategic early commitment.
From Ryan McDonagh's back‑to‑back triumphs to Chris Chelios and Brian Rafalski's three‑cup legacies, the Badgers have produced more championship winners than any other collegiate program.
Mekhi Williams, a highly coveted safety from Lennard High School, announced his commitment to the University of Wisconsin, marking a pivotal addition to the Badgers' 2026 class and underscoring the program's rising recruiting ambitions.
Indie rock favorites Snail Mail and Soccer Mommy will share the stage on a fall 2026 tour spanning the East Coast, Midwest and southern states, featuring opening acts Brennan Wedl and Scarlet Rae at several shows.
Pearl River Community College's baseball squad secured its second national championship in 2026, outlasting South Mountain Community College in a dramatic 4‑3, 11‑inning victory that capped a redemption arc after the 2025 finals.
North Dakota State announced its full 2026 men's soccer schedule, featuring a season‑opening game in Madison, a six‑game homestand, cross‑country road trips and a new Summit League pod format.