
Wisconsin Badgers secure commitment from seven‑footer Jack Thelen
The Badgers' latest recruiting win adds size and skill to the roster, highlighting a strategic shift toward internal development over costly transfers.
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The Badgers' latest recruiting win adds size and skill to the roster, highlighting a strategic shift toward internal development over costly transfers.

Wisconsin’s football program has added two high‑rated prospects to its 2027 class, and is now evaluating a Missouri standout who could become the next key addition.

Coach Doug Gottlieb announced an exhibition game between the Wisconsin Badgers and the University of Wisconsin‑Green Bay Phoenix for October 15 at the Resch Center. The matchup revives a historic rivalry, with Wisconsin holding a 27‑1 all‑time record. Media outlets confirmed the fixture, though the university has not yet commented.

Caroline Harvey, Olympic MVP and star defender, was chosen first overall by the Vancouver Goldeneyes in the 2026 PWHL Draft, marking a historic milestone for defensive players and New England talent.

Caroline Harvey’s record‑breaking season culminated in the 2026 IIHF Female Player of the Year award, highlighting her pivotal role in Team USA’s Olympic gold and Wisconsin’s championship run.

Caroline Harvey’s standout season saw her lead the U.S. to Olympic gold, dominate in the NCAA, and collect a suite of awards that cement her place among the game’s greats.

The Badgers' latest pledge caps a strong month of commitments, reinforcing their 2027 class at the edge rusher position.

Auburn’s upcoming non-conference slate features marquee matchups against Arizona, Kansas, West Virginia and other powerhouses, strategically placed to enhance the team’s postseason prospects.

Best friends Caroline Harvey and Laila Edwards, Olympic gold medalists and NCAA champions, prepare for the inaugural Professional Women’s Hockey League draft, where their professional paths may diverge for the first time.

A deep defensive unit, a top‑ranked recruiting class and a schedule that pits the Blue Devils against elite competition have analysts forecasting Duke as the No. 1 seed in next year’s tournament.

Jalen Brown, a Milwaukee native and future Wisconsin Badgers commit, impressed at the NBPA Top 100 camp with strong shooting and defensive numbers before announcing his June 5 commitment.

Montreal Canadiens forward Cole Caufield has been named to the NHL's Second All-Star team, marking a historic milestone for Badgers alumni and drawing attention to Joe Pavelski's legacy and potential coaching future.

Jack Thelen’s verbal commitment signals a strategic push by Wisconsin to fortify its frontcourt, pairing size with the already‑secured guard Jalen Brown, and leaving the door open for a potential fifth‑year star.

Minnesota’s 7-foot-1 center Jack Thelen pledged to the University of Wisconsin on June 13, joining a class that already features Jalen Brown, as the Badgers continue to attract elite big men.

A recent contract update shows Ohio State women's hockey coach Nadine Muzerall now earning $555,000, surpassing Wisconsin's Mark Johnson's $550,000, while Johnson's deal includes a scheduled raise to $575,000 by July 1.

Seven‑foot‑1 center Jack Thelen pledged to the Badgers on Tuesday, joining a recruiting class that also features four‑star guard Jalen Brown, as the program bets on his growth alongside a strong Minnesota pipeline.

Wisconsin's men's basketball team has secured a new 2027 commit in Jack Thelen, a towering forward whose size, shot‑blocking and emerging shooting touch promise to enhance the Badgers' interior game.

Assistant coach Julia Ford, a veteran of seven collegiate seasons, captured a FIBA 3x3 World Cup gold with Team USA and previously worked alongside Robin Pingeton at Missouri, bringing international expertise to the Badgers.

The Auburn Tigers enter the 2026‑27 campaign with modest expectations, but a blend of returning standouts, impactful transfers and a demanding early schedule offers a realistic path to surprise the basketball world.

The Badgers secure a high‑rated guard pledge and eye additional elite recruits, leveraging a strong Minnesota pipeline and a coach who knows how to turn talent into starters.

With a revamped roster and high expectations, the University of North Carolina’s football program is focused on turning past shortcomings into a competitive 2026 campaign.

Iowa Hawkeyes missed out on Lawrence Britt, who committed to Missouri, but remain in the hunt for four‑star receiver Bennett Konkey, a top Illinois recruit whose skill set could reshape the team's offense.

With summer workouts concluding, the upcoming schedule features marquee games that will influence the postseason landscape.

Wisconsin is petitioning the NCAA for a fifth year of eligibility for Gift Uchenna Okeke, a Nigerian forward whose 6.9 rebounds per game led the team last season, as the program awaits a ruling that could reshape its frontcourt for the next campaign.