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The Badgers have kept a roster spot open for the 2026‑27 season while a Colorado judge’s injunction may allow former guard Braeden Carrington to extend his eligibility. Coach Greg Gard says the team is evaluating the ruling and Carrington’s fit.
The Badgers have announced a 2026 roster that blends veteran transfers, a European prospect and a strong freshman class, while the newly adopted 5‑for‑5 rule gives seniors a fifth year of eligibility, reshaping recruitment strategies and player career decisions.
The Wisconsin Badgers have added eight newcomers through the transfer portal and secured top high school prospects, navigating a new eligibility rule that could reshape roster construction.
Owen Foxwell, a defensive‑focused point guard from S.E. Melbourne, signs with the Wisconsin Badgers to replace Nick Boyd, bringing NBL‑season stats, limited eligibility and a fit for Wisconsin’s system.
University of Wisconsin basketball general manager Marc VandeWettering discusses the remaining roster spot, the new 5‑in‑5 rule, his impressions of athletic director Shawn Eichorst, and the program's recruiting approach.
The NCAA's new five‑season eligibility rule reshapes roster planning for Wisconsin men's basketball, offering key players like Nolan Winter, Trey Autry and Eian Elmer an extra year to pursue collegiate and professional goals.
With 14 players already locked in, the University of Wisconsin men's basketball program is seeking a 15th addition before the fall semester, targeting a sizeable frontcourt presence amid international scouting and eligibility uncertainties.
An open practice at the University of Wisconsin gave journalists access to the team’s offseason routine, revealing upcoming interviews with general manager Marc VandeWettering and several emerging guards.
With one scholarship slot remaining, the Badgers are balancing frontcourt needs, a pending lawsuit that could extend Braeden Carrington’s eligibility, and cautious forays into the global market.
The Badgers have added six players and are still seeking a final piece to complete a roster that lost key contributors, with an eye toward stronger playmaking and defense.
The Badgers are leveraging global scouting, transactional negotiations and the NCAA's upcoming eligibility rules to build a roster that blends professional experience with collegiate potential.
Wisconsin aims to fill its last scholarship by prioritizing playmaking, on‑ball defense, and rim‑penetrating guards, while integrating new transfers and addressing departures.
In a recent appearance on Butchie’s Den, Wisconsin Badgers general manager Marc VandeWettering outlined the team’s offseason plan, which centers on retaining key frontcourt players, making calculated portal additions, and blending experienced veterans with developmental talent to build a competitive roster.
With 14 of 15 scholarship spots set for the 2026‑27 season, Wisconsin evaluates transfer Victory Onuetu’s defensive impact versus his limited offensive experience, debating whether a bench role might best harness his shot‑blocking strengths.
Wisconsin's men's basketball program is navigating a pivotal offseason, balancing a partially filled roster, an upcoming NCAA eligibility vote, and targeted transfer pursuits.
With 14 of 15 scholarships already accounted for, the Badgers are deliberately holding out for the right fit, while the NCAA's pending eligibility rule could reshape roster planning.
The Wisconsin Badgers have finalized their Big Ten schedule for the 2026‑27 season and will face Auburn, Villanova and Marquette before entering a new tropical tournament hinted at by General Manager Marc VandeWettering.
Coach Greg Gard discusses the Badgers' approach to NIL funding, staff navigation of the transfer portal, and goals for increased competitiveness.