No. 10 Wisconsin holds off Northwestern for 33-24 win
MADISON, Wis. — Jonathan Taylor ran for two touchdowns to help the offense overcome a sluggish start and No. 10 Wisconsin's defense swarmed Northwestern before holding on for a 33-24 win on Saturday.Alex Hornibrook threw for 197 yards and a touchdown, settling down after two interceptions in the first half.
Univ. of Louisville places Rick Pitino, athletic director on administrative leave
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Louisville has placed coach Rick Pitino and athletic director Tom Jurich on administrative leave amid a federal bribery investigation.Interim university President Greg Postel said at a news conference Wednesday that Jurich is on paid leave, while Pitino is on unpaid leave.
Four assistant coaches among those arrested by FBI in NCAA fraud, corruption scheme
At least four NCAA basketball coaches are among those arrested by the FBI for their involvement in an NCAA corruption scheme.
Hornibrook shines, No. 10 Wisconsin rolls 40-6 over BYU
PROVO, Utah — Alex Hornibrook threw for four touchdowns and 256 yards as No. 10 Wisconsin eased to a 40-6 victory over BYU on Saturday.
Brothers turned teammates, Wisconsin's Beau and Luke Benzschawel "couldn't be happier"
MADISON -- It's a dream come true for many high school football players in Wisconsin to line up for the Badgers in college.
"It's bigger than sports:" FAU thanks Wisconsin for their hospitality during Hurricane Irma
MADISON -- The Florida Atlantic Owls are extending thanks to the Wisconsin Badgers for their hospitality this past weekend, while their state was faced with the devastation of Hurricane Irma.As Irma battered down on South Florida Saturday, September 9th, the Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Florida Atlantic Owls at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison.
Taylor breaks out, No. 9 Wisconsin beats Fla. Atlantic 31-14
MADISON — Freshman Jonathan Taylor ran for 223 yards and three touchdowns, Alex Hornibrook threw for 201 yards and a score, and No. 9 Wisconsin pulled away slowly from Florida Atlantic for a 31-14 win Saturday.The bigger Badgers (2-0) wore down the Owls (0-2) despite some middling play in the middle of the game.
"It was very exciting:" Badgers' RB Jonathan Taylor impresses in Wisconsin season opener
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Badgers football program has been 'Taylor-made' for standout running backs to make an immediate impact at the college level -- and it's especially true this season.
No. 9 Wisconsin overcomes slow start, routs Utah State 59-10
MADISON, Wis. — Alex Hornibrook threw three touchdown passes, Wisconsin forced four turnovers, and the No. 9 Badgers recovered from a miserable start with a dominating second half to beat Utah State 59-10 on Friday night.Freshman Jonathan Taylor ran for 87 yards and a touchdown on nine carries in the opener.
Wisconsin, UCLA schedule home-and-home series for 2029, 2030
MADISON — Wisconsin and UCLA have scheduled a home-and-home series with games in 2029 and 2030.The two teams will meet at the Rose Bowl on Sept. 15, 2029.
ESPN report: Wisconsin's Nigel Hayes agrees to partially guaranteed contract with Knicks
Wisconsin Badgers' Nigel Hayes has agreed to a partially guaranteed deal with the New York Knicks, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
Badgers basketball schedule: Early Big 10 start, 4 of 5 at home ends season
MADISON — Wisconsin basketball has released its full 2017-18 schedule, which includes an early December start to Big Ten play with a visit from Ohio State.The game against the Buckeyes on Dec. 2 follows a tough trip to Virginia to face the Cavaliers in the Big Ten-ACC Challenge on Nov. 27.The season opens Nov. 10 against South Carolina State.
"Exciting time for fans:" Marquette signs 7-year deal to move with Bucks into new arena 🏀
MILWAUKEE — Marquette basketball is officially moving into the Milwaukee Bucks' new downtown arena.The Bucks and Marquette have signed a seven-year agreement for the Golden Eagles to play their home games at the Bucks' new home, which is slated to open for the 2018-19 season.Bucks president Peter Feigin was welcoming Marquette at an announcement on Tuesday on the main concourse at the arena construction site.
"We're excited:" Notre Dame, Wisconsin to meet at Lambeau, Soldier fields
CHICAGO — Notre Dame and Wisconsin will play at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, in 2020 and Soldier Field in Chicago in 2021.The schools made a joint announcement on Monday in Chicago.
Chicago Tribune: Badgers, Notre Dame to go head-to-head at Lambeau in 2020, Soldier Field in 2021
GREEN BAY -- The Wisconsin Badgers and Notre Dame will go head-to-head at Lambeau Field in 2020 and Soldier Field in 2021.
"Disappointing:" Badgers cancel scheduled open practice Thursday in Milwaukee due to weather
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Badgers football team has canceled an open practice scheduled for Thursday, August 10th in Milwaukee.According to a statement from Badgers officials, with weather forecasts calling for a strong chance of thunderstorms in the Milwaukee area in the early afternoon on Thursday, the Badgers were forced to change their plans and cancel their scheduled open practice that was to be held at Custer Stadium in Milwaukee.“It’s disappointing that we’re unable to go to Milwaukee,” head coach Paul Chryst said in the statement. “I know there was a lot of planning that took place and I’d like to thank Bill Molbeck of Milwaukee Public Schools for all his help.
Badgers to hold preseason practice Aug. 10 in Milwaukee
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Badgers will hold a football practice in Milwaukee this preseason, a trip that coach Paul Chryst says is a way to break up training camp.Wisconsin will practice at Custer Stadium on Aug. 10.
Ohio State, Penn State, Badgers, 'Cats make Big Ten preseason list
ROSEMONT, Ill. — Ohio State, Penn State, Northwestern and Wisconsin each placed two players on the preseason Big Ten all-conference list released Monday.Buckeyes quarterback J.T. Barrett and defensive end Tyquan Lewis were joined on the East Division team by Penn State running back Saquon Barkley and quarterback Trace McSorley.
Wisconsin to play exhibition basketball games Down Under
MADISON — The Wisconsin men's basketball team will visit New Zealand and Australia next month on a five-game exhibition tour.The Badgers begin their trip in Auckland, New Zealand, with a game against the New Zealand Breakers on Aug. 15.