Category: Basketball

AJ Storr drives past a Michigan State defender.
Basketball

Did AJ Storr’s mid-season hunt for a new team cause the Badgers’ February swoon?

The high-flying swingman was reportedly negotiating with at least one other program during the season, and had a handshake deal in place with a Big Ten rival in February. Right when Wisconsin’s promising season took a nosedive. By Peter Cameron, BADGER STRIPES AJ Storr was one of the most exciting Badger basketball players in years, electrifying the Kohl Center with his soaring leaps and thunderous … Continue reading Did AJ Storr’s mid-season hunt for a new team cause the Badgers’ February swoon?

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A photo of Daniel Freitag playing for Breck School
Basketball, Recruiting

Incoming Badger point guard Daniel Freitag “The opportunity is there for the taking, I just have to be ready”

Freitag said he was as surprised as anyone else that Chucky Hepburn announced his intent to transfer, but can’t wait for the extra opportunities on the court. By Nathan Denzin, BADGER STRIPES https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It’s been a hectic day for Daniel Freitag, the highest rated point guard recruit in Wisconsin Badger basketball history. He woke up as the fourth point guard … Continue reading Incoming Badger point guard Daniel Freitag “The opportunity is there for the taking, I just have to be ready”

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Steven Crowl looks for a pass while a Michigan State defender has his arms up.
Basketball

PREDICTION: Wisconsin Badgers will beat James Madison, because size matters

JMU is a popular upset pick, but don’t let the Dukes 31-3 record fool you. Taller teams like the Badgers have given them trouble. By Nathan Denzin, BADGER STRIPES https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); March Madness is the most wonderful time of the year, unless your team is upset early in the tournament. But despite the dreaded 5/12 draw for Wisconsin, fans should be … Continue reading PREDICTION: Wisconsin Badgers will beat James Madison, because size matters

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An image of Kon Knueppel in the WIAA state semifinal
Basketball, Recruiting

WATCH: Wisconsin Mr. Basketball Kon Knueppel II saves the state semifinal with a gutsy play

Knueppel and Wisconsin Lutheran are undefeated and will try to win the Division 2 state final today. https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tie game. Less than a minute to play. Wisconsin target Davion Hannah (#25) Nicolet High School has the ball. Wisconsin Mr. Basketball and future Duke Blue Devil Kon Knueppel II (#33) has four fouls. Then this happens. The 5-star recruit Knueppel showed … Continue reading WATCH: Wisconsin Mr. Basketball Kon Knueppel II saves the state semifinal with a gutsy play

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A photo of Howard Moore and Rashard Griffith
Basketball

Howard Moore’s name graces new award for best Big Ten men’s basketball assistant coach

The University of Wisconsin also announced its new men’s basketball offices would be named after the Howard Moore Family. By Peter Cameron, BADGER STRIPES Four Wisconsin men’s basketball players won conference awards this season. But with little fanfare, the Big Ten has bestowed a huge honor on another member of the Badger family. The postseason award for best men’s assistant basketball coach in the Big … Continue reading Howard Moore’s name graces new award for best Big Ten men’s basketball assistant coach

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AJ Storr gets ready to drive the ball.
Basketball

Five Badgers named to Big Ten All-Conference Honors

Four top players, and one very sportsman-like reserve took home Big Ten honors By Nathan Denzin, BADGER STRIPES Wisconsin might have had a disappointing end to their season, but they still had five players earn end-of-season honors from the Big Ten. Leading the group is AJ Storr, who earned himself a spot on the All-Conference Second Team. The Rockford native averaged a team high 16.2 points … Continue reading Five Badgers named to Big Ten All-Conference Honors

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A photo of Tyler Wahl of the Wisconsin Badgers
Basketball

WATCH AND LISTEN: Tyler Wahl addresses the crowd after his final game at the Kohl Center

The 5th-year power forward and graduate student had a lot of thanks to express. After Tyler Wahl played his final game at the Kohl Center Thursday night, he addressed the crowd. Here’s what he had to say. Badger Stripes is a sports news organization that provides in-depth coverage of Wisconsin athletics. Follow us on Facebook. Continue reading WATCH AND LISTEN: Tyler Wahl addresses the crowd after his final game at the Kohl Center

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A photo of Daniel Freitag dunking for Breck High School.Daniel Freitag dunks in a game for Breck
Basketball, Recruiting

“When we win state, I’ll love my chances [for] Mr. Basketball”: Both Badger 2024 recruits named to Minnesota shortlist

Daniel Freitag and Jack Robison have had impressive senior seasons before heading to Madison next year, with both still playing to make the state tournament. By Nathan Denzin, BADGER STRIPES https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Wisconsin Badgers only have two recruits coming into the basketball program next year, but both have made the shortlist for Minnesota’s 2024 Mr. Basketball recognition. Four-star recruit Daniel … Continue reading “When we win state, I’ll love my chances [for] Mr. Basketball”: Both Badger 2024 recruits named to Minnesota shortlist

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Aleem Ford holds his hand in an opponents face as he defends.
Basketball

Badger alum Aleem Ford traded to Wisconsin Herd, Bucks G-League team

The former Badger standout has bounced between the G-league and Puerto Rico for most of his career, now finds himself in Oshkosh. By Nathan Denzin, BADGER STRIPES https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Aleem Ford, a former Badger and key contributor to the teams 2020 Big Ten Title, is returning to Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Herd – Milwaukee’s G-League affiliate team based in Oshkosh – announced they … Continue reading Badger alum Aleem Ford traded to Wisconsin Herd, Bucks G-League team

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A photo of Wisconsin head coach Greg Gard during a game between Western Michigan and the Badgers at the Kohl Center in Madison, WI.
Basketball

It is foolish to call for Greg Gard to be fired

While running a squeaky-clean program, the Wisconsin Badgers head coach has won the third-most games in the Big Ten since taking the top job, and his players consistently graduate. By Peter Cameron, BADGER STRIPES https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The shrill cries of social media whiners ring out from Superior to Green Bay to Racine, Platteville, La Crosse and Eau Claire. They were right! … Continue reading It is foolish to call for Greg Gard to be fired

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