Prized Badger hoops recruit Daniel Freitag on winning state in MN, his surgically-repaired ankle

The highest-rated point guard recruit in Wisconsin history will be thrust into the limelight his freshman year after Chucky Hepburn announced his intent to transfer. He’s no stranger to high pressure situations. All eyes have been on Daniel Freitag since Chucky Hepburn announced his intent to transfer. The highest-rated point guard recruit in school history said he was just as surprised as anyone else at … Continue reading Prized Badger hoops recruit Daniel Freitag on winning state in MN, his surgically-repaired ankle

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A photo of Daniel Freitag playing for Breck School

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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.

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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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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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19% and 90%: What the numbers tell us about Wisconsin Badgers men’s basketball (so far)

Expect at least one major offensive category to improve drastically as the season progresses. Hopefully during the three games of hell week coming right up. By Peter Cameron, BADGER STRIPES After seven games, including four against high-quality opponents, the Wisconsin Badgers men’s basketball team is 5-2. Now they enter perhaps their toughest stretch of the season, in which they play #2 Marquette at home on … Continue reading 19% and 90%: What the numbers tell us about Wisconsin Badgers men’s basketball (so far)

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A mashup of three Badger players, Conner Essegian dribbles on the left, Tyler Wahl posts up in the middle, and John Blackwell shoots a jumper on the right.

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How much Wisconsin Badger men’s basketball players charge for NIL services

The basketball team is a little pricey when it comes to Name, Image and Likeness services, especially if you want an appearance. By Nathan Denzin, BADGER STRIPES Want an autograph Chucky Hepburn? How about an appearance from Connor Essegian at your event? With payments for Name, Image and Likeness, or NIL, in full swing across college athletics, the student-athletes of the Wisconsin Badgers Men’s Basketball team … Continue reading How much Wisconsin Badger men’s basketball players charge for NIL services

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