A photo of Tyler Wahl of the Wisconsin Badgers

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

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

“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

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

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

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

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

If Wisconsin wants to go far in March, they need Kamari McGee back

The Badgers defense has slipped since McGee got injured in mid-January. His return to the lineup will be critical. By Nathan Denzin, BADGER STRIPES https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After a much needed week-long break, Wisconsin Badgers basketball returns to the court Tuesday night against a struggling Indiana Hoosiers team. Wisconsin hasn’t exactly been the picture of stability recently either, posting a 4-5 record – … Continue reading If Wisconsin wants to go far in March, they need Kamari McGee back

DUNK CITY: Watch highlights of 4-star Wisconsin basketball priority recruit Davion Hannah

The 6’5″ combo guard, a junior from the Milwaukee area, also has offers from Michigan State, Marquette, Iowa, USC, Auburn and many other high majors. By Peter Cameron, BADGER STRIPES https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Wisconsin Badgers Head Coach Greg Gard and his staff have made the recruiting of Davion Hannah of Nicolet High School a priority. At 6’5″, the class of 2026 shooting … Continue reading DUNK CITY: Watch highlights of 4-star Wisconsin basketball priority recruit Davion Hannah

VIDEO: Watch the impressive skill set of 4-star Badger basketball priority recruit Kai Rogers

The 6’10” junior from Wauwatosa West has a plethora of high-major offers, including from Wisconsin and several Big Ten schools. https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Kai Rogers is a long and athletic center that coaches drool over. He moves well and can shoot the three, a rare asset that fits well into the Wisconsin system. Badger Stripes was at Wauwatosa West’s home win Friday … Continue reading VIDEO: Watch the impressive skill set of 4-star Badger basketball priority recruit Kai Rogers

Steven Crowl dribbles the ball inside against a Michigan State defender.

From No. 6 to unranked in just three weeks: How do the Badgers turn it around?

Wisconsin was flying high at the end of January, but poor rebounding and individuals regressing have caused the Badgers to plummet. By Nathan Denzin, BADGER STRIPES https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); At one point this year the Wisconsin Badgers were ranked at No. 6 in the entire country… but now just a few weeks later they aren’t ranked at all. AJ Storr was (and still … Continue reading From No. 6 to unranked in just three weeks: How do the Badgers turn it around?

A photo of Brevin Pritzl playing for his German league team.

ACROSS THE POND: Catching up with former Badger Brevin Pritzl

The Wisconsin graduate and Big Ten champion is now playing professionally in Belgium. By Peter Cameron, BADGER STRIPES https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Brevin Pritzl played his last season with UW in the 2019-2020 season, leaving school with a bachelor’s and a master’s degree, and a conference title. He’s been playing professionally in Europe ever since. Badger Stripes chatted with Pritzl about the transition to … Continue reading ACROSS THE POND: Catching up with former Badger Brevin Pritzl

Kon Knueppel dribbles out of a double team on the wing.

Duke recruit Kon Knueppel II of Milwaukee snubbed by McDonald’s All-American team

Despite his sky-high ranking, the smooth scorer wasn’t named to the 24-player exhibition of top high schoolers. By Nathan Denzin, BADGER STRIPES https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4317615640364969 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In a surprising snub for a player who rocketed to the top of the recruiting charts in 2023, the 6’6” Kon Knueppel II was left off the McDonald’s All-America team, announced Jan. 23. Knueppel, of Wisconsin Lutheran High … Continue reading Duke recruit Kon Knueppel II of Milwaukee snubbed by McDonald’s All-American team