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Previously: B5Q, BadgerBlitz, AllBadgers, Wisconsin State Journal/BadgerExtra, Wisconsin Badgers On Si Current: Badger Observer

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if you'd actually tell me what it's for I woulda Venmo'd it to you so you could bring to Madison for the tailgate next season

12.03.2026 22:58 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Breaking down Wisconsin basketball, NCAA Tournament seeding with Bart Torvik Watch now | Badger Observer went back to its roots in chatting with an old friend about March Madness and more.

(FREE) The Badgers play the Huskies later today in the Big Ten Tournament. Went back to my B5Q roots and chatted with the amazing @barttorvik.bsky.social about this Wisconsin team, B1G tourney results and potential NCAA Tournament seeding impact, and T-Rank.

12.03.2026 12:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Breaking down Wisconsin basketball, NCAA Tournament seeding with Bart Torvik Watch now | Badger Observer went back to its roots in chatting with an old friend about March Madness and more.

(FREE) The Badgers play the Huskies later today in the Big Ten Tournament. Went back to my B5Q roots and chatted with the amazing @barttorvik.bsky.social about this Wisconsin team, B1G tourney results and potential NCAA Tournament seeding impact, and T-Rank.

12.03.2026 12:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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How substitute teaching helped Wisconsin football's new CBs coach More from a discussion with one of the Badgers' newest assistants.

New #Badgers CBs coach Robert Steeples spoke to reporters last week. Among the topics discussed were a transfer CB being a leader in a new-look unit, who could play in the slot, and how substitute teaching has helped him as a coach.

11.03.2026 14:18 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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How substitute teaching helped Wisconsin football's new CBs coach More from a discussion with one of the Badgers' newest assistants.

New #Badgers CBs coach Robert Steeples spoke to reporters last week. Among the topics discussed were a transfer CB being a leader in a new-look unit, who could play in the slot, and how substitute teaching has helped him as a coach.

11.03.2026 14:18 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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a man in a superman suit is laying down ALT: a man in a superman suit is laying down

This bright sun (and 70 degree temps) hitting you and temporarily curing your seasonal depression like

09.03.2026 21:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Inside this Badgers' 'whirlwind transition' to the Atlanta Vibe Catching up with the former Badgers middle blocker as she embarked on her professional journey.

What's it like to get a phone call after grabbing groceries at Trader Joe's, and a few hours later you're in a new city as a professional volleyball player?

Inside the "whirlwind transition" for former Badgers middle blocker Alicia Andrew to the Atlanta Vibe.

08.03.2026 14:49 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Inside this Badgers' 'whirlwind transition' to the Atlanta Vibe Catching up with the former Badgers middle blocker as she embarked on her professional journey.

What's it like to get a phone call after grabbing groceries at Trader Joe's, and a few hours later you're in a new city as a professional volleyball player?

Inside the "whirlwind transition" for former Badgers middle blocker Alicia Andrew to the Atlanta Vibe.

08.03.2026 14:49 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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4 thoughts from Badgers' road win at No. 15 Purdue Let's break down how the Badger derailed the Boilermakers in Mackey Arena.

Since I'm not in West Lafayette, made this free, but a quartet of thoughts after the Badgers' road upset at Purdue without Nolan Winter.

08.03.2026 00:47 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Badgers have 12 assists on 14 made baskets. Great passing thus far as Wisconsin's up 47-40 with 2:31 remaining in the first half.

Boyd and Rohde each have 3 assists apiece.

07.03.2026 21:59 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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'It's a powerful message:' Kelly Sheffield on 'A Road at Night' The Badgers coach discussed the support of the documentary and how the Wisconsin volleyball team got involved.

β€œI want people to go out and watch this film … It’s an important message. It’s a powerful message.”

Caught up w/Kelly Sheffield about β€œA Road at Night” and how Wisconsin volleyball helped support the film last month.

06.03.2026 12:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Mason Reiger at Wisconsin football pro day: 'I'll forever be a Badger now' Watch now | The East-West Shrine Bowl Defensive MVP spoke to reporters Friday at Wisconsin's pro day.

Former Badgers OLB Mason Reiger spoke to reporters during Wisconsin Pro Day yesterday. (FREE)

β€œPeople ask me where I play college ball at I'm proud to say I'm a Badger.”

07.03.2026 12:54 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Badgers' persistence pays off in landing 2027 OLB Isaac Miller A chat with the in-state recruit about his recent commitment to the Badgers.

A key reason Isaac Miller committed to the Badgers: His relationship with OLBs coach Matt Mitchell.

β€œAnd I’d say that is a big factor for me, just the fact that he actually kept persisting on recruiting me, instead of just sending out graphics from recruiters.”

07.03.2026 16:32 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Badgers' persistence pays off in landing 2027 OLB Isaac Miller A chat with the in-state recruit about his recent commitment to the Badgers.

A key reason Isaac Miller committed to the Badgers: His relationship with OLBs coach Matt Mitchell.

β€œAnd I’d say that is a big factor for me, just the fact that he actually kept persisting on recruiting me, instead of just sending out graphics from recruiters.”

07.03.2026 16:32 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Mason Reiger at Wisconsin football pro day: 'I'll forever be a Badger now' Watch now | The East-West Shrine Bowl Defensive MVP spoke to reporters Friday at Wisconsin's pro day.

Former Badgers OLB Mason Reiger spoke to reporters during Wisconsin Pro Day yesterday. (FREE)

β€œPeople ask me where I play college ball at I'm proud to say I'm a Badger.”

07.03.2026 12:54 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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'It's a powerful message:' Kelly Sheffield on 'A Road at Night' The Badgers coach discussed the support of the documentary and how the Wisconsin volleyball team got involved.

β€œI want people to go out and watch this film … It’s an important message. It’s a powerful message.”

Caught up w/Kelly Sheffield about β€œA Road at Night” and how Wisconsin volleyball helped support the film last month.

06.03.2026 12:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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(Future?) Badger Observer: 2027 outside linebacker Isaac Miller A look at another highly-touted recruit from one of the state's powerhouse programs.

Last fall, watched new Badgers commit Isaac Miller and broke down what stood out in a dominant win.

05.03.2026 22:28 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What Greg Gard, Badgers said after victory vs. Maryland Watch now | Watch and listen to the Badgers' postgame availability

(FREE) Here's what Greg Gard, Badgers said about Nolan Winter and Wisconsin's blowout victory vs. Maryland.

05.03.2026 04:22 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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5 thoughts from Wisconsin basketball's victory vs. Maryland More on Nolan Winter's injury but a shining performance

A handful of thoughts from the Badgers final home game of the season, from another stellar Braeden Carrington outing to a dominant second half, and yes, the injury to Nolan Winter.

05.03.2026 12:54 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What Greg Gard, Badgers said after victory vs. Maryland Watch now | Watch and listen to the Badgers' postgame availability

(FREE) Here's what Greg Gard, Badgers said about Nolan Winter and Wisconsin's blowout victory vs. Maryland.

05.03.2026 04:22 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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3 things to know about the Badgers' new wide receivers coach A dive into the resume and playing career of one of Wisconsin's newest assistants.

Made this FREE to everyone, but a dive into Wisconsin's new wide receivers coach, Ari Confesor.
*Impressive returner/receiver for a well-known FCS program
*Some overlap with a current Badgers assistant at another FBS stop
*Lots of coaching experience

04.03.2026 20:48 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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3 things to know about the Badgers' new wide receivers coach A dive into the resume and playing career of one of Wisconsin's newest assistants.

Made this FREE to everyone, but a dive into Wisconsin's new wide receivers coach, Ari Confesor.
*Impressive returner/receiver for a well-known FCS program
*Some overlap with a current Badgers assistant at another FBS stop
*Lots of coaching experience

04.03.2026 20:48 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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5 thoughts on Wisconsin basketball's road win at Washington Another 'UW Bowl' goes to the Badgers.

Made this free for everyone. A handful of thoughts from the Badgers' road win at Washington, led off by a career performance by the underrated transfer pickup for the program from this past offseason.

01.03.2026 00:39 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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5 thoughts on Wisconsin basketball's road win at Washington Another 'UW Bowl' goes to the Badgers.

Made this free for everyone. A handful of thoughts from the Badgers' road win at Washington, led off by a career performance by the underrated transfer pickup for the program from this past offseason.

01.03.2026 00:39 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

In all honesty, this happy accident showed me why I send my digital pebbling to these people. All of them started interacting with one another, and I was like, "yep, this all checks out."

26.02.2026 14:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

OPE

There goes my Fellowship of the Meme plans

26.02.2026 13:40 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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These 2 Badgers look to impress NFL personnel at the Big Data Bowl Fans can watch Vinny Anthony II and Mason Reiger later this week in Indianapolis, but behind the scenes, two other Badgers are looking to state their case in front of NFL personnel.

Badgers Vinny Anthony II and Mason Reiger are hoping to impress teams this week at the NFL Combine.

But Jack Sullivan and student assistant Shekhar Shah are two Badgers also in Indianapolis and set to speak with NFL personnel off the field in the Big Data Bowl finals.

25.02.2026 13:18 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Badger Observer still continues to grow as Badgers men's basketball reaches March Madness levels shortly, spring football's around the corner, as is some spring volleyball.

Always a great time to become a free or paid subscriber for local journalism with unique stories.

25.02.2026 13:52 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Badger Observer still continues to grow as Badgers men's basketball reaches March Madness levels shortly, spring football's around the corner, as is some spring volleyball.

Always a great time to become a free or paid subscriber for local journalism with unique stories.

25.02.2026 13:52 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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These 2 Badgers look to impress NFL personnel at the Big Data Bowl Fans can watch Vinny Anthony II and Mason Reiger later this week in Indianapolis, but behind the scenes, two other Badgers are looking to state their case in front of NFL personnel.

Badgers Vinny Anthony II and Mason Reiger are hoping to impress teams this week at the NFL Combine.

But Jack Sullivan and student assistant Shekhar Shah are two Badgers also in Indianapolis and set to speak with NFL personnel off the field in the Big Data Bowl finals.

25.02.2026 13:18 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0