Rival Coach Declares Badger Guards College’s Best
Dusty May, fresh off leading Florida Atlantic to a 2023 Final Four and building Michigan into a Big Ten powerhouse, lavished praise on Wisconsin’s backcourt duo. On FS1’s Wake Up Barstool, the rival coach—who once mentored Nick Boyd—called Boyd and John Blackwell “might be the best backcourt in all of college basketball.” Their reunion under Greg Gard’s roster rebuild validates the Badgers’ dark-horse Final Four buzz.
In today’s episode of “Stop, drop, and brag,” a coach who beat you last season officially crowns your guards the greatest thing since sliced cheese. Nothing says “fear us” like hearing a rival admit you’re superior—especially when that rival also stocked your roster. Next season, may we all enjoy more humble-brag headlines like this one.
Frozen Four Rankings Shake Up After Coaching Shake-Up
Wisconsin women’s hockey stayed at No. 2 in the USA Hockey poll behind Ohio State, but the week’s big move came from Minnesota’s program. After a 4-2 upset loss to Northeastern, the Gophers swapped spots with the Huskies and promptly fired coach Brad Frost—owner of 556 WCHA wins—citing unmet expectations. Meanwhile, the Badgers (33-4-2) await Penn State in the Frozen Four opener on March 20 at Pegula Arena.
Nothing says “we’re serious” like swapping poll spots then axing the guy who won four national titles. If firing a Hall-of-Famer after one loss seems extreme, just remember: in women’s college hockey, an upset is the new policy memo. Can’t wait for next week’s poll to see who else gets the pink slip for daring to drop a game.
Boyd’s All-American Snub Sparks Outrage
Despite averaging 20.6 points, 4.2 assists, 3.8 rebounds and starring in marquee matchups, Wisconsin guard Nick Boyd was passed over for all AP All-American teams and honorable mention nods. The Associated Press favored 26 other players, including freshmen and bench-role stars, over Boyd—even though he led all Power-4 scorers and excelled against top-10 opponents.
Apparently, glowing stat lines and clutch performances mean nothing if you don’t have the right agent—or a catchy nickname. Let’s hope Boyd uses this insult as fuel, because nothing says “revenge tour” like torching the bracket after the voters politely ignore you.
Uber Hoop Dreams Forge Unlikely Badger Bond
Wisconsin senior guard Nick Boyd craves extra reps, so he and manager Isaac Wodajo hail Ubers to empty gyms on road trips, forging a lasting friendship. Wodajo, UW’s recruiting guru and Boyd’s mentor, shares a similar transfer journey. The pair’s pre-game routine—30 to 60 minutes of shooting—has become ritual, fueling Boyd’s electric performances and solidifying a bond beyond basketball.
Who knew that in the era of analytics and fancy gadgets, the secret to peak performance is a rideshare app and two dudes shooting alone in a random YMCA? Clearly, wisdom and friendship are best served with a side of surge pricing.
Badgers’ Inside Linebacker Room Bristles with Talent
As spring practice looms, Wisconsin’s inside linebackers promise fireworks. Mason Posa and Cooper Catalano—neck-and-neck in tackles and splash plays—own the starting jobs, but JUCO transfer Taylor Schaefer, Kansas import Jon Jon Kamara, veteran Aaron Witt and redshirt sophomores lurk. Boldly, the prediction is that Posa and Catalano will prove they’re the team’s best players, not just the defense’s.
Ah, nothing like a room full of linebackers so interchangeable even the coaches need a spreadsheet to pick No. 3. Meanwhile, Posa and Catalano are practically moonlighting as spring mascots, strutting around reminding everyone they might be the real MVPs of the entire squad.
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