Former Badgers Coach Howard Moore Honored with Documentary Premiere

Screening raises funds for Moore's ongoing care after tragic accident 7 years ago

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A documentary about former Wisconsin Badgers player and coach Howard Moore premiered in Madison, highlighting his inspiring journey following a tragic accident that changed his life seven years ago. The film, titled "A Road At Night", tells the story of Moore, whose life was dramatically altered by the accident that now limits him to a wheelchair. Despite his challenges, Moore attended the premiere, inspiring attendees with his presence.

Why it matters

The documentary screening represents more than just a film - it's a tribute to someone who profoundly shaped the lives of many former players both on and off the court. All proceeds from the screenings will go toward Moore's continued care, ensuring the community continues supporting someone who gave so much to Wisconsin basketball.

The details

The documentary screening opened its doors at 5:30 p.m., drawing former teammates, colleagues and community members who wanted to honor Moore's legacy and ongoing impact. The film was a three-year project that required extensive research and interviews across the country, with 35 people interviewed in eight cities.

  • The accident that changed Moore's life occurred 7 years ago.
  • The documentary premiere took place on February 13, 2026.

The players

Howard Moore

Former Wisconsin Badgers player and coach whose life was dramatically altered by a tragic accident 7 years ago, leaving him in a wheelchair.

Greg Gard

Current Wisconsin Badgers Head Coach who was on board with telling Moore's inspirational story.

Andy Kilbride

Moore's former teammate who said the documentary premiere was a special night to shine a light on Howard's life and his family's life.

Rashard Griffin

Another former teammate of Moore's who considers him a brother and said Moore took care of him since he was a freshman in high school.

John Roach

The film director who said the documentary was a three-year process that involved interviewing 35 people in 8 cities.

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What they’re saying

“We live in such a 24-hour news cycle where we forget about what happened yesterday. This was such a tragic, horrendous event, and Howard was so inspirational to so many people as a player and coach I was on board with — we really need to tell his story.”

— Greg Gard, Wisconsin Badgers Head Coach

“It's a special night. I'm happy that a broader audience will be able to see this documentary to really shine a light on Howard's life and his family's life. It's obviously a tragic event that happened almost seven years ago.”

— Andy Kilbride, Moore's former teammate

“Howard is my brother. He's been in my life since I was a freshman in high school and still to this day. One of the most powerful things that he told me was that sold me to come to Wisconsin was that he was gonna take care of me. He did that and he's still doing that.”

— Rashard Griffin, Moore's former teammate

What’s next

All proceeds from the documentary screenings will go toward Moore's continued care, ensuring the community continues supporting someone who gave so much to Wisconsin basketball.

The takeaway

This documentary serves as a powerful tribute to Howard Moore, a former Wisconsin Badgers player and coach whose inspiring journey and lasting impact on his players and the community is being honored and supported through this film.