Wisconsin Badgers Await NCAA Tournament Fate on Selection Sunday

Head coach Greg Gard and players to speak after team's tournament seeding is announced

Mar. 15, 2026 at 6:20am

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As fans of college basketball eagerly await the announcement of the NCAA Tournament field on Selection Sunday, the Wisconsin Badgers are poised to hear their name called once again. The team has been on the bubble, floating between a 5 or 6 seed, but a recent top-10 win over Illinois and a strong effort against Michigan without star player Nolan Winter have the Badgers trending upward. Reporters will be on hand at the Kohl Center to speak with Coach Gard and players shortly after the official tournament seeding is revealed.

Why it matters

The NCAA Tournament is one of the most anticipated events in college sports, and Wisconsin's inclusion is a testament to their successful regular season. As a perennial tournament team, the Badgers' seeding and path through the bracket will be closely watched by their passionate fanbase.

The details

The Badgers were on the edge of most bracketology projections heading into this week, but their recent performance has boosted their stock. A win over 10th-ranked Illinois and a gutsy effort against Michigan without Winter have the team trending toward a 5 seed, though their official placement in the field will be announced on Sunday night.

  • The NCAA Tournament Selection Show airs on CBS on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
  • Shortly after the Badgers' tournament seeding is revealed, Coach Gard and players will speak to reporters at the Kohl Center.

The players

Greg Gard

Head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team.

Nolan Winter

Star player for the Wisconsin Badgers who missed the recent game against Michigan.

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