Badger Breakdown: Previewing Wisconsin’s home opener against Western Illinois

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The Badgers are heavy favorites in a game that can put them on the right track.

Kelly Sheffield on Wisconsin’s loaded volleyball roster and the challenge of putting it all together

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The Badgers have one of the youngest and most intriguing teams in Sheffield’s tenure.

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Eichorst, who worked in Wisconsin’s athletics department from 2006-11, returns following an eight-year stint at Texas.

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Jones and Ball are two talented guards who are eager to help the Badgers this season.

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A look at the Badgers’ on-field and weight-room preparation ahead of the 2026 season.

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Brown is a two-time first-team all-state honoree whose versatility stands out.

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Ann, one of the highest-rated Badgers commits in the online rankings era, is eager to follow the path he watched Brad Davison take at Wisconsin.

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Fuerbringer enters her junior season eager to push herself as a leader and more physical playmaker.

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Carlini and Hilley are two of the best setters in college volleyball history.

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White served as an associate head coach on staff before taking over a new position for the Badgers.

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The No. 6 Badgers play every other top-10 team and 14 total ranked opponents this season.

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Tulk ranked fifth on the team with 24 points as a freshman last season.

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Brown was hired in June following a 25-year career in NFL front offices.