So far, the Badgers (18-1) have been able to take care of business in the Big Ten, but it hasn't necessarily been pretty. Last Saturday they pulled out a six-point win at Northwestern (10-7), and trailed for much of the second half. Then on Wednesday, they pulled off a five-point win over a more formidable opponent in Purdue (13-6). What does this all mean? Well, in years past, the Badgers would have likely lost the game at Northwestern, with this being the first win in last three games for the Badgers at Welsh-Ryan Arena. This win especially showed even though they aren't winning easily, they are winning, and more importantly playing as a unit.
Today, the Badgers travel to Illinois (14-6), in hopes of continuing the nations longest win streak. Champaign is a tough place to play, but this is a Badger team that has what it takes to win on the road. Wednesday, the Badgers host Michigan (15-4) at the Kohl Center. Michigan's is a good long range shooting team, one of the few weaknesses this Badger team has. But playing at home does give them the advantage. Hopefully by next week, they will be (20-1), Go Badgers!
Saturday, January 20, 2007
Go Badgers!
Saturday, January 13, 2007
Go Badgers!
Go Badgers is a new feature I will post every Saturday throughout the remainder of the NCAA Basketball season. It will focus mainly on The University of Wisconsin, but also any other major college basketball stories.
This year is an exciting year to be a Badger fan. The Badgers are currently Ranked No. 3 in the AP Poll and No. 4 in the ESPN/USA Today poll. Those are the highest rankings in school history. With a record of 16-1 and just beginning the Big Ten schedule, this is the first team that has a legitimate shot at the Final Four.
This week was big with a 72-69 win over Ohio St. on Tuesday, the Badgers have gained the upper hand in the race for the Big Ten Title. Today's game against Northwestern will be a true sign of what the team is made of though. With Wisconsin and Ohio St. seemingly head over heals above the rest of the Big Ten teams, getting past teams that are supposed to be wins shows character. If they can take care of business, Badger fans should be cheering all the way through March. Go Badgers!
