Wisconsin finished off its non-conference schedule with a win over Milwaukee. Zach and Jesse discuss what they've seen from the #Badgers so far and what awaits them in 2026. BadgerExtra's Jim Polzin also joins the show to talk about his impressions of Greg Gard's team, whether he thinks they are an NCAA Tournament team and the guys veer into Luke Fickell and Chris McIntosh job security and football talk. The show closes with some listener questions.

Wisconsin finished off its non-conference schedule with a win over Milwaukee. Zach and Jesse discuss what they've seen from the #Badgers so far and what awaits them in 2026. BadgerExtra's Jim Polzin also joins the show to talk about his impressions of Greg Gard's team, whether he thinks they are an NCAA Tournament team and the guys veer into Luke Fickell and Chris McIntosh job security and football talk. The show closes with some listener questions.

A podcast focused solely on the Wisconsin basketball team with hosts Zach Heilprin of the Wisconsin Sports Zone Network and Jesse Temple of The Athletic.

The Swing: A Wisconsin Badgers Basketball Podcast

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Evaluating Wisconsin heading into 2026, NCAA Tournament (?), Jim Polzin joins the show

Wisconsin has a new athletic director. Zach and Jesse discuss the hire of Shawn Eichorst and what he brings to the job as Chris McIntosh's replacement. BadgerExtra's Jim Polzin also joins the show to give his take on the hire. 

The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday

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Wisconsin has a new athletic director. Zach and Jesse discuss the hire of Shawn Eichorst and what he brings to the job as Chris McIntosh's replacement. BadgerExtra's Jim Polzin also joins the show to give his take on the hire.&nbsp;
The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer &amp; spirits. Experience Taste Everyday
https://brennansmarket.com/

Wisconsin hires Shawn Eichorst as Athletic Director, Jim Polzin joins the show

Wisconsin stayed hot on the recruiting trail in adding 4-star recruit Baboucarr Ann. Zach and Jesse discuss the Badgers landing the No. 1 player in Minnesota, how they did it and what he brings to the table. They also dive into the other additions in the class -- 4-star guard Jalen Brown and 3-star center Jack Thelan.

The Swing is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday

https://brennansmarket.com/

Wisconsin stayed hot on the recruiting trail in adding 4-star recruit Baboucarr Ann. Zach and Jesse discuss the Badgers landing the No. 1 player in Minnesota, how they did it and what he brings to the table. They also dive into the other additions in the class -- 4-star guard Jalen Brown and 3-star center Jack Thelan.
The Swing is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer &amp; spirits. Experience Taste Everyday
<a href="https://brennansmarket.com/">https://brennansmarket.com/</a>

Badgers land Baboucarr Ann to bolster 2027 class 

Wisconsin will open the season at Lambeau Field in a few months. Zach and Jesse talk about the Badgers trip last week to get acclimated to the surroundings and what a win over Notre Dame would mean. The guys then dive into the defensive side of the ball to rank the best players in school history.

The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday

https://brennansmarket.com/

Wisconsin will open the season at Lambeau Field in a few months. Zach and Jesse talk about the Badgers trip last week to get acclimated to the surroundings and what a win over Notre Dame would mean. The guys then dive into the defensive side of the ball to rank the best players in school history.
The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer &amp; spirits. Experience Taste Everyday
<a href="https://brennansmarket.com/">https://brennansmarket.com/</a>

Evaluating Wisconsin heading into 2026, NCAA Tournament (?), Jim Polzin joins the show

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