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“The ones that have the most success like Marcus has, are ones that create the identity for themselves.”

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman learned a thing or two from Luke Fickell throughout his early football days. Since then, he's went on to build a dynasty of his own.

Now, the two meet again in Week 1 of the 2026 season, only this time as head coaches.

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"I definitely feel more comfortable."

QB1 Colton Joseph heads into his Wisconsin debut vs. No. 4 Notre Dame with a weight off his shoulders.

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"The information that you get from these matches are really, really valuable."

Despite going 0-2 on the weekend out in Pittsburgh, Wisconsin volleyball is far from worried.

Knowing they've been in this position before in seasons past, if anything the 1-3 overall record that the hold is an advantage.

“Everybody talks about what’s your identity, and I think that’s what the start of a new year is always about.”

Game week is FINALLY here, and the are opening up their season with what could be their toughest test of the year.

MORE: https://www.wmtv15news.com/2026/09/01/wisconsin-football-preps-high-stakes-season-opener-against-no-4-notre-dame/

“Working with kids, has always been something I wanted to do growing up.”

defensive lineman Charles Perkins spent this past offseason paying it forward, mentoring kids at the Bayview Foundation.

More for Badger Sports Report/WMTV 15 News:

TONIGHT: How defensive lineman Charles Perkins spent his offseason giving back, all the while, fulfilling a lifelong calling.

Tune in to the first Badger Sports Report of the season immediately following our 10pm newscast tonight for the full story!

ICYMI: RB Josh Jacobs has been placed on the Commissioners Exempt List.

What does that exactly mean?

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