Wisconsin Badgers drop NCAA Tournament seed projections after Penn State loss

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Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Wisconsin Badgers drop NCAA Tournament seed projections after Penn State loss
Summary

The Wisconsin Badgers fell from a top-four seed in NCAA Tournament projections after a recent loss to Penn State. Previously seated as a potential No. 2 seed, Wisconsin's record now stands at 17-7 after going 4-2 over the past three weeks. The Badgers have lost their last two matches against ranked opponents, including a five-set match against No. 11 Penn State. They are projected as a No. 3 seed alongside Arizona State, Oregon, and Vanderbilt. Wisconsin's final regular-season matches will be against Rutgers and Ohio State, followed by the Big Ten Tournament, where they hope to improve their standing before the NCAA selection show in three weeks.

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  • •Wisconsin is now 17-7 overall and 9-2 in conference play.
  • •They lost to Penn State and Washington, both in five sets.
  • •The Badgers have beaten four unranked teams recently.
  • •Next matches are against Rutgers and Ohio State on the road.
  • •The Big Ten Tournament follows, which could serve as a resume booster.
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  • 5:15 PMYahoo Sports — Badgers slip in NCAA Tournament projection after loss to Penn State
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The Badgers are no longer a top two seed in NCAA Tournament projections.

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