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  • Wisconsin Football's 2027 Recruiting Class is SPECIAL | Nick Osen Breaks Down the Badgers' Future

    Wisconsin Football's 2027 Recruiting Class is SPECIAL | Nick Osen Breaks Down the Badgers' Future
    Jul 1 2026
    The Wisconsin Badgers are building one of the nation's top recruiting classes—and Badger247 recruiting insider Nick Osen joins to explain why. In this episode of Prep Mania, Riley Jauch and Dennis Semrau sit down with Nick Osen of Badger247 (247Sports) to discuss Wisconsin football recruiting, Luke Fickell's momentum on the trail, the rise of in-state talent, and why the 2027 recruiting class could become one of the best in recent Badgers history. The conversation also dives into Wisconsin basketball recruiting, Greg Gard's recruiting success, NIL, the transfer portal, and several future Badger stars that fans should keep an eye on. Topics include: Wisconsin Football's Top-25 2027 recruiting class Luke Fickell's recruiting strategy Why Wisconsin is producing more Division I talent Keeping top in-state recruits home NIL and transfer portal impact on recruiting Wisconsin Basketball recruiting update Greg Gard's latest recruiting wins Players to watch for the Badgers Recruiting misconceptions every fan should know Players discussed: Cole Ryder • Coors Loken • Kingston Allen • Isaac Miller • Richie Flanagan • Jalen Brown • Babukar Ann • Jack Thielen • Ian Elmer • Emmett Bork • Cairo Skanes • Abu Sama • Darion Dupree • Nate Palmer If you're a Wisconsin Badgers fan looking for the latest recruiting news, football updates, basketball recruiting analysis, and insider coverage, this interview is for you.
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    24 Min.
  • New Madison Memorial Basketball Coach Billy Wilson on Replacing a Legend & Building the Future

    New Madison Memorial Basketball Coach Billy Wilson on Replacing a Legend & Building the Future
    Jul 1 2026
    Madison Memorial Basketball begins a new chapter. In this exclusive interview with ESPN Madison's Prep Mania, new Madison Memorial head basketball coach Billy Wilson discusses taking over one of Wisconsin's most respected high school basketball programs following the retirement of legendary coach Steve Collins. Wilson shares what he learned from coaching alongside Collins, his vision for the Spartans, why relationships matter more than wins, and the culture he hopes to build as Memorial enters a new era. The conversation also covers Wilson's own playing career at Memorial, coaching at his alma mater, developing student-athletes, multi-sport participation, and the emotional journey of helping lead the team following the passing of teammate Trey Von Harris. Topics include: Taking over for legendary coach Steve Collins Billy Wilson's coaching philosophy Building culture through accountability and relationships Changes coming to Madison Memorial Basketball Man-to-man defense and playing a faster style Coaching at his alma mater The importance of teacher-coaches Encouraging multi-sport athletes Lessons from Memorial's state tournament runs Leading through adversity after the loss of Trey Von Harris What success looks like in Year 1 Whether you're a Madison Memorial fan, Wisconsin high school basketball supporter, coach, parent, or player, this conversation offers an inside look at leadership, culture, and the future of one of the state's premier basketball programs.
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    17 Min.
  • 5-7-26 PrepMania Baseball: Cardinals Strike Out Cancer! Sun Prairie East vs. Middleton

    5-7-26 PrepMania Baseball: Cardinals Strike Out Cancer! Sun Prairie East vs. Middleton
    May 8 2026
    1 Std. und 42 Min.
  • 4-28-26 PrepMania Baseball: Sun Prairie East at Verona

    4-28-26 PrepMania Baseball: Sun Prairie East at Verona
    Apr 29 2026
    3 Std. und 2 Min.
  • 4-21-26 PrepMania Baseball: Middleton @ Madison East

    4-21-26 PrepMania Baseball: Middleton @ Madison East
    Apr 22 2026
    2 Std. und 18 Min.
  • 4-16-26 Sun Prairie East vs. Sun Prairie West | WIAA Baseball | PrepMania

    4-16-26 Sun Prairie East vs. Sun Prairie West | WIAA Baseball | PrepMania
    Apr 17 2026
    Sun Prairie East vs Sun Prairie West LIVE — it’s a **cross-town rivalry with everything on the line**. The Cardinals and Wolves meet in a high-energy **Battle for Sun Prairie**, bringing intensity, pride, and Big Eight Conference implications to the field. Watch every moment with **LIVE play-by-play coverage**, featuring key at-bats, pitching duels, and the momentum swings that make rivalry baseball different. Sun Prairie East’s championship pedigree meets a hungry Sun Prairie West team eager to prove itself in one of Wisconsin’s most competitive conferences. This is Wisconsin high school baseball at its best — fast, physical, and fueled by rivalry.
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    2 Std. und 57 Min.
  • 4-13-26 PrepMania Weekly - Baseball Season Is Here | Sun Prairie Baseball Rivalry Preview

    4-13-26 PrepMania Weekly - Baseball Season Is Here | Sun Prairie Baseball Rivalry Preview
    Apr 14 2026
    Baseball season is here — and teams are already starting to separate. Tonight on PrepMania Weekly, Hunter Vaughn and Dennis Semrau break down the start of the high school baseball season, highlighting which teams are playing the best baseball early and what trends are emerging across the area. We also react to the news of the Marquette University baseball head coach stepping down, discussing what it means for the program and the local baseball landscape. ⚾ Special Guest Sun Prairie East head coach Jack Marchese joins the show ahead of a big cross-town rivalry series against Sun Prairie West. We’ll talk about his team’s start, what to expect in the matchup, and what it takes to win in a rivalry setting. 📅 PrepMania On Deck We wrap the show by looking ahead to the best upcoming games in the area, including key matchups and teams to watch as the season continues to unfold. Hosted by Hunter Vaughn and Dennis Semrau. Join the conversation live and subscribe for weekly high school sports coverage on PrepMania.
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    50 Min.
  • 4-6-26 Monona Grove vs Kettle Moraine | WIAA Baseball | PrepMania

    4-6-26 Monona Grove vs Kettle Moraine | WIAA Baseball | PrepMania
    Apr 7 2026
    PrepMania heads to the diamond. Join us for a high school baseball showdown as Monona Grove takes on Kettle Moraine — live from Lake Country DockHounds Stadium. 🎙️ On the call: Hunter Vaughn & Dennis Semrau 🕓 Pregame coverage: 4:15 PM 📍 Lake Country DockHounds Stadium 🎥 Zimbrick Honda’s Presentation of PrepMania 📺 Streaming on the ESPN Wisconsin App & ESPN Madison YouTube Channel 🦅 Monona Grove Silver Eagles A veteran-heavy roster led by senior standout Cal Moreau, who: Hit .464 with a team-high 39 hits Anchors the staff with a 0.83 ERA Monona Grove brings experience across the lineup and production at the plate, including key contributors like: Luke Chynoweth (.464 AVG) – table-setter Eli Bauler (26 RBI) – run producer Balanced lineup with proven production and a top-end arm. 🔵 Kettle Moraine Lasers Led by first-year head coach Matt O’Sullivan, the Lasers bring a mix of high-level talent and upside. Top players include: Chace Staude (.583 AVG last season, Notre Dame commit) – elite all-around player Sam Scaffido – top pitcher and defensive anchor Jimmy Angle – power bat in the middle of the lineup On the mound: Nick Sievert (LHP) – deceptive arm slot, mixes fastball/slider Kettle Moraine emphasizes balance — with speed, power, and developing pitching depth. 🔥 Game Storylines • Early-season matchup at a pro-level ballpark • Veteran lineup vs high-upside talent • Pitching vs power • Classic Eight vs Big Eight caliber competition
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    3 Std. und 3 Min.