Nolan Winter Returns to Badgers, Boosting 2026-27 Season

0:00On April 22nd, Nolan Wincher is coming back to the Wisconsin Badges for his fourth season, and that's a massive win for Coach Greg Gard. This forward averaged 13 points and eight rebounds per game last year, anchoring the team's success on both ends of the floor. His efficiency was off the charts, hitting over half his shots while sharing the ball with high usage guards. He also blocked shots and handled top big men, making him tough to replace in the transfer portal. Fans and the program love this show of loyalty in an era where players often chase bigger paydays elsewhere. Wincher said he couldn't see himself anywhere but Madison, boosting morale across Badger Nation. Coach Gard has already added recruits like Nolan Foxwell, Trey Autry, Victory On Wetsu, and Ian Elmer stretching the budget smartly. Winters return caps off a strong off-season push. With this core intact, the Badges live prime for a solid 202627 campaign, setting up nicely for whatever comes next.