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Jesse Nelson and Dennis Semrau bring you coverage of all the local Madison area high school games!

  1. 1-28-26 PrepMania Weekly - Lexy Richardson joins the show

    2D AGO

    1-28-26 PrepMania Weekly - Lexy Richardson joins the show

    ๐Ÿ€ PrepMania Weekly is back with a full standings and rankings breakdown across Wisconsin high school basketball. This week, we dive into the latest conference rankings for the Big 8 and Badger Large in both boys and girls basketball, using updated standings to show whoโ€™s in control โ€” and whoโ€™s closing the gap. In the Big 8 boys standings, Verona, Middleton, and Madison Memorial sit at the top of the conference, setting up a tightly contested race as head-to-head matchups begin to carry major weight. We break down what separates the top tier, where the pressure points are, and how the rest of the conference stacks up chasing the leaders. On the Badger Large girls side, Waunakee continues to lead the way with a 14โ€“1 overall record, dominant conference play, and one of the best point differentials in the league. Monona Grove and Beaver Dam remain firmly in the mix as the standings tighten and postseason positioning starts to matter. We also break down the latest Pizza Hut Power Rankings, discussing where conference performance is influencing statewide perception, which teams may be undervalued, and which rankings are sparking the most debate. ๐Ÿ”ฅ Special Guest at 6:30 Weโ€™re joined by Verona girls basketball head coach Lexy Richardson, who talks about building consistency, navigating Big 8 play, and what it takes to compete week in and week out at a high level. ๐Ÿ‘‡ In this episode: Big 8 boys conference standings (Verona, Middleton, Madison Memorial) Big 8 girls conference rankings Badger Large boys & girls standings breakdown Pizza Hut Power Rankings analysis Interview with Verona girls basketball coach Lexy Richardson (6:30) ๐Ÿ“ฃ Join the conversation Who should be higher? Whoโ€™s being overlooked? Drop your takes in the comments. ๐Ÿ‘ Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for weekly Wisconsin high school basketball coverage, rankings, and interviews.

    44 min
  2. 1-27-26 Mount Horeb vs. Edgewood GBB - PrepMania

    3D AGO

    1-27-26 Mount Horeb vs. Edgewood GBB - PrepMania

    ๐Ÿ€ Badger Small Conference girls basketball showdown! Tune in as Mount Horeb travels to face Edgewood in a key Badger Small Conference matchup with major implications in the league standings. Edgewood enters the night sitting atop the conference, while Mount Horeb looks to close the gap in a tightly contested race. ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ On the Call: Riley Jauch and โ€œThe Dean of Area High School Sportsโ€ Dennis Semrau bring you live play-by-play and expert analysis throughout the game. ๐Ÿ”ฅ Why This Game Matters: Edgewood leads the Badger Small Conference with a strong overall and home record Mount Horeb sits right in the middle of the standings, fighting for position and momentum Conference games often play a major role in postseason seeding and confidence heading into February ๐Ÿ“… Date: Saturday โฐ Tip-Off: 7:15 PM ๐Ÿ€ Sport: Girls High School Basketball ๐Ÿ† Conference: Badger Small ๐Ÿ“ Location: Edgewood High School ๐Ÿ“ฒ Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more Wisconsin high school girls basketball, conference showdowns, live broadcasts, and highlights all season long!

    1h 48m
  3. 1/20/26 Monona Grove vs Oregon Boys Basketball

    JAN 21

    1/20/26 Monona Grove vs Oregon Boys Basketball

    The Oregon Panthers host the Monona Grove Silver Eagles in a Badger Conference battle. ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ On the call: Hunter Vaughn & Dennis Semrau โฐ Pregame: 7:00 PM ๐Ÿ€ Tipoff: 7:15 PM Tune in for full coverage, highlights, and live play-by-play with PrepMania.

    1h 32m
  4. 1/15/26 Waunakee Warriors vs. Monona Grove Silver Eagles Boys Basketball - PrepMania

    JAN 16

    1/15/26 Waunakee Warriors vs. Monona Grove Silver Eagles Boys Basketball - PrepMania

    Get ready for Madison-area boys basketball action as Waunakee travels to take on Monona Grove in a highly anticipated matchup between two competitive programs. Listen back to Waunakee's thrilling double overtime win at Monona Grove! ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ On the Call: Riley Jauch and โ€œThe Dean of Area High School Sportsโ€ Dennis Semrau bring you live play-by-play and expert analysis from start to finish. ๐Ÿ“ฒ Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more Madison-area high school basketball, live broadcasts, highlights, and interviews throughout the season!

    2h 20m
  5. 1/13/26 Verona vs. Middleton Boys Basketball

    JAN 14

    1/13/26 Verona vs. Middleton Boys Basketball

    The Verona Wildcats host the Middleton Cardinals, with sole possession of first place on the line as both teams enter 6โ€“0 in conference play. ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ On the call: Riley Jauch & Dennis Semrau โฐ Pregame: 6:45 PM ๐Ÿ€ Tipoff: 7:15 PM Tune in for full coverage, highlights, and live play-by-play with PrepMania.

    2h 26m
  6. 1/12/26 - PrepMania Weekly | Dennis HOF and Curtrel Robinson joins!

    JAN 13

    1/12/26 - PrepMania Weekly | Dennis HOF and Curtrel Robinson joins!

    ๐Ÿ€ PrepMania Weekly is back with a big show focused on Madison-area high school basketball! Hosts Hunter Vaughn and Hall of Famer Dennis Semrau recap the biggest games and standout performances from around the area over the past week, highlighting which teams are gaining momentum as the season rolls on. ๐Ÿ• New for this season: The guys unveil the first-ever Pizza Hut Power Rankings, ranking the top boys and girls basketball teams in the Madison area and breaking down whoโ€™s hot, whoโ€™s climbing, and who has the most to prove. ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Special Guest Interview: ๐Ÿ•ข 7:30 PM: Curtrel Robinson, Head Coach โ€“ Verona Boys Basketball Coach Robinson joins the show to talk about Veronaโ€™s season, key players, and what it takes to compete at a high level in the Madison basketball scene. ๐Ÿ”ฅ In This Episode: Madison-area boys & girls basketball recap First-ever Pizza Hut Power Rankings reveal Verona boys basketball spotlight Coach Curtrel Robinson interview Insights and analysis from Hunter & The Hall of Famer ๐ŸŽง Hosts: Hunter Vaughn & Dennis Semrau ๐ŸŽฅ Presented by: Zimbrick Hondaโ€™s Presentation of PrepMania ๐Ÿ“ฒ Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly coverage of Madison-area high school sports, rankings, interviews, and live broadcasts all season long!

    43 min
  7. 1/9/26 Lake Mills vs Lakeside Lutheran Boys Basketball

    JAN 10

    1/9/26 Lake Mills vs Lakeside Lutheran Boys Basketball

    The Lake Mills L-Cats take on the Lakeside Lutheran Warriors in a highly anticipated boys basketball matchup. Expect intensity, energy, and bragging rights on the line in one of the areaโ€™s best rivalries. ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ On the call: Hunter Vaughn & Dennis Semrau โฐ Pregame: 6:45 PM ๐Ÿ€ Tipoff: 7:15 PM Tune in for full coverage, highlights, and live play-by-play with PrepMania.

    1h 46m
  8. 1/5/26 - PrepMania Weekly - Steve Hicklin and Basketball Power Rankings

    JAN 6

    1/5/26 - PrepMania Weekly - Steve Hicklin and Basketball Power Rankings

    ๐Ÿ€ PrepMania Weekly is back with another full breakdown of Wisconsin high school basketball! Hosts Hunter Vaughn and โ€œThe Dean of Area High School Sportsโ€ Dennis Semrau recap last weekโ€™s biggest games, standout performances, and emerging storylines from across the prep basketball landscape. ๐Ÿ• The guys also unveil their latest Pizza Hut Power Rankings, ranking the top teams so far this basketball season and discussing which programs are rising, falling, or holding strong. ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Special Guest: Steve Hicklin, Head Coach โ€“ Lake Mills L-Cats Coach Hicklin joins the show to talk about his team, the season so far, and what lies ahead in the weeks to come. ๐Ÿ”ฎ PrepMania On Deck: Hunter and Dennis look ahead to the upcoming week of high school basketball, highlighting key matchups, games to watch, and storylines you wonโ€™t want to miss. ๐ŸŽง Hosts: Hunter Vaughn & Dennis Semrau ๐ŸŽฅ Presented by: Zimbrick Hondaโ€™s Presentation of PrepMania ๐Ÿ“ฒ Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly coverage of Wisconsin high school basketball, rankings, interviews, and live game broadcasts all season long!

    47 min
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Jesse Nelson and Dennis Semrau bring you coverage of all the local Madison area high school games!

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    ESPN Wisconsin
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  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
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    20
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