The Madison East Purgolders basketball squad (Madison, WI), was outscored 73-63 in Wednesday's league battle with the host Madison La Follette Lancers (Madison, WI)

With the victory, Madison La Follette advances its record to 8-5 on the year. The Lancers travel to Middleton (Middleton, WI) to meet the Cardinals in a Big Eight battle on Friday, January 24. The Cardinals enter the battle with a record of 7-6. Middleton lost 68-58 in their recent league battle against Vel Phillips Memorial (Madison, WI)

The Purgolders now own a 2-12 record. They put it on the line next when they host Verona for a Big Eight battle on Friday, January 24.