If Denmark was riding high fresh off their 66-46 takedown of Marinette last Tuesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Denmark Vikings fell to the Oconto Falls Panthers 59-53. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Panthers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 66-57 back in January.
Oconto Falls' success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jj Pytleski led the charge by putting up 16 points and five boards. The contest was Pytleski's seventh in a row with at least 15 points. Jameson Beaman was another key player, earning 18 points and eight rebounds.
Denmark has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight games, which has put a noticeable dent in their 10-11 record this season. As for Oconto Falls, their win bumped their record up to 12-9.
Looking ahead, Denmark will venture away from home to face off against Wrightstown at 7:00 p.m. on February 21st. Denmark is facing Wrightstown at the right time seeing as Wrightstown is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Oconto Falls, a feisty cat fight will be fought as the Panthers take on the Wildcats at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
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