The Poynette Pumas are on the road again on Thursday to play the Wisconsin Heights Vanguards at 5:00 p.m. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Poynette lost a close one when they played on Monday but unfortunately for them the loss they were handed on on Tuesday was a bit more commanding. Their rough 12-6 defeat to Waterloo might stick with them for a while.
Chase Hansen was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4. Justin Wells was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with three RBI and a double.
Meanwhile, sadly, Wisconsin Heights is still looking for their first win of the season after five contests. They took a 10-7 hit to the loss column at the hands of Fennimore on Monday. One positive for Wisconsin Heights, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Poynette dropped their record down to 0-3 with that loss, which was their ninth straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Wisconsin Heights, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-5.
Poynette took their victory against Wisconsin Heights in their previous meeting back in April of 2023 by a conclusive 12-4. The rematch might be a little tougher for Poynette since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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