The Reedsville Panthers entered the state tournament for the first time in program history, a milestone that felt like a culmination of years of growth. Their opponent, Potosi/Cassville, struck first with a run in the opening inning, setting the tone for a tightly contested battle.
A Narrow Defeat in Grand Chute
The Panthers answered back in the sixth, tying the game at one as junior pitcher Lucas Lodel delivered 7.2 innings of shutout baseball, allowing just five hits. Despite a solid effort from seniors Ben Prochnow and the rest of the lineup, the game slipped away in the 11th when Potosi/Cassville plated the winning run.
Pitching was a bright spot for the visitors. Kolton Vogelsberg and Reid Weber combined to keep the Panthers' offense at bay for much of the contest, but it was Lodel's endurance that kept the team in contention deep into extra innings.
Looking Forward
Head coach Luke Ubersox praised his players' resilience and expressed optimism that the experience would fuel future success. "We learned a lot about ourselves," he said, noting that the senior class will leave a lasting legacy across both basketball and baseball.