Post Messenger Recorder -

Tues. Dec. 13: Rivalry games are usually hallmarked by that “throw-the-book-out-the-window” kind of electricity. In that regard, it’s safe to say this game was wanting, as New Glarus cruised/coasted to an easy 76-30 victory over the visiting Ponies. Such are the vicissitudes of small town athletics where the gleaning process of graduation can all but eviscerate a team.

Both teams entered the contest as defending champions of their respective conferences (NG - Capitol South; Monticello - Six Rivers East) and with similar records, desperately in need of a win. And that’s where the...