Baraboo Thunderbirds Fall to Tomah Wolves in Home Football Encounter

Baraboo Thunderbirds faced a tough challenge in their first conference football game of the season on September 5, 2025, at Flambeau Field at Beryl Newman Stadium in Baraboo, Wisconsin. Under ideal weather conditions, the Varsity-level game was set against the Tomah Wolves, marking it as the third game of the season for the Thunderbirds. The Tomah Wolves established an early lead in the game, scoring their first touchdown on a 68-yard zone run, breezing past Baraboo's defense. Continuing their aggressive play, the Wolves widened the gap to 12-0 right before halftime, thanks to a successful reverse play on 4th Down. Both drives ended with missed extra point attempts after the touchdowns. By halftime, Tomah held a strong 12-0 lead over Baraboo. Despite the challenging first half, the Thunderbirds showed resilience in the second half. Ethan Huesellmann delivered a crucial running touchdown from 5 yards out, a moment of change made possible after a standout 25-yard rush by Gabe Arnold, who had replaced the injured Peyton Poker. Arnold continued to make a difference by scoring a two-point conversion in the 4th quarter, narrowing the score gap. Nevertheless, Tomah managed to maintain their lead, finishing the game at 19-8. Key players included Jon Moon, noted for his significant contribution in both punts and kickoffs, while Parker Wagner and Gabriel Arnold were pivotal in defensive maneuvers, contributing to several crucial sacks and tackles. Looking ahead, Baraboo Thunderbirds are scheduled to face the La Crosse Central Red Raiders on September 12, 2025, at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse. The upcoming game is anticipated as one of the season's most challenging, following the Red Raiders' recent victory over the Reedsburg Beavers. The Thunderbirds currently stand with a record of 0-3, with 0-1 in conference play.