Boys basketball battles Nebraska’s best

Millard North has a history of success in sports. After football ended the year with a state championship, the school moves into winter sports and basketball takes over. This has not been Millard North’s largest strength in the past, however this year started with promise. In his third year at the school, junior Carter Larson started the year with a bang, doubling his previous averages for points per game. Unfortunately for Larson, his season will end prematurely.

“[Larson] was diagnosed with a stress fracture in his foot. There’s a small chance he could be back for the post season, but it looks like he is out for the season,” Coach Tim Cannon said.

Though someone new will have to step in, the Mustangs will be in capable hands. Senior Jake Lenagh has been and will continue to start in Larson’s absence.

“Jake is someone that can score and rebound well. He’s been coming off an injury so we’ve been bringing him off the bench, but this gave us the opportunity to start him again,” Cannon said.

Cannon is not the only one who has confidence in Lenagh. Teammate Noah Geist gave his thoughts about Lenagh’s impact.

“I think that so far Larson has been having the best season, but I think that Lenagh, AKA Kurt Rambis, is going to have the biggest impact on the year,” Geist said.

Lenagh is someone that many have a lot of faith in, but there are some players that have already gotten a head start. Senior Tate Moyer is starting for the first time this season in his third season on varsity.

“Moyer has had some injuries the last few years, but this season he has stayed healthy for the first time,” Cannon said.

Moyer missed all of last season after having surgery. He is currently leading the team in assists, dishing out 2.6 a game. He has also managed to snag 1.4 steals a game.

The Mustangs have been hurt by injuries in the past and continue to be now. However, the team is not making excuses and is looking forward to the upcoming district tournament and beyond.

“Our goal is to make it to the state tournament and make a run at the championship” Geist said.

Though they will go no where without a win at districts, and without personnel it will be a little tougher.

“We as a team just have to step up majorly. If we all just move the ball well and shoot well we should be fine,” said Lenagh.
Coach Cannon also felt confident in his team as long as they shared the ball.

“This is a team sport, and I’m confident that if these guys play together as a team they will do great,” Cannon said.