Leyton defeats South Platte 40-32

The Leyton boys basketball team started strong and outlasted the South Platte Blue Knights 40-32 in a conference match-up Friday. The visiting Warriors outscored the Blue Knights 16-7 in the opening quarter, and maintained their lead throughout the game. The Warriors were led by Senior Jayden Gartner’s 14 points, and Freshman Zach Henke’s nine points from the field.

Leyton Head Coach Bill Willbur has implemented a new system that is beginning to pay dividends. “The kids are becoming more confident and aggressive as they get comfortable with our system”, said Wilbur. He added, �...