Hopes and hoops: Boys basketball preview
Leopold Wildcats gear up for an exciting basketball season with new coaches and a dynamic roster. Catch their debut at the Woodland Tournament, December 2-6.
The Leopold basketball team has a buzz of energy surrounding them heading into the new season this school year. Everyone from fans, to players, to coaches all eagerly anticipate the games coming in the near future.
The team includes seniors Karsen Castile, Drew Engelen and Josh Horrell; juniors Preston Campbell and Riley Engelen; sophomores Cohen Beussink, Tommy Beussink, Avery Hoesli, Ayden McWilliams, Malia VanderMierden,and Skyler Vandeven, and freshmen Cohen Campbell, Alex Hampton, Skyler Hoesli and Jacob Smith.
Leopold gained new coaches for the basketball team this year, Coach Lincoln and Coach Henry.
The Wildcats showcased their fresh talents at the Bloomfield jamboree on Nov. 18 and displayed teamwork and hustle from every player.
The players then challenged each other in a Gatorade Game Nov. 21 in the Leopold gym, where the roster was divided into two teams and had one coach per team. It was a great way to show the community fans what’s ahead and a fun game for the team to enjoy before the season officially kicked off.
Leopold began the season with a 68-46 win over Oak Ridge in the 57th annual Woodland Invitational Basketball Tournament.
