The Stanton Vikings hit a three to begin the second half and took the lead from Exira-EHK. A lead they wouldn’t let go of the rest of the way in a 52-43 win in a Class 1A District 14 Quarterfinal contest on Thursday night in Anita. The Vikings trailed the entire first half but got within 2 at halftime 24-22. After grabbing the lead to start the second half the Vikings increased the lead to as much as 12 down the stretch.

The Vikings used some pressure defense and worked hard to gum up the lane to slow down Creighton Nelson inside for the Spartans. Nelson had 12 in the first half, many of those on easy buckets behind the defense. He finished with 19 in the game but the Vikings made it much tougher to get looks in the second half.

Stanton had three players in double figures. Tyler Peterson led the way with an impressive night of 14 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, 4 blocks, and 5 steals. Keygan Day and Colby Royal each added 11 points for the Vikings. Stanton improved to 19-3 on the season and will move on to the District Semifinals next Tuesday night against CAM back in Anita.

Tyler Petersen added 17 points for the Spartans. Exira-EHK ends their season with a record of 11-11.

Listen to the full postgame interview with Exira-EHK Head Coach Doug Newton below.

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