The Atlantic boys basketball team is set to open the season tonight at Creston and a wealth of returning experience will be on the floor for the Trojans. Four of the top five scorers return for the Trojans, including leading scorer Skyler Handlos. Atlantic Head Coach Jeff Ebling said that returning experience has helped get the season off to a smooth start.

Atlantic did lose one stalwart starter in the post with Nile Petersen’s graduation and Tyler Moen missed most of his senior year due to injury. Coach Ebling thinks they have the guys to help pick up for Petersen’s valuable rebounding ability. He also said losing Tyler Moen most of last year forced some other guys to pick up their contributions.

Atlantic struggled at times with scoring consistency last season during an 8-14 campaign. Coach Ebling said they have emphasized the need for everyone to find ways to contribute, even when they are having a tough scoring night.

Atlantic opens the season tonight on the road against the Creston Panthers. We’ll have coverage on KJAN and KJANTV. The game will follow the girls varsity contest at about 7:30 p.m.