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Lancaster Lebanon League – Section 3 (AAAA)
Head Coach: Franklin Wilson – 1st Season
Key Returners: Nolan Lesher (Sr.), Andrew Via (Sr.), Kael Erdman (Sr.)
Rising Contributors: Christian Anspach (So.), Ryan Clemmer (So.), Carter Moyer (So.), Collin Padovani (So.)
’24–’25 Results: 6-15-1
Northern Lebanon Boys Basketball Season Outlook
The Northern Lebanon Vikings welcome Franklin Wilson in his first season as head coach, taking over from Chris George, who has moved on to Minersville. Coach Wilson brings a fresh perspective and a focus on building a competitive, resilient team culture.
Returning leaders Andrew Via and Nolan Lesher will anchor the Vikings, providing experience, stability, and leadership on both ends of the floor. Sophomores Christian Anspach, Ryan Clemmer, Carter Moyer, and Collin Padovani, along with senior Kael Erdman, are expected to contribute immediately and help expand the team’s depth.
Northern Lebanon aims to bring a renewed attitude to every game, emphasizing finishing strong, maximizing each possession, and fostering team cohesion. With this mix of experienced returners and promising underclassmen, the Vikings have their sights set on contending for a postseason berth while establishing a foundation for sustained success under Coach Wilson.
Viking Boys Basketball Roster: ’25-’26
| # | Name | Class | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Ryan Clemmer | So. | G |
| 4 | Kael Erdman | Sr. | G |
| 11 | Christian Anspach | So. | G |
| 12 | Bryce Martin | Jr. | G |
| 13 | Carter Moyer | So. | G |
| 22 | Collin Padovani | So. | G |
| 23 | Andrew Via | Sr. | G |
| 25 | Brannan Hoffer | Jr. | G |
| 30 | Connor Stoltz | Sr. | G |
| 42 | Nolan Lesher | Sr. | G |
Coaching Staff: Franklin Wilson Jr. (HC), Franklin Wilson Sr., Sean Burke, Anthony Townsend
’25-’26 Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Location | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/1 | Schuylkill Haven | Home | Monday |
| 12/3 | Upper Dauphin | Home | Wednesday |
| 12/5 | Twin Valley | Away | Friday |
| 12/9 | Annville-Cleona | Away | Tuesday |
| 12/12 | Pequea Valley | Home | Friday |
| 12/16 | Lancaster Country Day School | Away | Tuesday |
| 12/19 | Columbia | Home | Friday |
| 12/20 | Blue Mountain | Away | Saturday |
| 12/22 | Kutztown | Away | Monday |
| 12/26 | Northern Lebanon Holiday Tournament | Home | Friday |
| 12/27 | Northern Lebanon Holiday Tournament | Home | Saturday |
| 1/3 | Susquehannock | Away | Saturday |
| 1/7 | Lancaster Mennonite | Home | Wednesday |
| 1/12 | Annville-Cleona | Home | Monday |
| 1/14 | Williams Valley | Home | Wednesday |
| 1/16 | Pequea Valley | Away | Friday |
| 1/20 | Lancaster Country Day School | Home | Tuesday |
| 1/22 | Columbia | Away | Thursday |
| 1/24 | Hamburg | Home | Saturday |
| 1/26 | Eastern Lebanon County | Home | Monday |
| 1/30 | Lancaster Mennonite | Away | Friday |
| 2/2 | Gettysburg | Away | Monday |
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