In the world of high school track and field, few stories shine brighter than that of the Layne siblings. De'Amontey and De'Janay Layne have become the heartbeat of North High School's track program, transforming the Huskies into a Southern Indiana Athletic Conference powerhouse.
When you watch them compete, you see more than just speed. You see a brother-sister duo that's been rewriting the playbook for success at North. The Huskies' boys and girls teams have become perennial contenders at the City Meet, conference championships, and sectional competitions—and much of that success traces back to the Layne family tree.
Both athletes specialize in short-distance running and relays, events that demand explosive power and razor-sharp focus. Their credentials speak volumes: each has represented North at the state level in Indianapolis for the past two seasons, with De'Janay earning that honor since her freshman year in 2023.
But what truly sets the Laynes apart isn't the hardware. It's the grind that gets them there.
"Everybody doesn't see the hard days, they see the end result," De'Amontey explains. "You've got to put in the work, and that's what we do at practice. It feels much better when we win. It pays off."
De'Janay's competitive fire burns just as bright. "I'm a really sore loser," she admits with a smile. "When it comes to practice, I take it as serious as I can. There's some days to play, but when it's time to get busy, it's time to get busy."
Their journey began long before they stepped onto North's track. At Caze Elementary School, a running club introduced them to the sport—though initially, it was more about distance running than the sprints they now dominate. Field days became their proving ground, where they'd routinely cross the finish line first. Those early victories planted the seeds for something bigger.
When the siblings arrived at North in 2022, they committed fully to track. For De'Amontey, it was the atmosphere and the thrill of competition that hooked him. For both, it was the chance to build something together.
Today, the Layne siblings aren't just teammates. They're tone-setters, proving that championship teams are built on the foundation of hard work, shared ambition, and a little bit of sibling rivalry.