The (3-3) Exira-EHK Spartans are in control of their district 9 destiny, after a gritty 28-22 win against Fremont-Mills last Friday. Both teams put an emphasis on their ground game and physicality on defense. Both teams rushed the ball at least 30 times and had a combined 366 rushing yards. Turnovers was key for the Spartans to take the win on the road. They had three turnovers and the Knights had none. Exira-EHK Head Coach Drew Buckholdt commented on the resilience of his defense.

The firm and determined mentality of the Spartans starts with their senior, quarterback Jameson Kilworth. Last Friday Kilworth carried the ball 24 times and collected 114 yards and a touchdown. In the pocket he was just as effective going 7-7 for 118 yards and 2 touchdowns. His main target was senior Cash Emgarten who had 6 receptions, 103 yards, and 2 touchdowns.

Even with the ability to pass well, Kilworth loves the option to put his shoulder down and run with the ball.

Now the Spartans are back home this Friday facing the (2-4) East Mills Wolverines. A team that has struggled earlier n in the year due to a multitude of injuries at the QB spot. But, had a respectable 59-20 win against Griswold.

Every game now for Exira-EHK has playoff implications and Coach Buckholdt is tuning the noise out. Deciding to take each week as it comes and not taking the Wolverines lightly.

Kickoff is set for 7pm in Exira and KJAN has the coverage. The pregame show starts at 6:30pm.