The Exira-EHK Volleyball Team is off to their best start in recent memory. The Spartans are 9-3 and hold the second-best winning percentage in the Rolling Valley Conference behind Coon Rapids Bayard. After their thrilling win over Boyer Valley last night, Exira-EHK has now won four straight.  As a team, they lead the conference in kill efficiency and rank in the top five in blocks. Head Coach Derek Reischauer says he appreciates his team’s speed and ability to play everywhere on the court.

The Spartans have found their success this year with a young roster. Among the 13 listed players, Mayne Jorgensen is the only senior who sees consistent varsity time. Defensively, she ranks second on the team in digs and third in service efficiency. In his third year at Exira-EHK coach Reischauer says she’s been a solid leader for the team.

The cousin duo of Jaelynn and Taryn Petersen are leading the way statistically for the Spartans. Jaelynn, a junior, ranks in the top 10 in kills and is 4th in the conference in kill efficiency while sophomore Taryn leads the conference in kill efficiency while leading the team defensively in digs. Reischauer praised their athleticism while crediting much of their success to it.

The Spartans are off to their best start since 2012 and are looking for their first winning record in several years. When asked about his team’s aspirations for the remainder of the year, Reischauer had only one thing in mind.

Exira-EHK will look to continue their winning ways on Thursday when they take on Glidden-Ralston at home. The contest is scheduled for 7:30 pm.