ELY— The Timberwolves remain flawless in early season varsity volleyball action as they made short work of Littlefork-Big Falls here on Tuesday. Ely extended its straight set victories to three this season, topping the Vikings 25-14, 25-19, and 25-8.
Senior Lilli Rechichi led Ely’s well-balanced offensive attack with 13 kills, one of eight Ely players who notched at least one kill on the night. Rechichi also led in digs, with nine.
Sophomore middle hitter Audrey Kallberg had a strong night as well, posting seven kills and as many digs. Senior Clare Thomas added five kills and three digs, while sophomore Charlotte Hegman added four kills and six digs. Sophomore setter Gretta Lowe posted 28 assists, four digs, and six ace serves, while junior Sadie Rechichi added three digs and four aces.
The Wolves were set to host Cherry on Thursday night and will face their biggest early season challenge on Saturday, when they take part in the Greenway tournament in Coleraine. They’ll stay on the road on Monday when they take on Chisholm and will be back home to host Mesabi East on Thursday, Sept. 12.