Keller Leads Spearfish Volleyball to Season-Closing Win Over Douglas

The Spearfish Spartans volleyball team closed their regular season with a decisive victory at home. They defeated the Douglas Patriots in straight sets on Tuesday night at Spearfish High School.

Senior outside hitter Addie Keller delivered a career-best performance during the game. She recorded a match-high 16 kills to earn Superior Performer honors. Her efforts helped the Spartans win 25-20, 25-20, and 25-17. This result snapped a six-match losing streak for the team.

The program recognized four seniors before the contest began. Keller, Caitlin Lyon, Avery Dahl, and Piper Jacobs received acknowledgments for their contributions to the volleyball program. The group finished their home careers with the win in front of family and teammates.

Supporting offense came from multiple players on the Spearfish roster. Julia Billington added 11 kills. Millie Adams and Layla Meredith each contributed four kills. The Spartans also recorded six aces. Megan Markovetz led the team with four service aces, while Jacobs and Taylor Burry added one each.

Douglas featured strong individual efforts despite the loss. Senior Miley Archer finished with five kills. Junior Jayden Grey added four kills, and senior Ryli La Jose recorded three. Senior Madelyn Melton contributed one kill and three aces for the Patriots.

The result concluded a challenging campaign for Douglas. The team finished with a 5-29 record and lost its final 13 matches. Spearfish ended the year with an 11-21 record. The Spartans did not qualify for the postseason but secured a final home win for their senior class.