Mixed results in season opener

Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn split its pool matches and lost the battle for fifth place during the Spencer volleyball tournament on Aug. 22. The tournament was played at Okoboji High School, as the Spencer Fieldhouse is not air-conditioned.

The Hawks played close sets with Manson Northwest Webster in their opening pool match. The Cougars held slim leads in both sets and were eventually able to earn a 21-19, 21-18 win.

H-M-S tasted victory for the first time in 2023 with a 2-1 win over Spencer. The Hawks controlled the first set (21-11) and led midway through the second. The Tigers regained the lead...