(Exira) Exira/EHK is back in the playoffs and squares off against Glidden-Ralston in an 8-player first-round game on the hill at Exira on Friday. The Spartans are 5-3 on the season and 3-1 in district play, runner-up to district champion CAM.
Glidden-Ralston is 6-2 and 5-1 in district play, runner-up to Audubon. Spartans Head Coach Drew Buckholdt describes their postseason opponent as well-coached and physical.
The offense goes through Colby Wallace, who has thrown for 360 yards and rushed for 1,058.
Coach Buckholdt gives his offensive line a lot of credit for the team’s total yards.
Turnovers can play a big part in this game’s outcome. The Wildcats have intercepted 11 passes and recovered. 11 passes. The Spartans have 13 interceptions and 11 fumble recoveries.
Exira/EHK has rushed for 1,807 yards and passes for another 1,015.
The kick-off is set for 7:00 p.m.
