Post-Season Play Begins For Lady Swedes

Eight seniors were honored during senior/parents night at the Gothenburg v Lexington volleyball game on Oct. 12. The seniors, from left, are: Addy Evert, Zoe Beveridge, Greenlee Jeffries, Ellaray Koch, Greer Tiller, Grace Evert, Shayne Kinnan, and Jayda Frederick. (Leader photo by Charity Wyatt)
Eight seniors were honored during senior/parents night at the Gothenburg v Lexington volleyball game on Oct. 12. The seniors, from left, are: Addy Evert, Zoe Beveridge, Greenlee Jeffries, Ellaray Koch, Greer Tiller, Grace Evert, Shayne Kinnan, and Jayda Frederick. (Leader photo by Charity Wyatt)

The Gothenburg Lady Swedes wrapped up their 2026 regular season last week with games on Monday and Tuesday, coming away with a win and a loss to their record.

On Monday, Oct. 12, the Swedes hosted Lexington for reserve, JV, and varsity matches. After taking the first set of the varsity match in dominating fashion, 25-16, the Minutemaids gave the Lady Swedes a run for their money in set two. Going to extra points, Gothenburg was eventually able to win the set, 28-26, then clinched the sweep by winning the third set, 25-19.

Lauren Mroczek had a big night, knocking down 12 kills to lead the Swedes. She also had 2 service aces and 8 digs in the match.

Grace Evert finished the night with 9 kills, 1 blocked shot, and 5 digs. Ellaray Koch and Riley Flesch each had 6 kills, Greer Tiller added 5 kills…