Simon Kenton boys volleyball exceeds expectations with cousin power
Simon Kenton's boys volleyball program started with just three experienced players. Head coach Lacey Maley and some cousin power have them at 8-2.
In the second season since the Kentucky High School Athletic Association sanctioned boys volleyball, Simon Kenton was one of the schools to add the sport to its athletic program, a decision that quickly paid off. Simon Kenton's first season has seen the Pioneers start with an 8-2 record, including a 7-0 start where the team dropped just a single set. Head coach Lacey Maley, a 2018 Simon Kenton grad and the junior varsity coach in the girls program, has led the Pioneers in their first season.
Maley's team has just 12 players, with three having prior volleyball experience. As of games played on April 21, they're the No. 14 team in the KHSAA by RPI .
More: Covington Catholic adding boys volleyball program in spring of 2027 "Hard work," Maley said when asked how her team has adapted to a new sport so quickly. "A real big want to win and compete and a want to get better. I've had several players make drastic improvements already over the season.
"I think having the three club players helps us. They're able to spread their knowledge and wisdom with the boys while on the court playing and in practice. " Senior Nehemiah Kaai, junior Henry Alo and freshman Nicholas Nartker are the three with volleyball experience.