Ready to serve, for a cause

The Iola High School girls tennis raised more than $1,500 last year to benefit hurricane victims in Texas, courtesy of their serving skills.
The beneficiaries this year will be much closer to home.
On Wednesday, the Fillies will partake in their annual serve-a-thon, soliciting financial pledges or simple donations, with proceeds going to USD 257’s three elementary schools.
“As a coach, I encourage my players to be outward focused,” tennis coach Jenn Bycroft said. “It’s not about us.”
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