Manitou Springs volleyball will have a new coach in 2015: Jane Squires. (Kevin Keyser/KeyserImages.com)
MANITOU SPRINGS — After a long search, Manitou Springs has hired Jane Squires to take over as coach of the volleyball program. The school confirmed the hire to CHSAANow via email.
Squires takes over for Carol Benedict who left the program after the 2014 season.
Squires spent the last 20 years as the coach at El Dorado High School in El Dorado, Kan. She also taught at the school.
“Colorado has been a special place for myself and family for many years. It’s a piece of my family history and tradition. Accepting the position is truly a dream come true,” Squires said. “I met some of the team two weeks ago during our satellite camp. I’m excited about the work ethic, skill level, and attitude exhibited by the athletes. I’m looking forward to the season and working with the girls.”
Last season, the Mustangs lost to Valley in the Class 3A state semifinals, but return a strong core of seniors including outside hitter Katie McKiel. Two years ago, Manitou Springs made it to the state title match where they fell to Eaton 3-0.
The Mustangs are hoping 2015 will be the year they claim their first state volleyball title since 1992.