Expectations loom large for the Hays Rebel volleyball team in 2018.

Solid depth anchored by a talented group of veteran returning starters give head coach Stephanie Coates confidence as her program aims for a 25-6A title, and perhaps a deep playoff run.

“We’ve got really five solid returning starters that I think are really going to be able to propel our season,” Coates said. “I’ve got great, great expectations for this season.”

Leading the way will be setters ...