Taylorville wrapped up its final matches of the summer Tuesday night, giving several new faces an opportunity to step into larger roles with multiple players unavailable. Despite the lineup changes, the Tornadoes played with energy, continued to build chemistry, and enjoyed one final tune-up before the start of the fall season. The fresh look gives Taylorville plenty of optimism as it prepares for the upcoming year.
Rochester, meanwhile, had its sights set on a Summer League Championship as it squared off with Pleasant Plains, a team that had defeated the Rockets earlier this summer. After dropping the opening set, Rochester responded with resilience, taking control of the final two sets to earn the championship victory.
The Rockets showcased their power throughout the match, proving they can compete with anyone when playing at their best. With a balanced attack and strong determination, Rochester enters the season with high expectations and the potential to make a deep postseason run.
Cami Tinder with the DUNK KILL to secure the PowerPlay of the Night
Peyton Zeidler was all POWER on this KILL for the Rockets.
Rochester’s Maddy Powell’s shot was too much for the opponent to handle.
Liv Kratochvil unleashes a big time kill for Rochester.
Maddy Powell gets up to secure the BLOCK for Rochester.
Liv Kratochvil loads up and fires a KILL for Rochester
Izzy Saathoff with the ACE for Rochester.
Hannah Florent a fantastic placed point for Rochester
Rochester’s Katie Riedle finds a cap in the middle and capitilizes on it.
Cami Berberet gets up over the defenders to get a kill for the Rockets.
ACE for Cami Tinder, Filthy
Laila Hancock with the perfect shot to earn the point for Taylorville
Molly Smith shows off the cannon to secure the KILL for Taylorville.
Reagan Funderburk with the KILL from the left side for Taylorville.
Molly Smith with the POWER for Taylorville.
Reagan Funderburk with the kill from the outside for the Tornadoes.
Kenzley Heimsness with the ACE for Taylorville.
Great placement point for Taylorville by Charlie Whitehead
Auburn with a nice kill in the corner.
Crazy Shot for AUBURN WOWWW.
Brooklyn Rezba with the ACE for Rochester. #ilswrochester