<p>IRVINE - It was another epic weekend of volleyball as teams battled to punch a ticket to nationals in Phoenix, Arizona. In the end, Forza1 North 18 UA and T-Street Madi/Liz were both undefeated going into the gold bracket final against each other. Forza1 ultimately prevailed (25-17, 16-25, 17-15) and ended the weekend a perfect 7-0. They had not dropped a set until they played the final against T-Street. Viper 18-1 finished in third with Coast 18-Brittani and A4 18-Randy finishing fourth and fifth.</p>
<p>Here are some of the attackers that caught our eye this weekend.</p>
<p>Isabella Marvin, Middle, Forza1 North 18 UA<br />
She is a high-flying middle with a heavy arm, who puts up a big block, reads well, and moves well laterally.</p>
<p>[player_tooltip player_id="161472" first="Tatum" last="Firestone"], Outside Hitter SG Elite 18 Elite<br />
An efficient hitter who finds ways to score points for her team. She is an outlet hitter in the front row and back row.</p>
<p>Savanah Johnson, Opposite, Coast 18-Rachel<br />
This opposite hits a high and hard, finding ways to score for her team. She is committed to Air Force.</p>
<p>Mia Rogers, Outside Hitter, Pulse 18-Henry<br />
This outside hitter gets a lot of sets when she’s on the court. When she has the opportunity, she can really hammer the ball.</p>
<p>Alexa Giacobbe, Outside Hitter, Laguna Beach 18-MS<br />
An outside hitter that has a large role on her team, she touches a lot of balls whether it is in serve receive, defense, or attacking. She is the go-to attacker for her team. She is committed to the University of La Verne.</p>
<p>Tamiya Wilson, Opposite, Forza1 18-UA<br />
This lefty jumps well and sets up a solid block. She is a go-to hitter when she’s in the front row. She is committed to San Francisco State.</p>
<p>[player_tooltip player_id="159957" first="Sophia" last="Reavis"], 6’3” Outside Hitter, T-Street 18-Madi/Liz<br />
This 6-rotation outside touches over 10’ and hits an impressive line shot. She is committed to UCSB.</p>
<p>Avery Maddox, 6’ Outside Hitter, Viper 18-Jolynn<br />
A steady outlet for her team, she set up a good block and was very efficient on the right side. She is committed to Dominican University.</p>
<p>Kelley Sussman, Outside Hitter, SCVC 18-Roxy<br />
A consistent 6-rotation OH with a quick arm. She was solid for her team throughout the tournament.</p>
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