I was able to watch Taylor’s match against St. Joseph yesterday, and one player who kept standing out was Adley Buford Adley Buford 5'11" | RS/MB Taylor | 2028 AR . The lefty put down some serious kills in big moments.

Kendall Hamlin Kendall Hamlin 5'10" | MB/RS Taylor | 2027 State AR is the Taylor player I’ve seen the most, primarily through club ball, but after watching Buford yesterday, it’s clear she’s going to be a key player, along with Scarlett Boyett, Macy Downs and setter Kallie McHenry.

Taylor has made what I believe is the longest trip in the state for the playoffs, and they’ve made it count. The Lady Tigers faced Hackett in last year’s state championship match and were swept. This season, they look better prepared for the rematch. Can they end Hackett’s dream of a three-peat?