Sadie Hill of Russell hits the ball against East Carter on Thursday evening at Russell. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

East Carter's Halle Bush serves against Russell on Thursday evening at Russell. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Russell head coach, Kacie Mullins talks with her team during a timeout against East Carter on Thursday evening at Russell. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT