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Who we are

Mother and daughter team, Marcy & Lily Eskanos established The Max Volleyball Tournament, in honor of beloved daughter and sister, Maxine Connelly. Maxine, "the girl with the heart of gold", was known by friends, family, and community members as the girl who used her last $20 to hand out food to the hungry and underprivileged. In July of 2020, at the young age of 20, Maxine's journey as an Angel-on-earth ended, and she was welcomed Home to become the guardian angel that so many people already viewed her as. Maxine had a deep passion for helping people, keeping our community beautiful, and playing volleyball. To honor Maxine's loving and generous legacy, The Max Volleyball Tournament was established. This annual tournament is open to the public and the proceeds are used to combat childhood cancer through the Rally Foundation's continued research.

"Combining Maxine’s love of volleyball and in her desire to help those in need is the perfect way to honor our special girl. We hope to create a legacy for years to come; that would mean so very much to her." 

                                            - Marcy Eskanos

                                                                         (Maxine Connelly's mother)

Our Mission

The Max Volleyball Tournament is proudly partnered with Rally Foundation.  To find out more about this excellent foundation, click the button below.

Our Volunteers 

Without our dedicated friends and family, The MAX Volleyball Tournament would never have been realized.

If you're interested in joining our team, let us know!

Who we are

Thank you so stopping by to put a face to the name of the people you come iinto contact with.

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Register will begin in March 1, 2026
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