2015: As a sophomore, Purcell competed in 47 matches. In 162 sets, she had 308 kills, seven assists, 69 digs, 18 solo blocks, 50 assisted blocks and 68 total blocks. She finished fifth on the team in total blocks and third in kills.

Purcell closed her two-year career with 475 kills, 16 assists, four service aces, 110 digs, 22 solo blocks, 106 assisted blocks and 128 total blocks. 

After the season concluded, Purcell signed with NAIA Madonna University. 

2014: As a freshman, Purcell recorded 167 kills, nine assists, four aces, 41 digs and 60 blocks (four solo) as a freshman. Her kill total was fifth on the team and her block total was sixth on the team.

Prior to Owens: Purcell was named Honorable Mention All-Southeastern Conference (SEC), Honorable Mention All-Region and was a recipient of the Bedford Athletic Award as a senior while playing for coach Jodi Manore. She helped lead her team to an appearance in the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) Final Four for the fourth consecutive season.

Academically, she was an SEC Scholar Athlete, an Interscholastic Volleyball Coaches Association Academic All-Michigan selection and her team earned Academic All-Michigan honors. She was among the top 50 students in her class academically, as well.

As a junior, Purcell had five kills, one dig and one block in the state championship game, although her team lost to Macomb Dakota High School. After also totaling five kills in the state semifinal, she was named the team's most improved player and earned the Bedford High School Athletic Award.

Personal: Taylor is the daughter of Tim and Michelle Purcell. She has a twin brother, Trevor.