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Chicago Hounds Named MLR Team of the Week After Dominant Sunday Night Rugby Performance

MLR April 14, 2026 - The Chicago Hounds have been named the MLR Team of the Week following a dominant Sunday Night Rugby performance against the California Legion in Week 3. Chicago was relentless from first whistle to last, running in eight tries and making 422 meters to dismantle a Legion side that came in hungry after back-to-back wins. Their defensive effort was equally impressive, making 166 tackles to ensure the scoreboard reflected their control throughout. The Hounds' ability to impose themselves on both sides of the ball made them... Full Story

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Ignite's Tealer Named MLV Player of the Week Following Standout Performances

MLV Indy Ignite April 14, 2026 - FISHERS, Ind. - Indy Ignite opposite hitter Azhani Tealer was named Major League Volleyball Player of the Week presented by Franklin Sports following outstanding performances that led her No. 1-ranked team to a pair of victories in the week ending Sunday. Tealer led Indy in scoring in both matches: a five-set comeback win at San Diego that locked up an MLV postseason spot for the Ignite, followed by a three-set sweep of Atlanta. In the playoff-clinching triumph late Thursday night over the Mojo, Tealer posted her fourth d... Full Story

Valkyries Ready to Make Playoff Push Amidst Three-Match Homestand

MLV Orlando Valkyries April 14, 2026 - ORLANDO, Fla. - With just six matches remaining in the 2026 regular season, the Orlando Valkyries are within striking distance of one of the final two spots in the 2026 MLV Championship as they look to defend their 2025 title. One of Orlando's biggest tests of the season comes up this week, during their three-match homestand, starting this Thursday, April 16 vs. Omaha Supernovas. Orlando will then face the San Diego Mojo on Sunday, April 19 and the Indy Ignite on Thursday, April 23, as all three matches have major playoff im... Full Story

Old Glory DC's Cory Daniel Named MLR Player of the Week

MLR April 14, 2026 - Old Glory DC flanker Cory Daniel has been named the MLR Player of the Week following a standout performance against the three-time defending champions, New England Free Jacks, in Week 3. Daniel was the driving force behind Old Glory's 21-19 road victory, crossing for two first-half tries to give DC a 14-7 lead at the break and put the champions on the back foot. He was just as impactful without the ball, making 20 tackles and winning a jackal to anchor the defensive effort that held firm as New England pushed for a late c... Full Story

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