Weekly Preview: LOVB Nebraska Brings Pro Volleyball West

March 3, 2026 - Last summer, LOVB Nebraska Volleyball rebranded to better represent the volleyball-mad state of Nebraska. Now, it's bringing a professional match deeper into the state. On Saturday, March 7, LOVB Nebraska will host LOVB Salt Lake at Grand Island's Heartland Events Center. Located about 150 miles west of Omaha, It's the first time a pro match will be played in Central Nebraska, and outside hitter Jaali Winters is excited for what should be an electric atmosphere. "We are super excited to come to Grand Island for the fir... Full Story

LOVB Playoffs Head to Louisville - Tickets Now Available

March 3, 2026 - The LOVB Playoffs, the semifinal rounds of League One Volleyball's postseason tournament, will take place April 10-12 at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Kentucky. With the season on the line, the Playoffs bring the energy and intensity of the game to one of the sport's most engaged communities and alongside one of the biggest junior tournaments, JVA World Challenge. Tickets to the LOVB Playoffs are now available. Secure your seats New this season, LOVB Pro's postseason will consist of two rounds: LOVB Playoffs: Ap... Full Story

Hentz Honored as MLV Player of the Week

March 3, 2026 - GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Grand Rapids Rise libero Morgan Hentz has been named the Major League Volleyball Player of the Week, the league office announced Tuesday. Hentz totaled 45 digs across two matches last week, averaging 6.4 digs per set. She led the Rise with 20 digs in a 3-0 loss Thursday to the San Diego Mojo, as Grand Rapids recorded 76 digs - the most ever in a three-set match in MLV history. On Sunday in Orlando, Hentz posted a season-high 25 digs in a 3-1 road victory. Her 25 digs rank as the second-most in a four... Full Story

Jailyn Ford Named to James Madison Hall of Fame

March 2, 2026 - James Madison University announced the 2026 Hall of Fame Class that will honor seven athletes, including softball standout Jailyn Ford. Ford was a two-way star for the Dukes from 2013-2016, who changed the direction of the program and was one of many firsts. In her four seasons, the program was 185-48 (.794) compared to the previous decade of a winning percentage just above .500. She was the first All-American in program history, earning National Fastpitch Coaches Association honors in 2014 (Second Team), 2015 (Third T... Full Story

• Weekly Preview: LOVB Nebraska Brings Pro Volleyball West - (LOVB) March 3
• LOVB Playoffs Head to Louisville - Tickets Now Available - (LOVB) March 3
• Hentz Honored as MLV Player of the Week - Grand Rapids Rise (MLV) March 3
• Jailyn Ford Named to James Madison Hall of Fame - Oklahoma City Spark (AUSL) March 2
• Seattle Seawolves Announce 2026 Roster Presented by Explore Seattle Southside - Seattle Seawolves (MLR) March 2
• Rise 'Players with Purpose' Program Returns for 2026 Season - Grand Rapids Rise (MLV) March 2
• Ali Newland Uses "anything But a Tee" to Get Creative in Her Training - Portland Cascade (AUSL) March 2
• Atlanta Vibe's Leah Edmond Reflects on 1,000 Kills Milestone - Atlanta Vibe (MLV) March 2
• Buijs, Pannoy Earn LOVB's Weekly Honors - (LOVB) March 2
• Voting Is Now Open for Dallas Pulse Fans to Send Their Favorite Players into Mlv's All-Star Match - Dallas Pulse (MLV) March 2
• Jaime Weston Joins Major League Volleyball as First Commissioner - (MLV) March 2
• LOVB Salt Lake Falls to Atlanta - LOVB Salt Lake (LOVB) March 2
• LOVB Nebraska Announces FNBO as Official Match Partner, Additional Broadcast Option for March 7 Home Match in Grand Island - LOVB Nebraska (LOVB) March 2
• Mojo Roll Past Fury for Fourth Straight Home Win - San Diego Mojo (MLV) March 1
• San Diego Mojo Continue Hot Streak against Fury - Columbus Fury (MLV) March 1
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• League One Volleyball and Hawk-Eye Innovations expand collaboration - LOVB SVG Europe (March 2)
  
• Ex-NFL exec. named 1st Major League Volleyball commissioner - MLV ESPN (March 2)
  
• VIDEO: He Bolts@C@ChicagoHoundsRugbyMLR #MLR2026 - MLR YouTube (March 2)
  
• Columbus Fury fall to San Diego Mojo 3-1 in Major League Volleyball - MLV Columbus Dispatch (March 2)
  
• Indy Ignite extend winning streak to 6 games after four set victory over Omaha - MLV WTHR (March 2)
  
• Hillsboro Hops switch on the lights in their completed new stadium - AUSL KPTV (March 1)
  
• Ignite win 5th straight with sweep in Columbus - MLV WTHR (February 28)
  
• Professional volleyball comes to Central Nebraska: LOVB takes the court in Grand Island - LOVB Omaha World-Herald (February 27)
  
• Jason Kidd invests in Dallas PULSE, boosting women's volleyball in North Texas - MLV WFAA (February 27)
  
• Aiko Jones shines in Atlanta Vibe road victory over Omaha - MLV Gwinnett Daily Post (February 27)
  
• Pro Sports Report: Scuffling Gulls still believe they're a playoff-caliber team - MLV San Diego Union-Tribune (February 27)
  
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