Mlv Champions Dallas Pulse Sign Thai National Team Standout Ajcharaporn "Pure" Kongyot for 2027 Season

June 9, 2026 - FRISCO, Texas - The Dallas PULSE, reigning Major League Volleyball Champions, have signed Ajcharaporn Kongyot (pronounced Ah-ja-ra-porn Kong-yot, known as "Pure") for the 2027 Major League Volleyball season. Kongyot, a 6-foot outside hitter from Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand, is known for her explosive attacking ability, vertical presence and ball control. "Pure is an outstanding player with experience competing at the highest levels of international volleyball," said Shannon Winzer, head coach for Dallas PULSE. "Pure is ... Full Story

1 Big Unknown for Each AUSL Team in 2026

June 9, 2026 - The Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) season is more like a sprint than a marathon - 25 games for each of the six teams in just under two months. That leaves little time for slumps, and the downs need to turn around quickly. There are always unknowns going into Opening Day, and these questions for each team might have an impact come the end of July. CHICAGO BANDITS: Can Erin Coffel repeat a breakout year? The second year in pro softball is when many great players slump as they adjust to the challenges of traini... Full Story

Here's the OKC Spark's 2026 Opening Day Roster

June 9, 2026 - The 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) season has officially arrived. The Oklahoma City Spark, which joined the league in December, will make its debut alongside the league's five teams on June 9. Here are the 16 players on the active Opening Day roster for the Spark against the Texas Volts in Oklahoma City. Billie Andrews | INF | R/R | Gretna, Neb. Nebraska 2021-24 Acquired in 2026 Allocation Draft (4th Round) Competed in the 2025 AUX season, starting in 11-of-12 games; Hit .324 with four home run... Full Story

Meet the Chicago Bandits' 2026 Opening Day Roster

June 9, 2026 - The Bandits are back in Chicago with a roster filled with both familiar faces and new additions. Last year's league runners-up are gearing up for a rematch of the 2025 Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) Championship, opening the season on the road against the defending champion Utah Talons. Here's how the Chicago Bandits roster has taken shape ahead of the season-opening series. Catchers: Mary Iakopo, Jocelyn Erickson From reserve assignment to lineup staple, Mary Iakopo returns after becoming an important pi... Full Story

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