Portland Cascade Secure First Win with Record 12-Run Inning

June 11, 2026 - The Portland Cascade went on a scoring spree in the top of the second inning on Thursday that the league has never seen before. They put up a 12-spot in the final game of the series against the Carolina Blaze, setting a new Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) record. The previous record was held by the Texas Volts, who put up seven runs in the bottom of the 4th inning on July 11, 2025, against the Blaze. Here's how it happened: Kendra Falby put the first run on the board with a base hit up the middle after Ken... Full Story

Paulo Coco to Serve as First Head Coach of LOVB Miami

June 11, 2026 - MIAMI, Fla. - League One Volleyball (LOVB) has announced that Paulo Coco will serve as the first head coach in LOVB Miami history. Coco, 59, has led LOVB Atlanta for the last two seasons. In 2025, he earned Coach of the Year honors after Atlanta posted the league's best record at 13-3, and the club finished second in the 2026 regular season standings. Atlanta's two-year regular season record of 24-12 under Coco is best in the league. "'I'm incredibly excited to join LOVB Miami! " Coco said regarding his move south. "Mi... Full Story

LOVB Houston Announces Plans to Rebrand with Fan and Player Input

June 11, 2026 - HOUSTON - Today, the League One Volleyball (LOVB) Houston team announced plans to rebrand for the first time since the league's inception in 2020. LOVB Houston Chair and Alternate Governor Hannah McNair and LOVB Houston Chief Business Officer Lisa Walker will spearhead the project and further invest in their charge to fearlessly evolve the club. "Today marks an exciting new chapter for our organization, our athletes and our fans," McNair said. "I recently had the opportunity to meet with our incredible athletes to hear th... Full Story

Karlyn Pickens Brings the Heat and Picks up a Win in Pro Debut

June 11, 2026 - Karlyn Pickens' professional debut lived up to the hype, striking out five and earning the win in the circle for the Carolina Blaze. The Blaze defeated the Portland Cascade 11-2 in the run-rule victory, clinching the series after winning their second consecutive game to open the season. "I felt really good. Just always... play with joy is the main thing," Pickens said. Pickens logged a complete game, facing 21 batters and allowing only five hits with two earned runs and a walk. She was one of three Lady Vols on... Full Story

• Portland Cascade Secure First Win with Record 12-Run Inning - Portland Cascade (AUSL) June 11
• Paulo Coco to Serve as First Head Coach of LOVB Miami - LOVB Miami (LOVB) June 11
• LOVB Houston Announces Plans to Rebrand with Fan and Player Input - LOVB Houston (LOVB) June 11
• Rise Name Cathy George President and General Manager - Grand Rapids Rise (MLV) June 11
• Karlyn Pickens Brings the Heat and Picks up a Win in Pro Debut - Carolina Blaze (AUSL) June 11
• Habaneros Debut with Win over La Crosse Steam - Mankato Habaneros (NWLS) June 10
• Bri Ellis Launches Talons' First Home Run of 2026 - Utah Talons (AUSL) June 10
• Megan Grant Launches 313-Foot Blast in Pro Debut - Portland Cascade (AUSL) June 10
• Ali Newland Contributes Softball Expertise to Oxford English Dictionary - Portland Cascade (AUSL) June 10
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• Bri Ellis Launches Talons' First Home Run of 2026 - Utah Talons (AUSL) June 10
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