Calmes Added to 2026 Wausau Ignite Softball Roster

April 15, 2026 - Wausau, WI - The Wausau Ignite are thrilled to announce the signing of another local player. Claire Calmes, a current freshman at the University of Wisconsin and 2025 graduate of Wausau West High School will be joining the team in 2026. INF - Claire Calmes| 5'9" | R/R| Freshman | University of Wisconsin During her time at Wausau West, Calmes earned two all-conference honorable mentions, a second-team all-conference selection and was named Varsity Captain her senior year. Last season, she batted .368 on the season with ... Full Story

Supernovas Visit Orlando and Atlanta as Playoff Push Continues

April 15, 2026 - OMAHA, Neb. - The Omaha Supernovas, the world's leading professional volleyball franchise, will head east this weekend for a two-match road trip, beginning with a matchup against the Orlando Valkyries on Thursday, April 16, before facing the Atlanta Vibe on Sunday, April 19. The two contests carry significant postseason implications, as all three teams are battling to secure the final two spots in the upcoming MLV Championship in May. The Supernovas will take on the Valkyries during Orlando's Faith & Family Night at Addit... Full Story

Dallas Pulse Adds Middle Blocker Carter Booth

April 15, 2026 - FRISCO, Texas - Today, The Dallas PULSE, North Texas' women's professional volleyball team, announced the acquisition of two-time AVCA All-American middle blocker Carter Booth. Booth, 6-7, began her collegiate career at Minnesota in 2022. She set a program freshman record with 11 blocks in her debut against Baylor on Aug. 26 and led the team with 1.48 blocks per set, earning AVCA North Region Freshman of the Year and All-North Region honors. She transferred to Wisconsin, where she played from 2023 to 2025 and led the team... Full Story

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

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

• Midweek Milestones: Standout Stats from Week 3 of the 2026 MLR Season - (MLR) April 15
• Calmes Added to 2026 Wausau Ignite Softball Roster - Wausau Ignite (NWLS) April 15
• Postseason Chase Continues against Indy and Columbus - Grand Rapids Rise (MLV) April 15
• Supernovas Visit Orlando and Atlanta as Playoff Push Continues - Omaha Supernovas (MLV) April 15
• Dallas Pulse Adds Middle Blocker Carter Booth - Dallas Pulse (MLV) April 15
• League One Volleyball and Rippling Announce Five-Year Strategic Partnership - (LOVB) April 14
• Run with the Pack Returns April 24 at Starfire Stadium - Seattle Seawolves (MLR) April 14
• Chicago Hounds Named MLR Team of the Week After Dominant Sunday Night Rugby Performance - (MLR) April 14
• Ignite's Tealer Named MLV Player of the Week Following Standout Performances - Indy Ignite (MLV) April 14
• Valkyries Ready to Make Playoff Push Amidst Three-Match Homestand - Orlando Valkyries (MLV) April 14
• Run the Seattle Seawolves 5K and Kids Dash Tukwila May 16 - Seattle Seawolves (MLR) April 14
• Old Glory DC's Cory Daniel Named MLR Player of the Week - (MLR) April 14
• First XV: WK3: 2026 - (MLR) April 14
• Purple Community Night, Rise to the Upside Down Night Conclude Home Slate - Grand Rapids Rise (MLV) April 14
• Showing up Where Columbus Learns - Columbus Fury (MLV) April 14
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