MLV Minnesota Signs Middle Blockers Hattie Bray and Alicia Andrew

July 4, 2026 - SAINT PAUL, Minn. - MLV Minnesota General Manager and Head Coach Pedro Mendes today announced the signing of middle blockers Hattie Bray and Alicia Andrew for the 2027 season. Bray appeared in 19 matches for the Grand Rapids Rise in 2026, recording 17 kills, 11 blocks, 20 digs and four aces. She posted a season-high 13 points against Omaha on April 10, 2026. She was a fourth-round selection of Grand Rapids in the 2025 Major League Volleyball Draft. Prior to her professional career, Bray played four seasons at Marquette... Full Story

Louvar with Stolen Base to Continue Habaneros' Win Streak

July 3, 2026 - MANKATO, MINN. - The Mankato Habaneros extended their winning streak to four games tonight with a 10-9 walk-off victory over the La Crosse Steam at ISG Field. La Crosse struck first with a run in the opening inning, but Mankato answered with three runs in the bottom half to take an early lead. Ava Parent (University of Wisconsin) scored one of those runs on a wild pitch. The Steam cut the deficit to 3-2 in the second after capitalizing on a Habaneros error. Mankato responded when Pearson Hall (University of Iowa) de... Full Story

Why Softball Star Michaela Edenfield Does the 'Razzle Dazzle'

July 3, 2026 - Michaela Edenfield never takes a day off from serving looks on the softball field. Each game day with the Texas Volts, she creates a new eye makeup look that paints across her lids and temples, but it very well could grace a canvas. Throughout her illustrious career at Florida State, Edenfield gained recognition on the softball field and TikTok in rapid fashion. Her long home runs, skills as a catcher, and colorful makeup looks gained her a following. Now in her second year as a pro with the Texas Volts, Edenfield h... Full Story

Mary Iakopo on Her Name & American Samoa Softball

July 3, 2026 - What's in a name? When it comes to Chicago Bandits catcher Mary Iakopo, the terms "pride" and "professionalism" come readily to mind. There's pride in her Samoan heritage and in her role in helping the American Samoan Softball Association try to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. And there's the professionalism in the way she goes about her business in her second year with the Athletes Unlimited Softball League's Bandits. But first things first. And first of all, let's make sure we're saying Ms. Iakopo's las... Full Story

• MLV Minnesota Signs Middle Blockers Hattie Bray and Alicia Andrew - Minnesota (MLV) July 4
• Louvar with Stolen Base to Continue Habaneros' Win Streak - Mankato Habaneros (NWLS) July 3
• Ignite Drop Game Two to Spitfires - Wausau Ignite (NWLS) July 3
• Damm Named USA Eagles Captain Ahead of Independence Day Clash with Portugal - (MLR) July 3
• Roster Named For Canada's Men's Rugby Team's Nations Cup Debut Against Spain - (MLR) July 3
• Why Softball Star Michaela Edenfield Does the 'Razzle Dazzle' - Texas Volts (AUSL) July 3
• Mary Iakopo on Her Name & American Samoa Softball - Chicago Bandits (AUSL) July 3
• Night Mares Blow out Minot Honeybees in Series Opener - Madison Night Mares (NWLS) July 3
• Ignite Rout Spitfires in 14-5 Complete Game by Mills - Wausau Ignite (NWLS) July 2
• Sami Williams, Morgan Zerkle Fuel Bandits' Explosive 13-Hit Night - Chicago Bandits (AUSL) July 2
• The Stuff People Don't See: Kevin Flynn Named a Seattle Seawolves Legend - Seattle Seawolves (MLR) July 2
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• 2026 AUSL Season Halfway Point: What We've Learned - (AUSL) July 2
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