Major League Volleyball Introduces Marquee Player Exception

October 5, 2026 - Major League Volleyball (MLV) has announced the introduction of the MLV Marquee Player Exception, a new salary-cap mechanism designed to allow teams to attract and retain more elite professional talent while preserving the league's existing salary-cap structure and competitive balance. The new salary-cap exception gives every MLV team an equal and optional opportunity to make a significant investment in additional players while preserving the league's existing financial framework for the remainder of each roster. The new ... Full Story

Mlv Draft Order Announced

October 5, 2026 - The MLV Draft Lottery results are in, setting the order for the upcoming collegiate player draft prior to the 2027 season. With five additions to Major League Volleyball set to take the court for the upcoming season, the lottery determined the selection order and gives teams a clear picture of where they will select in the draft - which is slated for Monday, November 23. The No. 1 overall selection goes to the Vegas Thrill, who returns to MLV under new ownership. Vegas will welcome Rachel Morris as their head coach and ha... Full Story

Ignite Coach Bertolacci's Swiss National Team Earns 2027 FIVB World Cup Bid

October 5, 2026 - FISHERS, Ind. - The Switzerland Women's National Volleyball Team earning a first-ever berth in the 2027 FIVB Women's World Cup is undoubtedly big news in Europe. It's just as significant for the Indy Ignite, since Ignite head coach Lauren Bertolacci also serves as head coach of the Swiss team. The FIVB (Federation Internationale de Volleyball), the global governing body for the sport, today named the remaining teams to play in the 2027 World Cup next summer - held for the first time in North America. Eighteen nations alre... Full Story

Garcia, Woolery to Bring Home Run Talent to MLBx Mumbai

October 1, 2026 - Athletes Unlimited Softball League athletes have been a staple of MLBx events across the country this year, showcasing powerful softball swings in the home run competition. Next, they'll take their talents international. Texas Volts two-way player Rachel Garcia and Utah Talons infielder Jordan Woolery will compete in MLBx Mumbai on Oct. 24 in India. MLBx is a 3-on-3 team-based home run derby. In Mumbai, each team will feature a cricket player, connecting baseball to India's most popular sport. Garcia will be on the ... Full Story

• Major League Volleyball Introduces Marquee Player Exception - (MLV) October 5
• Omaha Supernovas Announce Expanded Rising Star Kids Club for 2027 Season - Omaha Supernovas (MLV) October 5
• LOVB Nebraska renews its partnership with Quality Brands - LOVB Nebraska (LOVB) October 5
• Mlv Draft Order Announced - (MLV) October 5
• Ignite Coach Bertolacci's Swiss National Team Earns 2027 FIVB World Cup Bid - Indy Ignite (MLV) October 5
• Summer Spotlight Series: Elena Scott - Indy Ignite (MLV) October 2
• Garcia, Woolery to Bring Home Run Talent to MLBx Mumbai - (AUSL) October 1
• World Team Tennis Names Deep Blue Sports + Entertainment Founder Laura Correnti Strategic Advisor - (WTT) September 30
• Come Try Rugby at Liberty Rugby Academy on October 17 - Seattle Seawolves (MLR) September 30
• Old Glory DC Announces AgustÍn "Cuca" Cavalieri As New Head Coach - Old Glory DC (MLR) September 29
• Valkyries Set to Hold Ninth Overall Pick in 2026 MLV Draft on November 23 - Orlando Valkyries (MLV) September 29
• Budget Nebraska Becomes Official Rental Car Company of the Omaha Supernovas - Omaha Supernovas (MLV) September 29
• Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report - (MLV) September 28
• LOVB Nebraska Announces New Partnership with Lutz - LOVB Nebraska (LOVB) September 28
• LOVB's Los Angeles Orbit Announces Team Name at Intuit Dome - Los Angeles Orbit (LOVB) September 25
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• Grand Forks Spitfires head coach Aaron Alvarez returns for 2027 season - NWLS Grand Forks Herald (October 2)
  
• VIDEO: Absolute SHUT DOWN - MLR YouTube (October 2)
  
• World Team Tennis Names Deep Blue Founder Laura Correnti Strategic Advisor - WTT City Biz (September 30)
  
• Ready to Rumble: Northern California MLV Squad Launches Name, Logo - MLV Sports Logos Net News (September 29)
  
• LOVB is putting L.A. into its Orbit - LOVB Sports Business Journal (September 29)
  
• VIDEO: Defense Attack - MLR YouTube (September 29)
  
• The Anthem Will Serve as Home Court for DC's Professional Volleyball Club - MLV Northern Virginia Magazine (September 27)
  
• Coco Gauff joins star-studded World Team Tennis as player-owner - WTT USA Today (September 26)
  
• Gauff will be a player-owner for Florida in World Team Tennis - WTT ESPN (September 26)
  
• Los Angeles reveals the Orbit as the team name for League One Volleyball (LOVB) - LOVB The Sporting Tribune (September 26)
  
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