Ignite, Head Coach Bertolacci Agree to Multiyear Contract Extension

January 9, 2026 - FISHERS, Ind. - The 2026 season has yet to begin but the Indy Ignite have already scored a major victory, announcing today that head coach Lauren Bertolacci has agreed to a multiyear contract extension. Bertolacci, who will coach her first Major League Volleyball match Saturday when the Ignite take on the Dallas Pulse in the season opener, originally signed a one-year contract in July 2025. But as the 40-year-old began constructing Indy's 2026 roster and implementing her philosophies for playing style, training regimen a... Full Story

Supernovas, Parsons Light up Mojo in Season-Opening Sweep

January 9, 2026 - OMAHA, Neb. - The Omaha Supernovas, the world's leading professional volleyball franchise, opened the 2026 season in dominant fashion, bulldozing the San Diego Mojo on Thursday night in front of 9,538 fans at the CHI Health Center. Freshly signed over the offseason, outside hitter and team captain Sarah Parsons set new franchise records in her first outing as a Supernova, tallying 17 kills (.325), three blocks, three digs and one ace for 21 points, which are new highs for points and kills in a three-set match. Having won ... Full Story

LOVB Salt Lake Sweeps LOVB Houston in Season Two Opener

January 9, 2026 - HOUSTON, Texas - January 8, 2026 - LOVB Salt Lake opened the 2026 season with a statement win on the road Thursday night, overcoming a slow start to sweep LOVB Houston 27-25, 25-19, 25-20 at the Berry Center. While the opening set saw both teams shaking off early-season rust, Salt Lake quickly found its rhythm and never looked back. Once the squad settled in, the offense became unstoppable, finishing with a .383 team attack efficiency and 51 total kills. Middle blocker Serena Gray was the story of the night, delivering... Full Story

Fury Open Season with Win at Atlanta

January 8, 2026 - ATLANTA, Ga. - The Columbus Fury opened the season with a big road win over the Atlanta Vibe, led by Raina Terry's career-high 27 kills at Gas South Arena on Thursday night. Terry was exceptional throughout the match, finishing with a .361 hitting percentage and adding eight digs and four blocks. The Fury will return home to Nationwide Arena for the home opener against the Omaha Supernovas on Saturday at 7 p.m. Single match tickets are on sale now as well as season tickets and partial ticket packages. Click here or email ... Full Story

• Ignite, Head Coach Bertolacci Agree to Multiyear Contract Extension - Indy Ignite (MLV) January 9
• Supernovas, Parsons Light up Mojo in Season-Opening Sweep - Omaha Supernovas (MLV) January 9
• Houston Falls Short in Home Opener against Salt Lake - LOVB Houston (LOVB) January 9
• LOVB Salt Lake Sweeps LOVB Houston in Season Two Opener - LOVB Salt Lake (LOVB) January 9
• Columbus Fury Top Atlanta Vibe 3-1 in Season Opener - Atlanta Vibe (MLV) January 8
• Fury Open Season with Win at Atlanta - Columbus Fury (MLV) January 8
• San Diego Mojo Opens Season with Tough Road Loss in Omaha - San Diego Mojo (MLV) January 8
• LOVB Salt Lake Kicks off Season Two - LOVB Salt Lake (LOVB) January 8
• Welcoming Greenwood Heating and Home Services to the Seawolves Family - Seattle Seawolves (MLR) January 8
• Ready for Liftoff: Ignite Open MLV Season Saturday at Dallas - Indy Ignite (MLV) January 8
• LOVB Austin Battles Past Nebraska in Five Sets to Open 2026 Season - LOVB Austin (LOVB) January 7
• LOVB Nebraska Drops Season Opener to LOVB Austin in Five-Set Thriller - LOVB Nebraska (LOVB) January 7
• Game Preview: San Diego Mojo at Omaha Supernovas: January 8, 2026 - San Diego Mojo (MLV) January 7
• Supernovas Announce Nuneviller, Parsons as 2026 Team Captains - Omaha Supernovas (MLV) January 7
• Columbus Fury Head to Atlanta for Season Opener - Columbus Fury (MLV) January 7
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• PHOTOS: Atlanta Vibe Volleyball Season Opener at Gas South Arena - MLV Gwinnett Daily Post (January 9)
  
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• Photos: Omaha Supernovas volleyball hosts San Diego Mojo - MLV Omaha World-Herald (January 9)
  
• Omaha Supernovas defeat San Diego Mojo Thursday - MLV Omaha World-Herald (January 9)
  
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