Indy Ignite Opens Training Camp this Week with Championship Ambitions for the 2026 Season

December 3, 2025 - Indy Ignite is officially tipping off its training camp for the 2026 season this week, launching the Ignite's second season full of elite talent, high expectations, and Major League Volleyball Championship title aspirations. Held at the Ignite practice facility, The Academy Volleyball Club, this year's camp brings together seven returning players from the Ignite's inaugural season, key offseason acquisitions, and four new players chosen in the Nov. 24 MLV Draft. Over the next month, athletes will begin their practice and ... Full Story

Every Sunday Night Rugby Matchup for 2026 Revealed

December 3, 2025 - Major League Rugby and ESPN will launch Sunday Night Rugby for the 2026 season, bringing an elevated broadcast to showcase rugby to a national audience. Sunday Night Rugby will combine in-studio analysis with an elevated production value to provide a top-tier experience for die-hard and casual fans alike. The broadcast will stream on ESPN+, featuring a pregame show similar to popular programs like Monday Night Countdown or Inside The NBA, which will set up the night's match before the broadcast crew takes over. After t... Full Story

Supernovas Sign 2025 Draft Pick and All-Big Ten Setter Claire Ammeraal

December 3, 2025 - OMAHA, Neb - The Omaha Supernovas, the world's leading professional volleyball franchise, have inked the first member of its 2025 draft class to a rookie contract, signing former Iowa Hawkeye and All-Big Ten setter Claire Ammeraal. A native from Madison, Wisconsin, the 6-foot-2 Ammeraal was drafted by the Supernovas in the third round of the 2025 MLV Draft at No. 22 overall, while also becoming the third overall setter to be taken in the draft by Omaha dating back to the draft's inaugural edition in 2023 - joining fellow ... Full Story

The Seawolves Centurion and MLR Champion Returns: JP Smith Re-Signs for 2026

December 2, 2025 - The Seattle Seawolves are proud to announce that JP Smith has re-signed for the 2026 Major League Rugby season. One of the most decorated, durable, and influential players in MLR history, Smith returns for his eighth season in Seattle-continuing a legacy that has helped define the Seawolves era. Since joining Major League Rugby in 2019, Smith has become a cornerstone of the organization. With 106 career MLR appearances, 96 starts, 22 tries, 1,718 meters gained, and 711 tackles, he stands as one of the league's most accomp... Full Story

• Indy Ignite Opens Training Camp this Week with Championship Ambitions for the 2026 Season - Indy Ignite (MLV) December 3
• Every Sunday Night Rugby Matchup for 2026 Revealed - (MLR) December 3
• Supernovas Sign 2025 Draft Pick and All-Big Ten Setter Claire Ammeraal - Omaha Supernovas (MLV) December 3
• Mallards and Night Mares Announce Cru Concrete Club - Madison Night Mares (NWLS) December 3
• The Seawolves Centurion and MLR Champion Returns: JP Smith Re-Signs for 2026 - Seattle Seawolves (MLR) December 2
• Today Is the Day to Give - Help Us Empower Youth Through Rugby - California Legion (MLR) December 2
• Last Week around the Leagues - (MLV) December 2
• Hounds Add Canadian Fullback Brock Webster - Chicago Hounds (MLR) December 2
• Omaha Supernovas 2026 Single-Match Tickets Available Now - Omaha Supernovas (MLV) December 2
• Ignite President and General Manager Mary Kay Huse Named to Indianapolis Business Journal Inaugural C-Suite Awards List - Indy Ignite (MLV) December 2
• Major League Rugby Announces Leadership Transition, Ushers in New Co-President Model - (MLR) December 2
• Omaha Supernovas Release 2026 Promo Schedule and Match Times - Omaha Supernovas (MLV) December 1
• Three Woodchucks, Two Ignite Players Earn League-Wide Hitting Honors - Wausau Ignite (NWLS) December 1
• USA Eagle Paddy Ryan Joins the Seattle Seawolves for the 2026 Campaign - Seattle Seawolves (MLR) December 1
• San Diego Mojo Begin 2026 Season with Training Camp, Eyeing Fast Start - San Diego Mojo (MLV) December 1
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• Major League Volleyball Is Coming to Minnesota in 2027 - MLV Minnesota Monthly (December 3)
  
• New senior leadership for Major League Rugby - MLR Americas Rugby News (December 2)
  
• KSU's Myers picked in 2nd round of pro draft - MLV The Mercury (November 27)
  
• Wisconsin, Marquette volleyball players drafted to play professionally - MLV WTAQ (November 27)
  
• Iowa volleyball player selected in 2025 Major League Volleyball Draft - MLV We Are Iowa (November 27)
  
• Landfair, Sczech Picked in MLV Draft - MLV Nebraska Athletics (November 25)
  
• Candela | Avry Tatum, Alonso-Corcelles Selected in MLV Draft - MLV Indiana Athletics (November 25)
  
• Jill Gillen, Maggie Cartwright Chosen in Inaugural Pro Volleyball Federation Draft - MLV Arkansas Athletics (November 25)
  
• Fort Wayne's Cresse, Hudson picked in MLV draft - MLV WANE 15 (November 25)
  
• Dallas Pulse select outside hitter Mimi Colyer as first-ever draft pick in franchise history - MLV North Texas E-News (November 25)
  
• Penn State libero Gillian Grimes drafted by San Diego Mojo in 2nd round of 2025 MLV Draft - MLV The Daily Collegian (November 25)
  
• Indiana connections run deep in Indy Ignite's new draft class - MLV WTHR (November 25)
  
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