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Valkyries Ready to Make Playoff Push Amidst Three-Match Homestand

MLV Orlando Valkyries April 14, 2026 - ORLANDO, Fla. - With just six matches remaining in the 2026 regular season, the Orlando Valkyries are within striking distance of one of the final two spots in the 2026 MLV Championship as they look to defend their 2025 title. One of Orlando's biggest tests of the season comes up this week, during their three-match homestand, starting this Thursday, April 16 vs. Omaha Supernovas. Orlando will then face the San Diego Mojo on Sunday, April 19 and the Indy Ignite on Thursday, April 23, as all three matches have major playoff im... Full Story

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Old Glory DC's Cory Daniel Named MLR Player of the Week

MLR April 14, 2026 - Old Glory DC flanker Cory Daniel has been named the MLR Player of the Week following a standout performance against the three-time defending champions, New England Free Jacks, in Week 3. Daniel was the driving force behind Old Glory's 21-19 road victory, crossing for two first-half tries to give DC a 14-7 lead at the break and put the champions on the back foot. He was just as impactful without the ball, making 20 tackles and winning a jackal to anchor the defensive effort that held firm as New England pushed for a late c... Full Story

Anthem Claim Historic First Home Win as Roberts and Carty Inspire Nine-Point Triumph over Seattle

MLR Anthem Rugby Carolina April 13, 2026 - Anthem Rugby Carolina had never beaten the Seattle Seawolves. In three previous meetings, the two-time MLR champions had won each time, and the question hanging over this young franchise was whether it could break through against a team with genuine pedigree. On a blazing 85-degree afternoon at American Legion Memorial Stadium, they answered emphatically. Four tries, 14 points from the boot of 'man of the match' Luke Carty, and a defensive display that held Seattle scoreless for the first 20 minutes of the second half delive... Full Story

Lloyd, Kojima Earn Player of the Week Honors

LOVB April 13, 2026 - LOS ANGELES, Calif. - After successfully leading their teams to the LOVB Championship last weekend, Carli Lloyd and Manami Kojima have earned LOVB Player of the Week honors. Offensive Player of the Week: Carli Lloyd, Setter, LOVB Austin Lloyd set Austin to the league's best offensive numbers during the LOVB Playoffs en route to a series win over LOVB Atlanta. Across two matches and the golden set, Austin hit .359 as a team - .390 off Lloyd specifically - while the Bonsall, California, native racked up 91 assists, five ... Full Story

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