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November 12, 2025 - GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - The Grand Rapids Rise on Wednesday announced a two-year contract extension for Head Coach and Vice President of Volleyball Operations Cathy George, securing her leadership through the 2027 Major League Volleyball season.
George was introduced as the Rise's head coach and director of volleyball operations on March 13, 2023, before being elevated to vice president of volleyball operations ahead of the league's inaugural 2024 season.
In her first year at the helm, George guided Grand Rapids to the le... Full Story
November 6, 2025 - GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Get to know outside hitter Allison Mayfield in the 10th edition of our 2025 "Offseason Conversation" series with the Grand Rapids Rise.
Welcome to the Rise! You're going on a decade of playing professional volleyball. What motivates you to keep going?
I think I just have this competitive nature and internal motivation. I love the sport, I love training, and I love seeing the progress you can make even after 10 years. The game slows down, your IQ improves, and you start to see things differently. I... Full Story
October 31, 2025 - GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - The Grand Rapids Rise on Friday released their schedule for the upcoming 2026 Major League Volleyball season.
The franchise's third season under head coach and VP of volleyball operations Cathy George begins on Friday, Jan. 9, at the defending MLV champion Orlando Valkyries. It's the second consecutive season that Grand Rapids has started on the road. After a second opening-weekend road contest against the Atlanta Vibe on Sunday, Jan. 11, the Rise return to Michigan for their home opener on Wednesday... Full Story
October 30, 2025 - GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Get to know middle blocker Alyssa Jensen in the ninth edition of our 2025 "Offseason Conversation" series with the Grand Rapids Rise.
You're the only player who's been with the Rise since Day One. What does that continuity mean to you?
It means so much to be in the same community. Even though I'm from here, getting to play in front of family and friends and help grow the sport in this city is something I don't take for granted. It's truly an honor.
From Year One to now, how have you seen the te... Full Story
The Grand Rapids Rise are a professional volleyball team. Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, they are a member of the Major League Volleyball.
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Rise Head Coach Cathy George Signs Extension Through 2027 Season
November 12, 2025 - GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - The Grand Rapids Rise on Wednesday announced a two-year contract extension for Head Coach and Vice President of Volleyball Operations Cathy George, securing her leadership through the 2027 Major League Volleyball season.
George was introduced as the Rise's head coach and director of volleyball operations on March 13, 2023, before being elevated to vice president of volleyball operations ahead of the league's inaugural 2024 season.
In her first year at the helm, George guided Grand Rapids to the le... Full StoryMore Grand Rapids Rise stories below
2025 Offseason Conversation with Allison Mayfield
November 6, 2025 - GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Get to know outside hitter Allison Mayfield in the 10th edition of our 2025 "Offseason Conversation" series with the Grand Rapids Rise.
Welcome to the Rise! You're going on a decade of playing professional volleyball. What motivates you to keep going?
I think I just have this competitive nature and internal motivation. I love the sport, I love training, and I love seeing the progress you can make even after 10 years. The game slows down, your IQ improves, and you start to see things differently. I... Full StoryRise Announce 2026 Major League Volleyball Schedule
October 31, 2025 - GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - The Grand Rapids Rise on Friday released their schedule for the upcoming 2026 Major League Volleyball season.
The franchise's third season under head coach and VP of volleyball operations Cathy George begins on Friday, Jan. 9, at the defending MLV champion Orlando Valkyries. It's the second consecutive season that Grand Rapids has started on the road. After a second opening-weekend road contest against the Atlanta Vibe on Sunday, Jan. 11, the Rise return to Michigan for their home opener on Wednesday... Full Story2025 Offseason Conversation with Alyssa Jensen
October 30, 2025 - GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Get to know middle blocker Alyssa Jensen in the ninth edition of our 2025 "Offseason Conversation" series with the Grand Rapids Rise.
You're the only player who's been with the Rise since Day One. What does that continuity mean to you?
It means so much to be in the same community. Even though I'm from here, getting to play in front of family and friends and help grow the sport in this city is something I don't take for granted. It's truly an honor.
From Year One to now, how have you seen the te... Full StoryGrand Rapids Rise News
- Rise Head Coach Cathy George Signs Extension Through 2027 Season - November 12, 2025
- 2025 Offseason Conversation with Allison Mayfield - November 6, 2025
- Rise Announce 2026 Major League Volleyball Schedule - October 31, 2025
- 2025 Offseason Conversation with Alyssa Jensen - October 30, 2025
- 2025 Offseason Conversation with Elizabet Inneh - October 23, 2025
- 2025 Offseason Conversation with Camryn Turner - October 16, 2025
- 2025 Offseason Conversation with Leah Meyer - October 9, 2025
- 2025 Offseason Conversation with Elena Oglivie - October 2, 2025
- 2025 Offseason Conversation with Lauren Jardine-Clark - September 25, 2025
- 2025 Offseason Conversation with Carli Snyder - September 18, 2025
- Oglivie Named to Team USA Roster for NORCECA Women's Final Six - September 15, 2025
- 2025 Offseason Conversation with Rhamat Alhassan - September 11, 2025
- 2025 Offseason Conversation with Paige Briggs-Romine - September 4, 2025
- 2025 Player in Review: Elena Oglivie - August 29, 2025
- 2025 Player in Review: Camryn Turner - August 27, 2025
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Grand Rapids Rise outside hitter Allison Mayfield (Nicolas Carrillo)
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League: Major League VolleyballHome: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Class: Volleyball
Website: Grand Rapids Rise site
Schedule: Full Grand Rapids Rise Schedule
Grand Rapids Rise Scoreboard
| Fri., May 2 | L | Omaha 3 at Grand Rapids 1 | Final |
| Wed., Apr 30 | L | Orlando 3 at Grand Rapids 2 | Final |
| Sat., Apr 26 | L | Grand Rapids 2 at Atlanta 3 | Final |
| Sat., Apr 19 | W | Indy 1 at Grand Rapids 3 | Final |
| Thu., Apr 17 | L | Grand Rapids 0 at Omaha 3 | Final |
| Sat., Apr 12 | W | Grand Rapids 3 at Indy 2 | Final |
| All times Eastern On game days, refresh page for latest results Full Grand Rapids Rise Schedule and Results | |||
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Grand Rapids Rise Headlines
- Grand Rapids Rise head coach signs contract extension - MLV WOOD TV (November 12)
- Grand Rapids Rise welcomes new players amidst major pro volleyball league merger - MLV The Rapidian (October 14)
- Grand Rapids Rise league merges with Major League Volleyball - MLV WOOD TV (August 7)
- Grand Rapids Rise join Major League Volleyball - MLV WZZM13.com (August 7)
- Grand Rapids Rise part of new MLV league after landmark' pro volleyball merger - MLV MLive (August 5)
- Omaha Supernovas clinch PVF title with win over Grand Rapids - PVF Omaha World-Herald (May 3)
- Atlanta Vibe Winning Streak Reaches 12 - PVF Gwinnett Daily Post (April 27)
- Omaha Supernovas complete ninth sweep of season over Grand Rapids - PVF Omaha World-Herald (April 18)
- All Today's Grand Rapids Rise Headlines
