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Hounds Sign Capped Eagle Midfielder

MLR Chicago Hounds October 17, 2025 - CHICAGO, Il. - After a long offseason, the Chicago Hounds announced today the club's first signing ahead of the 2026 Major League Rugby season. Will Magie made a splash with his first acquisition as the Hounds' General Manager, putting pen to paper with capped-US Eagle Tavite Lopeti. The four-year MLR veteran bolsters a Hounds' backline that is already littered with young, domestic talent. "We are very lucky to have the signature of Tavite Lopeti," stated Head Coach Chris Latham, who coached the center in 2024 during his ... Full Story

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Multi-Year Extension for Coach Banwarth

MLV Atlanta Vibe October 16, 2025 - ATLANTA, Ga. - The Atlanta Vibe are proud to announce a multi-year contract extension for Head Coach Kayla Banwarth, following a highly successful 2025 season. Banwarth, named the league's Coach of the Year in her first season, will continue leading the Vibe into the future as the team builds on its championship-caliber foundation. In her first season with Atlanta, Banwarth guided the Vibe to a 19-9 regular season record, finishing the regular season in second place and earning a spot in the playoffs for the second time i... Full Story

2025 Offseason Conversation with Camryn Turner

MLV Grand Rapids Rise October 16, 2025 - GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Get to know setter Camryn Turner in the seventh edition of our 2025 "Offseason Conversation" series with the Grand Rapids Rise. The last time we talked was at the press conference after the final match of the season. It was an emotional moment with a lot of uncertainty in the air. Looking back on that, how much does it mean for you now to be back with the Rise? Yeah, I was pretty emotional. I'm really excited to be back with the Rise. I'm going to miss playing with a bunch of teammates from last y... Full Story

Dallas Pulse Reveals Name and Logo Ahead of Major League Volleyball Debut

MLV Dallas Pulse October 16, 2025 - FRISCO, Texas - MLV Dallas embarks on a bold new chapter as the team officially becomes Dallas Pulse, revealing its dynamic new logo and confirming Comerica Center in Frisco as its home court. The announcement marks an exciting milestone as North Texas' first women's professional volleyball team prepares to debut in the upcoming 2026 season. "North Texas is one of the most passionate and competitive volleyball markets in the country," said Grady Raskin, President and CEO of Dallas Pulse. "Our name represents the heart of ... Full Story

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