Major League Volleyball (MLV) is set to make its debut as the leading professional women’s volleyball league in the United States, following a merger with the Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF) in 2025. This merger aims to establish unified governance and ownership standards while expanding the league to new markets. With the PVF’s successful track record of two seasons marked by high engagement and attendance, MLV is poised to redefine women’s volleyball in the country.
The new league will retain the eight original franchises from the PVF and plans to target additional markets, including Washington D.C., Minnesota, and Northern California, in the coming years. As the inaugural season approaches, MLV is ready to unveil its 2026 schedule, which promises to deliver exciting matches and increased visibility for the sport.
How to Watch Major League Volleyball in 2026
Fans eager to catch the action can tune in to Major League Volleyball games through various platforms. The league’s matches will be broadcast on national television channels, including CBS Sports Network and Vice TV, throughout the 2026 season. For those who prefer to stream, live games will also be available on DIRECTV, YouTube, and Roku Sports Channel.
Matches scheduled for national television broadcasts are listed below. Each game will also be accessible for streaming via DIRECTV.
2026 MLV Regular Season Schedule
The regular season of Major League Volleyball will run from January 8 to May 3, 2026, followed by playoffs. Fans can look forward to a range of matches during this period. Here are some key games to mark on your calendar:
– **January 11**: Rise vs. Vibe at 16:00 ET on CBSSN
– **January 18**: Valkyries vs. Supernovas at 16:00 ET on CBSSN
– **February 1**: Mojo vs. Vibe at 15:00 ET on Vice TV; Supernovas vs. Rise at 16:00 ET on CBSSN
– **February 6**: Fury vs. Mojo at 22:00 ET on CBSSN
– **February 8**: Rise vs. Pulse at 15:00 ET on Vice TV
This is just a snapshot of the season’s lineup, and further details can be accessed on the MLV website.
Teams in Major League Volleyball
The 2026 season will feature a total of eight teams. The newly established Dallas Pulse will replace the Vegas Thrill, which is currently on hiatus. The complete list of teams is as follows:
– Atlanta Vibe
– Columbus Fury
– Dallas Pulse
– Grand Rapids Rise
– Indy Ignite
– Omaha Supernovas
– Orlando Valkyries
– San Diego Mojo
With the new structure and vision, MLV is set to engage a broader audience and enhance the experience for fans of women’s volleyball. As the season kicks off, excitement is building for what promises to be a transformative chapter in the sport.
