Pro Volleyball Federation
Current season, competition or edition: 2025 PVF season | |
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| Sport | Volleyball |
|---|---|
| First season | 2024 |
| Commissioner | Jen Spicher |
| No. of teams | 8 |
| Country | United States |
| Most recent champion(s) | Orlando Valkyries (2025) |
| Most titles | Omaha Supernovas (1 title) |
| Broadcaster(s) | CBS Sports Network FS1 / FS2 |
| Streaming partner(s) | VBTV YouTube |
| Official website | provolleyball |
The Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF) is a women's professional indoor volleyball league in the United States. The league was announced on November 17, 2022, and began play in 2024.[1]
History
[edit]Development
[edit]The Pro Volleyball Federation was announced in November 2022 as a new professional women's league that focused on giving American players access to high level volleyball at home while also making a livable wage.[2] The founders of the league include Super Bowl winning quarterback Trent Dilfer along with volleyball pioneers Cecile Reynaud and Laurie Corbelli.[3] The league was initially expected to include ten teams but the league would lower the number to eight in later reports. The first franchise was awarded to a team in Grand Rapids, Michigan.[4] In February 2023, it was announced that singer-songwriter Jason Derulo would team up to own a team that will be based out of Omaha, Nebraska.[5] Atlanta, Georgia, was then announced as the second market, followed by Columbus, Ohio.[6][7] The first 2025 franchise was awarded to a group led by Armand Sadoughi in July 2023 that will bring a team to Dallas, Texas.[8]
About
[edit]The Pro Volleyball Federation is one of three independent leagues within the United States.[9] Former athletes from the U.S. National Team, overseas, and recent college graduates have joined to play in the Pro Volleyball Federation.[9] Prior to the season, a draft is held each November for graduating college players.[10] Five players are selected for each team. In 2024, there were 40 athletes distributed among the eight teams.[11][12]
The league's schedule runs from January through May.[9] Each team aims to be one of the top four to have the chance to play in the championship game. In the final game, "Match for a Million", the winning team will be awarded $1 million.[13][14]
First season
[edit]The league debuted with a match between the Atlanta Vibe and Omaha Supernovas on January 24, 2024, which set a record for attendance at a women's professional volleyball match in the United States of 11,624.[15] Omaha would set a new attendance record a few week later when 12,090 fans saw the Supernovas win in four sets over the Orlando Valkyries.
The Omaha Supernovas became the first-ever Pro Volleyball Federation Champions after sweeping the Grand Rapids Rise on May 18, 2024 at the CHI Health Center in downtown Omaha in front of 10,678 fans.[16]
Second season
[edit]The league's second season began on January 9, 2025 in Orlando.[17] On January 10th, a match between the Omaha Supernovas and Atlanta Vibe set another new record for attendance at a women's professional volleyball match in the US, with 13,486 spectators.[18]
The Indy Ignite made its debut as the first expansion team to launch, with its inaugural match taking place at Fishers Event Center on January 11th.[19] From May 9th to May 11th, the championships were held. The four teams that competed in it were Omaha Supernovas, Indy Ignite, Atlanta Vibe, and Orlando Valkyries.[14]
Teams
[edit]
Current
[edit]| Team | Location | Venue | Capacity | Joined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Vibe | Duluth, Georgia | Gas South Arena | 12,750 | 2024 |
| Columbus Fury | Columbus, Ohio | Nationwide Arena | 19,500 | 2024 |
| Grand Rapids Rise | Grand Rapids, Michigan | Van Andel Arena | 11,500 | 2024 |
| Indy Ignite | Fishers, Indiana | Fishers Event Center | 6,500 | 2025 |
| Omaha Supernovas | Omaha, Nebraska | CHI Health Center Omaha | 18,320 | 2024 |
| Orlando Valkyries | Orlando, Florida | Addition Financial Arena | 9,432 | 2024 |
| San Diego Mojo | San Diego, California | Viejas Arena | 12,414 | 2024 |
| Vegas Thrill | Henderson, Nevada | Lee's Family Forum | 6,019 | 2024 |
Future
[edit]| Team | Location | Venue | Capacity | Joining |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Pro Volleyball | Dallas, Texas | TBD | TBD | 2026 |
| Kansas City Pro Volleyball | Kansas City, Missouri | TBD | TBD | 2026 |
Championships
[edit]The Omaha Supernovas and Orlando Valkyries have the most championships, with 1 PVF Finals win each.
| Teams | Win | Loss | Total | Year(s) won | Year(s) runner-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha Supernovas | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2024 | — |
| Orlando Valkyries | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2025 | — |
| Grand Rapids Rise | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2024 | — |
| Indy Ignite | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2025 | — |
Broadcasting
[edit]Since 2024, CBS Sports is the primary broadcaster for the Pro Volleyball Federation.[20] Matches primarily air on CBS Sports Network but CBS Sports has the option to air matches on the CBS broadcast network.[21] For the 2025 season, the agreement was extended and expanded. CBS Sports Network will now air up to 20 matches, up from 10, and the CBS broadcast network will air at least one match per season.[22]
Beginning 2025, Fox Sports became a broadcast partner. Four matches will air on FS1, while nine will air on FS2.[23] The Roku Channel and VBTV also joined as streaming partners for the league.[24][25]
Salary
[edit]For 2025, the players' salary can range between $60,000 to $175,000, including benefits.[26] Each of the players on the final roster will start out at $60,000. For the top players who play significantly for the team, they can earn up to $175,000, depending on how much they play.[26] The league also gives individual awards to players that can range from $3,000 and $15,000.[26]
Awards
[edit]2024
[edit]| Name | Team | Award |
|---|---|---|
| Leah Edmond | Atlanta Vibe | Outside Hitter of the Year |
| Kaz Brown | Orlando Valkyries | Middle Blocker of the Year |
| Nootsara Tomkom | San Diego Mojo | Setter of the Year |
| Morgan Hentz | Atlanta Vibe | Libero of the Year |
| Emiliya Dimitrova | Grand Rapids Rise | Opposite Hitter of the Year |
| Bethania De La Cruz | Omaha Supernovas | Server of the Year |
| Alisha Glass Childress | Vegas Thrill | Most Inspirational Player |
| Reagan Cooper | Columbus Fury | Rising Star |
All-League teams
[edit]Claire Chaussee, Grand Rapids Rise
Emiliya Dimitrova, Grand Rapids Rise
Bethania De La Cruz, Omaha Supernovas
Brooke Nuneviller, Omaha Supernovas
Hristina Vuchkova, Omaha Supernovas
Nootsara Tomkom, San Diego Mojo
Alisha Glass Childress, Vegas Thrill
2025
[edit]| Name | Team | Award |
|---|---|---|
| Brooke Nuneviller | Omaha Supernovas | Outside Hitter of the Year |
| Ali Bastianelli | Grand Rapids Rise | Middle Blocker of the Year |
| Sydney Hilley | Indy Ignite | Setter of the Year |
| Morgan Hentz | Atlanta Vibe | Libero of the Year |
| Brittany Abercrombie | Orlando Valkyries | Opposite Hitter of the Year |
| Shara Venegas | San Diego Mojo | Most Inspirational Player |
| Khori Louis | Atlanta Vibe | Rising Star |
All-League teams
[edit]Brooke Nuneviller, Omaha Supernovas
Brittany Abercrombie, Orlando Valkyries
Chompoo Guedpard, Orlando Valkyries
Ali Bastianelli, Grand Rapids Rise
Carli Snyder, Grand Rapids Rise
Natalia Valentin-Anderson, Omaha Supernovas
See also
[edit]- National Volleyball Association
- Athletes Unlimited Volleyball (AUV)
- Volleyball in the United States
- International Volleyball Association
References
[edit]- ^ "Pro Volleyball Federation to launch inaugural U.S. women's season in 2024". volleyballmag.com. November 17, 2022. Retrieved May 10, 2023.
- ^ "Pro Volleyball Federation embarks on 'converting the unconverted'". sportsbusinessjournal.com. November 17, 2022. Retrieved May 10, 2023.
- ^ "Pro Volleyball Federation Provides New Horizon For Volleyball Players". prnewswire.com. November 17, 2022. Retrieved May 10, 2023.
- ^ "Grand Rapids Announced As First Pro Volleyball Federation Team Market". Pro Volleyball Federation. December 5, 2022. Retrieved April 17, 2025.
- ^ "Report: Joe Burrow, Jason Derulo Invest In Professional Volleyball League". si.com. February 16, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2023.
- ^ "Atlanta follows Omaha as 3rd city to join new pro volleyball league". 3newsnow.com. February 17, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2023.
- ^ "Pro Volleyball Federation team coming to Columbus, adding to city's pro sports roster". bizjournals.com. February 23, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2023.
- ^ "Dallas Joins Pro Volleyball Federation as League's Newest Franchise". provolleyball.com. July 19, 2023. Retrieved January 6, 2024.
- ^ a b c "LOVB, PVF Pro Women's Leagues Begin 2025 Seasons". USA Volleyball. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
- ^ "Frequently Asked Questions". Pro Volleyball Federation. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ "16 Big Ten Players Chosen in Pro Volleyball Federation Draft". Big Ten Conference. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ "Merritt Beason Leads Selections In 2024 PVF Draft". Pro Volleyball Federation. November 25, 2024. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ "Omaha Supernovas crowned first Pro Volleyball Federation champions". Nebraska Public Media. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
- ^ a b "The Indy Ignite made the PVF Championship; here's everything you need to know". wthr.com. May 7, 2025. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
- ^ Echlin, Greg (January 28, 2024). "The Pro Volleyball Federation for women debuts and draws a record crowd". Sports. Weekend Edition. NPR. Retrieved January 29, 2024.
- ^ "Supernovas Welcome Over 134,000 Fans in Championship-Winning Inaugural Season". Pro Volleyball Federation. June 4, 2024. Retrieved June 6, 2024.
- ^ "LOVB, PVF Pro Women's Leagues Begin 2025 Seasons". USA Volleyball. Retrieved January 12, 2025.
- ^ "Supernovas Make History Again with New U.S. Pro Volleyball Attendance Record". North Platte Post. January 11, 2025. Retrieved January 12, 2025.
- ^ "'Nothing short of phenomenal' | Indy Ignite defeats Orlando Valkyries in opening PVF match". wthr.com. January 12, 2025. Retrieved January 12, 2025.
- ^ "Pro Volleyball Federation Announces CBS Sports as First Media Rights Partner". OurSports Central. December 20, 2023.
- ^ "Pro Volleyball Federation Announces CBS Sports As First Media Rights Partner". Sports Video Group. December 21, 2023. Retrieved January 19, 2024.
- ^ "Pro Volleyball Federation & CBS Sports Announce Multi-Year Extension". Pro Volleyball Federation. November 20, 2024. Retrieved January 20, 2025.
- ^ "Pro Volleyball Federation Expands TV Coverage to FS1 and FS2". Pro Volleyball Federation. December 17, 2024. Retrieved December 17, 2024.
- ^ "Roku Strikes 2-Year Streaming Deal With Pro Volleyball Federation in Latest Sports Push". The Wrap. January 8, 2025. Retrieved January 10, 2025.
- ^ "VBTV becomes global streaming partner for Pro Volleyball Federation for 2025 season". Volleyball World. January 9, 2025. Retrieved January 10, 2025.
- ^ a b c "Player Compensation Increases Announced For 2025". Pro Volleyball Federation. March 18, 2024. Retrieved May 8, 2025.
- ^ a b c "Pro Volleyball Federation Announces Season Honors". Pro Volleyball Federation. May 14, 2024. Retrieved May 8, 2025.
- ^ "PVF Announces 2025 Individual Awards". Pro Volleyball Federation. May 7, 2025. Retrieved May 9, 2025.
- ^ "PVF Announces 2025 Individual Awards". OurSports Central. May 7, 2025. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ a b "PVF Announces 2025 All-League Teams". Pro Volleyball Federation. May 6, 2025. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
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