Overview

• League One Volleyball said Wednesday its Los Angeles club will be the league’s seventh franchise and will start play in January 2027.
• Seven Seven Six will head the ownership group, with Ohanian paying an expansion fee and investing in the league; financial terms were not disclosed and a home venue has not been set.
• LOVB retains centralized control of competition and operations while local owners drive market growth, and Ohanian says he intends full team ownership with board control.
• The league’s inaugural season launched in January with six teams and has drawn sponsors such as Skims and Adidas, plus media partners including ESPN and Versant, with USA Network coverage slated for 2026.
• A rival enterprise is forming as the Pro Volleyball Federation merged into Major League Volleyball, which plans a 2026 start and includes a San Diego team.