Overview

• Volleyball Bundesliga confirmed the professional arm withdrew its license bid, removing SC Potsdam from the 2025–26 women’s top flight.
• The VBL licensing committee said required revenue proofs, coverage of negative equity and continuous liquidity were not demonstrated despite Nachlizenzierung since June 18.
• SC Potsdam’s operating company will file for insolvency at the Potsdam local court following the collapse of expected league revenues.
• Player contracts are void and athletes have begun seeking new clubs, while Dresdner SC halted ticket sales and is pursuing a replacement opponent for the planned October 10 opener.
• Club CEO Eugen Benzel disputed the decision, citing an auditor’s certificate of viability, and the main club’s 2. Bundesliga and grassroots teams are reported as unaffected.