League One Volleyball: Everything to know with 2025 season starting

Welcome to the first-ever For the Win guide for League One Volleyball (LOVB ― pronounced love).

On January 8, LOVB begins its inaugural season as one of three American professional volleyball leagues. It joins the Pro Volleyball Federation and Athletes Unlimited as an additional option for athletes turning pro to stay stateside.

So you might be wondering: What should I expect this upcoming season? Which teams should I know? How do the playoffs work if a team makes it to the postseason?

Not to worry. This guide is for the fans who want to know more about the league. This guide is also for fans who might be new to volleyball and want to learn more. Whatever LOVB news and info you’re looking for, we’ve got you covered.

Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 season.