Reigning Major League Volleyball (MLV) champion Dallas PULSE officially began its 2027 title defense this week bringing players together for their first team meeting, the start of training and their first look at a new locker room designed for the defending champions.
Players entered the locker room Monday to find personalized spaces outfitted with new ASICS shoes, practice gear, knee pads and Dallas PULSE duffle bags. The newly completed locker room features electric blue accent lighting, custom locker panels displaying each player’s name and photo, and padded seating with PULSE-branded backrests. A large Dallas PULSE rug anchors the room, while a heartbeat graphic wraps around the upper walls, carrying the team’s identity throughout its new space.
Dallas PULSE and ASICS America Corporation announced their official partnership in August that made the reigning Major League Volleyball (MLV) champions the first professional volleyball team in the U.S. to partner with the brand.
“This is another important moment for our organization because it reflects the investmen we continue making in our players and in the future of professional volleyball in North Texas,” said Dallas PULSE President and CEO Grady Raskin. “Our first season established a championship standard, and now we are focused on building upon that foundation. From our partnership with ASICS to our training environment at Arete Athletics, we are giving our players the resources and support they need to compete at the highest level.”
Arete Athletics serves as the official practice facility of Dallas PULSE, providing the team with a dedicated training environment while supporting the continued growth of volleyball in North Texas at both the club and professional level.
Players have arrived in North Texas to start training for the 2027 Major League Volleyball season that opens Friday, Jan. 8, against the Atlanta Vibe at Comerica Center in Frisco. Single-game tickets for the team’s 13 home are now available for purchase at DallasPulseVB.com.
Head Coach Shannon Winzer returns for her second season with Dallas PULSE joined by assistant coaches Robert Poole and Jamille Torres.
The 2027 Dallas PULSE home schedule at Comerica Center includes:
Jan. 8 vs. Atlanta Vibe
Jan. 22 vs. Omaha Supernovas
Jan. 28 vs. Orlando Valkyries
Feb. 5 vs. Minnesota Forge
Feb. 12 vs. Grand Rapids Rise
Feb. 19 vs. Omaha Supernovas
Feb. 28 vs. NorCal Rumble
March 11 vs. LA Thunder
March 14 vs. Vegas Thrill
March 19 vs. NorCal Rumble
April 1 vs. DC Flight
April 18 vs. Columbus Fury
April 24 vs. Indy Ignite
The start of training kicks off a busy preseason for the defending champions. The 2027 MLV Draft will be held Nov. 23, followed by exhibition matches in Puerto Rico in December and the debut of the official Dallas PULSE mascot.
Fans can stay connected to Dallas PULSE and receive updates on special events, preseason player activations, ticket opportunities, and team news by signing up for the team's monthly newsletter at DallasPulseVB.com.
Dallas PULSE is North Texas’ women’s professional volleyball team and the reigning Major League Volleyball Champions. Playing at Comerica Center in Frisco, Dallas PULSE echoes the energy, and heart of Dallas-Fort Worth – home to one of the nation’s largest and most passionate volleyball communities. Following a championship-winning inaugural season, Dallas PULSE continues to build momentum on and off the court while helping grow the game of volleyball across North Texas. For more information, visit DallasPulseVB.com or follow @DallasPULSEVB on social media for schedule updates, roster announcements, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content.
Major League Volleyball (MLV) is the premier professional volleyball league in the United States, designed to provide the sport and its athletes with the major league platform they deserve. Founded on a player-first philosophy, MLV combines elite competition, significant investment in athlete development, experienced professional sports ownership and a commitment to the long-term growth of volleyball across the country. As the league enters its fourth season in 2027, MLV has expanded to 12 teams from coast-to-coast in some of the top media markets in the nation. It will continue to create top-level, lasting opportunities and memories for players, coaches and local communities while leading the way in solidifying the future of professional volleyball in North America. For more information, visit MLVB.com and follow the league on Instagram, Facebook, X and YouTube.